Nigeria, June 21 -- The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State on his re-election, describing his victory in Saturday's governorship election as a clear endorsement of his administration's performance and development agenda.

The party said the outcome of the election demonstrated the confidence of Ekiti residents in Mr Oyebanji's leadership, people-oriented policies, and commitment to the development of the state.

In a statement issued on Sunday by the APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the party said the governor's victory was historic. Besides, Morka said, "Mr Oyebanji's victory is epic as he becomes the first incumbent governor to win re-election in the state's contempora...