By Mary Oso-Omotosho
United stakeholders are crucial to an administration’s success, and a good governor knows this. The governor of Ekiti State, His Excellency, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji popularly called ,BAO,is well cognizant of this fact and has shown outstanding leadership by consistently engaging with Ekiti stakeholders from all spheres .
BAO demonstrates a strong dedication to promoting inclusive governance and encouraging collaborative input in decision-making through his proactive strategy of regularly engaging with a diverse array of stakeholders . His skillful management of them is truly commendable!
These exchanges, spearheaded by Governor Oyebanji, have been vital in bringing parties together and harmonising their goals. He has been an advocate of openness, accountability, and inclusivity in government by involving key stakeholders in the state’s development plan.
The approach exemplifies his ability to bring people together around a common goal and his willingness to consider other perspectives.
Ekiti State is definitely on a path of progress , peace and unity, thanks to Governor Oyebanji’s skillful leadership in involving stakeholders. Ekiti State now has a firm basis for sustainable growth. Governor Oyebanji has strengthened bonds, built trust, and drawn on communal knowledge, laying a solid groundwork for the state’s future growth and prosperity.
By actively engaging with all stakeholders on a regular basis, he has created a space where open dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas flourish to the benefit of Ekiti people.Through these exchanges, Governor Oyebanji has established himself as a leader who values the opinions and input of all those involved in the state’s road to development.
His ability to listen and accept constructive criticisms , respond to concerns, and address feedback demonstrates his dedication to a people-centered kind of governance .
The unique unifying spirit of BAO, especially in bringing together all the former governors, is top-notch. BAO made sure he completed projects initiated by his predecessors and gave them the honour to commission each of the projects! In fact, Governor Oyebanji continued with all the contractors that immediate past Governor , His Excellency, Dr Kayode Fayemi awarded contracts to. A typical Nigerian Governor would have brought in his own people. BAO, rather did otherwise. This has never happened before!
Today, all of the state’s former governors are rooting for BAO, giving him accolades and support to even do better for Ekiti Kete . This is an outstanding feat that requires serious studying by every aspiring leader!
Ekiti State’s development program has advanced profoundly – thanks to the governor’s efforts in promoting unity among stakeholders. He has greatly enhanced the efficiency of government operations by establishing a shared purpose and harmonising views, and he has given every Ekiti citizen a sense of belonging and the reason to have a say in government , which has given them a greater feeling of pride and ownership.
The future of Ekiti State is bright because Governor Oyebanji has made stakeholders’ engagement a central tenet of his administration. The exceptional leadership he exhibited is a clear demonstration of how inclusive governance approach can bring about positive change and peaceful political atmosphere . This bodes well for the state’s continued development, improved service delivery, and expanded civic engagement in policy – making .