The police in Kano on Sunday arrested Sule Lamido, former governor of Jigawa state.
Lamido was arrested for allegedly inciting his supporters to stop the conduct of state’s upcoming local council polls.
His arrest may be connected with a programme aired on one of the Kano local radio stations.
Lamido was alleged to have directed his supporters, during the programme, to ensure that they win the local government elections by all means.
Operatives of zonal investigative bureau unit of zone one command of the Nigeria police were said to have whisked him away from his Sharada Kano residence in the early hours of Sunday.
Meanwhile, the police have refused to grant bail to Sule Lamido, former governor of Jigawa state, who was accused of breach of public peace.
Sambo Sokoto, police public relations officer, Kano zone one headquarters, told reporters that Lamido would soon be charged to court.
Sokoto said the government of Jigawa filed a petition against the former governor.
“It is a statement of fact that inciting public disturbance is a criminal offence contrary to section 114 of the penal code of Nigeria,” he said.
“His Excellency, the former governor of Jigawa state is currently under investigation and in police custody while the result of the investigation will be made public. The case will be charged on the completion of the investigation.
“The assistant inspector general of police, Zone One headquarters, Kano, wishes to assure the members of the general public that the police will continue to ensure the preservation of law and order and the protection of all Nigerians.”
