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APC Integrity Caucus Offers Insightful Assessment of Ekiti State Political Landscape: Critique of Funmi Ogun's Remarks and Commendation for Oyebanji's Administration

April 23, 2024 

Ekiti State, Nigeria – The APC Integrity Caucus, a group dedicated to fostering transparency, accountability, and good governance within the political landscape of Ekiti State, presents a comprehensive assessment of recent developments and statements made by key political figures.

In a recent interview with Punch Newspaper, Funmi Ogun, the current PDP scribe, made statements that have caught the attention of the public and political observers. As a group committed to upholding integrity and transparency, we offer critical insights into these remarks and commendations for the current administration led by Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji.

Our analysis highlights the following key points:

1. *Attention-Seeking Behavior:* We note with concern the attention-seeking behavior exhibited by Funmi Ogun in her recent remarks. This behavior, characterized by criticisms aimed at her political benefactor and attempts to garner headlines, raises questions about her motives and credibility within the political sphere.

2. *Flyover Construction Critique:* We draw attention to the irony in Ogun's critique of the current administration's approach to flyover construction. During her tenure as Commissioner for Works under Fayose's government, Ekiti State faced significant financial challenges, including salary arrears despite federal bailout funds.

3. *Commendation for Prudent Governance:* We commend the Oyebanji administration for its prudent financial management, transparency, and accountability. The availability of information on public fund utilization through the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) reflects a commitment to transparency and good governance.

4. *Positive Initiatives:* The Oyebanji government's initiatives, such as regular pension payments, addressing backlogs, and implementing poverty alleviation programs, within a short timeframe, are laudable and contribute to improving the welfare of Ekiti residents.

5. *Infrastructure Development:* We recognize the ongoing infrastructure development projects, particularly road construction projects across Ekiti State, as vital in enhancing transportation infrastructure, facilitating economic activities, and enhancing the overall quality of life for residents.

6. *Political Realignment Speculations*: We acknowledge speculations regarding Funmi Ogun's potential political realignment, with suggestions of a possible move to align with APC and support Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji's second term bid, amidst forecasts of challenges facing PDP in 2026.

The APC Integrity Caucus remains committed to providing insightful analysis and fostering transparency and good governance within Ekiti State's political landscape.

Babafemi Oye
Secretary, APC Integrity Caucus.

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