Low Voter Turnout in Isan-Ekiti Amid Shooting Fear

On the day of the Ekiti State governorship election, voter turnout in Isan-Ekiti remained low due to fear stemming from a shooting incident that occurred the previous evening. The incident involved two youths in the community and was clarified by Oba Adejuwon, who stated that it should not be misconstrued as politically motivated violence.

Community leaders, including Mr. Adesola Adejuwon, President of the Isan Progress Union, and other representatives, appealed to residents not to let the incident discourage their participation in the election.

They urged eligible voters to return to polling units and cast their ballots peacefully. The leaders reassured the community that the situation was under control and called on security agencies to maintain a presence to protect residents and ensure a peaceful electoral process.

Journalists observed a sparse turnout at polling units during the early hours of the election, contrasting with expected participation levels.