PROF. DAYO FADUYILE, SENATOR-ELECT, ONDO SOUTH, DELIVERS APPRECIATION SPEECH AFTER VICTORY
Ondo South, Nigeria — June 21, 2026
The Senator-elect for Ondo South Senatorial District, Prof. Dayo Faduyile, OON, has expressed gratitude to political leaders, party stakeholders, traditional rulers, family members, and constituents following his electoral victory, dedicating the mandate to God and the people of the district.
In a heartfelt appreciation message delivered shortly after his emergence, Prof. Faduyile described his victory as a collective achievement driven by widespread support across all communities in Ondo South, stressing that the mandate belongs to the people rather than any individual.
He commended the leadership of the state and party structure, particularly acknowledging the support of the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, whom he praised for his leadership and guidance throughout the political process.
He also extended appreciation to key stakeholders including former Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, the APC State Chairman, Hon. Babatunde Kolawole (Amaechi), the APC Senatorial Chairman, Hon. Bode Ikulala, and members of the campaign council led by Pastor Femi Agagu.
According to him, the victory reflects the collective efforts of party leaders, local government chairmen, political stakeholders, youth groups, women, and community leaders across the senatorial district.
Prof. Faduyile also paid tribute to traditional rulers across Ondo South, describing them as custodians of culture and stability whose prayers and guidance played a vital role in the success of the campaign.
“This victory is not mine, it belongs to you, the people… every community, every ward, every unit, every youth, every woman, every elder who believed that a new direction is possible,” he said.
He extended an olive branch to his fellow contestants, calling for unity and collaboration beyond the election period, noting that “elections are temporary, but the development of Ondo South is permanent.”
“We may have competed, but now we must collaborate. Our district is bigger than any individual ambition,” he added.
Reaffirming his commitment to effective representation, the Senator-elect pledged to prioritize the needs of the district at the Senate, promising to work closely with legislative leadership to attract development projects and initiatives to Ondo South.
“I will serve you every single day of this mandate with all my strength, all my experience, and all my heart. I am ready to hit the ground running,” he assured.
He further pledged not to take the confidence of the electorate for granted, emphasizing that his administration would focus on unity, progress, and sustainable development across the senatorial district.
The statement concluded with renewed optimism for the future of Ondo South, as he called for collective effort in building a stronger and more prosperous region.
“Oro wa ti Dayo indeed!,” he declared.
🖊️Babatunde KUYE