Femi Dexter Akin-Alamu, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate in the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election, has raised concerns over alleged vote buying by political actors during Saturday’s poll.
Speaking after casting his vote at Ward 11, Polling Unit 38, located at the University of Ibadan, Akin-Alamu said he received multiple reports that voters were being offered cash and other incentives in exchange for their votes.
“This kind of practice completely undermines the integrity of the electoral process and erodes the principles of democracy,” he stated.
While condemning the alleged electoral malpractice, the ADC candidate commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the timely delivery of election materials and the smooth conduct of the voting process.
“INEC did well with logistics. The early arrival of materials ensured a seamless exercise at my polling unit,” he noted.
However, Akin-Alamu expressed concern over the low voter turnout, describing it as a major setback for democratic participation.
“It’s disheartening to see so few people come out to vote. This weakens the democratic process and highlights the need for greater voter education and engagement,” he said.
The by-election was held to fill the vacant seat in the Ibadan North Federal Constituency.
