During the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election, a dramatic incident unfolded as voters in Iyin-Ekiti forcefully drove away operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Saturday. The anti-graft agency had deployed its personnel to a polling unit with the intention of monitoring and cracking down on suspected vote-buying activities.
The presence of EFCC officers sparked anger among voters, who questioned their deployment and demanded their immediate exit. The situation escalated, leading to the operatives being chased away, allowing the voting process to continue without further interruption.
This event took place amid widespread allegations of massive vote buying across various parts of Ekiti State during the governorship race. Observers noted that the incident highlights tensions around electoral integrity and the enforcement of anti-corruption measures in the region.