Boluwatife Fayose has clarified that his decision to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) was a personal choice driven by his admiration for Biodun Oyebanji.
Boluwatife, the son of former Ekiti State governor Ayodele Fayose, made the remark while addressing APC leaders and members in Irepodun/Ifelodun State Constituency II after emerging as the party’s consensus candidate for the State House of Assembly seat.
He was formally presented to party leaders in Iworoko Ekiti by APC officials from Afao Ward following the party’s decision to zone the Assembly ticket for the constituency to the ward.
Speaking at the meeting, Boluwatife thanked party leaders and members for their support and acceptance.
He also conveyed greetings from his father, who is not a member of the APC.
The APC candidate emphasised that his decision to join the ruling party was independent and not influenced by his father’s political affiliation.
“It is because of the good character of Governor Oyebanji and his love for the people that attracted me to the APC,” he said.
According to him, the immediate focus of the party remains the forthcoming governorship election in the state.
“The most important thing on my mind is the forthcoming governorship election—that is our focus,” he added.
Boluwatife also pledged to work closely with constituents and collaborate with the current lawmaker in the constituency to ensure the party’s electoral success.
“I will make sure everybody is carried along and ensure nobody is left behind,” he said.
He stressed that the June 20 governorship election is a key priority for the party, noting that its success would determine future political developments in the state.
