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Obi votes, says harassed by security agents

Obi votes, says harassed by security agents
The vice-presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr Peter Obi, and his wife Margaret have cast their votes in the presidential and National Assembly elections.
Obi cast his vote at exactly 8:55am at his Amatutu Village polling unit, Agulu ward 2, in Anaocha Local Government area of Anambra State.
Speaking to journalists after casting his ballot, Obi said it was too early to confirm that the process was going smoothly, but promised to confirm so later in the day after reaching out to voters in other parts of the country.
Obi however revealed that security agents Friday night went after some known PDP stalwarts
The answer to your question is capital yes. Most of our members, including myself were harassed by security agents last night,” Obi said.
When prodded further, Obi said: “I cannot speak further than this, but you just heard me say yes. The answer to that question is yes, I was also harassed.”
Reporters gathered by security agents.