The newly installed chairman of the Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers and Ogoga of Ikere Kingdom, Oba Adejinmi Adu Alagbado has expressed his determination to provide purposeful leadership that would advance peace and progress of Ekiti, the nation’s fountdin of knowledge.
Ogoga gave this assurance shortly after he was inaugurated by governor Biodun Oyebanji as the new chairman.
In his acceptance speech at the Council Obas Chamber , Ado-Ekiti, Oba Alagbado declared total backing and supports of the traditional rulers to the reelection bid of governor Oyebanji ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial poll.
The foremost monarch appreciated the Governor for the honour, promised to lead with sincerity and honesty.
He also vowed to work hand in hand with other traditional rulers for the development of Ekiti State.
In speech at the occasion ,Oyebanji had sought the support of the Traditional Rulers in the state for his second term ambition .
The governor said the monarchs support became imperative for him to complete all the ongoing projects embarked upon by his administration.
Recalled that Oyebanji, on Monday had formally and officially declared his intention to run for second term in office while meeting with party leaders and members at the APC Secretariat, Ado-Ekiti.
He said his administration is committed to prioritising the welfare of the traditional rulers in the state, while urging the new Chairman to maintain the royal structure by engaging other traditional rulers for the growth and development of Ekiti State.
“It gives me a great pleasure to be here today, your belief in uplifting the greatness of Ekiti has been the stronghold of Ekiti. I solicit your continued support, our progress has been possible as a result of our partnership over the years. I remain committed to my promise to listen to you and prioritize your welfare.
“I appeal to the Chairman to lead with respect for all. I have full confidence in your capacity, ability and trust that the council will go higher under your leadership.
“I want to use this medium to announce that I would be running for second term. I need your support so that we can complete the pending success that my adminstration has done, if given us the mandate, it will afford us the opportunity to finish all pensding projects for the growth and development of our states”.