(PICTURES) Ekiti 2026: Afuye, Deputy Governor, Casts Ballot, Foresees Oyebanji Emerging Triumphant

On Saturday, Ekiti State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress Deputy Governorship Candidate Monisade Afuye cast her ballot at Atiba Aafin Ward 1, Polling Unit 003, in Ikere Ekiti at 8:50 a.m.

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Afuye praised voters for demonstrating patriotism by turning out in large numbers to exercise their civic duty during the Ekiti governorship election.

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The deputy governor also expressed appreciation for the Independent National Electoral Commission and security agencies, citing their impartiality as a key factor in the election's peaceful conduct across the state.

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Afuye observed that voters were not only participating in the election but also showing eagerness to cast their ballots, a development that impressed her.

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She noted that the high voter turnout was not limited to Ikere, as reports from other local governments and towns indicated similar enthusiasm among voters.

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Afuye attributed the strong voter participation to the rigorous campaigns conducted by her party, which she believed yielded positive results.

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The deputy governor commended INEC and security agencies for their thorough preparation, which ensured that the election process was not marred by intimidation.

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Afuye predicted that the election could potentially be the best in Ekiti's history if the current trend continued.

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When asked about the likely outcome of the poll, Afuye expressed confidence in the performance of Governor Biodun Oyebanji, who she said had served Ekiti with dedication.

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Afuye stated that Governor Oyebanji was widely regarded as having performed well, and she was confident that the APC candidate would emerge victorious in the election.

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Afuye further predicted that Governor Oyebanji's victory would be by a wide margin, saying "Governor Oyebanji is not only winning this election, it is going to be with a wide margin."