The police have reportedly arrested 146 suspected thugs and an Accord Party member of the Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Abiola Ibrahim, in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area of the state, amid heightened security operations during Saturday’s governorship election. The arrests reportedly occurred on Saturday, August 15, 2026, as voting commenced across Osun State, with authorities investigating allegations that the 146 individuals were moved into the state to participate in the election.

Ojelabi said the suspects were arrested over alleged conspiracy, attempted murder, assault occasioning harm, and unlawful possession of prohibited firearms.

Adewale Egbedun, Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, has called for the immediate arrest and investigation of Francis