Ekiti Governorship: Oyebanji's Epic Victory Validates APC's Performance

Governor Biodun Oyebanji has declared his re-election victory in the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election as a profound validation of his administration's performance and a clear demonstration of the populace's unwavering confidence in his leadership. Addressing journalists in Ado-Ekiti following his win, Oyebanji emphasized that Ekiti voters, being politically enlightened, consciously chose continuity, having witnessed the tangible benefits of his policies over the past four years. He characterized the June 20 governorship election as “the day of reckoning for critics,” attributing his success to the diligent implementation of his administration’s six-pillar development agenda and his government's steadfast commitment to its social contract with the people.

The electoral results showed Governor Oyebanji securing a commanding 319,224 votes. His closest contender, Dr. Wole Oluyede of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), garnered 40,543 votes, while Ambassador Dare Bejide of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) finished a distant third with 12,872 votes. Governor Oyebanji highlighted the sheer scale of his victory as irrefutable evidence of the electorate's endorsement, challenging critics to find a comparable electoral performance elsewhere in the country.

“What happened yesterday is a validation of our performance by the people,” Governor Oyebanji stated. He elaborated that the people of Ekiti are discerning, understanding what works for them and when to retain a working government. Their decision to re-elect his administration signifies that they believe he is