Osun Guber 2026 police raids have sparked controversy after the Osun State Government accused the Nigeria Police Force of carrying out coordinated searches on the homes of top government officials, describing the actions as an attempt to intimidate the administration ahead of the state’s forthcoming governorship election. The government also alleged that some members of the Accord Party were being detained at the Criminal Investigation Department of the Osun State Police Command without being granted bail. BACKSTORY:Tension has increased in Osun State ahead of the 2026 governorship election following allegations by the state government that security operatives are targeting senior officials through coordinated raids. The controversy began after the Osun State Police Command announced the arrest of several suspects, including the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Teslim Igbalaye, as part of an investigation into alleged vote-buying activities in Osogbo. The development has added to growing political tension in Osun State as parties and stakeholders prepare for the August 15, 2026 governorship election.