Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji’s 2nd term ambition has taken another hit after 2 of his aides submitted their resignation letters. This comes less than a month to the APC Governorship Primary Election slated for October 27, 2025.
The most recent resignees are: Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Employment, Sunday Oguntuase and member, Ekiti State Microfinance and Enterprise Development Agency, Shina Olawale Ogunleye.
In a letter addressed to Gov. Oyebanji, both Sunday and Shina gave personal and family commitments as the reason for their resignations.
Recall that more than ten aides of Governor Oyebanji, including a member of, Ekiti State Waste Management Board, Hon. Wale Ade-Oba, senior special Assistants on Solid Minerals and Traffic management, Dada Abiodun John and Isreal Adesokan (Jaru), respectively, among others, have resigned in the last two months.
Infact, Hon. Wale Ade-Oba started working with another APC Governorship Aspirant, Engr. Kayode Ojo, as soon as he dumped Oyebanji’s government.
Speaking via a press statement, Ade-Oba declared that he is prepared to work with Engr. Kayode Ojo to develop Ekiti after Oyebanji failed to deliver as Governor despite the massive allocations to the state.
According to him, even though his decision might have shocked many, porting to Kayode Ojo’s camp is the right thing to do because he has a clear vision to transform Ekiti State.
“I’m writing to share with you a personal decision that may surprise many. As you know, I’ve been serving as an appointee under the current administration led by Governor Biodun Oyebanji (BAO). However, after much reflection, I’ve decided to join forces with Engr. Kayode Ojo, a leader with a vision for a better Ekiti.
I believe the administration hasn’t delivered meaningful development to many local government areas, including mine Irepodun/Ifelodun. The governor’s office seems to revolve around just a few individuals, leaving many commissioners without meaningful assignments,” he said.
Ade-Oba further accused Gov. Oyebanji of preferring to live outside the state while his presence is needed to facilitate the development he was voted to deliver.
He concluded by saying that his decision to opt out of a failed government and align with a man who truly cares for Ekiti people was long overdue.
“Our party members are being overlooked and undervalued despite their hard work and dedication to the party’s success. Instead, opposition party members who didn’t contribute to our victory are being appointed to key positions, while our loyal supporters are being ignored.
The governor is often out of the state, pursuing unclear agendas, and this absence is felt in the lack of productivity under the present administration. I believe it’s time for a change.
Engr. Kayode Ojo’s leadership style and vision for Ekiti resonate with me. I believe his administration would prioritize the needs of our people, recognize the efforts of our party members, and drive development across all local government areas.
In conclusion; I’m making this change because I want to be part of a government that truly serves the people of Ekiti and values the contributions of its loyal supporters. I’m willing to work towards a brighter future for our state, and I invite you to join me on this journey,” he added.
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