Voting Begins Promptly in Ibadan North as Voters Turn Out for Federal Constituency By-Election

Voters in Ibadan North Federal Constituency began casting their ballots early Saturday morning as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) kick-started accreditation and voting processes across several polling units in the area. Reports from the ground confirm that the exercise commenced promptly at 9:00 a.m., in line with INEC’s operational schedule.
The by-election, which is being closely monitored by both local observers and political stakeholders, witnessed early participation from residents eager to perform their civic duty. At multiple polling units visited, electoral officers were seen attending to voters in an orderly manner, with basic materials such as the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) functioning effectively.
Security personnel were also strategically deployed across key locations to ensure a peaceful voting environment. Voters, some of whom arrived at the polling units before 9 a.m., expressed satisfaction with the smooth start to the process and commended INEC officials for their punctuality and professionalism.
The by-election is being conducted to fill a vacant seat in the House of Representatives, and the outcome is expected to play a significant role in the political balance within Oyo State. Party agents representing the major political parties were observed on site, monitoring the process closely to ensure transparency.
As voting continues through the day, residents and observers alike are hopeful for a peaceful, credible, and conclusive electoral exercise. INEC has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the process remains fair and in accordance with the Electoral Act.