By OLADAPO SOFOWORA
An Ekiti State politics, one man that is presently showcasing his political prowess is former House of Assembly Speaker Babafemi Richard Bamisile. Bamisile, we gathered, is fast becoming a man to reckon with in the state’s mainstream politics. Besides being the member representing Ekiti South Constituency II at the National Assembly, his dream and aspiration for a better Ekiti has always given him sleepless nights. More reason he threw his hat in the ring to contest as governor in 2018, making him one of the first candidates to show interest after touring all wards in Ekiti. However, the pendulum swung in favour of incumbent John Kayode Fayemi.
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Those close to the Ekiti State University graduate will confirm that one of his heart desires is to govern Ekiti by actualising the blueprint he had prepared to make the state great. Political pundits in the state said with his current political weight as a member of House of Representatives, owing to his pedigree as a grass-roots politician, he is a top contender that must not be shoved aside.
As gathered, Bamisile’s supporters have also taken a bold step by formally declaring that their principal would be vying for governor in the next election. At the well-attended declaration, the supporters highlighted his achievements and his plans to take the state to the next level. The former student’s union leader has a track record as Speaker of EKSH and was once a lawmaker, who left indelible footprints. He is gathering momentum and enjoying good followership with a stronger structure. It was hinted that before now he has been making good his intentions for Ekiti consistency via empowering programmes and social responsibilities. He has kick-started his mobilisation programme and has been attracting endorsements from home and abroad.
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