Osun election in photos: Elderly, physically challenged voters turn out
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At a glance
- Elderly and physically challenged voters were among the early turnout for the Osun State governorship election.
- Voters from diverse age groups and backgrounds participated in exercising their franchise.
- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had ad hoc staff present at polling units ahead of the voting commencement.
The Osun State governorship election saw a notable turnout of elderly citizens and individuals with physical challenges, who were among the first to cast their ballots on Saturday. These voters were observed at various polling units across the state, joining other residents in the democratic process to elect the state's next governor.
Photographs captured physically challenged voters waiting patiently in queues at polling units, demonstrating their commitment to participating in the election. The early arrival of ad hoc staff from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at some polling units and wards by 7:30 a.m. underscored the preparedness for the commencement of voting.
The diverse participation highlighted the engagement of voters from different age groups and backgrounds, reflecting a broad spectrum of the Osun State populace exercising their right to vote. The election proceeded with voters across the demographic spectrum actively participating.
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