APP warns of electoral technology manipulation in Osun gubernatorial election

The Action Peoples Party (APP) in Osun State has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to enhance the security of its technological systems before the August 15 governorship election.

The party also cautioned against any manipulation that could compromise the credibility of the August 15 poll.

In a statement released on Sunday by Osun APP Chairman Odesola Oluseye Titus, the party urged electoral officials to promptly secure all technology‑related aspects of the electoral process against fraud and unauthorised interference.

He called for rigorous verification of the voters’ register, ensuring the proper functioning of card readers, and stronger safeguards to prevent unauthorised access to electoral data.

“We urge INEC to take immediate action to ensure that all the technological systems related to the electoral process are secured against fraudulent activities. This includes rigorous verification of the voters’ register, the proper functioning of card readers, and safeguarding against unauthorised access to data,” he said.

The APP demanded that the electoral body remain vigilant and proactive in addressing any technical challenges, insisting that every eligible voter should be able to participate freely and fairly.

“We call on INEC to uphold its responsibility to the citizens and ensure that the electoral process is transparent, credible, and free from any form of technical tampering,” the statement added.

The party said it was voicing the concerns of Osun State residents over alleged technical irregularities reported during the recent Ekiti State governorship election.

According to the APP, “Reports emerging from the Ekiti poll have raised questions about the reliability and transparency of some electoral practices, prompting calls for greater scrutiny of the technology deployed in future elections. The residents of Osun State have observed with increasing alarm the alleged technical irregularities that were reported during the recent Ekiti State Governorship Election.”

The party warned that Osun State residents would not accept any attempt to manipulate the democratic process through technological means, emphasizing that election integrity remains paramount.

“We want to emphasise unequivocally that the people of Osun State will not tolerate any form of technical rigging or manipulation that compromises the democratic process. The people of Osun State are watching closely, and we will not hesitate to mobilise against any strategies aimed at disenfranchising voters or manipulating the August 15 governorship election result,” he stated.

The APP expressed hope that INEC would assure that the upcoming governorship election would be conducted in accordance with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and fairness.