Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has officially declared his intention to seek a second term in office, citing widespread public endorsement and political support from stakeholders across the state.

Naijaonpoint reports that the governor made his declaration on Monday during a meeting with members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Central Working Committee at the party’s secretariat in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital.

Governor Oyebanji said encouragement from traditional rulers, civil servants, artisans, youth groups, market women, drivers’ unions, professional bodies, and political leaders across party lines played a major role in his decision to run again.

“I have listened to you and I am formally informing the party that I will run for a second term. So, I plead for your support and prayers and by His grace, I will continue to respect you,” the governor declared.

He added that the move was to consolidate on the achievements of his first term and sustain the delivery of quality governance in Ekiti State.

Expressing gratitude to the APC leadership, Oyebanji said, “Let me start by appreciating you. Thank you for your support, endurance, and for holding the party. We are extremely grateful for your prayers and understanding, and I also thank you on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the endorsement.”

He further appreciated President Tinubu for his continuous support, stating that the President’s economic policies had fast-tracked development in Ekiti State.

Addressing speculations of internal conflict, the governor stressed that the APC remained a united family.

“Let me also assure you that there is no crisis in the leadership of APC. Our topmost leader is former Governor Niyi Adebayo, followed by former Governor Kayode Fayemi. There is no crisis in the leadership,” he said.

Oyebanji reaffirmed his loyalty to past governors of the state, describing them as “leaders of the party and foundational pillars of the APC.”

The governor urged citizens to secure their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the June 2026 governorship election, assuring that his administration remained committed to internal democracy.

“Any interested aspirant within the party is free to contest for the APC ticket,” Oyebanji added.

Naijaonpoint reports that the meeting was attended by top party leaders, including Deputy Governor Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Speaker of the State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye, SSG, Prof. Habibat Adubiaro, Chief of Staff, Mr Niyi Adebayo, and Special Adviser on Political Matters, Chief Jide Awe.

APC State Chairman, Sola Elesin, commended Oyebanji’s leadership style, describing him as a “unifying figure whose humility, accessibility, and performance have endeared him to party members and the general public.”

Oyebanji’s second-term declaration was greeted with applause and strong endorsement from the party faithful present at the meeting.