INEC Official Rates Ekiti 2026 Election Peaceful, Commends Security Agencies

Dr Bunmi Omoseyindemi, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ekiti, praised voters and election officials for their calm and professional behaviour during the state’s governorship election.

Speaking to journalists after observing the election on Saturday, Omoseyindemi said the process was “largely peaceful.”

“We never had it so good. You can see that people came out to vote, and there were no reports of violence. Everything went on peacefully, and it was well,” he said.

The REC highlighted special measures that were implemented to enable Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) to participate, including those with visual impairments and other physical challenges.

He explained that INEC had mapped the distribution of PWDs during the voter‑registration exercise, allowing the commission to supply the necessary assistive devices and support at selected polling stations.

“You can see people with disabilities and physically challenged persons participating in the process. Those with visual disabilities were provided with the necessary aids to enable them to vote independently,” he said.

“We carried out mapping during voter registration to identify where these persons are located and ensured that the required facilities were made available for them,” he added.

Omoseyindemi urged voters to remain patient while the results were being collated, noting that the process was underway.

“Ekiti people should be patient and the results will be out soon. In some places, counting has already commenced, while reports are being received through our election operations support system,” he said.

The REC explained that INEC’s election operations support system was actively monitoring developments across the state and maintaining communication with field officials to address any challenges promptly.

He stressed that stakeholders and the public should rely on verified information rather than speculation, and that allegations must always be confirmed.

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