The five (5) accredited candidates contesting the forthcoming bye-election in Ibadan North Federal Constituency have signed a peace accord.

The peace accord was signed at the Oyo State headquarters of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday.

The five candidates who signed the peace agreement are – Dexter Femi Akin-Alamu, African Democratic Congress (ADC), Adewale Haastrup Olatunji, All Progressives Congress (APC), Olabisi Olajumoke Odususi, All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Fola Sunday Oyekunle, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Hammed Badmus, Zenith Labour Party (ZLP).

The event was attended by leaders of the political parties, security chiefs and other stakeholders.

The bye-election is slated to take place on Saturday 16th August, 2025.

The election became necessary in order to fill the vacant position created as a result of the demise of the last occupant of the seat, Hon Musliudeen Olaide Akinremi.

Akinremi died last year at the age of 51.

Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr Adeniran Rahmon Tella, while addressing the gathering, noted that the peace accord became necessary in order to ensure a free and fair election.

He added that the commission is committed to conducting a credible election.

Adeniran encouraged the candidates and their supporters to maintain a high level of decorum and sportsmanship throughout the electoral process.

He said, “On behalf of the Independent National Electoral Commission, it is my pleasure to welcome you all to this significant event – the official signing of the Peace Accord for Ibadan North Federal Constituency Bye-Election.

“This gathering demonstrates your commitment to promoting peace, stability and credibility in the electoral process. The signing of this Peace Accord is a crucial step towards ensuring a free, fair and transparent election.

“As we embark on this critical process. I urge all stakeholders to adhere to the principles outlined in the Peace Accord. Let us work together to create an environment that allows voters to exercise their rights without fear or intimidation.”

The five (5) accredited candidates contesting the forthcoming bye-election in Ibadan North Federal Constituency have signed a peace accord.

The peace accord was signed at the Oyo State headquarters of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday.

The five candidates who signed the peace agreement are – Dexter Femi Akin-Alamu, African Democratic Congress (ADC), Adewale Haastrup Olatunji, All Progressives Congress (APC), Olabisi Olajumoke Odususi, All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Fola Sunday Oyekunle, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Hammed Badmus, Zenith Labour Party (ZLP).

The event was attended by leaders of the political parties, security chiefs and other stakeholders.

The bye-election is slated to take place on Saturday 16th August, 2025.

The election became necessary in order to fill the vacant position created as a result of the demise of the last occupant of the seat, Hon Musliudeen Olaide Akinremi.

Akinremi died last year at the age of 51.

Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr Adeniran Rahmon Tella, while addressing the gathering, noted that the peace accord became necessary in order to ensure a free and fair election.

He added that the commission is committed to conducting a credible election.

Adeniran encouraged the candidates and their supporters to maintain a high level of decorum and sportsmanship throughout the electoral process.

He said, “On behalf of the Independent National Electoral Commission, it is my pleasure to welcome you all to this significant event – the official signing of the Peace Accord for Ibadan North Federal Constituency Bye-Election.

“This gathering demonstrates your commitment to promoting peace, stability and credibility in the electoral process. The signing of this Peace Accord is a crucial step towards ensuring a free, fair and transparent election.

“As we embark on this critical process. I urge all stakeholders to adhere to the principles outlined in the Peace Accord. Let us work together to create an environment that allows voters to exercise their rights without fear or intimidation.”