Fayemi Felicitates With Ekiti People on New Year’s Day, charges them to Avoid Politics of Bitterness
Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi has
felicitated with the people of Ekiti State and has charged them to avoid
politics of bitterness as the electioneering season approaches.
felicitated with the people of Ekiti State and has charged them to avoid
politics of bitterness as the electioneering season approaches.
Fayemi
made this charge today, Tuesday January 1, 2019, while delivering his
New Year Speech to the people on the State’s Radio and Television
stations, (EKTV & Ekiti FM).
made this charge today, Tuesday January 1, 2019, while delivering his
New Year Speech to the people on the State’s Radio and Television
stations, (EKTV & Ekiti FM).
In
his speech, he felicitated with the people for witnessing yet another
year, and said the year, “promises to be symbolic in all the facets of
our lives, particularly in our quest, an an administration, to restore
our values and dignity as a people”.
his speech, he felicitated with the people for witnessing yet another
year, and said the year, “promises to be symbolic in all the facets of
our lives, particularly in our quest, an an administration, to restore
our values and dignity as a people”.
According
to Fayemi, “we are not where we ought to be at the moment, definitely
we are equally not where we used to be. We are, however, clear in our
vision of a better tomorrow, a tomorrow that all Ekiti-kete will be
proud of irrespective of religious background and political
affiliations. In spite of the challenges of the past year, the Holy
Book admonishes us to thank God in everything no matter what the
circumstances may be, be thankful and give thanks, for this is the will
of God.
to Fayemi, “we are not where we ought to be at the moment, definitely
we are equally not where we used to be. We are, however, clear in our
vision of a better tomorrow, a tomorrow that all Ekiti-kete will be
proud of irrespective of religious background and political
affiliations. In spite of the challenges of the past year, the Holy
Book admonishes us to thank God in everything no matter what the
circumstances may be, be thankful and give thanks, for this is the will
of God.
“Indeed, if we
count the blessings and gains of the past two (2) months of our
administration in the saddle, you will all agree with me that we are
already out of the dark tunnel into the glowing light of fast economic
recovery and speedy value restoration. This, indeed, is the least we can
do for Ekiti people for their belief, love and trust in our ability to
steer the course and put our State back on the path of prosperity,
honour and peace.
count the blessings and gains of the past two (2) months of our
administration in the saddle, you will all agree with me that we are
already out of the dark tunnel into the glowing light of fast economic
recovery and speedy value restoration. This, indeed, is the least we can
do for Ekiti people for their belief, love and trust in our ability to
steer the course and put our State back on the path of prosperity,
honour and peace.
“While
the path for a new beginning in Ekiti State was laid on July 14, 2018
when you freely elected me as your Governor, the manifestation of the
restoration unfolded in earnest on the 16th of October 2018. There were
wounds to be healed, frayed nerves to be calmed and dashed hopes to be
raised. It was, therefore, inevitable for us to immediately hit the
ground running. And we have, since, continued to soldier on carefully,
but fearlessly and meticulously too, confronting our developmental
challenges head-on.
the path for a new beginning in Ekiti State was laid on July 14, 2018
when you freely elected me as your Governor, the manifestation of the
restoration unfolded in earnest on the 16th of October 2018. There were
wounds to be healed, frayed nerves to be calmed and dashed hopes to be
raised. It was, therefore, inevitable for us to immediately hit the
ground running. And we have, since, continued to soldier on carefully,
but fearlessly and meticulously too, confronting our developmental
challenges head-on.
“Of
course, there are many issues, sectors, projects and citizens’
expectations desiring urgent attention. The intolerance, decadence, rot,
abandonment, hopelessness and misplaced priority that pervaded Ekiti
land in the past four years has inevitably increased the thirst of
Ekiti-kete for good governance and the dawn of good tidings.
course, there are many issues, sectors, projects and citizens’
expectations desiring urgent attention. The intolerance, decadence, rot,
abandonment, hopelessness and misplaced priority that pervaded Ekiti
land in the past four years has inevitably increased the thirst of
Ekiti-kete for good governance and the dawn of good tidings.
“While
the past four-year was everything but desirable for Ekiti-kete, we owe a
duty to ourselves to move on. According to Stephen Richards, “The true
measure of success is how many times you can bounce back from failure.”
