Osun Police Arrest Lawmaker, Recover 200 PVCs Over Alleged Voter Importation
Security operations in Osun State have taken a dramatic turn ahead of upcoming elections. Operatives of the Osun State Police Command have arrested Honourable Abiola Ibrahim Inaolaji, a serving member of the State House of Assembly.
The lawmaker, who represents the Irewole/Isokan State Constituency, was apprehended during a targeted night operation at his private residence in Ikire.
Key Highlights of the Operation
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146 Suspects Detained: Security forces rounded up 146 suspected electoral mercenaries camped at the lawmaker’s residence.
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Over 200 PVCs Seized: Officers recovered more than 200 Permanent Voter Cards at the scene.
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Video Evidence: A circulating video clip shows Hon. Ibrahim confirming his identity and making preliminary statements regarding the movement of individuals from neighboring states into Osun State.
Midnight Raid in Ikire
The police operation unfolded late Friday night following intelligence reports pointing to illegal political camping in Ikire. Officers raided the premises and discovered dozens of individuals transported into the state. Security agencies suspect the group was brought in to manipulate voting outcomes in favor of specific political interests.
During the raid, officers secured over 200 PVCs. Authorities are currently auditing the seized cards to verify whether they belong to registered residents or were illegally procured.
Video Confirmation and Ongoing Investigations
In a video clip circulating online, Honourable Ibrahim appears under questioning by security agents. During the initial inquiry, the lawmaker confirmed his identity and addressed allegations that he facilitated the transport of the 146 suspects into the constituency.
The Osun State Police Command emphasized that the high-profile arrest forms part of intensified security measures designed to safeguard the electoral process. Authorities maintained that anyone attempting to compromise vote integrity, regardless of political status, will face the full extent of the law.
What Comes Next?
The arrest has intensified political tensions across the state as party leaders react to the crackdown in Irewole/Isokan. Police officials confirmed that all 146 suspects remain in custody alongside the lawmaker while investigations continue.
Further updates from the Osun State Police Command and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) are expected as legal proceedings take shape.
