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The Man BAO Before Becoming a Governor

Debola Akingbade

One of the errand boys of these WhatsApp aspirants asked, "Who was BAO before becoming a governor gan?" Well, to put it simply, BAO is a life dedicated to Ekiti’s progress.

For Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, Ekiti's development agenda is his life’s purpose, and it has always been about Ekiti’s development.

From his early days as the Secretary to the Committee on the Creation of Ekiti State in 1996, Oyebanji has been deeply woven into the fabric of Ekiti’s growth.

At a time when many were unsure of the state's future, he was at the center of the struggle, working behind the scenes to turn the dream of an independent Ekiti into reality. That is the man Oyebanji before becoming the governor.

His journey since then has been a continuous story of service. As Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, he helped shape policies that set Ekiti on the path of sustainable development.

As Chief of Staff and later Secretary to the State Government (SSG), he remained a key figure in driving governance and economic reforms.

Even when not in the limelight, Oyebanji was always working to ensure that Ekiti prospered. That is the man Oyebanji before becoming a governor.

Now, as Governor, his vision remains unchanged, and that vision is to see Ekiti thrive. His administration is focused on infrastructure renewal, economic empowerment, investment promotion, and improving the lives of ordinary Ekiti people.

For Oyebanji, unlike others, governance is not about personal ambition, nor does he see power as a means to settle old scores. It's about identifying with the people and the land that made him.

They should please tell us who their principal is to Ekiti and what contributions he has made to the development of Ekiti before aspiring to be governor. They should tell us how he has benefited the state.

Ekiti’s journey is far from over, and we will not entrust the future of the state to people who want power just for their personal gain, those who want to be governor for selfish desires.

With our own BAO at the helm, one thing is certain... THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT.

Comments

  1. Anonymous8 February 2025 at 10:29

    As matured people, we need to know that everybody cannot be pro BAO. He wants to know and justice had been done as to that.
    We need not describe anyone as errand boy. Afterall we have seen those who appear 100% loyal now betraying their benefactors. Those in darkness need to be brought to light as in the case of Paul in the Bible. He surpassed even any of the disciples.

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