…hails President Tinubu’s reforms for boosting state development.
Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji bagged the Silverbird Man of the Year Awards, in recognition of his remarkable achievements and outstanding contributions to national development.
The colorful event was held at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos State on Sunday.
Governor Oyebanji, who was accompanied to the stage to receive the award by all former Governors of the state – Otunba Niyi Adebayo, Dr Ayodele Fayose, Engr Segun Oni, and Dr kayode Fayemi; the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, and other eminent personalities from Ekiti State.
While expressing his gratitude to the founder and management of Silverbird groups for nominating him and Nigerians for voting for him, the Governor said the award serves as both recognition and a challenge to do more in delivering quality leadership and impactful policies.
He praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his transformative reforms and policies, saying they have empowered the sub-national governments to implement impactful development projects.
He said he remained committed to continuing his efforts in transforming the state and improving the lives of the citizens.
“Today’s award is about the people, some of them are here with me, some in Ekiti State, some in the Diaspora, friends of our government that have stood by us, chief among them are the former Governors, Senate Leader, National and State Assembly members, Exco members and our corporate friends that have been supporting us to deliver on out promises to Ekiti people, this award goes to you..
“To the Silverbird Group, we are not unmindful of the responsibility this award imposes on us and I promise you that I am going to be a good ambassador of the brand and sharing this podium today with great men that have won this award before us, I can assure you that I will not let you down.
“The award I receive today is dedicated to God Almighty and also to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Ahmed Tinubu whose policies free resources to sub-nationals to implement their programmes and we are extremely grateful”, Governor said.
