Independent National Electoral Commission logo. Photo: INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission has raised concerns over vote buying, political thuggery, fake news, and other logistical challenges ahead of the Ekiti State governorship election scheduled for June 20, 2026.
In a post obtained from INEC’s X handle on Friday, the warning was issued during a readiness assessment meeting in Ado-Ekiti involving electoral officials, security agencies under the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security, and other key stakeholders reviewing preparations for the poll.
Speaking at the meeting, the Ekiti State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Bunmi Omoseyindemi, said INEC had intensified efforts to strengthen the electoral process but noted that several risks could undermine a credible election.
“Vote buying, political thuggery, fake news, transportation difficulties, and insecurity in hard-to-reach communities remain key threats to the electoral process,” he said.
