ICPC launches anti-vote-buying campaign ahead of Osun governorship poll
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission is taking action against vote-buying in Osun State. Yusuf Olatunji, the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner, announced that ICPC operatives will be deployed to all 30 local government areas during the upcoming governorship election. The Commission organized a street rally in Osogbo, where participants campaigned against vote-buying and distributed informative fliers. Olatunji urged voters to reject electoral corruption and emphasized the long-term harm of vote trading.
What we know
- Yusuf Olatunji said ICPC operatives will monitor all 30 local governments in Osun State during the governorship poll.
- The ICPC held a street rally in Osogbo with corps members, INEC staff, and others to campaign against vote-buying.
- The rally started at Igbona Market, passed through Old Garage and Olaiya Area, and ended at Alekuwodo Market.
- Fliers highlighting the dangers of vote-buying were distributed to residents during the rally.
- Fourteen political parties, including the incumbent governor Ademola Adeleke, are fielding candidates in the election.
