Ekiti Decides 2026: Governor Oyebanji and Oluyede Among 14 Candidates in Gubernatorial Race

Over one million voters in Ekiti are set to participate in the upcoming gubernatorial election, featuring a contest between Governor Oyebanji, Oluyede, and twelve other candidates. The election will take place across 2,445 polling units spread throughout the 177 wards of the 16 Local Government Areas in the southwestern state. This electoral battle is expected to be closely watched as voters decide the future leadership of Ekiti. The high number of candidates indicates a diverse political landscape and a competitive race for the governorship. Live updates will provide real-time information on the election's progress.

Gubernatorial elections are critical events that shape the political and administrative direction of a state.