Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has applauded elders in the state for their efforts at re-awakening culture and tradition with the publication of a new book that harps on Yoruba ethos of “omoluabi.”
Governor Oyebanji gave the commendation during the presentation of a book “Yoruba Renaissance: Challenges and Prospects” to him by the Ekiti Council of Elders.
The presentation of the book written by Sir Lawrence Egunjobi was a major highlight of the meeting which took place at the Conference Hall, Governor’s Office, Ado- Ekiti.
Acknowledging members of the council for the critical role they are playing in offering guidance and support to his administration, Governor Oyebanji described the elders as a pillar of support and strength to the state.
He commended the elders for birthing a new book that would reshape the culture and tradition of the Yoruba race in the face of the current realities of the nation. He also thanked them for their frequent position papers on government policies and for providing alternative views for the policies.
He reiterated the commitment of his administration to continue serving Ekiti people with utmost dedication, integrity and selflessness, noting that he could not afford to let down the people who reposed confidence in him by voting him into power.
The governor affirmed that he rode to power on the goodwill of Ekiti people and he owes them an obligation to perform credibly well and not bring disrepute to them.
He added that he was able to achieve a lot within the short time of his administration because he daily asked God for wisdom to lead the people of the state, saying he is conscious of all decisions made by his administration with the intention of delivering the shared prosperity promised to Ekiti people regardless of religious or party affiliations.
Earlier, the president of Ekiti Council of Elders, Prof Joseph Oluwasanmi, expressed heartfelt commendation to the governor for the dexterity he had displayed in the governance of the state since his inauguration about two years ago, affirming that he had combined the wisdom of Solomon and the grace of God to take the state to the enviable level it is.
