By Ogungbayi Adeyemi S. | adeyemi@ddnewsonline.com
Editor, DDNews |
The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Osun State, Dr. Mutiu Olaleke Agboke, has called on broadcasters to strictly uphold the principles of fairness, accuracy, and impartiality in their coverage of the upcoming 2026 governorship election, tagged #OsunDecides2026.
Dr. Agboke made the call on Monday while delivering a keynote paper as Guest Speaker at a one-day workshop organised by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) in Osun State. The workshop was themed: “Upholding Principles of Fairness, Accuracy and Impartiality in Election Coverage: INEC’s Expectations from Broadcasters Before, During and After Elections.”
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The event brought together media professionals and key electoral stakeholders to strengthen the media’s role in the democratic process.
In his presentation, Dr. Agboke, who was accompanied by the INEC Osun State management team, commended the NBC for the timely initiative, noting that the media serves as a vital bridge between the electorate and the electoral process.
“Media platforms inform, educate, and influence citizens. Their responsibility during election periods cannot be overemphasized,” he said, reiterating that INEC regards broadcasters as strategic partners in delivering credible, inclusive, and transparent elections.
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The REC urged broadcasters to provide accurate information on electoral guidelines, timelines, and voter registration procedures, including PVC collection. He also called for equitable access to media platforms for all political parties and cautioned against misinformation, disinformation, and unverified content.
Describing this phase as highly sensitive, Dr. Agboke advised media practitioners to prioritise accuracy over speed, avoid announcing unofficial results or projections, and refrain from content that could incite tension. He also encouraged support for voter awareness on accreditation and voting procedures.
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The REC urged broadcasters to maintain professionalism in reporting electoral outcomes, provide balanced coverage of disputes and judicial processes, and promote peace and national unity through responsible programming.
Concluding his address, Dr. Agboke stressed that electoral integrity is a collective responsibility.
“While INEC is constitutionally mandated to conduct elections, the success of the process depends largely on how information is disseminated to the public,” he said.
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The workshop served as a key engagement platform between the electoral body and media practitioners, reinforcing the role of responsible broadcasting in ensuring credible and peaceful elections in Osun State.
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