Tension escalated in Isan-Ekiti on Friday night as political violence reportedly claimed one life and led to the burning of a police station ahead of the governorship election.
The unrest has heightened concerns over security and the credibility of the electoral process in the state.
Meanwhile, angry youths in the community condemned alleged attempts at election manipulation and voter intimidation, insisting that the will of the people must prevail. They called on authorities to ensure a free, fair and transparent election.
Residents also urged security agencies and electoral officials to take proactive measures to prevent further violence and guarantee a peaceful electoral process.