Osun Election voting was disrupted in Ejigbo after violence erupted at a polling unit, forcing voters and INEC officials to flee the area.

Voting in the Osun Election was disrupted in Ejigbo after violence erupted at a polling unit on Saturday.

The incident created panic among voters, residents and officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

As tension rose, many people fled the polling unit for safety. Some residents ran in different directions as the situation quickly became chaotic.

Footage from the area showed motorcycles and vehicles moving through the community. Residents appeared eager to leave the area as the Osun Election faced a sudden disruption.

According to Channels TV, the violence forced voters and INEC officials to abandon the polling area temporarily.

The immediate cause of the clash remained unclear at the time of reporting. However, the incident brought voting to a brief halt in the affected area.

The Osun Election has attracted strong voter interest, with residents turning out to choose the next governor of the state.

Security personnel have also been deployed across polling areas to maintain peace and protect voters.

Despite the incident in Ejigbo, voting continued in other parts of Osun State.

The disruption, however, raised fresh concerns about safety during the Osun Election. Voters and electoral officials need a calm environment to carry out the process without fear.

Authorities are expected to assess the situation and take steps to prevent further violence.

The Osun Election remains ongoing, while attention turns to security and the smooth completion of voting across the state.