I Am Disappointed In Fayose – Oluyede Knocks Ex-Governor Over Oyebanji Endorsement

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Wole Oluyede, has stated that former governor, Ayodele Fayose made the wrong choice when he threw his weight behind Governor Biodun Oyebanji.

Naija News reports that Oluyede stated this during an interactive session with journalists in Ado-Ekiti.

He dismissed claims that Fayose has the political strength to influence the outcome of the forthcoming governorship election.

While acknowledging Fayose’s right to support any candidate of his choice, the PDP chieftain maintained that the former governor had made the wrong political judgment.

According to him, endorsements should be based on measurable achievements and governance outcomes, arguing that the current administration has fallen short of expectations in critical areas, particularly security and infrastructure.

“I respect Fayose and his right to support whoever he wants. We have no personal issues. But if you ask me, he has made the wrong choice in supporting this government,” Oluyede said.

The governorship hopeful expressed surprise that Fayose would endorse the administration despite what he described as glaring governance deficiencies.

“I am disappointed because it suggests that the threshold for endorsing a government has become very low. If you look at the realities on the ground, particularly in security and public service delivery, there is little basis for such an endorsement,” he stated.

Oluyede, however, ruled out any confrontation with the former governor over his political position, saying Fayose is entitled to his convictions just as others are entitled to theirs.

He stressed that the forthcoming governorship election would ultimately be determined by the people of Ekiti State rather than by endorsements from political leaders.

“The people will decide. This election will not be won by endorsements or political declarations. Ekiti people are intelligent and will assess the performance of those seeking their mandate,” he said.

The PDP candidate also used the opportunity to raise concerns about the security situation in the state, alleging that many residents now live in fear due to increasing criminal activities.