Osun Decides 2026: Address identified gaps, ensure credible election — EU-SDGN EOH urges

The European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria Election Observation Hub (EU-SDGN EOH) has urged various stakeholders to address gaps and ensure a credible conclusion to the Osun state governorship election. They made these recommendations following observations from 823 accredited observers across the state’s 30 local government areas.

Executive Director of International Press Centre, Lanre Arogundade, called for the use of Rapid Technical Support teams and backup devices to resolve accreditation issues at polling units. The EU-SDGN EOH also recommended monitoring priority voting, ensuring assistive devices for voters with disabilities, and maintaining professionalism by security agencies.

Political parties and candidates were urged to focus on lawful observation, refrain from vote buying, and pursue grievances through judicial channels. Voters were advised to vote independently, reject inducements, and report any wrongdoing. Despite challenges, the election was mostly peaceful and orderly with noticeable participation from women and persons with disabilities.