Police chief in Osun replaced after politicians raised concerns
Tunji Disu, the Inspector-General of Police, announced that the Osun State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gotan, was removed following complaints from politicians. The move comes ahead of the state's governorship election scheduled for August 15, 2026. Disu explained that an electoral commissioner of police will now oversee election security in Osun. He assured that the police, along with other security agencies, will ensure a peaceful election process.
Key takeaways
- Tunji Disu said Ibrahim Gotan was removed as Osun Commissioner of Police after politicians expressed mistrust.
- An electoral commissioner of police has been appointed to oversee security for the August 15, 2026 governorship election.
- Additional senior police officers, including an AIG and Deputy Commissioner, will be deployed to Osun for the election.
- The police have issued specific instructions to officers to maintain security and prevent violence during the poll.
- Incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party will face Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress in the election.