In reaction to the dictate of the time, as a new government brimming
with the burning desire to expediently turn the tide, albeit positively,
we have mapped out various short, medium and long term interventions to
bring succour to our people and restore lost values and dignity.
the past four-year was everything but desirable for Ekiti-kete, we owe a
duty to ourselves to move on. According to Stephen Richards, “The true
measure of success is how many times you can bounce back from failure.”
In reaction to the dictate of the time, as a new government brimming
with the burning desire to expediently turn the tide, albeit positively,
we have mapped out various short, medium and long term interventions to
bring succour to our people and restore lost values and dignity.
“We
held meetings with every sector and stakeholders involved in the Ekiti
project, signed five Executive Orders, declared free education which
culminated in the eradication of payment of all levies both at the
primary and secondary school levels, including payment of fees for the
14,000 pupils that will take WAEC examination in 2019, constituted four
visitation panels for stocktaking of major institutions and agencies,
visited and assessed the damage done to the multi billion naira
abandoned projects that litter Ekiti State.
held meetings with every sector and stakeholders involved in the Ekiti
project, signed five Executive Orders, declared free education which
culminated in the eradication of payment of all levies both at the
primary and secondary school levels, including payment of fees for the
14,000 pupils that will take WAEC examination in 2019, constituted four
visitation panels for stocktaking of major institutions and agencies,
visited and assessed the damage done to the multi billion naira
abandoned projects that litter Ekiti State.
“It
delights me to inform you that the various visitation panels submitted
their reports two weeks ago and we have set in motion, processes that
would aid speedy implementation of the recommendations arising from the
findings of the panels.
delights me to inform you that the various visitation panels submitted
their reports two weeks ago and we have set in motion, processes that
would aid speedy implementation of the recommendations arising from the
findings of the panels.
“To
the glory of God, you are listening to my address today on the
Broadcasting Service of Ekiti State (BSES). You will recall that BSES
was shut in July 2018 by the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission due to
flagrant violation of broadcasting regulations on the part of the
handlers of the institution. The station was reopened after our
intervention and commitment to the National Broadcasting Commission
(NBS) to uphold the ethics of the broadcast industry.
the glory of God, you are listening to my address today on the
Broadcasting Service of Ekiti State (BSES). You will recall that BSES
was shut in July 2018 by the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission due to
flagrant violation of broadcasting regulations on the part of the
handlers of the institution. The station was reopened after our
intervention and commitment to the National Broadcasting Commission
(NBS) to uphold the ethics of the broadcast industry.
“We
have also commenced extensive work on examining the state of
government’s finances with a view to ascertaining the true picture of
what we met on ground. The true picture of the State’s finance will be
made known soon. More importantly, we have taken adequate measure to
stabilize the ship of the state, and restore the confidence of all
stakeholders in Ekiti State project.
have also commenced extensive work on examining the state of
government’s finances with a view to ascertaining the true picture of
what we met on ground. The true picture of the State’s finance will be
made known soon. More importantly, we have taken adequate measure to
stabilize the ship of the state, and restore the confidence of all
stakeholders in Ekiti State project.
“We
have also met and shared our vision of a business friendly state with
the hierarchy of corporate organizations, multinationals and development
agencies and the reception has been quite impressive. May I
unequivocally inform you that some corporate organizations and donor
agencies that fled the state at the height of its misrule and
suffocating business environment of the past have not only started to
return, but have also pledged increased investments and interventions in
critical areas.
have also met and shared our vision of a business friendly state with
the hierarchy of corporate organizations, multinationals and development
agencies and the reception has been quite impressive. May I
unequivocally inform you that some corporate organizations and donor
agencies that fled the state at the height of its misrule and
suffocating business environment of the past have not only started to
return, but have also pledged increased investments and interventions in
critical areas.
