Osun election: Why there will be low turn out – Amnesty International
The Country Director of Amnesty International Nigeria, Isa Sanusi, has predicted that there will be voter apathy in the August 15, 2026 governorship election in Osun State. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Sunrise Daily’ on Thursday, Sanusi said those who love their lives and want to live will definitely avoid polling units on Saturday. He attributed his prediction to […] Osun election: Why…
Amnesty International has predicted a low voter turnout in the upcoming Osun State governorship election on August 15, 2026, citing the influence of controversial remarks and incidents leading up to the event. Country Director Isa Sanusi expressed concern during an interview on Channels Television’s 'Sunrise Daily,' stating that individuals who value their lives will likely avoid polling stations on election day.
This prediction is rooted in the provocative comments made by Senator Francis Fadahunsi, who suggested violence against members of the opposing Accord Party. The prospect of such dangerous behavior, coupled with 73 recorded incidents in the run-up to the election, has Amnesty International worried. Sanusi emphasized that the individuals are not unwilling to vote, but rather concerned for their safety.
He warned that this kind of environment is not unique to Osun State and is a troubling trend seen across various countries, highlighting the need for a culture of accepting both defeat and victory.
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