Professor Oyebanji Ikusayedegbe Olajuyin has emerged as the Labour Party’s candidate for the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election in Nigeria. His selection was confirmed at the party’s congress in Ado‑Ekiti, an event attended by party executives, delegates, officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and security agencies.
In his acceptance speech, Prof. Olajuyin described his emergence as proof of the Labour Party’s readiness to assume leadership in the state. He asserted that the party has become a front‑runner in the upcoming election and that the people of Ekiti are prepared to embrace credible leadership grounded in integrity, competence, and compassion. He also highlighted the challenges confronting democratic governance in Nigeria, lamenting the growing monetisation of politics and its corrosive effect on service and accountability. According to Olajuyin, the trend of money outweighing character undermines the very benefits of democracy.
Ekiti State Labour Party Chairman Barr. Odunayo Okunade congratulated Olajuyin on his emergence and pledged the party’s full support to secure victory at the polls. Okunade praised the peaceful and credible conduct of the congress, viewing it as a reflection of the party’s commitment to transparency and internal democracy. The event’s openness was further demonstrated by the presence of INEC officials, security agencies, and media representatives.
With more than three decades of professional and administrative experience, Olajuyin is poised to reposition Ekiti for greater progress. His nomination marks a significant development in the lead‑up to the 2026 governorship election, as the Labour Party seeks to take over state leadership. As the campaign season unfolds, the people of Ekiti will watch closely, focusing on the candidates’ policies and visions for the state’s future.
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