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Tight Security in Benin as Edo Prepares for Governorship Election
As Edo State prepares for its governorship election, security forces have intensified their presence across Benin City.
With just a few hours left before voters head to the polls to elect a successor to outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki, the Nigerian Army and police officers have taken control of key locations to ensure safety and order during the election.
Reports indicate that voters have begun making their way to polling stations, while security personnel have blocked several major streets and roads throughout the city.
The move is aimed at preventing any potential unrest or interference with the electoral process.
At critical junctions such as Agho and Joromi on Ekenwa Road, military units have set up roadblocks, causing significant disruptions for motorists.
Other key areas, including Oba Market Road, Ebiwe, and the Forestry and Mission road junctions, have also been cordoned off by both the Army and police.
These security measures are in place to maintain control and prevent any unlawful activities during the election period.
Further down, at Sokponba, Sonkpoba Junction, and on Sapele and Airport roads, security operatives have restricted access.
The Asoro Primary School area in Sokponba is also under tight surveillance, with armoured personnel carriers (APCs) stationed along Akpakpava Road, near the Central Bank of Nigeria.
These heightened security efforts reflect the government’s determination to ensure that the election is conducted peacefully and without disruption.
The deployment of armed forces across strategic locations in the city demonstrates the seriousness with which authorities are addressing potential security risks, while ensuring that voters can cast their ballots in a safe environment.
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