CLAIM: A Facebook user shared an image (archived here) claiming it shows Ekiti residents collecting food items from politicians ahead of the June 20, 2026, gubernatorial elections.
FINDINGS: Google Reverse Image Search results linked the image to a separate event, which took place in Oyo State on June 9, 2026. Sahara Reporters, Lagelu FM and Punch explained that the image showed some Oyo residents expressing their support for Sharafadeen Alli, an APC politician, after he distributed 1kg sachets of Semovita during a political outreach.
VERDICT: Misleading.
SOURCE: Sahara Reporters, Lagelu FM and Punch.
DATE: June 19, 2026
FACT CHECK AUTHOR: Sunday Awosoro
EDITORS: Bamas Victoria & Simbiat Bakare