Osun LG Poll: Adeleke warns against violence, assures of non-interference

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Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has promised all parties involved that the upcoming local government election, which is set for February 22, 2025, will not be influenced.

Additionally, Adeleke pledged that the state government would not interfere with the exercise.

In addition to praising the nonviolent campaigns run by different political parties in the run-up to the elections, the governor advised candidates from all parties to sell their platforms to the electorate rather than using coercion or violence.

Olawale Rasheed, the governor’s spokeswoman, made the remarks in a statement on Wednesday.

“As a government, we are committed to free and fair elections. We have followed the preparatory activities of the state electoral commission and we assure the public that we respect the independence of the commission to conduct credible elections.

“We are highly educated in Osun state. Our literacy level is at an all time high. This is not a state where residents can be lied to. They read and digest court rulings and political subjects without being hoodwinked.

“I urge our people to get prepared for February 22. It is an opportunity to vote for your preferred council chairmen and councilors

“We are a nation governed by law. The judiciary, like it has been said recently, is the harbinger of hope. We must avoid misrepresentation and misinformation about court processes. We have a sacred duty to avoid fake news. It is an offence punishable under the law.

“We have credible reports of plots by elements within the opposition to foment crisis in Osun state. I warn those plotting such evil to desist because of its grave consequences.

“As the Chief Security Officer of this state, I have directed security agencies to deal decisively with any promoter of violence within the context of rule of law. We will not allow this state to be plunged into a baseless conflict.

“Democracy is about ballot papers, not guns and cutlass. Go to the poll on the 22nd. Make your preference known in peaceful manners. Osun is a bastion of democracy. We are ready as we have the capacity to defend our democratic heritage,” the governor noted in the statement.

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