THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Osun State has announced that political campaigns for the 2026 governorship election will officially commence on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

In a press statement issued on Monday by the Commission’s Public Affairs Officer in the state, Musa Olurode, INEC reminded political parties, candidates and their supporters that the campaign period is in line with the timetable and schedule of activities released for the forthcoming election.

The Commission urged political actors to conduct their campaigns peacefully and in strict compliance with the provisions of the Electoral Act 2026 as well as INEC’s regulations and guidelines governing political parties.

INEC particularly warned political parties against engaging in abusive language, hate speech, violence or any act capable of disrupting public peace during the campaign period.