ZLP Candidate Victor Adetunji Withdraws, Endorses Oyebanji Ahead of Ekiti 2026 Election
ZLP Candidate Victor Adetunji Withdraws, Endorses Oyebanji Ahead of Ekiti 2026 Election
As political realignments continue ahead of the Ekiti State governorship election, the candidate of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), Victor Adetunji, has officially withdrawn from the race and declared support for the re-election bid of Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Adetunji announced his decision less than 48 hours before the governorship election, stating that his withdrawal was guided by what he described as the need to place the overall development and progress of Ekiti State above personal political ambition. He urged his supporters and party members across the state to rally behind Governor Oyebanji in the interest of continuity and stability.
According to the former ZLP candidate, the current administration has demonstrated commitment to infrastructure development, economic growth, social welfare, and inclusive governance. He noted that sustaining ongoing projects and development initiatives would be beneficial to the people of Ekiti State.
The endorsement represents another boost for Governor Oyebanji’s re-election campaign, coming at a crucial stage of the electoral process. Political observers believe the withdrawal could further consolidate support for the incumbent governor as voters prepare to head to the polls.
Oyebanji, who is seeking a second term in office, has continued to receive endorsements from political stakeholders, community leaders, and candidates from smaller political parties who have cited his administration’s performance and developmental achievements as reasons for their support.
With the election drawing closer, analysts say the latest endorsement underscores the evolving political dynamics in Ekiti State and could have implications for voter mobilization across various constituencies. The governorship contest remains one of the most closely watched off-cycle elections in Nigeria, with political parties intensifying efforts to secure support ahead of the vote.
