By Oyeniyi Esan
The sociopolitical movement known as Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (ABAT) Diaspora under the leadership of Akogun Banji Ojo, has congratulated the Governor-elect of Ekiti state, Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji on his victory in the recently concluded election.
Mr Oyebanji, the flag bearer of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC), polled the highest number of 187,057 votes, while Social Democratic Party (SDP) polled 82,211 votes and People Democratic Party (PDP) 67,457 votes and 13 other parties.
Akogun Ojo in his congratulatory message noted that the emergence of Biodun Oyebanji under the platform of the All Progressive Congress (APC) reflects the general acceptance of the party by the people of Ekiti state because the election remains the best measure to evaluate governance in a democratic society.
According to the press statement made available to the public, “The announcement of your victory in the June 18 Governorship Election by Independent National Electoral Commission INEC is predictable because we are certain about the freeness and fairness of the election across the state.
We, in diaspora, congratulate you accordingly and laud the Buhari-led administration for discharging his promise as regards the true independence of INEC.
The emergence of APC is foreseeable because the party has not failed the good people of Ekiti state over the years. The structure led down by the grand principal, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu aims to focus on people’s needs, good governance and transparency.
“It is to be observed that the Ekiti state prides in knowledge and principles, which translates that we don’t tolerate bad leadership, and are keen on achieving growth and development across all sectors. We are hopeful your administration continues in the good spirits of true leadership worthy of emulation.
“The presence of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu during the election is another note of foreseeable victory in Ekiti State. The APC-led administration is loved and appreciated by the people, and the acceptance of Governor Kayode Fayemi as a people-centred public servant and true leader contributes largely to your victory.
“We pray to God in his infinite mercy to grant you all the required needs to drive Ekiti state to a hopeful destination of growth and development.”
