Osun Lawmaker Arrested For Allegedly Harbouring Electoral Mercenaries

The Osun State Police Command has arrested a serving member of the State House of Assembly, Honourable Abiola Ibrahim Inaolaji, alongside 146 suspected electoral mercenaries allegedly harboured at his residence in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area of the state.

This arrest has sparked a lot of reactions from the public, with many calling for a thorough investigation into the matter.

According to the police, the suspects were arrested after a tip-off from a reliable source. The police also recovered some incriminating items from the lawmaker's residence.

The Osun State Police Command has vowed to ensure that justice is served in the matter.

Honourable Abiola Ibrahim Inaolaji is a prominent figure in Osun State politics, and his arrest has sent shockwaves across the state.

The police have assured the public that they will get to the bottom of the matter and ensure that anyone found guilty is brought to book.

The Osun State House of Assembly has also reacted to the arrest, stating that they will not comment on the matter until they have all the facts.

The arrest of the lawmaker has raised concerns about the role of politicians in the forthcoming elections.

Many have called for an end to the use of thugs and electoral mercenaries in Nigerian politics, saying it is a threat to democracy.

The police have promised to increase security in the state to prevent any breakdown of law and order.

The arrest of Honourable Abiola Ibrahim Inaolaji is a significant development in the run-up to the elections, and it remains to be seen how it will affect the political landscape of Osun State.