INEC Staffer Attacked After Allegedly Making Off With Ballot Papers

INEC Staffer Attacked After Allegedly Making Off With Ballot Papers

A woman member of the staff of INEC - the Independent National Electoral Commission – was attacked in Asaba in Delta State, yesterday (Monday) by a group of youths.

According to reports, the woman was seen leaving INEC headquarters allegedly carrying away thumb-printed ballot papers.

She was reported to have been stripped of her clothing and “almost lynched.”

The incident was confirmed by the State Police Public Relations Officer, Mr Charles Muka, who said that his officers eventually rescued the woman.

Since last Saturday, political party supporters - especially the Democratic People’s Party, the DPP - have been keeping a vigil at the INEC offices at Asaba. They have been trying to ensure that removals of ballot papers, as is claimed happened yesterday, are prevented.
 

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