Ahead of the June 20 governorship election in Ekiti State, the Head of Service, Folakemi Olomojobi, has urged members of the state workforce, particularly staff of the Association of Secondary School Union, to ensure they collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in readiness for the poll.

Dr. Olomojobi gave the charge during an engagement session between Biodun Oyebanji and various labour unions and workers’ associations in the state ahead of the gubernatorial election.

She stressed the importance of active participation in the democratic process, noting that the possession of PVCs would enable workers to reciprocate what she described as the governor’s commitment to the welfare of civil servants and teachers across the state.

According to her, the June 20 election presents an opportunity for workers to support the continuity of the Oyebanji administration, which she said has prioritised the wellbeing of the workforce through prompt payment of salaries, pension reforms, regular engagement with labour leaders and improved working conditions.

The Head of Service maintained that Governor Oyebanji had justified the confidence reposed in him by workers through several policies and programmes aimed at improving the living standards of civil servants and retirees.

She noted that under the current administration, teachers and other public servants have enjoyed relative industrial harmony, adding that the governor’s open-door policy and responsiveness to workers’ concerns have strengthened trust between government and labour unions.

Dr. Olomojobi therefore encouraged workers not to be complacent but to mobilise support for the governor by participating fully in the electoral process.

She added that the state workforce remains a critical stakeholder in sustaining the developmental strides being recorded in Ekiti State, urging eligible voters to see the election as a civic responsibility and an opportunity to shape the future of the state.

The member representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency II in the House of Representatives, Honourable Oluwafemi Bamisile, has expressed gratitude to his constituents, particularly members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for giving him the mandate to seek a third term in the National Assembly through the party’s primary election.

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‎Bamisile, who emerged victorious in the recently conducted APC House of Representatives primary, described the support from party delegates and constituents as a demonstration of confidence in his leadership and representation over the years.

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‎Addressing newsmen in Ado Ekiti, attributed the success at the poll to the steadfast commitment to progressive politics and democratic participation.

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‎He assured the people that he would continue to justify the confidence reposed in him by providing quality representation and attracting more development projects to the constituency.

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‎The federal lawmaker also pledged to combine his academic background with legislative duties in order to deepen policy formulation and lawmaking at the National Assembly.

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‎According to him, intellectual capacity and sound education remain vital tools for effective governance and impactful representation.

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‎Bamisile, who holds a doctorate degree in peace and security, said his experience in both academics and politics would further position him to contribute meaningfully to national discourse and legislative reforms.

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‎He stressed the need for lawmakers to focus on research-based legislation capable of addressing the country’s socio-economic and security challenges.

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‎The APC chieftain also raised concerns over the growing security threats affecting communities around his constituency, noting that Ekiti South Federal Constituency II shares boundaries with parts of Kogi State and Ondo State where criminal activities have become rampant in recent times.

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‎He said tackling insecurity in border communities would remain one of his major priorities if re-elected for another term.

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‎Bamisile pledged to work closely with security agencies, traditional rulers and relevant stakeholders to strengthen local security architecture and ensure the protection of lives and property.

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‎The lawmaker further commended the APC for adopting the direct primary mode, describing it as the most credible and democratic process for selecting candidates.

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‎According to him, direct primaries give ordinary party members the opportunity to participate actively in the electoral process and enhance internal democracy within political parties.

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‎He maintained that the system would promote fairness, transparency and wider participation in Nigeria’s democratic process if properly implemented across the country.

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‎Bamisile reaffirmed his commitment to the ideals of the APC and promised to continue championing policies that would improve the welfare of his constituents and Nigerians at large.

The All Progressive Congress (APC) has concluded its senatorial primary elections in Ekiti State, with Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Senator Cyril Fasuyi and Senator Yemi Adaramodu emerging candidates for Ekiti Central, Ekiti North and Ekiti South Senatorial Districts respectively.

Announcing the results in Ado Ekiti on Monday night, the Chairman of the Primary Election Committee and Chief Returning Officer, Asipa Wasiu Adedoyin, declared Senetor Opeyemi Bamidele winner of the Ekiti Central Senatorial District primary election having contested alone and polled 29,586 votes.

For Ekiti North Senatorial District, the committee declared incumbent Senator Cyril Fasuyi winner after polling 14,179 votes to defeat a former Member of the Senate, Senator Ayo Arise, who scored 4,868 votes and Engr Bamisaye Oladipupo who polled 3,694 in the keenly contested exercise

Similarly, in Ekiti South Senatorial District primary, Senator Yemi Adaramodu secured 12,200 votes to emerge winner, defeating a former National Assembly member, Senator Biodun Olujimi, who polled 7,420 votes and Hon Bamidele Faparusi who polled 5,502 votes.

Adedoyin commended party members for the peaceful conduct of the exercise across the three senatorial districts, describing the process as transparent and in line with the guidelines of the party.