The Situation Room also noted the heavy deployment of the military for the election and expressed hope that the entire security machinery would conduct itself responsibly and operate within civil, professional and lawful terms of engagement.

Amnesty International has urged Nigerian authorities to take urgent steps to prevent violence, intimidation and alleged interference ahead of the Osun State governorship election…

“The Nigerian authorities must fulfil their obligation to promote, protect, respect, and fulfil human rights…ahead of the Osun State gubernatorial election slated for 15 August…