Bayelsa Decides: Community leaders raise alarm over soldiers’ alleged hijack of election results in Southern Ijaw

Community leaders in Apoi Community, Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, have expressed deep concern and alarm over alleged invasion of Apoi Community by soldiers in a military gunboat with registration number NA6DA3.

The incursion is alleged to be an attempt to confiscate election results from Saturday’s governorship election, specifically those belonging to Apoi Ward 15 in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area.

Eyewitnesses and community members said the soldiers arrived in the community, creating a tense atmosphere and causing anxiety among residents.

The soldiers are said to have demanded access to election materials and results, raising suspicions about the intention behind this intrusion.

:The reported hijack of the election results suggests a potential interference with the electoral process, undermining the credibility of the recently conducted governorship election.

“The invasion by the armed soldiers has caused distress among the residents of Apoi, and community leaders are calling for immediate intervention to address the situation.

“Finally, the group said It is imperative that the democratic process is protected from any form of interference or intimidation, as they appeal to all relevant stakeholders to ensure the integrity of the electoral results,” a community leader who pleaded not to be named told newsmen