President Bola Tinubu has described the re-election of Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, as a strong endorsement of continuity, stability and people-focused governance.
Tinubu made the statement in a congratulatory message to the governor following his victory in Saturday’s Ekiti State governorship election.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had on Sunday declared Oyebanji, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), winner of the election after securing the highest number of votes across the state.
The President commended the people of Ekiti State for conducting themselves peacefully during the election and for renewing their confidence in Governor Oyebanji. He also praised security agencies for maintaining peace and order throughout the electoral process.
Tinubu urged INEC to sustain the conduct of peaceful, free, fair and credible elections as the country prepares for upcoming polls, including the Osun State governorship election in August and the 2027 general election.
“With his overwhelming victory in the election, Oyebanji has emerged as the first governor in the history of Ekiti State to win re-election back-to-back,” the President said.
Tinubu noted that Oyebanji’s first term was marked by developments in key sectors, including infrastructure, agriculture, youth employment, education, healthcare and rural development.
“Governor Oyebanji’s first term was marked by significant strides in infrastructure, agriculture, youth employment, education, healthcare, and rural development under his agenda.
“The renewed mandate is therefore a clear vote of confidence in continuity, stability, and people-centred governance,” the President said in a statement issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga.
