13/08/2026
BEFORE POLITICS, WE ARE IKOYI INDIGENES: OLORI ODO OF IKOYI URGES UNITY AND PEACE AHEAD OF AUGUST 15 POLL
As the Osun State Governorship Election approaches on Saturday, 15th August 2026, the Office of the Youth Leader (Olori Odo) of Ikoyi Kingdom, led by Chief Orolade Waliyullah Abiodun, urged all citizens of Ikoyi to shun all forms of violence, intimidation, hate speech and electoral misconduct. Election is not a war, and no political ambition is worth the peace, unity and future of our community. Remember we are indigenes of Ikoyi before associating ourselves with any political parties.
We encourage every eligible voter to come out peacefully, exercise their civic responsibility and cast their vote according to their conscience. Let us respect one another, obey the rules that guide the electoral process, and allow every citizen to participate freely without fear or intimidation. Ikoyi is known for peace, and let's continue to uphold the good name we are known for.
Ikoyi belongs to all of us. Let us protect our community, uphold peace and demonstrate responsible citizenship before, during and after the election. Our vote is our voice, let us use it peacefully to shape the future we desire. May the best candidate whose administration will favour the masses emerge.
Media Unit
Office of the Youth Leader (Olori Odo) of Ikoyi kingdom
Osun State, Nigeria
13th August, 2026