President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Ekiti State Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji on his victory in Saturday’s governorship election, describing the outcome as a strong endorsement of the governor’s leadership and development agenda.
In a statement issued on Sunday by the State House and signed by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu commended the people of Ekiti State for conducting themselves peacefully during the election and for renewing their confidence in the governor.
The President also praised security agencies for maintaining order throughout the electoral process and urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to sustain efforts towards delivering credible elections ahead of forthcoming polls.
“He charges the Independent National Electoral Commission to continue to invest in conducting a peaceful, free, fair and credible election as we approach the Osun governorship election in August and the general election next year,” the statement said.
According to the President, Oyebanji’s victory is historic, making him the first governor in Ekiti State’s history to secure re-election back-to-back.
“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 statement noted.
Tinubu attributed the governor’s electoral success to his administration’s performance during its first term, citing achievements across key sectors.
The President noted that Governor Oyebanji’s first term was marked by “significant strides in infrastructure, agriculture, youth employment, education, healthcare, and rural development under the BAO agenda.”
He added that “The renewed mandate is therefore a clear vote of confidence in continuity, stability, and people-centred governance.”
While congratulating the governor, Tinubu urged him to be inclusive in his second term and continue building on the gains recorded during his first four years in office.
“President Tinubu urges Governor Oyebanji to remain magnanimous in victory and to carry all Ekiti people along as he consolidates on his achievements in the next four years,” the statement said.
The President also extended commendation to other candidates who participated in the election, describing their involvement as a demonstration of democratic commitment.
According to the statement, “it is now time to rally round Oyebanji in the task of taking Ekiti to the next level of governance.”
Tinubu further reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to working closely with the Ekiti State Government to deliver more democratic dividends and advance the Renewed Hope Agenda across the country.
He also prayed for “God’s wisdom, strength, and good health” for Governor Oyebanji as he continues to serve the people of Ekiti State.
Faridah Abdulkadiri
