Ekiti NLC Hails Gov. Oyebanji’s Victory at Supreme Court

By Joseph Sunday 

The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Ekiti State Council, has congratulated Governor Biodun Oyebanji on his victory at the Supreme Court which affirmed his candidacy as the All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate.

The apex court dismissed the appeal challenging Oyebanji’s emergence and affirmed the June 18th judgement of the Court of Appeal which had earlier upheld his nomination as the party’s flagbearer.

Reacting to the judgement in a statement signed by the State Chairman, Comrade Kolapo Olatunde, the NLC described the verdict as a victory for democracy, the rule of law and the people of Ekiti State.

Olatunde said the ruling has laid to rest all legal disputes surrounding the governor’s mandate.

“We congratulate His Excellency, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, on this landmark judgement of the Supreme Court. This victory reaffirms the will of the people and provides an opportunity for all of us to move Ekiti forward,” the statement said.

The labour body commended the governor for his inclusive leadership and his commitment to workers’ welfare, education, healthcare and infrastructure development since assuming office, expressing optimism that the renewed stability will enable the administration to do more for workers and residents of the state.

The Congress urged political opponents and all citizens to close ranks and support the administration, noting that development thrives only in an atmosphere of peace and unity.

It also reiterated its commitment to partnering with the state government to sustain industrial harmony, promote workers’ welfare and ensure sustainable development in Ekiti State.