ADO-EKITI, NIGERIA — The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Dare Patrick Bejide, has expressed deep appreciation to residents, party leaders, and supporters across the state following a week-long political tour, declaring that victory in the June 20, 2026 election is assured.
Bejide addressed party faithful, ward leaders, local government executives, and key stakeholders, thanking them for what he described as overwhelming support and encouragement received during visits to party offices and traditional institutions across Ekiti State.
He stated that the tour, which lasted one week, took him to all local government areas where he visited royal palaces and ADC offices, receiving warm receptions marked by solidarity, honour, and public displays of loyalty.
The governorship aspirant commended traditional rulers, grassroots mobilisers, and community leaders for the respect and confidence shown to him, noting that the large turnouts and engagement reflected a growing acceptance of his candidacy.
According to him, the receptions across the state were not merely ceremonial but demonstrated a clear endorsement of his vision and the ADC’s political direction ahead of the gubernatorial election.
Bejide said supporters consistently assured him that the June 20, 2026 gubernatorial election would result in victory for the ADC, adding that such assurances strengthened his resolve to intensify campaign efforts.
He described the movement as more than a political campaign, insisting that it represents a collective aspiration for a new Ekiti driven by development, dignity, and purposeful leadership.
The ADC candidate urged party members and supporters to sustain the momentum generated during the tour by returning to their respective polling units, wards, and local government areas to begin grassroots mobilisation.
He emphasized that elections are decided by people at the community level, calling on all party faithful to take responsibility for spreading the ADC message across the state.
Bejide announced that the party’s major campaign activities would commence soon, urging supporters to maintain unity and demonstrate maximum commitment in mobilising voters.
He encouraged citizens to promote the ADC’s agenda in their communities, homes, and social circles, stressing that widespread awareness and participation would be critical to securing victory.
The governorship candidate reaffirmed his partnership with his running mate, Ayodeji Babatola Olora, stating that their leadership offers the best alternative for Ekiti State’s progress.
He pledged to transform Ekiti from what he described as a “poverty headquarters” into a productive economy where opportunities are expanded, livelihoods are protected, and development is visible.
Bejide also acknowledged the contributions of youths, women groups, elders, and party loyalists, assuring them that their support would not be taken for granted.
He concluded by expressing confidence that the goodwill generated during the tour would translate into electoral success, reiterating that Ekiti State is on the verge of political change.
The ADC candidate declared that with continued unity and mobilisation, the party is positioned to secure victory and usher in a new phase of governance in the state.
