Osun Election: Tension as INEC holds stakeholders’ meeting ahead of governorship poll

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo There was tension on Wednesday at the venue of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) stakeholders’ meeting in Osun State ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election. INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, had arrived in the state on Tuesday and paid courtesy visits to t

"Security forces have been issued strict operational directives to neutralise thuggery, cult activities, and any attempt at ballot disruption, while maintaining absolute professional neutrality,” the INEC chairman said.

INEC appeals to Osun traditional rulers to help de-escalate tension ahead of the August 15 governorship election, ensuring a peaceful and credible poll.