[VIDEO] VOTE BUYING? APC Campaign Truck Distributes Bread Ahead of Ekiti Election

TDA video circulating widely on social media has sparked controversy ahead of the Ekiti State governorship election scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026.

The footage shows a campaign truck reportedly associated with the ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), moving through a community while loaves of bread are thrown from the vehicle to residents gathered along the roadside.

People can be seen scrambling to collect the items as the truck drives past.

The incident comes on the eve of the election in which incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji is seeking a second term in office.

Social Media Reactions

The video has generated widespread reactions online, with many users criticizing the distribution method as degrading and insensitive.

Several commentators compared the scene to feeding animals.

They argue that political campaigns should focus on presenting policies and development plans rather than distributing food items.

Others linked the incident to the country’s economic challenges.

They noted that rising living costs have left many citizens struggling to afford basic necessities.

Concerns Over Vote Inducement

The development has also renewed concerns about alleged vote inducement and the use of gifts or food items to influence voters during election periods.

Political observers note that reports of distributing food, cash, and other goods often emerge during election campaigns across Nigeria, particularly in communities facing economic hardship.

Critics argue that such practices can undermine issue-based campaigns and weaken democratic accountability.

Election Day Approaches

The Ekiti governorship election is expected to be closely watched as voters head to the polls to decide whether Governor Oyebanji will secure another term in office.

As campaigning concludes, attention is shifting to voter turnout, election security, and the conduct of political parties and their supporters during the electoral process.

The viral video has added another layer to the conversation surrounding campaign ethics and voter engagement in the state.

It highlights ongoing debates about the role of welfare gestures and political inducement in Nigerian elections.