By Our Correspondent
As millions of voters go to the polls to elect a new President and members of the National Assembly, voters in Ebonyi State have been assured o free, fair and credible elections in the 13 local government areas of the state.
Umahi made this known while speaking with newsmen in Abakaliki, shortly after a security meeting in his office at the new Government House, Centenary City, Abakaliki, capital of Ebonyi State.
Umahi equally assured the people of adequate security during the elections.
“I have directed security agencies in the state to arrest and prosecute any miscreant caught with firearm on election day.
” I hereby assure the people of adequate security and a conducive atmosphere to exercise their franchise, without molestation and intimidation.
“We also got a surprise package from security chiefs from Abuja, all geared towards having a free and fair election.
” Ladies and gentlemen, let me inform you that we have flying officers from the Nigerian Airforce, Enugu. They will be flying low to maintain law and order, so you should not entertain any fears.
” All these are geared towards instilling confidence in the voters.”
Gov Umahi also directed security agencies to ensure that movement across polling units during elections is prohibited within the state.
“We have also agreed that anybody seen with gun that shouldn’t have gun or trying to disrupt the election processes should be immediately arrested and taken away.
“I have instructed all my party people including those of other parties not to violate electoral laws, anyone doing so must be arrested,” he stated.
