The Northern Governors Forum has rejoiced with out going governor of Ekiti state and former Chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, Dr. Kayode Fayemi for a successful tenure and a record of achievements.
Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong in a statement said Governor Fayemi discharged his duties with passion, commitment and excellence during his tenure.
He said Fayemi carried out many people-oriented projects that impacted the citizens of Ekiti State and put the State on the path of progress.
He said that he assisted in ensuring a smooth transition with the emergence of Hon. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji who he hopes will carry on with the building process began by Fayemi.
Lalong also said the former Chairman of the Governors Forum took the body to a higher level by mobilising and galvanising all Governors irrespective of their party affiliations towards addressing the security, economic and political challenges of the nation.
He recalled among other things how Governor Fayemi worked assiduously with his colleagues to collaborate with the Federal Government in tackling the impact of Corona virus pandemic, global economic crisis, insurgency, and other national issues.
The Chairman also commended Governor Fayemi for also ensuring that State Governments partner with development agencies towards addressing health, education, empowerment and energy challenges among others for the benefit of their citizens.
While wishing him well in his future endeavours, Lalong assured him that the Northern Governors Forum will continue to leverage on his experience, wisdom and knowledge in working for the interest of its people and Nigerians at large.
Meanwhile, the Northern Governors Forum has congratulated the new Ekiti State Governor, Hon. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji as he assumes office, urging him to continue in the footsteps of his predecessor by pursuing practical development and also building bridges across the nation.
He assured him of the willingness of the Forum to collaborate with him.
