The police have arrested a man identified as Rufai at the Animgazanga JHS polling station in the Bolga Central constituency for possessing what they suspected to be printed ballot papers.
It is reported that Rufai was caught red-handed with the incriminating material, sparking immediate action from the authorities.
The police swiftly intervened, taking Rufai into custody and transporting him to the regional police headquarters for further questioning.
The incident has shocked the community, underscoring the need for vigilance and compliance with electoral laws. As investigations progress, the police are working to understand the circumstances surrounding Rufai’s possession of the suspected ballot papers.
Meanwhile, NPP members claim the ballots were not original but were only used to educate people who could not vote.