Ekiti 2026: PDP gov candidate presents 10-point agenda for state development

Dr. Wole Oluyede, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Ekiti State, has unveiled an ambitious 10-point development agenda aimed at transforming the state. Titled 'My contract with Ekiti,' the policy framework seeks to reposition the state as a productive, inclusive, and economically competitive entity.

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aims at reshaping the state’s economic structure, strengthening social services and expanding opportunities for citizens.

The agenda prioritizes reshaping the state's economic structure, bolstering social services, and broadening opportunities for citizens. It encompasses key sectors such as agriculture, job creation, healthcare reform, infrastructure renewal, youth empowerment, the digital economy, taxation reform, local government autonomy, women's inclusion, and economic diversification. Productivity, human capital development, and institutional reforms form the central pillars of Oluyede's proposed administration.

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they set the tone for a policy-driven campaign ahead of the 2026 governorship election.

Agriculture, identified as the backbone of Ekiti's economy, is central to the plan. Oluyede proposes a shift towards mechanized and technology-driven farming to enhance output, including the introduction of modern machinery, improved extension services, and structured training for farmers. The manifesto also addresses challenges in the agricultural value chain, such as post-harvest losses and limited market access, by planning for improved storage facilities and export channels, alongside the revival of cooperative societies for rural financing.

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focuses on agriculture, job creation, healthcare reform, infrastructure renewal, youth empowerment, digital economy, taxation reform, local government autonomy, women inclusion and economic diversification

Job creation and economic growth will be driven by agricultural expansion and industrial development, with a focus on attracting investment and supporting entrepreneurship. Oluyede also pledges to integrate digital literacy into the education system to prepare youth for a technology-driven global economy. The manifesto further addresses education and skills development, aiming to equip the workforce for future challenges.

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At the core of the agenda is agriculture, which is the backbone of Ekiti’s economy. We propose a shift from traditional farming practices to mechanised and technology-driven agriculture to improve output and efficiency.