The APC in Ekiti State has formally affirmed Governor Biodun Oyebanji as its consensus candidate for the upcoming 2026 gubernatorial election, signalling party unity and setting the stage for its campaign machinery. (Vanguard News)
The confirmation took place during a special nomination congress held at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, Ado-Ekiti. The process was overseen by a committee chaired by Usman Ododo, Governor of Kogi State, with support from other party leaders. (PM News Nigeria)
Senator Opeyemi Bamidele moved the motion in favour of Oyebanji, and it was seconded by the Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Stephen Aribasoye. The motion passed unanimously. (Vanguard News)
An aspirant, Atinuke Omolayo Oluremi, formally withdrew from the race and publicly endorsed Governor Oyebanji’s candidature, clearing his path to become the sole candidate for the party. (PM News Nigeria)
Governor Ododo, as committee chair, declared Oyebanji the candidate in line with Section 84(11) of the Electoral Act, stating:
“I hereby, on behalf of Ekiti APC, ratify Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji as the candidate...” (Tribune Online)
In his acceptance speech, Governor Oyebanji praised President Bola Tinubu for his intervention and support, and appealed for unity within the party. He pledged to continue delivering on the “shared prosperity agenda” and committed to working with all stakeholders, including former aspirants, for victory in the 2026 poll. (Tribune Online)
