@officialtrendblasttv: With just two weeks to the August 15 Osun State governorship election, all 14 governorship candidates and their political parties on Thursday signed a peace accord in Osogbo, pledging to conduct peaceful campaigns and accept democratic principles before, during and after the poll. The ceremony, organised by the National Peace Committee in collaboration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), brought together governorship candidates and their running mates, political party leaders, security chiefs, traditional rulers, civil society organisations and other stakeholders. Cardinal John Onaiyekan and Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah were among prominent members of the committee present at the event. Addressing the gathering, INEC Chairman for the election, Prof. Joash Amupitan, stressed that the peace accord should not be treated as a mere formality but as a commitment to peaceful conduct throughout the electoral process. "By signing this Peace Accord today, we are not only affirming our dedication to non-violence and mutual respect among all political actors, but we are also sending a powerful, unambiguous message to our citizens that democracy thrives when peace prevails. Each of us has a sacred role to play." Representing the Chairman of the National Peace Committee, former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, retired General Martins Agwai urged candidates and their supporters to reject violence, hate speech, misinformation and every action capable of undermining public confidence in the election. "Conduct the remainder of your campaigns with restraint, civility and respect for the law." In his remarks, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah described the signing of the accord as a public commitment by all political actors to uphold the rule of law, exercise restraint and protect the integrity of the democratic process. Governor Ademola Adeleke also called for impartial policing, a free and fair election, and respect for the will of the people, alleging that his administration and members of the Accord Party had faced violence and intimidation in recent months. #TrendBlastNow #BreakingNews #OsunElection #PeaceAccord #INEC

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Friday 31 July 2026 04:32:22 GMT