The Osun State Police Command has arrested the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Teslim Igbalaye, and five others during an operation linked to an investigation into alleged vote-buying and other suspected criminal activities in Osogbo. The statement noted that the recovery of cash and electoral materials had widened the scope of the investigation. “The recovery of the cash and the register containing voters’ details raises serious concerns regarding possible electoral offences and other criminal activities,” the command stated. Police Probe Alleged Electoral Act ViolationsThe police said investigators were examining possible offences under the Electoral Act 2022, including allegations of voter bribery through the distribution of money or other inducements to influence voting. The command added that detectives were also investigating possible criminal conspiracy as well as allegations of harbouring or concealing a wanted suspect.