Security operatives have questioned an Osun State lawmaker after 146 people were found gathered at a private residence in Ikire.
The incident happened early Saturday as voters began casting ballots in the Osun governorship election. Police officers confronted Abiola Ibrahim, who represents Irewole/Isokan Constituency, at the residence.
A video circulating online showed the lawmaker answering questions while the group remained inside the property. Ibrahim identified the building as the home of his late father, Raji Ibrahim.
Officers asked why so many people were gathered there during the election.
“They are voters for the election happening today,” the lawmaker informed the officers on site.
The officers then asked whether everyone present was registered to vote in Ikire.
Ibrahim explained that the group included people from the community and other areas.
“Some of them are, some of them are indigenes from outside. I did not hire them. I did not promise anything,” he explained.
Security personnel also questioned Ibrahim about the political ties of those gathered.
They wanted to know whether he had mobilised the people for a particular candidate.
“Voting is their choice. I’m not their agent,” Ibrahim responded.
He also confirmed that he belongs to the Accord Party. The footage showed security officers with Permanent Voter Cards reportedly belonging to some people at the residence.
The incident occurred as security agencies maintained a strong presence across Osun during the governorship election.
Authorities had warned against electoral malpractice, voter inducement and unlawful mobilisation before voting began.
The Osun governorship election has attracted heightened security attention amid efforts to ensure a peaceful voting process.
