Some mischief makers attempted to set an INEC building on fire just days before the FCT Councils’ elections which is set to take place on February 21.
The INEC office building, which is under renovation was targeted today, February 19.
At about 7:30a.m. today, Police in Abaji division received report that some unknown persons were attempting to set the building on fire.
The police patrol team raced to the scene and the fire was extinguished.
According to the police, “From on-the-spot assessment of the location, foul play is suspected as the building is still under renovation.”
“The contractor is yet to meet the project deadline,” the police added.
“It is of note that the office is empty and not the one in use.
“Main INEC office remains safe and secure.”
The police assured that “armed personnel are on ground maintaining large and order and the situation is being closely monitored.”
