Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has described his predecessor in office, Dr Kayode Fayemi as a role model, mentor, teacher and a dependable pillar of support whose counsel and support continue to add value to governance and development efforts in Ekiti State.
The Governor said the state is proud of Dr Fayemi and all that he stands for as a shining light, a reformist, a pacesetter, change agent and a public servant who redefined public service in the state, leaving an enduring impact on the polity.
Oyebanji, who congratulated Fayemi on the occasion of his 60th birthday said the Diamond Jubilee offers an opportunity to celebrate the former Governor’s worthy legacies of integrity, service and honour.
Fayemi, a two-term Governor of Ekiti State (2010- 2014 and 2018-2022), and former Minister of Mines and Steel Development turns 60 years old on February 9.
Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, said Ekiti is lucky to have a personality like Fayemi who gave his all in the service of the people and remains passionate about the socio-economic development of the State in and out of office.
He added that the immediate-past Governor’s contributions to the return of democracy in Nigeria in 1999 as a pro-democracy activist alongside other prominent Nigerians are well documented and would continue to be a reference point and a source of inspiration to the younger generation.
He further noted that Fayemi would always look back with a sense of fulfillment for having the opportunity of bringing his wealth of experience to bear for the benefit of the people as a two-term Governor, a former Federal Minister and former Chairman of the Nigeria Governor’s Forum (NGF) with sterling and glittering records of service.
He prayed God to grant Fayemi long life, good health and renewed energy for more service to Ekiti, Nigeria and mankind in years to come.
“On behalf of my wife, Olayemi, the Government and good people of Ekiti State, I congratulate this great leader and illustrious son of the Land of Honour on his diamond jubilee which earns him membership of the “Elders’ Club.” May you continue to prosper and flourish as you continue to serve and champion good causes”, the Governor added.
