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Suleiman Abba, the inspector-general police, has warned politicians against using thugs to further their political interests.

Abba also directed commissioners of police across the nation to ensure adequate screening and supervision of vigilante groups to ensure that they work in conformity with established regulations in order to avoid all forms of abuses.

“The IGP also has issued a stern warning against the use of thugs to further political interests. He warned that thugs and their sponsors will be arrested and prosecuted,” Emmanuel Ojukwu, police spokesman, stated.

“This directive has become imperative, considering the need to ensure a violent-free general election in 2015.

“To this end, IGP has also instructed that an officer be appointed in all commands to oversee the activities of these groups and render regular reports of their activities.”