Ekiti Poll: APC congratulates Oyebanji on historic second-term win

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, on his re-election victory in the June 20 governorship election.

The congratulatory message was conveyed in a statement issued on Sunday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka.

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Oyebanji winner of the election after polling 319,224 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Wole Oluyede of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who secured 40,543 votes. Ambassador Dare Bejide of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) came third with 12,872 votes.

The APC described Oyebanji’s victory as historic, noting that he is the first incumbent governor in the state’s contemporary democratic history to secure re-election.

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“This win is a loud demonstration of the confidence of Ekiti people in Governor Oyebanji, his visionary leadership, people-centered policies, and unflinching commitment to the development and progress of the state”, the party said.

“We applaud the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, and all oversight stakeholders whose dedication and professionalism contributed to the successful conduct of the election.

“The Party commends the people of Ekiti State for their peaceful conduct and enthusiastic participation throughout the electoral process. We remain exceedingly grateful for their steadfast support, and endorsement of our great Party, its policies and progressive ideals.

“We are confident that Governor Oyebanji’s second term will deliver more development and improved living conditions for the people as he expands the achievement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s transformative Renewed Hope Agenda in the state”.

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