In a dramatic turn of events, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) Deputy Governorship candidate, Mr. Jones Onyereri, found himself at the center of a chaotic scene as he was shot by security agents for attempting to snatch ballot boxes at his Owerre Nkworji ward.
Eyewitnesses reported that Mr. Onyereri, a former member of the House of Representatives, made a daring move to seize the ballot boxes after realizing that he was losing at the polling unit. As security agencies pursued him, he engaged in a dangerous chase, prompting the use of force to prevent him from absconding with the ballot boxes.
The incident has sparked widespread concern and controversy, raising questions about the integrity of the electoral process and the conduct of political candidates. Mr. Onyereri's actions have drawn sharp criticism, with many calling for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the attempted ballot box snatching.
This development adds a new layer of tension to the political landscape in Imo State, as stakeholders and citizens await further updates on the situation. The implications of this incident are likely to reverberate across the state's political arena in the coming days.
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