Voters in Ekiti State participated in the 2026 gubernatorial election on June 20, with the incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji seeking re-election against 13 other candidates.
Key points
- Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate Dr. Wole Oluyede alleged voter intimidation by security operatives and reported delays due to Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machine malfunctions.
- Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) operatives were deployed to Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s polling unit in Ikogosi to monitor for potential vote-buying.
- Electoral officials prioritized elderly voters at various polling units to facilitate a smoother voting process.
- Ekiti State Deputy Governor Monisade Afuye expressed confidence in an All Progressives Congress (APC) victory following her own participation in the polls.
Why it matters
The election is a significant test of democratic processes and electoral integrity in Nigeria, marked by concerns over technology failures and security conduct.
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