“Just
four days ago, I flagged off the Ero Dam treatment plant, rehabilitation
and replacement of transmission main pipelines. You can be assured that
with the huge resources we have committed to the water sector, the
project beneficiaries in the nine (9) Local Government Areas of Ero Dam
coverage will soon heave a huge sigh of relief, when uninterrupted
potable water is made available to them. Equally, the rehabilitation of
Egbe Dam is continuing apace and upon completion, should meet 85% of our
water requirement in the State together with Ero Dam. Our small
treatment plants in Efon-Alaye, Erinjinyan, Okemesi/Ido-Ile, Igbara-Odo
and Ipole-Iloro should provide the remaining 15% coverage when fully in
use.
four days ago, I flagged off the Ero Dam treatment plant, rehabilitation
and replacement of transmission main pipelines. You can be assured that
with the huge resources we have committed to the water sector, the
project beneficiaries in the nine (9) Local Government Areas of Ero Dam
coverage will soon heave a huge sigh of relief, when uninterrupted
potable water is made available to them. Equally, the rehabilitation of
Egbe Dam is continuing apace and upon completion, should meet 85% of our
water requirement in the State together with Ero Dam. Our small
treatment plants in Efon-Alaye, Erinjinyan, Okemesi/Ido-Ile, Igbara-Odo
and Ipole-Iloro should provide the remaining 15% coverage when fully in
use.
“As of today, many
abandoned projects are receiving attention. Electricity has been
restored to some areas that were in total blackout for almost four
years. Contractors have been mobilized to return to the sites to
complete roads or renovate many of the economically viable, but
abandoned projects. I am glad to inform you also that all the ongoing
projects of my predecessor are also receiving attention. There will be
no abandonment of project on my watch.
abandoned projects are receiving attention. Electricity has been
restored to some areas that were in total blackout for almost four
years. Contractors have been mobilized to return to the sites to
complete roads or renovate many of the economically viable, but
abandoned projects. I am glad to inform you also that all the ongoing
projects of my predecessor are also receiving attention. There will be
no abandonment of project on my watch.
“In
our quest to restore Ekiti State to its rightful place in the comity of
States, I presented the 2019 Budget of Restoration to the House of
Assembly nine days ago. The budget was tailored to meet your yearnings
and expectations, and above all to speedily fill up the infrastructural
gap that was created during the past four years of socio-economic and
political wilderness.
our quest to restore Ekiti State to its rightful place in the comity of
States, I presented the 2019 Budget of Restoration to the House of
Assembly nine days ago. The budget was tailored to meet your yearnings
and expectations, and above all to speedily fill up the infrastructural
gap that was created during the past four years of socio-economic and
political wilderness.
“The
year 2019 promises to be a better and eventful year for Ekiti State and
Ekiti-kete, because the judicious implementation of our Budget of
Restoration will not only bring succour to Ekiti-kete, but it will also
restore our values and dignity as a people.
year 2019 promises to be a better and eventful year for Ekiti State and
Ekiti-kete, because the judicious implementation of our Budget of
Restoration will not only bring succour to Ekiti-kete, but it will also
restore our values and dignity as a people.
“We
started on the right and solid footing. Ekiti state has returned back
to life. Positive things are happening, salaries and pensions are being
paid without delays, abandoned utilities are getting priority attention,
peace is restored while the security architecture is being reconfigured
to meet our expectations. Our people are happier and hopeful, unity of
purpose is strengthened and things are shaping up gradually.
started on the right and solid footing. Ekiti state has returned back
to life. Positive things are happening, salaries and pensions are being
paid without delays, abandoned utilities are getting priority attention,
peace is restored while the security architecture is being reconfigured
to meet our expectations. Our people are happier and hopeful, unity of
purpose is strengthened and things are shaping up gradually.
“As
a responsive Government, we are determined to improve the lives of our
people and deliver on our promises. We are guided by the 4-point
cardinal programmes of this administration, which are Social
Investments, Knowledge Economy, Infrastructure and Industrial
Development, and Agriculture and Rural Development. We are poised to
restore the lost glory of Ekiti State and return it to its rightful
place in the comity of States.
a responsive Government, we are determined to improve the lives of our
people and deliver on our promises. We are guided by the 4-point
cardinal programmes of this administration, which are Social
Investments, Knowledge Economy, Infrastructure and Industrial
Development, and Agriculture and Rural Development. We are poised to
restore the lost glory of Ekiti State and return it to its rightful
place in the comity of States.
“Ekiti
State was one of the states rated with the best “Ease of Doing
Business” in Nigeria by the World Bank during my first tenure between
2010 and 2014. Unfortunately we lost the status between 2015 and 2018
due to practices that were not in tandem with best business practices
the world over. The good news, however, is that, efforts are being made
now to regain the positive rating. The year 2019 must be used to right
most of these wrongs and with your unflinching support, we are poised to
push it through”.
