Ekiti: APC Confirms Oyebanji Consensus Candidate

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, as its consensus candidate for the 2026 governorship election in the state.

The decision was reached on Monday during a party meeting held in Ado-Ekiti. At the gathering, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele moved the motion for Oyebanji’s adoption, which was seconded by Stephen Aribasoye, the Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly.

Usman Ododo, chairman of the APC congress committee, described the endorsement as a reflection of the governor’s “giant strides in various sectors,” adding that his achievements have greatly benefitted the people of the state. He also commended the APC for maintaining internal discipline, noting that the unity within the party mirrors the confidence Ekiti residents have in Oyebanji’s leadership.

The APC’s National Working Committee had previously approved Oyebanji’s candidacy following the withdrawal of Atinuke Olayemi Omolayo, the last remaining contender, after two other aspirants — Kayode Ojo and Abimbola Olawumi — were disqualified.

Speaking after the meeting, Oyebanji thanked party members for their support and harmony, saying, “You can see that our members are happy and united in one accord to exercise their franchise. In all the wards, delegates were elected by consensus — that speaks to the harmony between the leadership and membership of our party.”

The governor emphasized that the APC in Ekiti had grown stronger since he took office nearly three years ago. “In the last three years, we have made the party more appealing to the people. Many from other political parties have joined us because we have delivered on our promises,” he said.

Expressing confidence ahead of the 2026 election, Oyebanji declared, “By the grace of God, our target on June 20 next year is to win all 177 wards — a record that has never been achieved in Ekiti State.”
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