‘Omotoso’s Death Shocking, Devasting’ – Governor Oyebanji

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has expressed his shock and condolences following the passing of the state Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barrister Paul Omotoso, on Tuesday night.

This was contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, on Wednesday in Ado-Ekiti.

Governor Oyebanji expressed his shock and devastation upon learning of the party chairman’s passing, noting that during their last meeting, the chairman did not exhibit any signs of illness.

The Governor, still grappling with the loss of the APC chairman, described Omotoso as a dependable brother and ally.

He emphasized Omotoso’s immense value to both the APC family and the government, portraying him as an invaluable asset.

According to the governor, Omotoso would be eternally remembered as the first party chairman in the state to achieve a back-to-back victory for a party in the political history of Ekiti State.

Governor Oyebanji said the deceased’s selflessness and sacrifices contributed to the internal cohesion which made the Ekiti APC an unstoppable election winning machine in local government, state and national elections conducted during his chairmanship.

This, he said, was made possible by Omotoso’s administrative acumen, diligence, maturity, managerial and diplomatic skills as well as conflict resolution ingenuity which he deployed in managing the affairs of the party and its teeming members.

The Governor noted that Omotoso was a man of impact endowed with wisdom which he brought to bear in party and state matters as he was always ready to offer his wise counsel at critical points when such was needed.

The state helmsman noted that Omotoso excelled in the previous public offices he held including Special Adviser on Legal Matters, Special Adviser on Political Matters, Commissioner for Environment and Commissioner for Special Duties.

Governor Oyebanji added that the deceased’s stellar performance as the APC State Secretary contributed immensely to his emergence as the State Chairman for two terms noting that these speak volumes about his loyalty, commitment, integrity and competence.

“We have lost a dependable pillar in Ekiti development and partner in our development effort as a government. We have lost a great leader, a peacemaker, a humble servant of the people and an altruistic party Organiser.

“On behalf of the Government and the good people of the state, I express condolences to the immediate family of our late Chaman and the people of Imesi Ekiti and the entire members of APC.

“Our prayers and thoughts are with the family of the deceased. May God grant them and everyone of us the fortitude to bear this great loss.And may God grant our dear departed brother eternal rest”, the statement added.