Breaking: Fayose Votes, Predicts Winner of Ekiti Governorship 2026 Election
- Former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose has predicted an overwhelming victory for Governor Bidoun Oyebanji in the ongoing election
- Ekiti State governorship election is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, with Oyebanji seeking re-election
- Fayose expressed confidence in Governor Oyebanji's success after casting his vote in Afao-Ekiti
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Afao-Ekiti, Ekiti State - Former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose said Governor Biodun Oyebanji's victory is all but assured.
Legit.ng reports that the Ekiti State governorship election holds on Saturday, June 20, as the incumbent, Oyebanji, seeks re-election for a second term in office.
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As reported by TheCable, Fayose stated this while speaking with the press after casting his vote in Afao-Ekiti, Irepodun/Ifelodun LGA of Ekiti.
"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.”
Legit.ng reports that Fayose is a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) supporting Governor Oyebanji of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)
Ekiti deputy governor Afuye makes bold prediction
Recall that Ekiti state deputy governor Monisade Afuye cast her vote at her Atiba Aafin Ward 1, Polling Unit 003, in Ikere Ekiti in the ongoing governorship election.
Afuye expressed confidence in APC candidate Governor Oyebanji's overwhelming victory.
Voter turnout impresses Afuye, showcasing strong civic participation in the election.
Nigerians predict winner of Ekiti 2026 governorship election
Meanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that Ekiti State voters prepare for the governorship election on Saturday, June 20, amidst social media predictions.
The incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji leads the major contenders in a competitive race for re-election.
The poll conducted by Legit.ng revealed 56% support for Oyebanji, with Oluyede and Bejide trailing behind.
Source: Legit.ng
