Governor Biodun Oyebanji has been confirmed as the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate for the 2026 election in Ekiti State following a consensus affirmation exercise held on Monday at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, Ado-Ekiti.The exercise saw 885 delegates from the 16 local government areas of the state endorse Oyebanji, who is seeking a second term as governor.

The special nomination congress, supervised by a 10-member committee chaired by Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo, officially ratified Oyebanji’s candidacy after the voluntary withdrawal of the only other cleared aspirant, Mrs Atinuke Omolayo. During the session, Senate Leader and APC stalwart, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, moved a motion for the ratification of Oyebanji’s nomination as the party’s consensus candidate.
“I, Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, hereby move a motion that this Ekiti Special Nomination Congress ratify the nomination of His Excellency, Biodun Oyebanji, as the consensus gubernatorial candidate of the Ekiti State APC, according to Section 84, Subsection 9 of the Electoral Act, 2022. I so move,” he declared. The Speaker Of Ekiti State House Of Assembly, Rt Hon Adeoye Stephen described the decision as a historic moment for the party.
Hon Adeoye also appreciated the committee, delegates, and President Bola Tinubu for their efforts and support for the development.
Delivering his acceptance speech, Oyebanji expressed gratitude to the party leadership and delegates for entrusting him with the ticket for a second time.
“I am honoured and appreciative of this rare privilege which you are giving for the second time.
“If words fail to fully express the depth of my excitement and gratitude, please forgive my bluntness; I will eternally be indebted to you all,” Oyebanji said. Oyebanji pledged continued service to the people of Ekiti State, promising to consolidate the gains of his administration.

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