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Written by Sam Nwaoko, Ado Ekiti Monday, 20 August 2012
Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, has lauded the efforts of Ekiti State governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, over development of the state, saying, Fayemi is, indeed, an agent of change, who should be supported and encouraged to do much more.
The former head of state, who said he was impressed by the massive infrastructural development of the state, particularly various roads and urban renewal projects, as well as huge investment in health and education sectors, urged Ekiti citizens to rally support for the governor so that he can take the state to a lofty height, making it the envy of others.
General Gowon, after a prayer session for the governor and the state at the Government House Chapel, on Sunday, urged Ekitis to support Governor Fayemi’s developmental efforts with prayers and also support him electorally, should he declare interest in seeking a second term in office.
He recalled that Fayemi was particularly prayed for at the “Nigeria Prays” programme in April 2007, when he contested the governorship position. He stated that, though it took three and a half years for the prayers to manifest , the plan of God to transform the state through him is gradually being fulfilled.
“I have read a lot about the development in health and education sectors, and I have seen quite a number of roads at various levels of construction going on in different parts of Ekiti. I have also seen quite a number of buildings, which have been built since my last visit here.
I am certain there have been a lot of development and progress in the state under Governor Fayemi-led administration.
“I must congratulate the people of Ekiti for giving him the needed support to achieve all he has achieved. And I urge them to give him more support so that he can do more,” Gowon said.
Speaking on the spate of insecurity in the country, Gowon urged Nigerians, especially Christians, not to be carried away by worries of the ugly trend, but intensify their prayers till the country witnesses peace and tranquility.
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