Claim
A video published by News Central TV on Saturday during the Osun State Governorship election claimed that a dispute occurred at Polling Unit 009, Ward 2, Ede North, after voters complained that the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machine was not functioning.
Findings
Using various fact checking tools, we found out that the claim is supported by independent reports from multiple news organisations covering the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election.
The ICIR reported that Governor Ademola Adeleke voted at Polling Unit 009, Ward 02, Abogunde/Sagba, Ede North, and that the polling unit experienced complaints and delays in the accreditation process.
Most importantly, the report specifically noted a BVAS glitch at the polling unit.
The Whistler also reported commotion at Voting Unit 009, Abogunde/Sagba, Ede North, following a BVAS glitch. According to the report, the development prompted protests by polling agents who demanded explanations from electoral officials.
Further reporting by Tell confirmed that voters at Polling Unit 009, Ward 2, experienced delays associated with difficulties in the accreditation process.
Some voters reportedly remained in queues for hours while awaiting accreditation.
The location of the polling unit is also independently confirmed by Arise News, which identified Governor Adeleke’s polling centre as Ward 002, Unit 009, Sagba Abogunde, Ede North LGA.
The findings show that Polling Unit 009, Ward 2, Ede North was the location identified in the News Central report. BVAS-related technical difficulties were reported at the polling unit.
The difficulties caused delays in voter accreditation.
Finding also confirmed commotion, and protests involving voters or polling agents over the problem.
CONCLUSION
The claim that Polling Unit 009, Ward 2, Ede North, recorded complaints over a malfunctioning BVAS machine is TRUE.
