Biodun Oyebanji Sworn In for Second Term as Ekiti Governor
On October 16, Biodun Oyebanji was sworn in for a historic second term as the Governor of Ekiti State, marking a significant milestone as he becomes the first governor to secure and commence two consecutive terms since the state's establishment in 1996. The inauguration took place at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion in Ado-Ekiti, attended by a large crowd including political leaders, traditional rulers, and dignitaries.
The Chief Judge of Ekiti State, Justice Lekan Adekanye Ogunmoye, administered the oaths of office to Oyebanji and his deputy, Monisade Afuye, who took her oath first. Oyebanji, accompanied by his wife, Professor Olayemi Oyebanji, inspected a guard of honour following the ceremony.
He was first elected in 2022 and re-elected on June 20, 2026, receiving 319,224 votes. His second term is expected to last until 2030.
The ceremony was attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and other prominent political figures.
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