April 20, 2023

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the immediate suspension Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari, Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Adamawa State.

According to a statement on Wednesday by Willie Bassey, Director of Information for the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, this is pending the completion of investigation by the Inspector General of Police on the conduct/actions of the REC during the Supplementary election in the State.

The President has also directed investigation by the Inspector General of Police, Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC), on the role of their officers in aiding and abetting the conduct/actions of Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari and if found culpable, appropriate disciplinary actions, to be meted out on them.

“The President has directed the immediate investigation and prosecution, if found liable, of Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari, by the Inspector General of Police.