President Bola Tinubu has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to use Saturday’s Osun State governorship election to demonstrate its readiness for the 2027 general elections.

The President made the call in a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

Tinubu urged INEC to conduct the election transparently and ensure that the process is credible and protects the integrity of the election.

He also called on political parties, candidates and their supporters to respect the rules and allow voters to freely exercise their right to choose their next governor.

The President said a successful election in Osun would help strengthen public confidence in the electoral process and serve as an important test ahead of the 2027 general elections.

He therefore urged all stakeholders to work together to ensure that the election is peaceful, transparent and credible.