The governorship election in Ekiti State kicked off on Saturday, against the backdrop of the police order restricting movement during the exercise. In Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, Ikere-Ekiti, and several other parts of the state, The Guardian observed widespread non-compliance with the police directive restricting movement during the governorship election.
Widespread Non-Compliance
Several non-essential workers, private vehicles, and commercial motorcycle operators were seen moving freely, raising concerns about the enforcement of security measures. There was also a noticeable absence of heavy security presence, with only a few checkpoints and barricades observed in some areas.
Businesses Operate Normally
Some shops and business premises were equally open for commercial activities despite the restriction order. This widespread violation of the movement restriction has sparked debate about the effectiveness of security arrangements for the election.
