The protest began on Tuesday, October 29, following Oyo state governor Seyi Makinde’s recent call for Babalola’s deployment at a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) rally in Akure.
Led by Ayo Adeyemi, the protesters pledged to occupy the INEC headquarters daily until their demands are met.
Adeyemi emphasised the urgency, citing the upcoming election’s proximity.
INEC’s acting director of security, Ms Ndidi Okafor, acknowledged receipt of the protesters’ petition and stressed that the commission would meet to discuss their request.
She urged the protesters to remain peaceful and assured the commission would consider their demands.
Okafor encouraged the people of Ondo to exercise their right to vote peacefully on election day, emphasising the importance of their participation.
Earlier, TimesNow.com.ng reported that Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, APC national chairman, expressed optimism that the ruling party will secure victory in the November 16 Ondo governorship election.
Ganduje also declared the party’s intention to capture the southwest region by winning the Ondo state election.
According to Ganduje, Ondo poll victory will boost President Bola Tinubu’s chances and support in the southwest region ahead of the 2027 election.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
