An official of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has taken a swipe at politicians sponsoring thuggery in the country.

Mike Igini, a Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in charge of Akwa Ibom State, south-south said acts, such acts pose a serious threat to the nation’s democracy.

According to the Commissioner, sponsoring thuggery is just one aspect of security threats to electoral officials and the electorate during elections.

He stated that there were different dimensions to security challenges, and it was important to address them, especially as the country prepares for 2023.