The Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye, has described former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. John Kayode Fayemi (JKF), as a serial achiever of monumental proportions at 60.
The helmsman of the state parliament, in a press statement to commemorate the significant birthday celebration, classified Fayemi as a noble actor whose political trajectory resonates with value, impact, influence, and resilience.
The Ekiti Speaker acknowledged the value JKF has added to politics in Ekiti State, noting that he has done much in entrenching enduring legacies, empowering people, and providing leadership in various capacities.
“Dr. Fayemi is an enigmatic and charismatic leader whose works and visions transcend momentary considerations or disposable benefits. He’s a profound scholar and an intellectual investor of productive ideas, as his great works will continue to produce great results in the long term,” the Ekiti Speaker noted.
Rt. Hon. Aribasoye said it was noteworthy that Dr. Fayemi, as a record-maker and record-breaker, ensured his administration was succeeded by another distinguished product of the All Progressives Congress, Biodun Oyebanji, as Governor—the first of such a manner of succession in the history of Ekiti State.
“You’re a veteran in politics and a force to reckon with in the Ekiti and Nigerian political space. What you’ve gifted Ekiti State in the person of your successor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, is a diamond to cherish.”
Aribasoye applauded JKF for impacting society as an activist and later as a politician, adding that he has aided the journey of many into elevated climes in addition to his unmatched legacies.
“No doubt, you’re an institution, a Colossus worthy of study and emulation, a leader and a ladder through whom many have risen to stardom and political prominence.
“You’re a blessing to this generation, a box of knowledge, a factory of ideas, and a marketable brand who is sought after even outside the shores of Nigeria for knowledge sharing and impartation.”
He prayed that God would grant Fayemi more enablement to discharge the quality in him for the benefit of the country and mankind in general.
” Your Excellency , as you open the chapter of sixty in the book of your life, I wish you all the best as your mentee and disciple. Aligning with the JKF school of thought has been politically stimulating, and I pray God will sustain and elevate you to more towering heights in the years ahead,” Aribasoye added.
Babajide Agbeyo
Special Adviser (Media) to the Speaker, Ekiti State House of Assembly