Buhari approves immediate suspension of Adamawa REC, Hudu Ari
By Ukpono Ukpong
President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday approved the immediate suspension from office the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), of Adamawa State, Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari, pending the completion of investigation by the Inspector General of Police on the conduct/actions of the REC during the Supplementary election in Adamawa State.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Director of Information, Willie Bassey on behalf of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha.
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The President also directed the immediate investigation and prosecution, if found liable, of Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari, by the Inspector General of Police.
Also, the President directed investigation by the Inspector General of Police, Director-General of the Department of State Services, and the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, of the role of their officers in aiding and abetting the conduct/actions of Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari and if found culpable, appropriate disciplinary actions, to be meted out to them.
