Oyebanji congratulates Fayemi on his 60th birthday

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti

Ekiti State Governor Mr Biodun Oyebanji has congratulated the former governor of the state, Dr John Kayode Fayemi, on his 60th birthday.

Dr Fayemi, a two-term Governor of the state (2010–2014 and 2018–2022) and former Minister of Mines and Steel Development, turns 60 on 9 February.

Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, noted that Dr Fayemi’s diamond jubilee offers an opportunity to celebrate the former Governor’s worthy legacies of integrity, service, and honour.

The Governor described Dr Fayemi as a role model, mentor, teacher, and dependable pillar of support whose counsel continues to add value to governance and development efforts in Ekiti State.

He said the state is proud of Dr Fayemi and all that he stands for as a shining light, reformist, pacesetter, change agent, and public servant par excellence who redefined public service in the state, leaving an enduring impact on the polity.

According to Governor Oyebanji, Ekiti is lucky to have a personality like Dr Fayemi, who gave his all in the service of the people and remains passionate about the socio-economic development of the state, both in and out of office.

The Governor said Dr Fayemi’s contributions to the return of democracy in Nigeria in 1999, as a pro-democracy activist alongside other prominent Nigerians, are well documented and would continue to serve as a reference point and a source of inspiration to the younger generation.

Oyebanji noted that his immediate predecessor in office would always look back with a sense of fulfilment, having had the opportunity to bring his wealth of experience to bear for the benefit of the people as a two-term Governor, former Federal Minister, and former Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), with sterling and glittering records of service.

Governor Oyebanji prayed for God to grant Dr Fayemi a long life, good health, and renewed energy for more service to Ekiti, Nigeria, and humanity in the years to come.

“On behalf of my wife, Olayemi, the government, and the good people of Ekiti State, I congratulate this great leader and illustrious son of the Land of Honour on his diamond jubilee, which earns him membership of the ‘Elders Club.’ May you continue to prosper and flourish as you continue to serve and champion good causes,” the Governor added.