• Group rallies support for Oyebanji ‘s re-election
The Southwest chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed confidence that the party would wrestle power from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, saying the PDP is united and determined to win the election.
The PDP Zonal Publicity Secretary, Chief Sanya Atofarati, said the PDP is united and more determined to win the election, urging the APC to prepare to leave the Oke-Ayoba Government House.
Speaking during the inauguration of the committees and sub-committees set up to galvanise support for a frontline governorship aspirant, Dr. Wole Oluyede, Atofarati, said Ekiti people are tired of the APC’s alleged maladministration in the state.
He noted that the APC’s tactics of divide-and-rule would no longer work, urging
party leaders and members remain steadfast in the task to take over power from the broom party.
“There is no more place for the antics of divide and rule they are orchestrating in our party again. We are appealing to all our people in Ikere Ekiti and the South Senatorial District of the state not to accept any deputy governorship ticket from anybody, but only accept a governorship ticket.
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But, an advocacy group, Progress Mandate has endorsed Governor Biodun Oyebanji for a second term.
The group, in a statement in Ado-Ekiti by its Director-General, Yomi Oso, said the governor deserves a second term, citing his achievements in infrastructure development, education, youth empowerment, health sector, job creation and agriculture.
The group lauded Oyebanji for his humility and inclusive leadership style, which has brought lasting peace.
It described the governor Oyebanji’s style as “quiet but impactful” and praised his zero tolerance for corruption as well as demonstrable financial reforms which has re-engineered the state’s finances.
The group explained that its decision to declare support for the governor was informed by his understanding of Ekiti’s challenges, inclusive governance style and humility in leadership which gives voice to all segments of society.
It noted that Oyebanji’s re-election would ensure continuation of his development agenda and further consolidate the gains made so far for the betterment of Ekiti people.
“The Progress Mandate does not give blind endorsements. We are an advocacy platform solely driven by verifiable data, integrity, and public interest. Our support for Governor Oyebanji is informed by his understanding of Ekiti’s challenges and tailored solutions.
“Governor Oyebanji’s administration has redefined leadership in Ekiti through a quiet revolution rooted in substance over sensation. Unlike the usual traditional, flamboyant approach to governance, he has adopted a uniquely inductive style, one that begins at grassroots, examines the peculiarities of each local issue, and develops policy from the bottom up.
“We must also commend Mr Governor for the remarkable way he has united political, traditional, and community leaders across the state. Through humility and inclusive leadership, he has brought lasting peace and tranquillity to a once-divided political landscape. Today, Ekiti is speaking with one voice, and that is a legacy worth preserving.