The Electoral Hub

The Electoral Hub The Electoral Hub is a multidisciplinary strategic think tank committed to strengthening electoral governance, and accountability in Nigeria.

A multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary knowledge, policy and advocacy hub committed to promoting electoral knowledge, accountability, inclusion, and integrity The Electoral Hub works to enhance electoral integrity and credibility through research, documentation, electoral education, policy and legal influencing, and impact advocacy. The main focus of The Electoral Hub’s intervention in the electoral governance process is on complementing the roles and activities of the different institutions, stakeholders and drivers of the electoral process by providing back-end support services to them. Since its establishment, The Electoral Hub has grown into a leading research, knowledge and advocacy hub with the capacity to conduct ground-breaking research and analysis of electoral issues.

2027 STATE ELECTIONS CAMPAIGN:YOUR VOTE, YOUR VOICE, YOUR POWER, YOUR FUTURE!The 2027 State Elections Campaign has offic...
11/09/2026

2027 STATE ELECTIONS CAMPAIGN:
YOUR VOTE, YOUR VOICE, YOUR POWER, YOUR FUTURE!

The 2027 State Elections Campaign has officially commenced, September 9, 2026.

Elections are not just about voting. They are about shaping the future of our communities, our states and our country.

The Electoral Hub calls on all stakeholders to uphold democratic values and ensure that the campaign and elections are peaceful, credible, transparent, inclusive and free from violence.

CALL TO ACTION

1. Candidates

- Focus on issues and present clear plans and policies.
- Reject hate speech, personal attacks and all forms of violence.
- Say no to vote-buying and other electoral malpractices.
- Promote the meaningful inclusion and participation of women, youth and persons with disabilities (PWDs).
- Be transparent about campaign financing.

2. Political Parties

- Uphold internal democracy and democratic principles.
- Field credible candidates.
- Sanction members involved in electoral offences.
- Promote voter and civic education.
- Comply with the Electoral Act 2026 and INEC regulations and guidelines for the conduct of elections, 2026, and other applicable laws.

3. INEC

- Ensure full compliance with all electoral legal frameworks.
- Strengthen logistics and preparedness for election day.
- Ensure that BVAS and other relevant electoral technology are functional and tested ahead of the elections.
- Remain neutral, transparent and accountable.
- Ensure that voting is accessible and inclusive for all citizens.
- Communicate promptly and clearly with the public.

4. Electorate and Citizens

- Get informed and participate actively in the electoral process.
- Study candidates' records, plans and policies.
- Verify information and reject fake news and misinformation.
- Reject electoral violence and vote trading
- Get your Permanent Voter's Card (PVC) and exercise your right to vote.
- Make your voice heard and help shape the future of your state.

LET THE CAMPAIGN BE PEACEFUL AND INCLUSIVE

NO TO VIOLENCE.
YOUR VOTE COUNTS.
YOUR VOICE MATTERS.
YOUR FUTURE DEPENDS ON IT.

The Electoral Hub calls for peaceful, citizen-centered campaigns where citizens can directly access candidates. Democra...
28/08/2026

The Electoral Hub calls for peaceful, citizen-centered campaigns where citizens can directly access candidates.
Democracy works when everyone is included.

See our full statement below 👇

IRIAD INEC Nigeria Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Mr. Peter Obi Atiku Abubakar All Progressives Congress NDC REMI TINUBU CONCERN MOVEMENT National Assembly Library

27/08/2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026

The ballots have been cast, the votes have been counted, and Osun people have spoken and made their choice.
From the candidates who contested to the citizens who turned out to exercise their civic responsibility, Osun Decides 2026 was a reflection of democratic participation and the power of the people.
From candidates to citizens, this was democracy in action. Power to the people.

The Osun 2026 election may be over, but the work of strengthening democracy continues.
Democracy thrives where accountability is demanded, every citizen’s voice matters, and integrity is upheld and safeguarded. We must therefore keep demanding accountability, transparency, and effective governance.
With the road to the 2027 General Election ahead let us remember like Osun, the future is in our hands, Nigerians

See reel for our electoral materials for Osun Decides 2026

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IRIAD INEC Nigeria Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria JACKSON ADEMOLA ADELEKE VOTERS COALITION - OSUN 2026

Osun Decides 2026: Osun State Governorship Election Results | Final Declaration The electoral process culminated at the...
16/08/2026

Osun Decides 2026: Osun State Governorship Election Results | Final Declaration

The electoral process culminated at the INEC State Collation Centre, INEC State Office, KM 4 Gbongan-Ibadan Road, Oshogbo.

At 8am on August 16, 2026, the Returning Officer (RO), Professor Joshua Ogunwale, Vice Chancellor of Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), conducted the final collation, and announced results as collated from all Local Government Areas as follows:

1. Ademola Adeleke (A) – 511,067 votes
2. Olanrewaju Farinloye (AA) – 2,308votes
3. Esan Olajide (AAC) – 1,458votes
4. Najeen Folashayo Salam (ADC) – 17,180 votes
5. Adeagbo Opawoye Yemisi (ADP) – 2,946votes
6. Bola Oyebamiji (APC) – 444,815 votes
7. Adesina Adeyemi-Doro (APGA) – 1,474votes
8. Adewale Adebayo Simon (APM) – 234votes
9. Clement Adesuyi Banji (APP) – 114votes
10. Masilo Adeleke Adesoji (BP) – 111votes
11. Taofeek Adeleke Adewale (NNPP) – 118votes
12. Saliu Oyelami Razaq (PRP) – 83votes
13. Francis Olugbenga Ajala (SDP) –155 votes
14. Ogunsakin Olalekan (YPP) – 534votes
15. Adesoye John Olufemi (ZLP) – 2,482votes

Total Register of Voters: 2,339,544
Total Accredited Voters: 1,010,684
Total Votes Cast: 1,005,800
Rejected Votes: 20,721
Total Valid Votes: 985,079

Having satisfied the requirement of the law (see infographics), Incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke (Accord) has been declared the winner and returned elected for a second term of 4years ending year 2030.

