Emmanuel Fayose, a younger brother to the former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose has declared his interest to join the governorship race in the state.
In a statement made available to journalists on Friday, January 10, 2025, the younger Fayose said he has resolved to join the gubernatorial contest in the state.
A member of the Peoples Democratic Party, Emmanuel said his ambition stems from his desire to transform the state and return it and the people to the path of development.
Emmanuel said, “I am in the race to dislodge the Oyebanji-led government, and eventually, if I win, I will run an inclusive government that would steer Ekiti in the right direction.”
The PDP chieftain also noted that in addition to the need for the state to redress its steps, he was spurred to contest for the governorship seat following a recent meeting between President Bola Tinubu and his brother, a former Ekiti governor.
According to Emmanuel, the president at the meeting former governor Fayose had told President Tinubu of his intention to support the current administration which has been frowned at by his fellow party members.
