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February 3, 2024

Political thugs disrupt Ondo by-election, cart away ballot box, other materials 

The thugs carted away the ballot box, the result sheets and the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machine at the polling unit.

political thugs
December 4, 2023

Police beef up security for crime-free Calabar Carnival

The command warned all “potential” dealers and users of fireworks to desist from the illegitimate venture.

Calabar Carnival
June 28, 2023

2023 Elections: Nigerian police ignored political thugs, focused on journalists taking evidence, says EU

This was stated in the EU’s final report, “Election Observation Mission Nigeria 2023, ” released on Tuesday.

Police Officer
March 20, 2023

Furore over Fufore LGA forces INEC to order recompilation of results in Adamawa

Two major political parties are contesting the results of the only holdout in Saturday’s governorship election in the northeastern state.

Aisha Binani
March 12, 2023

Lawyer counsels politicians against using thugs during March 18 polls 

“Politicians must understand that election is not do or die. Learn to play politics without being dirty in your approach,” the lawyer said.

political thugs disrupting election
February 19, 2023

Ebonyi: Gov Umahi talks tough on killings, says he might ban okada operations

He expressed worry over the incessant attacks and killings in the state by political thugs, warning those involved to desist from such unlawful and heinous acts.

David Umahi
January 24, 2023

Zamfara: APC condemns attack on members, govt properties by thugs

“We also wish to commend security operatives who ensured the return of peace in the area,” APC stated.

Zamfara Commissioner of Police, Kolo Yusuf
February 18, 2022

Bandits: Masari signs executive order banning Bacha, Kauraye political thugs

“Any person or group that contravenes the provisions will be charged for an offence punishable under section 114 of the penal code law.”

Katsina State governor, Aminu Bello Masari and Bandits