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…AS EX-GOV, NASS MEMBERS, OPPOSITION LEADERS, LABOUR LEADERS STORM APC SECRETARIAT FOR EKITI GOV

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji on Wednesday submitted his Nomination form for the 2026 governorship election, at the National secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Abuja, accompanied by an unprecedented huge number of state and national leaders, elected officials and critical stakeholders in the State.

Governor Oyebanji who arrived the national secretariat of the party at 2.15pm, in company of the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele and first civilian Governor of the State, Otunba Niyi Adebayo, went straight to the office of the National Chairman of the party, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda and thereafter submitted the nomination form.

The array of leaders and stakeholders at the APC Secretariat to be part of the epoch event include: four former Deputy Governors of the state- Chief Paul Alabi; Surv, Abiodun Aluko; Senator Abiodun Olujimi and Prof Modupe Adelabu, as well as all the nine current members of the National Assembly from Ekiti.

Also at the APC Secretariat was the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in 2022 governorship election, Hon Bisi Kolawole, who led members of the political family of former Governor Ayodele Fayose to solidarise with Governor Oyebanji at the event.

Also present were all members of the Ekiti State House of Assembly led by the Speaker, Rt. Hon Adeoye Aribatise; members of the state executive council, all chairmen of the 16 local government and 22 Local Council Development Area (LCDAs); former members of National Assembly, appointees of the President from Ekiti; leaders of Organised labour in the State, representatives of students body, youths and women, members of APC Elders Forum as well as members of Alumni Association of Ekiti State university (the Governor’s alma mater).

The First Civilian Governor of the State, Otunba Niyi Adebayo spoke on behalf of all former Governors of the State at a brief ceremony at the party secretariat, while Senate Leader, Senator Bamidele spoke on behalf of National Assembly members.


Governor Oyebanji, while addressing the gathering, which included the Deputy National Chairman of the party, Chief Emma Eneukwu; National Vice Chairman, Dr. D.I. kekemenke, National Secretary, Senator Bashiru Ajibola and other NWC and NEC members, urged the national leadership of the APC to align with the wishes of the people of Ekiti State to halt the trend of instability of governance and policies.

The Ekiti Governor said the inability of any political party to produce a governor for a stretch of two terms in office has become a stain and a jinx that must broken in order for the State to witness more rapid development and stability that will make it a model in Nigeria.

Oyebanji said God had divinely ordained him to be the one to break the jinx of single term in office in the state, adding that the unprecedented massive support he enjoys from Ekiti Stakeholders across board, is an indication that it is doable.

The Governor who also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support for Ekiti, rallied the party's leadership to support the continuation of the current wave of development under President’s leadership in order to lay foundation for victory in the next presidential election.

He said: "You have listened to what Ekiti people have said. I have nothing more to add. But I want to say something here. Since the creation of Ekiti State, no governor has done two terms at a stretch and Ekiti people have come here to remove this reproach. We don't want this stain to remain, we don't want the gains we have made in our state to be reversed. The only thing that stands against development of Ekiti State is this come and go thing and I have the divine mandate to break this jinx."

While urging the national leadership of the party to instill discipline in members, especially aspirants and their supporters, the Governor also pledged to subject himself to the regulations of the primary election to ensure a peaceful and successful conduct.

The Governor praised the Senate Majority Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele for his statesmanship and support for his administration in the last three years. He also hailed other National Assembly members and state party leaders for their cooperation.

Adebayo in his address, described Oyebanji as a trustworthy and a reliable protégé, stressing that the Governor has been very consistent in contributing to the development of the state in personal and official capacities adding that his contribution has enriched the growth of the State.

Senate Leader Bamidele assured that Oyebanji will record an overwhelming victory at the APC primary and the main election because major power blocs cutting across political parties are supporting his aspiration.

“Governor Oyebanji now enjoys the support of Ex- Governor Fayose's structure, former Senate Minority Leader, Senator Biodun Olujimi, who has just crossed over to APC and another former Governor Oni who was the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the last governorship poll who is now in APC.

The APC Deputy National Chairman (South), Chief Eneukwu, pledged the readiness of the party to conduct a free, fair and transparent governorship primary in Ekiti, come October 27th, promising that the party will elect a candidate that is well acceptable to the people.

He hailed the leadership style of Oyebanji which he said has made the party an attractive political brand in Ekiti. He also described the Governor as a man after the hearts of the people of the state.

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Good one…. Looking forward to the great election coming up in Ekiti next year.

Who’s going to stand in as a formidable opponent

It's business as usual
Our political system needs total overhauling

Please can somebody tell me one or two achievement of this Governor of Ekiti that makes all stakeholders including opposition support this Governor or they are just sharing Ekiti money.

I come in peace.

He doesn't have a serious opponent so he'll win. But good governance is far from him.

Nah only INEC go save this man from Ekiti State people because everybody dey para like this nah only helinus Reno Omokiri wey no even dey Ekiti town to know waiting they go on go yarn rubbish here for nairaland

All this permutation will not work, if you like bring all the royal fathers and their Chiefs to the national Secretariat of APC, it will not change the fact that you have been rejected by the people of Ekiti state, all those in attendance are the people's benefits from your government, Ekiti people's are clamoring for change, engr Kayode Ojo is the people's choice (eko) is coming to rescue Ekiti state.

IJAYA001:
Please can somebody tell me one or two achievement of this Governor of Ekiti that makes all stakeholders including opposition support this Governor or they are just sharing Ekiti money.

I come in peace.

He has been sharing Ekiti money across board so massive support is expected to produce massive victory. To whom something is given, something is expected.

Ben147:
He has been sharing Ekiti money across board so massive support is expected to produce massive victory. To whom something is given, something is expected.

Haba, are you saying that is good leadership?

GOD, show us the way.

You need to visit ekiti state to see that all their leaders past and present, irrespective of the parties are comedian. Nothing to show that the state receives fed allocation.

sunny1729:
All this permutation will not work, if you like bring all the royal fathers and their Chiefs to the national Secretariat of APC, it will not change the fact that you have been rejected by the people of Ekiti state, all those in attendance are the people's benefits from your government, Ekiti people's are clamoring for change, engr Kayode Ojo is the people's choice (eko) is coming to rescue Ekiti state.

I guess you don't know road to Ekiti state, the man is well loved by his people the only obstacle is fayemi and he stand no chance of blocking him.

sunny1729:
All this permutation will not work, if you like bring all the royal fathers and their Chiefs to the national Secretariat of APC, it will not change the fact that you have been rejected by the people of Ekiti state, all those in attendance are the people's benefits from your government, Ekiti people's are clamoring for change, engr Kayode Ojo is the people's choice (eko) is coming to rescue Ekiti state.

nobi EKO NA LAGOS,tell eko to move to other party naw.

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…AS EX-GOV, NASS MEMBERS, OPPOSITION LEADERS, LABOUR LEADERS STORM APC SECRETARIAT FOR EKITI GOV





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Former Governor of Ekiti state, Dr Fayemi is missing in action! Hmm

Scam governor of ekiti sate.... Rubbish people.. oleee

Starcrest1:
He doesn't have a serious opponent so he'll win. But good governance is far from him.

I heard from someone that he performed woefully in office but my question is this; why are the politicians in the state supporting him for second term?

OVB123:
I heard from someone that he performed woefully in office but my question is this; why are the politicians in the state supporting him for second term?

Politicians are only after their own interest.
They align with who will help their pocket