EU Report Flags Concerns Ahead of Ekiti Governorship Election

The European Union released a pre-election assessment report regarding the upcoming Ekiti governorship election scheduled for June 20, 2026. The report expresses concerns about voter apathy, vote trading, and unresolved crises within political parties, particularly the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the People's Democratic Party (PDP).

It highlights that the political atmosphere in Ekiti State remains calm, despite worsening economic conditions that may influence voter turnout. The report identifies Governor Abiodun Oyebanji of the APC as the clear frontrunner, benefiting from incumbency and structural advantages.

It notes that the APC is perceived as the strongest political party in the state, while the PDP is described as fragmented and weakened by internal disputes. The report warns that public disaffection and economic hardship could lead to increased voter apathy, with many voters feeling that the election outcome is predetermined.

Despite these challenges, the report expresses confidence in the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) ability to conduct credible polls.