He said the scrutiny must go beyond political affiliation, ethnicity and zoning to cover the candidates’ competence, track records and family backgrounds.
“While we accept the outcome of the election and congratulate the winner, we cannot forget the painful incidents of violence and the lives that were lost,” he said.
The Nigerian Army said the money was allegedly being conveyed for delivery to kidnappers who abducted three siblings at Kwangila in Zaria LGA on August 13.
Mr Goni said the terrorists attacked troops of 101 Special Forces Battalion deployed in Kukawa at about 10:50 p.m. on August 28.
Mr Iniedu said the suspects attacked a company vehicle conveying phones and accessories valued at about N100 million from Lagos to Onitsha and carted away the items.
Mr Disu said security forces in the state were working to address the situation and ensure the safe return of the abducted victims.
The governor said the panel was empowered to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the identities and number of victims.
Mr Sunday said a locally made firearm, an axe, and suspected criminal charms were recovered from the suspects.
The operations were carried out on Thursday and Friday.
A voter, Wilfred Aghanya, said ANSIEC officials arrived on time.
