Osun 2026: Large Turnout in Ikire As Voters Await Accreditation
There was a large turnout of voters in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State, on Saturday as residents trooped to polling centres to elect the next governor of
On Saturday, a significant number of voters gathered in Ikire, located in Osun State's Irewole Local Government Area, to participate in the upcoming gubernatorial election. Arriving at their designated polling units as early as 7 a.m., residents began the process of checking their names against the voter rolls, which were displayed on walls at the polling centers.
Prior to the arrival of the electorate, officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had already set up the necessary infrastructure to facilitate the accreditation and voting process. The presence of unarmed police officers ensured the safety of the polling stations, while armed security personnel, including soldiers and patrol vehicles, were strategically positioned around the town to maintain order.
By 8:20 a.m., it was observed that vehicular movement had resumed along the Ife-Ibadan Road, which cuts through the town, and motorcycles and some cars were seen navigating through the area. The atmosphere remained calm, with several shops remaining open for business as the residents continued with their daily activities amidst the electoral proceedings.
Notably, Ikire is the birthplace of the candidate representing the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Osun governorship election. This candidate was anticipated to cast their vote at Ward 9, Unit 3, AUD School Atile, Ikire, situated within the Irewole Local Government Area.
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