President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji on his resounding victory in Saturday’s Ekiti State governorship election.
In a statement issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President commended the people of Ekiti State for their peaceful and orderly conduct, as well as for reposing their trust in Governor Oyebanji.
He also praised law enforcement agencies for maintaining law and order during the election.
Tinubu urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to continue investing in the conduct of peaceful, free, fair, and credible elections as Nigeria approaches the Osun governorship election in August and the general elections next year.
With his overwhelming victory, Oyebanji has emerged as the first governor in the history of Ekiti State to win re-election back-to-back.
The President noted that Oyebanji’s first term recorded significant strides in infrastructure, agriculture, youth employment, education, healthcare, and rural development under the BAO agenda.
He described the renewed mandate as a clear vote of confidence in continuity, stability, and people-centred governance.
Tinubu urged the governor to remain magnanimous in victory and to carry all Ekiti people along as he consolidates on his achievements in the next four years.
He also commended other candidates who participated in the election, noting that they had exercised their democratic rights, and called on them to support Oyebanji in the task of taking Ekiti to the next level of governance.
The President reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to partnering with the Ekiti State Government to deliver more dividends of democracy and accelerate the Renewed Hope Agenda across the country.
He prayed for God’s wisdom, strength, and good health for Oyebanji as he continues to serve the people of Ekiti State.
