The Executive Governor of Imo State, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, has commended the bravery of the Nigeria Police Force and other sister agencies for foiling the attack at the office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Owerri.
Addressing journalists at the Nigeria Police Force Command, Owerri, Governor Hope Uzodimma reiterated that he will provide a safe environment for Ndi Imo to exercise their rights in voting come 2023.
While disclosing that investigations are ongoing, the Governor charged the Police authority and other security agencies to be swift and prudent in unravelling details behind this attack.
In a related development, he commended the joint security team in the State for their prompt response and success in rescuing the Craneburg Staff, who were abducted from the construction site along the Owerri-Okigwe Road on 9th December, 2022.
He said that Imolites want to progress and the Shared Prosperity Government is committed to moving Imo State forward.
“The contractors are working for the good of everyone and the least expected of all is hospitality and not hostility” Governor Uzodimma said.
The Governor reassured Ndi Imo that the security network and intelligence across the State have been beefed up to guarantee the safety of Ndi Imo throughout this season and beyond.