Leaders and members of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Ekamefa communities, Ajoni Local Council Development Area of Ekiti State, have endorsed Governor Biodun Oyebanji to continue the governance of the state till 2030.
The leaders under the banner of the Abejide political dynasty from Ekamefa being spearheaded by the Chairman, Ekiti State Local Government Service Commission, Chief Alaba Abejide, said they took the action to reciprocate Governor Oyebanji’s outstanding delivery and leadership style.
They arrived at the unanimous and overwhelming decision on Thursday, at a well-attended political gathering held at Ipao Ekiti Country home of Chief Abejide and attended by critical stakeholders and members of the party.
Other high-profile leaders that constitute the political movement are: Chairman, Ajoni LCDA, Hon. Prince Michael Ogungbemi, ex-Speaker, Ekiti State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dele Olugbemi, Technical Advisor to the Governor, Hon Muyiwa Olukosi, SSA on Agric Processing Zone, Pastor Kehinde Ajayi and a Special Assistant, Femi Andero, among others.
Moving the endorsement motion, the Technical Advisor on Policy Evaluation, Hon. Olukosi, said Oyebanji has delivered exceedingly well via completion of the Ele bridge along Itapaji/Iyemero Road, siting of the Agriculture Processing zone in Ekamefa, the ongoing reconstruction of Ayedun-Irele road, relief materials to rainstorm victims and fairness in terms of political appointments to Ekamefa.
At the leaders’ prodding, the motion was seconded by the Senior Special Assistant on Agriculture Processing Zone, Mr. Kehinde Ajayi.
Ratifying the endorsement, the leader of the political movement, Chief Samuel Abejide, said the move was a reciprocation of Oyebanji’s goodness to Ekamefa and a request for more dividends for the residents.
“This is a reciprocation of the Governor’s performance. But we are pleading that the governor should appoint a member of the State Executive Council from this area. We are passionate about this, because our support here is total. We have a one-party here in Ekamefa”, Abejide said.
A leader of the group and Chairman of Ajoni LCDA, Michael Ogungbemi, commended Governor Oyebanji for not disappointing the citizens, saying they would reciprocate further with votes in the 2026 governorship poll.
“We have never wavered in our support, we will never deviate from our progressive ways. We are with Chief Abejide, who is a strong supporter of Governor Oyebanji. When things were tough and rough, we delivered, and I know that it will be easier this time”, Ogungbemi said.
The Ekamefa Central Coordinator, Hon. Afeez Adeyemo, declared that Ekamefa has always been in the progressive fold, saying the area will deliver overwhelmingly for Oyebanji in the next election.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Oyebanji stated that he was overwhelmed by the quantum of endorsements he was enjoying in Ekiti, describing this as a propelling force that will make him rev up the pedal of delivery to benefit more citizens.
The governor, represented by the Director General, Bureau of Community Communication, Mrs Mary Oso Omotoso, stated that he was thrilled by the inclusiveness in the party’s mobilisation structures at Ekamefa, which makes the endorsement more worthwhile and exhilarating to him.
“Let me assure you, Governor Oyebanji will continue to serve you. This gathering shows how much love you have for your government. You know he has always been inclusive; nobody is neglected in this government. I know you have felt his impact in this axis.
“I am grateful that before the election, Ekiti people have been showing appreciation for the governor’s performance and inclusiveness. He is happy that you show readiness to vote for him. I have no doubt that you will work hard and deliver for us. You have shown the evidence, and we are happy about this.
“The governor will never disappoint you. He is a people-loving Governor and a friend of the masses”.
Credit: thenationonlineng.net
