Police to investigate officer accused of ballot snatching in Imo

The Nigeria Police Force says it will be investigating allegation of electoral malpractice against one of its officers in Imo state.

A video of an officer being manhandled by some youths who accused him of ballot snatching at the Amakohia Ikeduru collation center during the November 11 governorship election went viral.

Reacting to the video, the spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said;

''The Nigeria Police Force is aware of the allegation regarding this supposed police officer purportedly involved in ballot snatching at the Amakohia Ikeduru Collation Centre in Imo State. We do not take this issue lightly as it bothers on the integrity of the force and the capability of its members to maintain election integrity.  We therefore assure the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted, and we will update you asap. It requires a thorough investigation. Thanks''