State was one of the states rated with the best “Ease of Doing
Business” in Nigeria by the World Bank during my first tenure between
2010 and 2014. Unfortunately we lost the status between 2015 and 2018
due to practices that were not in tandem with best business practices
the world over. The good news, however, is that, efforts are being made
now to regain the positive rating. The year 2019 must be used to right
most of these wrongs and with your unflinching support, we are poised to
push it through”.
Meanwhile,
he used the medium to urge Ekiti people to embrace peace as the
electioneering season sets in. He said, “As the electioneering season
approaches, we must play by the rules and avoid politics of bitterness.
Such must be avoided at all costs if we are to live in harmony.
Political discourse should be civil with decorum and in a constitutional
manner. We should learn from the lessons of the election conducted in
Ekiti State last year and draw encouragement from its’ outcomes which
were adjudged to be free and fair, and violence free without any loss of
lives”.
he used the medium to urge Ekiti people to embrace peace as the
electioneering season sets in. He said, “As the electioneering season
approaches, we must play by the rules and avoid politics of bitterness.
Such must be avoided at all costs if we are to live in harmony.
Political discourse should be civil with decorum and in a constitutional
manner. We should learn from the lessons of the election conducted in
Ekiti State last year and draw encouragement from its’ outcomes which
were adjudged to be free and fair, and violence free without any loss of
lives”.
Full Text Of The Speech Below
Text of the
2019 NEW YEAR SPEECH
by
His Excellency
Dr. Kayode Fayemi, CON
Governor, Ekiti State, Nigeria
Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Tuesday; January 1, 2019
1. Ekiti
kete, I am delighted to join you this morning to celebrate the joy of
the new season. The Year 2019, which we are all witnesses to, promises
to be symbolic in all the facets of our lives, particularly in our
quest, as an administration, to restore our values and dignity as a
people.
kete, I am delighted to join you this morning to celebrate the joy of
the new season. The Year 2019, which we are all witnesses to, promises
to be symbolic in all the facets of our lives, particularly in our
quest, as an administration, to restore our values and dignity as a
people.
2. It
gives me great pleasure to joyfully welcome you to this new dawn.
Indeed, this is the dawn of a new era for our State and our people. We
have every reason to thank God for what He has done for us as a State
and people.
gives me great pleasure to joyfully welcome you to this new dawn.
Indeed, this is the dawn of a new era for our State and our people. We
have every reason to thank God for what He has done for us as a State
and people.
3. Though
we are not where we ought to be at the moment, definitely we are
equally not where we used to be. We are, however, clear in our vision of
a better tomorrow, a tomorrow that all Ekiti-kete will be proud of
irrespective of religious background and political affiliations. In
spite of the challenges of the past year, the Holy Book admonishes us to
thank God in everything no matter what the circumstances may be, be
thankful and give thanks, for this is the will of God.
we are not where we ought to be at the moment, definitely we are
equally not where we used to be. We are, however, clear in our vision of
a better tomorrow, a tomorrow that all Ekiti-kete will be proud of
irrespective of religious background and political affiliations. In
spite of the challenges of the past year, the Holy Book admonishes us to
thank God in everything no matter what the circumstances may be, be
thankful and give thanks, for this is the will of God.
4. Indeed,
if we count the blessings and gains of the past two (2) months of our
administration in the saddle, you will all agree with me that we are
already out of the dark tunnel into the glowing light of fast economic
recovery and speedy value restoration. This, indeed, is the least we can
do for Ekiti people for their belief, love and trust in our ability to
steer the course and put our State back on the path of prosperity,
honour and peace.
if we count the blessings and gains of the past two (2) months of our
administration in the saddle, you will all agree with me that we are
already out of the dark tunnel into the glowing light of fast economic
recovery and speedy value restoration. This, indeed, is the least we can
do for Ekiti people for their belief, love and trust in our ability to
steer the course and put our State back on the path of prosperity,
honour and peace.
