Osun local governments flagged for election violence risk
The National Peace Committee, through its secretariat, The Kukah Centre, has raised concerns about potential election-related violence in 15 local government areas of Osun State. Osogbo and Irewole were identified as the most vulnerable, with other areas also classified as high-risk. The findings were presented to stakeholders, including security agencies and electoral bodies, to help develop strategies for a safe election. The report urges collaboration among all parties to prevent violence and ensure voter safety.
What we know
- The Kukah Centre identified 15 local government areas in Osun State as being at risk for election-related violence.
- Osogbo and Irewole are considered the most critical, while Iwo, Boripe, Ife Central, and Ife East are also high-risk.
- The assessment was shared with stakeholders such as the Independent National Electoral Commission, security agencies, and anti-corruption bodies.
- The report highlighted organised political violence, institutional tensions, electoral offences, and information disorder as major risks.
- Participants called on political parties, supporters, and citizens to reject violence and uphold democratic values.
