Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has said his administration depends on divine guidance as it works to improve the lives of residents and move the state towards greater prosperity.
Oyebanji said his government had continued to pursue its development agenda with transparency and accountability, while relying on God for wisdom in making decisions for the state.
The governor, who was represented by his deputy, Monisade Afuye, made this known on Friday at the August edition of the Evening of Praise organised at the Government House Grounds in Ado Ekiti.
He said his administration, which came into office in 2022, had remained committed to its six-point agenda and the broader goal of building a more prosperous Ekiti.
Oyebanji expressed appreciation for the progress recorded since he assumed office, saying he remained conscious of the responsibility and confidence entrusted to his administration by the people.
He said, “The Evening of Praise was not just conceptualised as a gathering for funfair, but to seek divine direction that can save the people from economic doldrums, poverty and lift Ekiti to the pedestal of prosperity and greatness I had dreamt for the state.”
According to him, while effective governance requires human capacity and hard work, divine direction is equally important in achieving lasting results.
“We thank God that this programme has been yielding positive results on the economic situation of the state and thus bringing peace to our people. Ekiti has been able to make it this far owing to God’s direction.
“I commend our cabinet members for sharing this vision with us that God should be given a pride of place in our leadership. I charge other citizens who live within Ado Ekiti and its environs to kindly attend subsequent editions.
“Our vision is to make this state great. We put in our little efforts and we are achieving greatness because God is on our side and he knows that we accord Him the respect that He deserves,” he added.
The governor assured residents that his administration would continue to put in more effort to strengthen peace and economic development across the state.
He also stressed the importance of working with individuals and groups who share the administration’s vision while maintaining faith in God’s guidance.
Government officials, including commissioners, special advisers, permanent secretaries, executive secretaries and clerics, attended the programme.
