Osun State is getting ready for another major political moment as residents prepare to choose their next governor on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
With election day now very close, voters across the 30 local government areas are making final preparations. For anyone planning to vote, knowing what to expect before arriving at the polling unit can make the process easier and safer.
Here are six things Osun voters should keep in mind before Saturday.
1. The Election Holds on Saturday, August 15
The Osun governorship election is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, according to INEC’s election calendar.
This means voters have very little time left to make their final preparations.
If you are registered to vote in Osun, it is better to confirm your polling information before election morning rather than waiting until you get outside.
2. Know Where You Are Voting
One of the most important things to settle before election day is your polling unit.
Don’t assume that you can simply walk into any polling unit close to your house and vote. Make sure you know where you are registered and where you are expected to cast your ballot.
INEC has provided election information through its official platform for voters preparing for the Osun poll.
3. BVAS Will Be Part of the Accreditation Process
The Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) will play an important role during voter accreditation.
INEC has said it is prepared for Saturday’s election and has defended its preparations around BVAS following earlier concerns about the technology.
Voters should therefore follow the instructions of election officials and remain patient if there is a technical delay at their polling unit.
4. The Ballot Has Changed at the Last Minute
There has been an important development that voters should know about.
INEC has added Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate Francis Olugbenga Ajala and his running mate, Faseke Oladipo, to the Osun governorship ballot following a court order. INEC has also moved to reproduce election materials to accommodate the change.
The development means 15 political parties are now expected to contest the governorship election.
This is particularly important because voters should take their time at the polling unit and carefully identify their preferred candidate and party on the ballot.
5. Keep Away From Trouble
Election day should not become a day for political fights.
Whether you support the incumbent, the opposition or any other candidate, remember that everyone has the right to make their own choice.
Voters should avoid arguments, confrontations and situations that could put them in danger. If tension develops around a polling unit, prioritise your safety and allow the appropriate authorities to handle the situation.
The authorities have also been making security preparations ahead of Saturday’s poll.
6. Be Careful With Election Results on Social Media
This may be one of the most important points.
On Saturday, social media will likely be filled with videos, screenshots and messages claiming that a particular candidate has won a polling unit, ward or local government.
Don’t believe everything you see online.
A result shared on WhatsApp, Facebook, TikTok or X is not automatically an official result. NaijaGrove will report developments responsibly, but official results should be distinguished from claims circulating online.
Wait for results to go through the proper electoral process and for INEC to make the official declaration.
Final Words
The countdown to the Osun 2026 governorship election has entered its final stage.
For voters, the most important things are simple: know where you are voting, follow the accreditation process, carefully identify your preferred candidate on the ballot, avoid violence and don’t spread unverified information.
The election is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, and INEC says it is ready for the exercise.
NaijaGrove will continue bringing you the latest Osun Election 2026 updates as the state heads to the poll