*Says his victory shows APC’s acceptance
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Ekiti State Governor-elect, Biodun Oyebanji, following his victory at Saturday’s governorship election in the state.
The President added that Oyebanji’s victory also showed the acceptance of the ruling APC to deliver the dividends of democracy.
According to Buhari, Oyebanji’s victory at poll is well deserved considering his contributions to the development of the state and the party, before his nomination as the standard bearer.
Buhari ,however, urged the governor-elect to be magnanimous in victory in the interest of the people of the state.
The President also rejoiced with the APC chairman, Abdulahi Adamu, and the National Working Committee for the victory, the first under the tenure of the newly elected executives of the party.
A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, also quoted Buhari as saying that, “This is a good beginning for you and your team. The APC is getting stronger and more united. The victory of our party in Ekiti is an indication of the confidence of Nigerians in the ability of our great party to deliver quality governance to all.”
The President also charged all APC members across and outside the country to see this as a good omen for the 2023 general elections and work assiduously to ensure the party’s victory, continuing the trend with Osun State next month July.
Buhari also felicitated with the people of Ekiti State for the smooth conduct of the election, affirming that they are the real victors as they have been able to freely choose their leader for the next four years.
He also lauded the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the law enforcement agencies for the preparations put in place, urging them to keep the momentum for upcoming elections.
