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Military troop
The military high command said it has uncovered a plan by some persons to wear military uniforms to disrupt elections in some areas where elections would be held.
This is as the military said it has massively deployed for the off-cycle elections on Saturday.
The Director, Defence Media Operation, Maj. Gen. Buba Edward, disclosed this during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday.
He warned such persons to shelve the plan or face an ” injurious consequence ” for such action.
Buba said the military would not fold its arms and watch its image be dragged into the mud.
He said, “For the off-season elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi States this weekend. Here is a message for you. The military is deployed in strength for the election to create a safe environment for voters to peacefully come out and cast their votes.
“Election is a serious business and the military is giving it the seriousness that it deserves. So much has been put in place. Troops and platforms are being moved to those locations to reinforce security that is in place in the states. We are aware of the plans,” he added (The PUNCH)
