Ekiti: Oyebanji Unveils New Development Agenda as Tinubu, Akpabio Grace Inauguration

Deji Elumoye reported from Abuja and Gbenga Sodeinde from Ado-Ekiti that Ekiti’s political leaders gathered in Ado-Ekiti for the inauguration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji for a second term. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, and Senator Godswill Akpabio graced the occasion, alongside numerous other dignitaries. Oyebanji presented an ambitious second-term agenda focusing on infrastructure improvement, economic growth, enhanced public services, and fair governance.

Vice President Shettima praised Oyebanji and his deputy, Mrs. Monisade Afuye, on their successful re-election, emphasizing the endorsement of President Tinubu’s administration’s first-term performance. Shettima urged Oyebanji to uphold inclusive leadership, fairness, reconciliation, and respect for democratic institutions, deeming these virtues needed for the next four years.

He highlighted that Oyebanji’s victory stems from his ability to listen and his commitment to the greater good, urging him not to disappoint the people by serving their interests above personal ambitions.

The Vice President conveyed President Tinubu’s warmest wishes to Oyebanji and the people of Ekiti, describing their renewed mandate as a testament to democratic accountability. Shettima reminded Oyebanji of the trust placed in him by the people, who had evaluated his first term and entrusted him with another four years. He emphasized that the Tinubu administration’s nationwide support is grounded in a recognition of the reforms needed for Nigeria’s economic sustainability.

Shettima appealed for continued support of the Tinubu administration’s economic reforms, acknowledging the sacrifices required for long-term growth and better opportunities for citizens.

Oyebanji thanked God and the people for the second term, assuring them of a focus on expanding economic prosperity and quality of life. His administration would prioritize infrastructure development, education, healthcare, agriculture, electricity, tourism, technology, and job creation. He pledged to enhance road networks, strengthen vocational skills programs, modernize agriculture, improve electricity supply, and support businesses and marginalized groups.

The governor also affirmed his dedication to transparent, accountable, and responsive governance, promising to remain responsive to the people's aspirations.