5. While
the path for a new beginning in Ekiti State was laid on July 14, 2018
when you freely elected me as your Governor, the manifestation of the
restoration unfolded in earnest on the 16th of October 2018. There were
wounds to be healed, frayed nerves to be calmed and dashed hopes to be
raised. It was, therefore, inevitable for us to immediately hit the
ground running. And we have, since, continued to soldier on carefully,
but fearlessly and meticulously too, confronting our developmental
challenges head-on.
the path for a new beginning in Ekiti State was laid on July 14, 2018
when you freely elected me as your Governor, the manifestation of the
restoration unfolded in earnest on the 16th of October 2018. There were
wounds to be healed, frayed nerves to be calmed and dashed hopes to be
raised. It was, therefore, inevitable for us to immediately hit the
ground running. And we have, since, continued to soldier on carefully,
but fearlessly and meticulously too, confronting our developmental
challenges head-on.
6. Of
course, there are many issues, sectors, projects and citizens’
expectations desiring urgent attention. The intolerance, decadence, rot,
abandonment, hopelessness and misplaced priority that pervaded Ekiti
land in the past four years has inevitably increased the thirst of
Ekiti-kete for good governance and the dawn of good tidings.
course, there are many issues, sectors, projects and citizens’
expectations desiring urgent attention. The intolerance, decadence, rot,
abandonment, hopelessness and misplaced priority that pervaded Ekiti
land in the past four years has inevitably increased the thirst of
Ekiti-kete for good governance and the dawn of good tidings.
7. While
the past four-year was everything but desirable for Ekiti-kete, we owe a
duty to ourselves to move on. According to Stephen Richards, “The true
measure of success is how many times you can bounce back from failure.”
In reaction to the dictate of the time, as a new government brimming
with the burning desire to expediently turn the tide, albeit positively,
we have mapped out various short, medium and long term interventions to
bring succour to our people and restore lost values and dignity.
the past four-year was everything but desirable for Ekiti-kete, we owe a
duty to ourselves to move on. According to Stephen Richards, “The true
measure of success is how many times you can bounce back from failure.”
In reaction to the dictate of the time, as a new government brimming
with the burning desire to expediently turn the tide, albeit positively,
we have mapped out various short, medium and long term interventions to
bring succour to our people and restore lost values and dignity.
8. We
held meetings with every sector and stakeholders involved in the Ekiti
project, signed five Executive Orders, declared free education which
culminated in the eradication of payment of all levies both at the
primary and secondary school levels, including payment of fees for the
14,000 pupils that will take WAEC examination in 2019, constituted four
visitation panels for stocktaking of major institutions and agencies,
visited and assessed the damage done to the multi billion naira
abandoned projects that litter Ekiti State.
held meetings with every sector and stakeholders involved in the Ekiti
project, signed five Executive Orders, declared free education which
culminated in the eradication of payment of all levies both at the
primary and secondary school levels, including payment of fees for the
14,000 pupils that will take WAEC examination in 2019, constituted four
visitation panels for stocktaking of major institutions and agencies,
visited and assessed the damage done to the multi billion naira
abandoned projects that litter Ekiti State.
9. It
delights me to inform you that the various visitation panels submitted
their reports two weeks ago and we have set in motion, processes that
would aid speedy implementation of the recommendations arising from the
findings of the panels.
delights me to inform you that the various visitation panels submitted
their reports two weeks ago and we have set in motion, processes that
would aid speedy implementation of the recommendations arising from the
findings of the panels.
10. To
the glory of God, you are listening to my address today on the
Broadcasting Service of Ekiti State (BSES). You will recall that BSES
was shut in July 2018 by the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission due to
flagrant violation of broadcasting regulations on the part of the
handlers of the institution. The station was reopened after our
intervention and commitment to the National Broadcasting Commission
(NBS) to uphold the ethics of the broadcast industry.
the glory of God, you are listening to my address today on the
Broadcasting Service of Ekiti State (BSES). You will recall that BSES
was shut in July 2018 by the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission due to
flagrant violation of broadcasting regulations on the part of the
handlers of the institution. The station was reopened after our
intervention and commitment to the National Broadcasting Commission
(NBS) to uphold the ethics of the broadcast industry.
11. We
have also commenced extensive work on examining the state of
government’s finances with a view to ascertaining the true picture of
what we met on ground. The true picture of the State’s finance will be
made known soon. More importantly, we have taken adequate measure to
stabilize the ship of the state, and restore the confidence of all
stakeholders in Ekiti State project.
have also commenced extensive work on examining the state of
government’s finances with a view to ascertaining the true picture of
what we met on ground. The true picture of the State’s finance will be
made known soon. More importantly, we have taken adequate measure to
stabilize the ship of the state, and restore the confidence of all
stakeholders in Ekiti State project.
