Peter Obi calls for peaceful and credible Osun governorship election

Ahead of Saturday's poll, Obi emphasized that Osun belongs to its people and called on all institutions, political actors, the diplomatic community, and international observers to maintain neutrality, professionalism, and restraint. The former Anambra State governor stressed that residents must be allowed to vote freely, safely, and without intimidation, with their votes transparently counted and protected. He appealed to Osun residents to avoid allowing political competition to cause division or violence within their communities, stating that Nigeria is bigger than any candidate and Osun is greater than any political party.

Obi also cautioned politicians, supporters, influencers, and financiers from outside the state against importing violence or intimidation. He reminded security agencies that their allegiance is to Nigeria and the Constitution, not to political interests, and urged INEC to safeguard the election's credibility from preparation through result declaration. Obi called on the international community to monitor the election closely to strengthen public confidence in the democratic process, advocating for an election where disagreement exists without hatred and power changes hands through ballots, not violence.