The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has felicitated with a former Governor of Ekiti, Chief Ayodele Fayose, as he attained the age of 60 years.
In a statement on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, the party described Fayose as a courageous statesman who had over the years demonstrated an uncommon commitment and zeal towards the unity, stability and development Nigeria.
The party further noted that the former governor had equally demonstrated an uncommon commitment and zeal in fighting for the rights, liberty and welfare of the common man, pointing out that this was in line with the manifesto and ideals of the party.
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The statement added: “Unarguably, Chief Fayose is a fearless and very forthright leader whose outspokenness for justice, equality and fairness is well known.
“Indeed, Osokomole’s (Fayose’s) sense of duty, particularly during his tenure as Governor of Ekiti State, where his exceptional transparency, accessibility, humility in service and love for his people propelled him to deliver an unprecedented development of Ekiti State.”
According to the PDP, Ekiti witnessed an unprecedented development in all spheres when Fayose was the helmsman.
The PDP prayed God to grant many more years to Fayose to continue in his statesmanship and selfless service to Nigeria and humanity.