Fayose Forecasts Landslide for Oyebanji as Afao-Ekiti Records High Voter Turnout

By Rotimi Ojomoyela, Ado-Ekiti

On Saturday, Afao‑Ekiti in Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area of Ekiti State—home to former Governor Ayodele Fayose—witnessed a significant voter turnout during the governorship election.

All eight polling units in Afao‑Ekiti Ward reported high participation, with voters of all ages arriving early to cast their ballots.

Fayose arrived at the St. David’s Primary School, which served as the ward collation centre, at about 8:50 a.m. He was accompanied by his son, Bolu Fayose, the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Assembly candidate for Irepodun/Ifelodun Constituency II.

After voting, the former governor predicted a landslide for APC candidate Abiodun Oyebanji, citing what he described as strong indicators from across the state.

“So far, so good. There is no incident, no issue, no disruption. It has a clear resemblance to a process that will be credible. INEC is alert to its duties. This is an improvement from the past,” he said.

He added that Oyebanji had already secured victory based on prevailing political dynamics and voter sentiment.

“Oyebanji has already won the election if you look at the state of things in the state and the body language of the people. I am predicting an overwhelming victory for him,” he added.

Fayose also praised the security agencies for their presence and professionalism, noting that they remained neutral.

“They are doing very well. You can see that they have enough men on the ground. They conduct themselves very well and take no side in the exercise,” he said.

He urged political actors to accept the election outcome and allow the state to focus on governance after the polls.

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