Residents, political stakeholders and community leaders in Iwoye-Ijesa, within Oriade Local Government Area of Osun State, launch and intensify efforts aimed at preventing election violence ahead of forthcoming elections in the state. According to reports, the community meets to agree on expanded sensitisation activities designed to encourage peaceful participation and responsible behaviour by political actors. Stakeholders also call for greater vigilance within the community, including awareness of outsiders who may seek to destabilise the area around the election period. The community urges political party leaders and candidates to act responsibly, underscoring the importance of non-violent conduct during campaigns and election activities. While the coverage focuses on local mobilisation and public messaging, it also highlights a shared expectation that political competition should not translate into threats or unrest in Iwoye-Ijesa. Overall, the sources describe a coordinated local peace initiative led by residents and community figures, with the goal of reducing the risk of violence as the election approaches.
Osun community launches peace campaign against election violence
Residents, political stakeholders and community leaders in Iwoye-Ijesa, within Oriade Local Government Area of Osun State, launch and intensify efforts aimed at preventing election violence ahead of f...
- People in Iwoye-Ijesa, Osun State, launch or intensify a campaign against election violence.
- The campaign is organised by political stakeholders, community leaders and residents ahead of upcoming elections.
- Participants call for sensitisation to promote peace and responsible participation.
- Community members urge vigilance against external elements who could destabilise the area.
- Political party leaders and candidates are urged to demonstrate responsible conduct.
Political stakeholders, community leaders and residents of Iwoye-Ijesa, Oriade Local Government Area of Osun State have resolved to intensify sensitisation against political violence ahead of forthcoming elections in the state. The stakeholders also called for greater vigilance against external elements seeking to destabilise the community and urged political party leaders and candidates to demonstrate responsible […] Election Violence: Osun community intensifies peace campaign efforts
2 months agoIwoye-Ijesa, Osun State, launches a campaign against election violence, urging peace and responsible leadership ahead of forthcoming elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-community-launch-campaign-against-election-violence/
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