Osun Election: Woman Shares Food Items, Curses Those Who Collect and Refuse to Vote APC Candidate

A disturbing video circulating on social media just days before the August 15 Osun State governorship election has sparked outrage and heated debate among Nigerians.

In the footage, a woman dressed in All Progressives Congress, APC, campaign attire is seen allegedly distributing repackaged food items and money to residents in a community in Osun State.

What has particularly drawn attention to the video, however, is the alleged warning issued by the woman to recipients of the items.

She is heard purportedly placing curses on anyone who accepts the money and food but fails to vote for the APC candidate during Saturday’s election.

The development has triggered reactions online, with many questioning whether the distribution was intended as campaign support or an attempt to induce voters ahead of the poll.

The video surfaced at a particularly sensitive period, with political parties in Osun already trading accusations over alleged vote-buying, intimidation and oath-taking as the election approaches.

The controversy has also renewed concerns about the extent to which economically vulnerable voters may be pressured through the distribution of food, cash or other materials during election campaigns.

While the contents of the video have generated significant reactions, the circumstances surrounding its recording, the identity of the woman and whether the act was officially authorised by the APC could not be independently established from the footage alone.

As Osun voters prepare to elect their governor on August 15, questions are now being raised about campaign ethics, voter inducement, freedom of choice and the integrity of the electoral process.