A chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Ekiti State, Mr. Dare Owolabi, has commended the party leadership for endorsing Governor Biodun Oyebanji as its candidate for the governorship election coming up in the state in 2026.
Owolabi, a senatorial hopeful for Ekiti North Senatorial District, gave the commendation when he hosted the party leaders and members to a reception at his residence in Odo Oro Ekiti, Ikole Local Government Area to celebrate the affirmation of Governor Oyebanji as the APC flag-bearer for the governorship.
The reception, attended by hundreds of APC members and supporters in the local government area, was a sort of carnival as party members and supporters made merriment and were treated to victory dances.
Speaking at the reception, Owolabi, a philanthropist and community leader, said, with the way and manner the APC laid to rest the stormy issue of its governorship nomination, the party had demonstrated that “it is on a good stead to win the coming governorship election convincingly.”
He commended the APC leadership in Ekiti State and at the national levels for the uncommon ability to weather stormy times.
Owolabi restated that the sterling performances of Governor Oyebanji were testimonies that his administration had taken the state to a higher level, hence the decision by the party to support him for a second term.
He also praised the APC leadership for its wisdom and consensus-building efforts, describing the emergence of Governor Oyebanji as a testament to his outstanding performance and exemplary leadership style.
He urged all members of the party in the state to continue to support the governor’s efforts at transforming the state, adding that the collective loyalty and cooperation of the members “are vital for the sustained growth and development of Ekiti State.”
He also urged the governor not to spare any effort at bringing all members of the party together, adding; “More than anytime before now, this is the time for His Excellency, Governor Oyebanji to show that he remains the quintessential father of all and extend his usual open hands to all and sundry.”
Owolabi appealed to those who earlier showed interest in the APC governorship ticket before the consensus to remain loyal to the party.
He counselled that “this is the time everyone must show commitment and values that the APC is first before individual ambitions.”
He further appealed to those who are yet to participate in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration Exercise to do so promptly and ensure they collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), which he described as an important tool for civic engagement and political empowerment.
Owolabi also expressed heartfelt appreciation to all supporters of the Irawo Owuro Project for their unwavering commitment and assured them of continued progress and success as the movement advanced.
