Army, Police and DSS seal off venue

The venue of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)convention has been sealed off by men of the mobile unit of the Nigerian Police Force, Nigeria Army and the Department of State Services (DSS), according to reports.

Sources say all roads leading to the Sharks Stadium were cordoned off by the security operatives as early as 5m today, Wednesday, August 17, 2016.

According to The Cable News, vehicles are not allowed to enter the street leading to the PDP convention venue, and those walking are being questioned.

Governor Ayo Fayose’s aide on New Media, Lere Olayinka,when contacted by Pulse News, declined to give any personal comment.

Moreover, on his Facebook timeline, Olayinka said "Here in Port Harcourt, even State Governors are under HOUSE ARREST. Roads leading to Old Presidential Lodge where the Govs are accommodated have been blocked - No going in, No coming out!"