Security operatives were seen mounting roadblocks on roads in Benin, the Edo State capital, as early as 6:00 a.m., ahead of the governorship election slated to commence at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
Security operatives in the wee hours of Saturday began stopping and searching vehicles at the roadblocks, as well as asking the occupants questions in order to ensure security, law, and order during the election.
Some commercial bus drivers who wanted to do quick business, however, managed to avoid the roadblocks and evade questioning by security officials.
The popular Ring Road had a notable presence of military personnel, particularly at the Sapele Road, Forestry Junction, and Sapele Road axes, with an armoured tank stationed in the state capital.
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There was also a heavy presence of security personnel at Okida Road, Ekewaun Road, and at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office at Ikpoba Hill.
There were roadblocks at the Agbado Market area and the Ring Road section of Akpakpava and Sapele Roads.
There were a few vehicular movements, with a few people, likely voters, seen walking along the roads.
Police operatives had earlier arrested two suspected political thugs in the state.
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