Osun State proceeded with its local government elections despite calls for suspension by the Attorney General and the Nigeria Police. Governor Ademola Adeleke cast his vote early in Ede North LGA. Security remains tight as voters participate in the contentious exercise, which has drawn both support and criticism.
Despite warnings from the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, and the Nigeria Police Force to suspend the local government elections, Osun State proceeded with the exercise on Saturday.
Governor Ademola Adeleke cast his vote early in the morning at Unit 9, Ward 2 in Ede North Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to democratic processes. The election has drawn widespread attention, with opposition voices questioning its legitimacy. Meanwhile, security agencies remain on high alert to ensure a peaceful process as voters turn out across the state.
