{
  "id": 816182,
  "title": "Ariwoola-led council warns against violence, demands credible election",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/ariwoola-led-council-warns-against-violence-demands-credible-election",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-13T23:36:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/ariwoola-led-council-warns-against-violence-demands-credible-election/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Council of the Wise, a group led by former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Olukayode Ariwoola, has expressed concern over the reported violence and undemocratic activities ahead of Osun State's upcoming governorship election on August 15, 2026. The council, comprised of notable Nigerians, urged the Independent National Electoral Commission, security agencies, and all candidates to ensure a free, fair, and transparent election. Despite candidates' repeated promises of a peaceful vote, incidents of violence have persisted. The Council of the Wise called for a thorough investigation into the reported deaths and demanded that the perpetrators be held accountable. They also emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and transparency during the election, stating that the outcome should reflect the people's wishes.",
  "summary": "Former CJN Olukayode Ariwoola’s council warns against Osun election violence, urging INEC and security agencies to ensure a free, fair, and credible poll. Read More: https://punchng.com/ariwoola-led-council-warns-against-violence-demands-credible-election/",
  "key_points": [
    "Council of the Wise warns against violence ahead of Osun State election.",
    "Former Chief Justice Olukayode Ariwoola leads the group.",
    "Demand credible, free, fair, transparent election with accountability."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}