…prays for his victory during June 20th governorship election
The ancient town of Otun-Ekiti came alive with colour and tradition as the Oore of Otun-Ekiti and Paramount Ruler of Mobaland, His Majesty Oba Dr. Adekunle Adeagbo welcomed Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, Deputy Governor, Chief Monisade Afuye and their campaign team to the Oore’s Palace.
The visit formed part of the governor’s ongoing local government campaign tour ahead of the June 20 governorship election in the State.
At the event, distinguished Moba royal fathers gathered in full regalia to join the Oore in receiving the governor and his entourage.
Drummers beat out ceremonial rhythms while chiefs in beads and flowing agbada lined the palace courtyard, creating a scene that reflected the deep cultural heritage of Mobaland making the atmosphere blended royalty with political solidarity.
Addressing the gathering, Oore Otun, Oba Adekunle Adeagbo described the governor’s visit as a significant show of respect for the traditional institution and the people of Mobaland.
He commended Oyebanji’s administration for its commitment to peace, infrastructure development, and inclusive governance across Ekiti State, noting that such leadership had strengthened ties between government and grassroot communities.
Oba Adeagbo prayed for peaceful elections and for the continued unity and prosperity of Ekiti State under Governor Oyebanji leadership.
The Moba royal fathers therefore pledged their continued support for the governor’s vision and assured him of the loyalty of their people.
In his response, Governor Biodun Oyebanji expressed appreciation for the warm reception and acknowledged the role of traditional rulers in maintaining stability and promoting development at the local level.
He said his administration would continue to partner with traditional institutions to drive progress and ensure that government policies reflect the needs of the people.
The governor also outlined some of the projects his government had executed in the Moba axis, including road rehabilitation, educational upgrades, and empowerment programmes targeted at women and the elderly.
He stressed that no community would be left behind in the state’s development agenda.
During the visit prayers were offered for the governor’s success and for the well-being of Ekiti State.
