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The Iba of Kisi, Oba Moshood Oyekola Lawal, has given royal blessings to governorship aspirant on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr Yunus Akintunde.
The monarch commended Akintunde for his performance in office as Commissioner for works in the state.
Speaking, the Oyo-born politician promised not to neglect any part of the state if elected governor in 2019.
A statement issued by his media office quoted Akintunde as saying: “My many years in government and educational attainment have afforded me opportunity to know some things, especially how government works. I am not here to boast Kabiyesi. I know what we lack as a people. I want to tell you that we will not fail sir. The core areas of our programmes are agricultureng , health, education, youth employment, security of lives and others. We have our blueprints already. And we will soon roll them out immediately after our party primaries.”
Oba Lawal described Akintunde as one of his beloved sons, adding that he has no doubt as to his capacity to deliver if he emerges governor.
The monarch explained that “apart from the fact that he has been around in the political scene for long, he has done many things that amazed me. He is fit and qualified to govern this state.”
While in Kisi, the ADC governorship aspirant also met with party chieftains and stakeholders in the five government areas in Ogbomosoland. He later visited party members at Oorelope local government.