Oyebanji, Afuye Collect INEC Certificates of Return, Pledge Greater Service to Ekiti

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, and his deputy, Chief (Mrs.) Monisade Afuye, have officially received their Certificates of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The presentation ceremony took place at the commission's state office in Ado Ekiti.

Following the receipt of the certificates, Governor Oyebanji pledged to enhance good governance and expedite development across the state. Having secured a second term in office on the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform in the recent governorship election, Oyebanji stated that the renewed mandate brings a greater responsibility to deliver tangible benefits to the people of Ekiti.

INEC National Commissioner, Mr. Sam Olumekun, who supervises Oyo, Ekiti, and Lagos States, presented the certificates. Oyebanji secured his second term by polling 319,224 votes in the June 20 election. Supporters of the APC gathered at the INEC premises and nearby streets to celebrate the governor's re-election.

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The renewed mandate is a call to greater service. We will consolidate on the gains of the first term and work harder to ensure that every part of Ekiti feels the impact of government.

Governor Oyebanji described the victory as an affirmation of the Ekiti people's confidence in his administration. He assured residents that his second term would focus on consolidating ongoing projects and expanding policies aimed at improving welfare, economic growth, and infrastructure. He expressed gratitude for the state's support, emphasizing that the mandate belongs to all residents, irrespective of their political leanings. "The renewed mandate is a call to greater service," Oyebanji stated. "We will consolidate on the gains of the first term and work harder to ensure that every part of Ekiti feels the impact of government."

In related news, INEC also presented Certificates of Return to winners of recent by-elections in Rivers, Enugu, Nasarawa, Ondo, and Kano states. National Commissioner May Agbamuche-Mbu, presenting on behalf of the INEC Chairman, congratulated the elected officials and urged them to serve their constituents diligently. Notable recipients included senator-elect Ikeje Asogwa for Enugu North Senatorial District and senator-elect Danladi Envulu-Anza for Nasarawa North Senatorial District. Agbamuche-Mbu commended political parties and their supporters for maintaining peace during the elections, highlighting the successful conclusion as a testament to stakeholders' commitment to the democratic process.

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I thank the people of Ekiti State for believing in us and for standing by us. This victory is not for Biodun Oyebanji alone; it is a victory for every Ekiti person who desires peace, progress and sustainable development.