The government of Ekiti State has given out loads of rice as gifts to
not less than 250 different groups across the state as token for
Christmas .
Governor Biodun Oyebanji who was represented by the Senior Special
Assistant on Community Communications, Mrs Mary Oso Omotoso reiterated
his administration’s commitment to ensuring prosperity for all and
well-being of the people .
Governor Oyebanji explained that the move was an expression of
appreciation noting that It is the season of giving when people should
show kindness to one another in gifts and affection.
Oyebanji urged the beneficiaries to kindly accept the token as the
state government appreciates their support and commitment since the
inception of his administration, adding that those who could not
benefit this year would enjoy more next year.
Omotosho said that the people are already witnessing and attesting to
the fulfillment of the Governor’s promises during electioneering
campaigns such as the ongoing massive road rehabilitation in the State
capital.
Earlier in her remark, coordinator of the groups and former Chairman,
Ado Ekiti Local Government, Mrs. Tosin Aluko , appreciated the groups
for their support during the pre and post election period stating
that Biodun Oyebanji’s administration would not cease to ensure
security of lives and property of the citizens.
Some of the beneficiaries who spoke with newsmen like the former
auditor-general of the state Mr. Adedayo Ajayi representing ekute
community and the general secretary of immigration representing GRA
community Mr Oladimeji Abiodun expressed joy at the gesture of the
governor which they described as unprecedented.
They submitted that his latest move had shown him to be a man of his
words and indeed a round peg in a round hole .
Also responding , other beneficiaries; Mr Taiwo Olaniyi, Chief (Mrs)
Adefunke Ogunrinde and Mr. Fatuase Gabriel who spoke on behalf of
their groups expressed gratitude to the Governor for the gesture,
while commending his administration’s proactivness at ensuring regular
payment of salary, provision of social amenities like street lights,
road rehabilitation among others .
They prayed for more successes and pledged more support for the
Biodun Oyebanji’s administration as he continues to steer the ship of
Ekiti State to an enviable destination
