Oluyede explains withdrawal of tribunal case after Ekiti election
Dr Wole Oluyede, the Peoples Democratic Party candidate in the June 20 Ekiti State governorship election, has revealed why he withdrew his petition challenging the poll’s outcome. He said his decision was based on statesmanship and the broader national interest. Oluyede also declared support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, emphasizing the importance of grassroots mobilisation. He denied receiving any financial inducement for withdrawing his case.
Key takeaways
- Oluyede withdrew his tribunal petition after “extensive consultations and personal reflection,” citing national interest and statesmanship.
- He stressed that the June 20, 2026 election exposed issues in voter participation, grassroots mobilisation, and political loyalty.
- The Independent National Electoral Commission declared Governor Biodun Oyebanji winner with 319,224 votes, while Oluyede came second with 40,543 votes.
- Oluyede denied allegations of financial settlement following a visit by Oyebanji and Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, stating the meeting was about reconciliation and the welfare of detained supporters.
- He urged political actors to learn from the 2026 election and start preparations early for the 2027 general elections, warning that past results should not be assumed to repeat.
