It was a night of celebration, unity, and pride for Ekiti State as top political figures and stakeholders converged at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja on Thursday to honour Senator Dayo Adeyeye. The occasion was held to mark his recent appointment as the Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), a significant national position seen as a win for Ekiti and the Southwest region.
The event brought together political heavyweights and notable sons of the state, including Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji; former Governor of Ekiti State, Segun Oni; Senator Opeyemi Bamidele; former Governor Ayo Fayose; and the man of the moment, Senator Dayo Adeyeye. Their collective presence underscored the unity and solidarity that has become increasingly important in the state’s political landscape.
Governor Oyebanji, in his remarks, commended Senator Adeyeye for his unwavering commitment to national development and his contributions to Ekiti State. He described the appointment as well-deserved and a testament to Adeyeye’s decades-long public service record. The governor also used the opportunity to call for more collaboration among Ekiti leaders, regardless of political affiliation, in pursuit of the state’s progress.
The atmosphere was charged with camaraderie, as attendees celebrated not just the honour bestowed upon Senator Adeyeye, but the broader idea of “One Ekiti” — a rallying call for unity among the people of the state. Former governors, senators, and other dignitaries took turns to praise Adeyeye, highlighting his experience, intellect, and patriotic zeal.
Senator Adeyeye, in his response, expressed deep gratitude for the show of support. He emphasized his readiness to serve diligently in his new role and pledged to use his position to attract development opportunities that will benefit not only the nation but also Ekiti State.
The gathering, which featured music, cultural displays, and goodwill messages, served as a symbolic moment of reconciliation and collective purpose for the state’s political class. It was a reminder that despite differences in party lines or past rivalries, the shared identity as Ekiti sons and daughters remains paramount.
