Ekiti @30: Adetiloye Salutes Founding Fathers, Commends Oyebanji, Citizens

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairmanship Candidate for Ifesowapo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Adetiloye John Adegoke, has paid tribute to the founding fathers of Ekiti State, commending their vision, sacrifices and determination in the struggle for the creation of the state.

Adetiloye, in a congratulatory message marking the 30th anniversary of Ekiti State, also congratulated Governor Biodun Oyebanji and the people of the state, describing the milestone as an opportunity to reflect on Ekiti’s journey, celebrate its achievements and renew the collective commitment to a more prosperous future.

He noted that the creation of Ekiti State on October 1, 1996, was the culmination of years of agitation, perseverance and collective determination by the people and their leaders.

According to him, the sacrifices and contributions of the founding fathers remain an enduring legacy that must be preserved and passed on to generations yet unborn.

The Ifesowapo LCDA APC chairmanship candidate observed that Ekiti had recorded significant development across various sectors in the last three decades, acknowledging the contributions of successive administrations, traditional institutions, community leaders and citizens to the state’s growth and development.

Hon. Adetiloye particularly commended Governor Biodun Oyebanji for what he described as the administration’s focus on development and people-oriented governance.

The APC candidate urged the people of Ekiti to continue to uphold the unity, peace and values that have remained central to the identity of the state, saying the 30th anniversary should be viewed as a collective responsibility to consolidate the gains of the past three decades.

He further emphasised the need for citizens, particularly youths, to play an active role in shaping the future of the state.

He expressed confidence that greater unity, purposeful leadership and collective commitment would enable the state to build on the foundation laid by its founding fathers and attain greater milestones in the years ahead.

The APC chairmanship candidate wished Governor Oyebanji, traditional rulers, political and community leaders, as well as the entire people of Ekiti State, a memorable 30th anniversary, praying for continued peace, progress and prosperity across the state.