This concludes the voting, collation and result declaration process for the 2026 Osun State Governorship election. From polling units to IReV uploads, to Ward, LGA, and now State Collation, every stage matters for electoral transparency, inclusivity, accountability, and integrity.

We commend the people of Osun, who are the MVP of the election, they stayed vigilant and protected their votes. We also commend other stakeholders - INEC, the RO, Professor Joshua Ogunwale, security agencies, observers, electorate, and all Nigerians. Democracy thrives when every vote is counted, collated, and seen.

Let this process remind us: Electoral voting and result integrity is built one polling unit at a time. Every vote count, every vote must be collated and seen.

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The Electoral Forum IRIAD INEC Nigeria IFES Osun (state) Ilesa Osun State

OSUN DECIDES 2026: RESULT MANAGEMENT PROCESS - IREVIReV Upload Progress:By 4: 27:32pm August 15: 17.62% of 3763 PUs uplo...
15/08/2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026: RESULT MANAGEMENT PROCESS - IREV

IReV Upload Progress:

By 4: 27:32pm August 15: 17.62% of 3763 PUs uploaded
By 5:54:35pm August 15: 46.64% of 3763 PUs uploaded
By 07.00.07pm August 15: 73.03% of 3763 PUs uploaded
By 7.57.06pm August 15: 82.46% of 3763 PUs uploaded
By 8:24:33pm August 15: 85.17% of 3763 PUs uploaded

IReV is for transparency, inclusion, and accountability.

Stay informed. Know the process. Follow the results. Protect your vote. Demand electoral accountability and integrity

Safeguard the sanctity and integrity of the process.

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OSUN DECIDES 2026: POST-ELECTION PROCEDURE AND COLLATION OF ELECTION RESULTS As collation starts at the Electoral Wards!...
15/08/2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026: POST-ELECTION PROCEDURE AND COLLATION OF ELECTION RESULTS

As collation starts at the Electoral Wards!

Do you know that the election doesn’t end at the Polling Unit?

From sorting, counting recording and announcing results at PU to collation at ward, LGA and State levels and resolving disputes, every stage must be transparent, accessible, and accountable.

Stay informed. Know the process. Follow the results. Protect your vote. Demand electoral accountability and integrity

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IRIAD INEC Nigeria Osun State Gov Ademola Adelekk Davido JACKSON ADEMOLA ADELEKE VOTERS COALITION - OSUN 2026 Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria

OSUN DECIDES 2026: COUNTING OF VOTES AND FORMS AT PUAs voting ends and counting starts, every vote counts. At the Pollin...
15/08/2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026: COUNTING OF VOTES AND FORMS AT PU

As voting ends and counting starts, every vote counts. At the Polling Unit, there is legal provision for how votes are counted, recorded on the prescribed form, and the result is announced before being transmitted for collation at the Ward level.

Know the process. Follow the results. Protect your vote. Demand accountability and integrity.

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IRIAD INEC Nigeria Osun State Davido Gov Ademola Adelekk JACKSON ADEMOLA ADELEKE VOTERS COALITION - OSUN 2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026: RESULT MANAGEMENT PROCESSUnderstand how election results are managed, the stages and movement. A tran...
15/08/2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026: RESULT MANAGEMENT PROCESS

Understand how election results are managed, the stages and movement. A transparent Result Management process is essential to safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process and credibility of election outcome.
From the Polling Unit to the final declaration, every stage of result management is important in ensuring that election results are properly accounted for and accessible to stakeholders and citizens.

Know the process. Stay informed. Demand accountability and integrity.

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IRIAD INEC Nigeria Osun State Gov Ademola Adelekk Davido JACKSON ADEMOLA ADELEKE VOTERS COALITION - OSUN 2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026: OFFENCES OF BUYING AND SELLING VOTERS’ CARDS AND VOTESBuying and selling of voters’ cards and votes i...
15/08/2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026: OFFENCES OF BUYING AND SELLING VOTERS’ CARDS AND VOTES

Buying and selling of voters’ cards and votes is an electoral offence punishable by law: 5 million Naira and 2 years jail term.

Protect your voter’s card. Reject vote buying and selling. Your vote is your power, and it should never be for sale.

Know the law. Protect your vote. Defend electoral integrity.

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IRIAD INEC Nigeria Osun State Gov Ademola Adelekk Davido JACKSON ADEMOLA ADELEKE VOTERS COALITION - OSUN 2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026: KNOW YOUR SENSITIVE ELECTORAL MATERIALSFrom polling unit results to collation and the declaration of ...
15/08/2026

OSUN DECIDES 2026: KNOW YOUR SENSITIVE ELECTORAL MATERIALS

From polling unit results to collation and the declaration of results, sensitive electoral materials play a vital role in ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the electoral process.

Know them. Understand their purpose. Protect the integrity of your vote.

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IRIAD INEC Nigeria Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria Osun State Gov Ademola Adelekk Davido JACKSON ADEMOLA ADELEKE VOTERS COALITION - OSUN 2026

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