By Yemi Olajutemu
Ado Ekiti
Youth groups and organizations in Ekiti State including the Ekiti State Youth Parliament, Federation of EKiti State Students’s Union FESSU, Association of the Blind, Youth of Agbado Ekiti and the APC youth in Àgbàdo Ekiti have thrown their weight to back the appointment of Mr Ọlálékan Ijidale as part of the Appointment Committee set up by Governor Biodun Oyebanji.
The Appointment Committee is saddled with the responsibility of recommending credible personalities for the government; those who will be given appointment to serve in various capacities in the government.
Speaking differently to our correspondence, the Leaders of the various organizations lauded the Governor for the choice of Ijidale, an Agbado-Ekiti-born entrepreneur and politician, saying it was a round peg in round hole.
According to them, Governor Oyebanji had since inception of his tenure had shown the readiness to develop the innate ability , skill and and build leadership in the youth of the state by priotizing youth involvement in governance, hence the light of hope and assurance that the current political dispensation will favour the youth was beaming.
X-raying the personality of Ijidale, the Speaker, Ekiti State Youth Parliament, Mr Toba Fatunla said that the Governor Was keeping to his campaign promises of putting people with good pedigree in positions.
He said:
“It’s a privilege to have our own in that special committee more also that our representative is a credible one. Any government that want to succeed must give credence to youth development, we have the number and the strength and that is why I have emphasized that Oyebanji really mean business.
“This recognition is an indication that Oyebanji is heading for unprecedented success. I congratulate my brother, Hon. Ijidale and I am confident that he will represent us well.”
In the same vein, the Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Agbado-Ekiti, Mr Adebayo Oluwadare explained that Ijidale is one of the most distinguished youths in the community who had been a model and providing leadership through various community services, the reason they greeted the appointment with much excitement.
He boasted that Olalekan ijidale will not be found wanting in the new role as he is a man of fairness and justice; tested and trusted.
Leaning his voice, the Youth leader in Agbado community, Odesanmi Adeola charged Ijidale to justify the confidence reposed in him and make the community more proud of his leadership potentials.
Also, the National President, Federation of Ekiti State Students Union, FESSU, Abel Adewale Ajibade expressed the belief that Ijidale being a member of the appointment committee will ensure that more youths are given the opportunity to serve in the present government so as to use their energy to promote good governance.
Also, the Youth Leader, Association of the Blind, Segun Bolarinwa appealed to the committee to be truthful and ensure that they carry out the job with utmost diligence and sincerity
Other youths who spoke with our correspondent affirmed that Ijidale’s appointment was well deserved because he was committed to the vision of Oyebanji and understands the dream of the Governor.
Speaking with Pressmen, Ijidale who hailed the high sensitivity of the Governor, affirmed his resolve to do his best in the committee. He said was always preparing to serve the people.
“I’m humbled by the appointment and ready to do everything within my power to serve diligently so as to justify the confidence reposed in me.” Said Ijidale
He promised to continue to promote the interest of youths and work for all that concerns the development of Ekiti state while appreciating Governor Oyebanji for giving him the opportunity with a promise not to let him down.