10,210 Security Personnel Deployed for Nigeria’s Osun Governorship Election

ABUJA — The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 10,210 personnel and specialised tactical units to Osun State ahead of the governorship election. The move is part of a broader security operation aimed at ensuring the vote is peaceful, free, and credible. The deployment includes rapid response squads and other specialised units trained to handle potential security threats. NSCDC officials stated that the personnel will work alongside other security agencies to protect voters, election officials, and polling stations across the state. The Osun governorship election is scheduled to take place in the coming days, with authorities intensifying preparations to prevent violence or disruption. The NSCDC’s presence is intended to reassure citizens and maintain order throughout the voting process.