The Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission office in Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area of the state has been set on fire by some hoodlums.
The attack has been confirmed by the Police Command in Akwa Ibom, leaving many to wonder if this was a deliberate attempt to disrupt the local government elections.
ASP Timfon John, the state Police Public Relations Officer, revealed that hoodlums ignited the fire, but thankfully, the electoral materials remained untouched, and the election continued as scheduled.
“Some hoodlums partially set the AKISIEC office in Ibiono Ibom ablaze, but the election materials remained intact. The election is also ongoing,”
He added that security has been beefed up at all AKISIEC offices and strategic locations across the state to prevent further sabotage.
The State P.R.O asserted that the police are working tirelessly to ensure the elections proceed without a hitch.
Written by Jennifer Amarachi
