Oyebanji Hails Former Ekiti Governor Segun Oni at 72, Lauds Legacy of Selfless Service

In a move that further consolidates the atmosphere of political maturity in Ekiti State, Governor Biodun Oyebanji has poured glowing tributes on a former governor of the state, Chief Segun Oni, on the occasion of his 72nd birthday. The Governor, in an official statement, praised Oni for his exemplary life of service, humility, and dedication to the progress of the land of honor.

Governor Oyebanji described Chief Oni as a leader who remains deeply respected across party lines due to his integrity and administrative simplicity. According to the Governor, Oni’s tenure as helmsman of the state left an indelible mark, particularly through civil service reforms and crucial infrastructural development projects that continue to benefit the people of Ekiti. He noted that the former governor’s lifestyle of modesty remains a guiding light for current and aspiring leaders in the state.

Chief Segun Oni, who served as Governor of Ekiti State between 2007 and 2010, has remained a pivotal figure in the state's socio-political landscape. Despite the turbulent political waters that characterized his exit from office and subsequent partisan shifts, his reputation as a technocrat committed to the public good has largely remained untarnished. Oyebanji’s public acknowledgement of these feats underscores a deliberate effort to honor state elder statesmen regardless of past political friction.

"Chief Segun Oni is a statesman of remarkable distinction whose contributions to the development of our dear state remain highly valued. At 72, his wisdom and counseling continue to be a source of strength as we navigate the task of shared prosperity for all Ekiti citizens."