Nigeria — Independent National Electoral Commission & Abiodun Ojelabi

Nigeria — Independent National Electoral Commission: Confirmed the attack but assured the election will proceed; working with police to replace stolen BVAS and prevent disenfranchisement.

Abiodun Ojelabi: Police spokesperson who confirmed the attack and provided updates on the investigation.

Nigeria — Independent National Electoral Commission: Conducted the election, identified flashpoints, and implemented anti-vote-buying measures. Its credibility is crucial for the acceptance of the results and for future elections.

Abiodun Ojelabi: Police Public Relations Officer in Osun, announced deployments and warned against electoral offences.

Nigeria — Independent National Electoral Commission: Nigeria — Independent National Electoral Commission has fixed the governorship election for August 15, 2026, and is urged by the Osun Development Association to ensure a transparent, credible, and fair election.

Abiodun Ojelabi: Abiodun Ojelabi>>>, the Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed reports of shootings and stated that investigations have commenced, though perpetrators have not been linked to any specific party.

Nigeria — Independent National Electoral Commission: Held stakeholders meeting; deployed BVAS devices; extended PVC collection; neutral role.

Abiodun Ojelabi: Police spokesperson; provided official account of raid and recovery of items.