12. We
have also met and shared our vision of a business friendly state with
the hierarchy of corporate organizations, multinationals and development
agencies and the reception has been quite impressive. May I
unequivocally inform you that some corporate organizations and donor
agencies that fled the state at the height of its misrule and
suffocating business environment of the past have not only started to
return, but have also pledged increased investments and interventions in
critical areas.
have also met and shared our vision of a business friendly state with
the hierarchy of corporate organizations, multinationals and development
agencies and the reception has been quite impressive. May I
unequivocally inform you that some corporate organizations and donor
agencies that fled the state at the height of its misrule and
suffocating business environment of the past have not only started to
return, but have also pledged increased investments and interventions in
critical areas.
13. Just
four days ago, I flagged off the Ero Dam treatment plant,
rehabilitation and replacement of transmission main pipelines. You can
be assured that with the huge resources we have committed to the water
sector, the project beneficiaries in the nine (9) Local Government Areas
of Ero Dam coverage will soon heave a huge sigh of relief, when
uninterrupted potable water is made available to them. Equally, the
rehabilitation of Egbe Dam is continuing apace and upon completion,
should meet 85% of our water requirement in the State together with Ero
Dam. Our small treatment plants in Efon-Alaye, Erinjinyan,
Okemesi/Ido-Ile, Igbara-Odo and Ipole-Iloro should provide the remaining
15% coverage when fully in use.
four days ago, I flagged off the Ero Dam treatment plant,
rehabilitation and replacement of transmission main pipelines. You can
be assured that with the huge resources we have committed to the water
sector, the project beneficiaries in the nine (9) Local Government Areas
of Ero Dam coverage will soon heave a huge sigh of relief, when
uninterrupted potable water is made available to them. Equally, the
rehabilitation of Egbe Dam is continuing apace and upon completion,
should meet 85% of our water requirement in the State together with Ero
Dam. Our small treatment plants in Efon-Alaye, Erinjinyan,
Okemesi/Ido-Ile, Igbara-Odo and Ipole-Iloro should provide the remaining
15% coverage when fully in use.
14. As
of today, many abandoned projects are receiving attention. Electricity
has been restored to some areas that were in total blackout for almost
four years. Contractors have been mobilized to return to the sites to
complete roads or renovate many of the economically viable, but
abandoned projects. I am glad to inform you also that all the ongoing
projects of my predecessor are also receiving attention. There will be
no abandonment of project on my watch.
of today, many abandoned projects are receiving attention. Electricity
has been restored to some areas that were in total blackout for almost
four years. Contractors have been mobilized to return to the sites to
complete roads or renovate many of the economically viable, but
abandoned projects. I am glad to inform you also that all the ongoing
projects of my predecessor are also receiving attention. There will be
no abandonment of project on my watch.
15. In
our quest to restore Ekiti State to its rightful place in the comity of
States, I presented the 2019 Budget of Restoration to the House of
Assembly nine days ago. The budget was tailored to meet your yearnings
and expectations, and above all to speedily fill up the infrastructural
gap that was created during the past four years of socio-economic and
political wilderness.
our quest to restore Ekiti State to its rightful place in the comity of
States, I presented the 2019 Budget of Restoration to the House of
Assembly nine days ago. The budget was tailored to meet your yearnings
and expectations, and above all to speedily fill up the infrastructural
gap that was created during the past four years of socio-economic and
political wilderness.
16. The
year 2019 promises to be a better and eventful year for Ekiti State and
Ekiti-kete, because the judicious implementation of our Budget of
Restoration will not only bring succour to Ekiti-kete, but it will also
restore our values and dignity as a people.
year 2019 promises to be a better and eventful year for Ekiti State and
Ekiti-kete, because the judicious implementation of our Budget of
Restoration will not only bring succour to Ekiti-kete, but it will also
restore our values and dignity as a people.
