BAO-Walk Begins in Ikole-Ekiti with Bimbo Daramola at the Forefront

15th February, 2024

The highly anticipated program, spearheaded by the former Nigerian legislator, Congressman Bimbo Daramola, to support the endeavors of Ekiti stakeholders in promoting the re-election campaign of Governor Biodun Oyebanji, gained significant traction and was well-received by the people of Ekiti as they turned out in large numbers to partake in the initiative known as "BAO-walk."

Despite facing criticism from some members of the APC, the program garnered substantial attention due to its controversies and trials.

The consistently dynamic and resolute Bimbo Daramola, who previously served as the Director General for Dr. John Kayode Fayemi in 2007 and during the rerun against PDP's Segun Oni, has consistently contributed to the success of the party and its candidates.

The BAO Walk represented another strategic initiative aimed at ensuring widespread participation of Ekiti residents from all corners of the state in processes that will steer the state towards continued development under the leadership of the incumbent governor.

Furthermore, the Congressman generously distributed 100 JAMB forms to students across Ekiti in Ikole, extending a helping hand to parents, and also distributed food supplies to numerous households.

The monthly programme which will go round the 16 LGAs of Ekiti State is expected to enhance the populace's health, benefit and sensitize them about the need to re-elect Governor Biodun Oyebanji in 2026.

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