Two people were killed and several others injured in separate incidents of political violence in Osun State, Nigeria, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The violence occurred amid heightened political tensions ahead of upcoming elections.
In Esa Oke, a supporter of the Accord Party was shot dead. Local sources reported that the victim was attacked during a political rally, but details of the assailants remain unconfirmed. Police have launched an investigation.
In a separate incident in Ede, a truck rammed into a procession of the All Progressives Congress (APC), killing one party member and injuring seven others. The driver of the truck reportedly lost control, but some witnesses suggested it may have been deliberate. Authorities are investigating both cases.
The Osun State Police Command confirmed the incidents and appealed for calm, urging political parties to avoid provocative actions. No arrests have been reported as of June 25, 2026.
