Former acting governor of Ekiti State, Tunji Odeyemi, has been elected as the new chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the state.
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The congress took place in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, with delegates and party stakeholders from all 16 local government areas in attendance. Security agencies were also present to monitor the exercise.
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Odeyemi secured 936 votes to defeat his opponent, Sunday Olowolafe, a former state legal officer of the party, who polled 290 votes.
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In his acceptance speech, Odeyemi thanked party leaders and delegates for their support, promising not to betray the trust placed in him. He praised other contestants for their role in strengthening the party and called for unity among members.
He said his leadership would focus on rebuilding the PDP ahead of the 2026 governorship election, stressing that the party must reclaim its place as the voice of the people and an alternative for governance in the state.
Odeyemi pledged to strengthen grassroots structures, promote youth and women participation, and ensure internal democracy. He assured members that his leadership would be guided by fairness, inclusiveness, and transparency.
He urged party members to put aside past divisions and work together to return the PDP to Government House, Ado-Ekiti, with a vision to restore prosperity and hope to the people of the state.
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