Supreme Court ruling offers Ekiti governor fresh development opportunity, says APC chieftain
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- An Ekiti State APC chieftain described the Supreme Court judgment affirming Governor Oyebanji's candidacy as an opportunity for development.
- The Supreme Court dismissed a suit challenging Oyebanji's emergence as the APC candidate for the governorship election.
- The chieftain urged stakeholders to unite and support the governor's agenda for the state's progress.
An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Ekiti State, Henrich Akomolafe, has hailed the Supreme Court's judgment that affirmed Governor Biodun Oyebanji as the party's candidate. He views the verdict as a fresh opportunity to advance the state's development agenda and foster unity.
The judgment presents another opportunity for the administration to deepen its development agenda while promoting peace, unity and inclusive governance throughout Ekiti.
Akomolafe stated that the Supreme Court's decision, which dismissed a suit filed by APC governorship aspirant Abimbola Olawunmi, is a victory for democracy and the collective will of the people of Ekiti State. He emphasized that the judgment provides Governor Oyebanji with another chance to consolidate on the progress already made.
Governor Oyebanji has continued to demonstrate purposeful leadership through policies aimed at improving infrastructure, agriculture, education, youth empowerment and economic development across the state.
"The judgment presents another opportunity for the administration to deepen its development agenda while promoting peace, unity and inclusive governance throughout Ekiti," Akomolafe said. He highlighted Oyebanji's purposeful leadership, citing policies aimed at improving infrastructure, agriculture, education, youth empowerment, and economic development across the state.
Governor Oyebanji has earned another opportunity to consolidate on the progress recorded so far.
The APC chieftain urged political stakeholders across party lines to set aside differences and collaborate with the governor to deliver more dividends of democracy. He also called on Ekiti residents to remain united and supportive of the governor, believing that sustained cooperation between the government and the populace would accelerate development. Akomolafe reaffirmed his commitment to mobilizing support for initiatives that empower youth and promote entrepreneurship, stressing the importance of investing in the younger generation for Ekiti's future.
As youths, we will continue to stand for peace, development and policies that improve the lives of our people. Together, we can build a stronger and more prosperous Ekiti State.
Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.