17. We
started on the right and solid footing. Ekiti state has returned back
to life. Positive things are happening, salaries and pensions are being
paid without delays, abandoned utilities are getting priority attention,
peace is restored while the security architecture is being reconfigured
to meet our expectations. Our people are happier and hopeful, unity of
purpose is strengthened and things are shaping up gradually.
started on the right and solid footing. Ekiti state has returned back
to life. Positive things are happening, salaries and pensions are being
paid without delays, abandoned utilities are getting priority attention,
peace is restored while the security architecture is being reconfigured
to meet our expectations. Our people are happier and hopeful, unity of
purpose is strengthened and things are shaping up gradually.
18. As
a responsive Government, we are determined to improve the lives of our
people and deliver on our promises. We are guided by the 4-point
cardinal programmes of this administration, which are Social
Investments, Knowledge Economy, Infrastructure and Industrial
Development, and Agriculture and Rural Development. We are poised to
restore the lost glory of Ekiti State and return it to its rightful
place in the comity of States.
a responsive Government, we are determined to improve the lives of our
people and deliver on our promises. We are guided by the 4-point
cardinal programmes of this administration, which are Social
Investments, Knowledge Economy, Infrastructure and Industrial
Development, and Agriculture and Rural Development. We are poised to
restore the lost glory of Ekiti State and return it to its rightful
place in the comity of States.
19. Ekiti
State was one of the states rated with the best “Ease of Doing
Business” in Nigeria by the World Bank during my first tenure between
2010 and 2014. Unfortunately we lost the status between 2015 and 2018
due to practices that were not in tandem with best business practices
the world over. The good news, however, is that, efforts are being made
now to regain the positive rating. The year 2019 must be used to right
most of these wrongs and with your unflinching support, we are poised to
push it through.
State was one of the states rated with the best “Ease of Doing
Business” in Nigeria by the World Bank during my first tenure between
2010 and 2014. Unfortunately we lost the status between 2015 and 2018
due to practices that were not in tandem with best business practices
the world over. The good news, however, is that, efforts are being made
now to regain the positive rating. The year 2019 must be used to right
most of these wrongs and with your unflinching support, we are poised to
push it through.
20. As
the electioneering season approaches, we must play by the rules and
avoid politics of bitterness. Such must be avoided at all costs if we
are to live in harmony. Political discourse should be civil with decorum
and in a constitutional manner. We should learn from the lessons of the
election conducted in Ekiti State last year and draw encouragement from
its’ outcomes which were adjudged to be free and fair, and violence
free without any loss of lives.
the electioneering season approaches, we must play by the rules and
avoid politics of bitterness. Such must be avoided at all costs if we
are to live in harmony. Political discourse should be civil with decorum
and in a constitutional manner. We should learn from the lessons of the
election conducted in Ekiti State last year and draw encouragement from
its’ outcomes which were adjudged to be free and fair, and violence
free without any loss of lives.
21. As
I conclude this address, let me reassure Ekiti-kete for the umpteenth
time that my coming back to Office is not by accident; you are,
undoubtedly, the instruments through which this divine mandate was given
to us, and I promise to deliver the dividends of democracy for the
benefit of all. It is on this note, therefore, that I assure that I am
back as a healing balm on a painful wound.
I conclude this address, let me reassure Ekiti-kete for the umpteenth
time that my coming back to Office is not by accident; you are,
undoubtedly, the instruments through which this divine mandate was given
to us, and I promise to deliver the dividends of democracy for the
benefit of all. It is on this note, therefore, that I assure that I am
back as a healing balm on a painful wound.
22. Finally
let me again express my heartfelt thanks to Ekiti-kete for your prayers
and support, thus far. I am grateful to all residents and well-wishers
of Ekiti State for your show of love and unwavering belief in the
capacity of my administration to herald a new dawn in our land of
honour. I draw my strength from this and it shall continue to nudge me
on the path of truth and fairness in the service of our people.
let me again express my heartfelt thanks to Ekiti-kete for your prayers
and support, thus far. I am grateful to all residents and well-wishers
of Ekiti State for your show of love and unwavering belief in the
capacity of my administration to herald a new dawn in our land of
honour. I draw my strength from this and it shall continue to nudge me
on the path of truth and fairness in the service of our people.
23. I wish you all a Happy and prosperous New Year.
24. Ashe yi, shamodun o, Ekiti a gbe kete ra o!
Dr. KayodeFayemi, CON
Governor, Ekiti State, Nigeria
Ado-Ekiti Tuesday; January 1, 2019
