The new Governor of Ekiti state Mr Abiodun Oyebanji has been sworn as the head of the government in that state.
Oyebanji was sworn in by the Chief Judge of Ekiti State, Justice Oyewole Adeyeye, on Sunday, October 16, 2022 amidst applause from the crowd present.
He took over from Governor Kayode Fayemi, who doubled as the chairman of the Nigeria Governors Forum.
During the oath-taking process, Oyebanji pledged to preserve, protect and defend as well as preserve the office as governor in the presence of mammoth Ekiti people.
While addressing the crowd at the stadium, the newly sworn-in Governor Abiodun Oyebanji pledged to make Ekiti, a land of prosperity, opportunity, peace and progress.
In his words, “ My vision is for Ekiti State to be a land of prosperity, opportunity, peace and progress. A land in which transformed people and communities can reap the fruits of their labour in dignity, good health and safety. A land of honour where integrity matters. For this vision to be actualised we need to focus on a roadmap to get there”
Also in attendance, Presidential Candidate of All Progressive Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former Governors of Ekiti State, Niyi Adebayo and Ayodele Fayose, pioneer Chairman of APC and former Governor of Osun State, Chief Bisi Akande