Ayodele Fayose
Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), has congratulated Ayodele Fayose, former governor of Ekiti, on his 65th birthday.
Wike described Fayose as “a valuable friend and brother, who will never pretend about where he stands on issues”.
In a statement issued on Friday by Lere Olayinka, his media aide, the FCT minister said the former Ekiti governor is a reference point in politics and governance in Nigeria.
“From the deepest part of my heart, I congratulate you on the occasion of your 65th birthday, coming up on November 15th, 2025,” the statement reads.
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“That you have attained this age is no doubt a confirmation of the grace the Almighty God has bestowed on you and a challenge for more service to our country, Nigeria.
“No doubt, at 65, you have remained a reference point in politics and governance in Nigeria.
“You are such a valuable friend and brother, who will never pretend about where he stands on issues.
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“Ayodele, my younger brother, may you reach the age of your elder brother in good health, and may God continue to make your days on earth fruitful, with immeasurable blessings.
“To a dependable ally, whose yes is yes, and no is no, happy birthday.”
Born on November 15, 1960, Fayose served as the governor of Ekiti twice, between 2003 and 2006 and 2014 and 2018, on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He is one of the key allies of Wike.
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