Breaking: Gov Oyebanji Votes, Reacts To Vote-Buying Allegations In Ekiti 2026 Guber Election

Breaking: Gov Oyebanji Votes, Reacts To Vote-Buying Allegations In Ekiti 2026 Guber Election

  • Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has dismissed allegations of voter harassment, intimidation, and vote-buying during the ongoing governorship election
  • The APC incumbent cast his vote at Polling Unit 003, Okelele, Ikogosi-Ekiti, in Ekiti West Local Government Area
  • The allegations were raised by ADC candidate Dare Bejide, who claimed APC members were distributing money to voters

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has dismissed allegations of vote-buying, voter harassment, and intimidation raised during Saturday’s governorship election in the state.

The APC incumbent voted at Polling Unit 003, Okelele, Ikogosi-Ekiti, in Ekiti West Local Government Area.

Gov Oyebanji Votes, Reacts To Vote-Buying Allegations In Ekiti 2026 Guber Election
Gov Oyebanji Votes, Reacts To Vote-Buying Allegations In Ekiti 2026 Guber Election
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According to Channels TV, the allegations were made earlier by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate, Dare Bejide, who claimed that APC members were distributing money to voters at a polling unit.

Oyebanji’s response: Governor demands evidence

Speaking with journalists after casting his ballot, Governor Oyebanji said anyone making such allegations must provide evidence to support their claims.

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He also expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the election.

Oyebanji urged eligible voters who had yet to cast their ballots to come out and fulfil their civic responsibility.

Source: Legit.ng

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