The Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Dr Oluwole Oluyede, on Saturday outlined a governance vision anchored on inclusivity, transparency, and sustainable development.
Oluyede said his aspiration to lead Ekiti State was driven by a desire to improve the quality of life of residents, particularly the common people who, according to him, form the backbone of the state.
The PDP candidate, who spoke during a chat with journalists in Ikere Ekiti on his governance plan, said, “My ambition is for the generality of Ekiti State. Governance under my watch will be designed to deliver real impact across communities.”
The Independent National Electoral Commission has fixed June 20 for the governorship election in Ekiti State, which will be contested by candidates of 13 political parties.
Oluyede said that if elected, his administration would prioritise policies and programmes that directly address the needs and aspirations of the people.
He said his leadership approach would be guided by the principles of good governance, accountability, and purposeful coordination.
He said, “Our government will operate a seamless administrative structure where all arms and levels of government work in synergy to achieve clearly defined developmental objectives.
“My priority is the betterment of every Ekiti person. No group will be marginalised under my leadership. Our administration’s policies will cut across all strata of society, irrespective of educational, occupational, or social background.”
Oluyede, who pledged to drive social, economic, and infrastructural transformation across the state, emphasised the need to expand economic opportunities, support small and medium-scale enterprises, and improve access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and rural development.
He also assured that transparency and accountability would remain central pillars of his administration, noting that public trust was critical to achieving meaningful governance outcomes.
Oluyede said his government would be open, responsive, and committed to delivering measurable progress that citizens can see and feel.
“My vision is to build a state where prosperity is shared, and opportunities are accessible to all. Inclusive governance remains the surest path to long-term stability and development,” he said.