INEC ask IGP to arrest controversial Adamawa REC

The Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) has appealed to the IGP to order the arrest of Adamawa Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Barrister Hudu Yunusa-Ari.

The controversial REC was criticised for announcing the winner of the Adamawa election while it was barely concluded. His decision drew condemnation from several observers and INEC was forced to suspend his dutied.

In a statement made available to reporters, INEC asked the IGP to make sure that Hudu Yunusa-Ari is arrested and investigated.

The statement reads:

“At its meeting today, 18th April 2023, the Commission discussed matters arising from the Adamawa Governorship election and decided to:

“Write to the Inspector-General of Police for the immediate investigation and possible prosecution of the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Adamawa State, Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari.

“Request the Secretary to the Government of the Federation to draw the attention of the appointing authority to the unwholesome behaviour of the REC for further action.”