Exposed! Isaac Fayose's Critique of Ekiti Government Fueled by Personal Vendetta, Failed Patronage Bid

Kayode Balogun 

"He who comes to equity must do so with clean hands." 

This doctrine don't seem to be put in consideration by a confirmed swindler and gigolo who have recently chosen to go round zuckerville  with a garb of decency and morality. 

Isaac Fayose, a mentally deranged person, is at it again, stirring public criticism of the Ekiti State government and positioning himself as a vocal opponent of Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s administration. But what lies beneath this performance? 

Far from being a public watchdog, Fayose’s record is marked by a litany of fraud allegations, calling into question his credibility and the integrity of those hailing him as a genuine critic.

In 2019, Isaac Fayose was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of a N17.6 million fraud, in which he allegedly defrauded one Joe Onyiuke under the pretense of leasing a property. According to the charges, Isaac Fayose collected millions by falsely claiming he had a legitimate deal to offer, a fact that casts a long shadow over his current complaints about transparency and governance.

Aside this, there are numerous allegations against this conman, but because of his status, as Former Governor's brother, these allegations have been surpressed. 

Icon Ayomide, a prominent voice on WhatsApp, captured the underlying motives in Fayose’s sudden opposition and wrote, “Those taking Isaac Fayose seriously are not in any way better than him. We all know Isaac is after government patronage, believing his family name alone entitles him to a seat at the table.” 

According to Ayomide, Fayose has followed a calculated series of moves, from distancing himself from his brother, Ayo Fayose, to banking on the PDP’s remaining discontent to amplify his platform, all in the hope of catching the government's attention.

Despite these attempts to sway public opinion, Governor Oyebanji’s administration has remained transparent with its plans. Major projects such as the Ekiti airport, slated for completion by early 2025, and the flyover expected by late 2025, are on track, with regular updates provided to the public. Ayomide calls out the hypocrisy here: “If not for clout chasing, Isaac wouldn’t have gone on social media discrediting a government that’s on track.”

Ayomide didn’t hold back when engaging with Fayose directly on a WhatsApp platform, reputed for shielding voices that critique the BAO administration. When Fayose reportedly insulted the governor, Ayomide shot back: “You were with your brother when he was in power, part of those who influenced his decisions. In all those seven to eight years, what tangible difference did you make? If not for the white powder you are addicted to, you wouldn't have been posting rubbish every now and then."

The exchange reportedly left some platform admins, particularly Hon. Odunayo Ehinafe, unsettled.

Although Ehinafe admitted that Isaac Fayose’s intentions were driven by a desire for recognition and that he sees him as a “crook and fraudster,” he allowed these criticisms as a form of “payback” for being excluded from recent appointments.

In a moment of candid admission, Ehinafe’s stance reveals how quickly some critics abandon principles for personal gain.

Isaac Fayose’s critiques fall flat when examined in light of his own past and motives. With every baseless accusation against a government making measurable strides, the people of Ekiti are reminded that public servants should be accountable, and so should their critics.

As Ayomide noted, those knowledgeable can see through the game: real progress and real accountability do not stem from vendettas or staged clout-chasing. Ekiti deserves better, and the facts show they’re getting it.

Isaac Fayose should embark on self appraisal in order to know how he can readjust his lifestyle instead of roaming the cyber space like a rabid dog,  spewing mindless invectives and criticism.

Kayode Balogun writes from Ado Ekiti

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Ek-PDP, The Toothless 'Riro' Barking Like a Palace Eunuch in a Fit of Rage

September 5, 2024 

A local and malnourished dog is often called Rírò or Bingo in Ekiti. These breeds, which the Ondo-Ẹ̀gin dog-eaters often refer to as Lokili, are powerless, ineffective, and mostly considered stray dogs. 

These types of breeds can easily be tamed with food and caught by dog poachers for meat. The toothless ones among them are the most useless, lacking both social and security value. 

Their canines, often worn down from countless futile battles with other Rírò or Bingo, render them harmless. They can bark, but that's where their power ends; they lack the strength to make them useful dogs. 

Much like these toothless Ríròs, the castrated palace guards of old, the eunuchs, served the kings diligently. To gain the loyalty and trust of the kings, these palace eunuchs had to undergo castration to ensure they posed no threat to the queens. 

Just like the horse in a book (Ẹṣhin inú Ìwé), they had the appearance of strength and often boasted of their abilities, but their power was limited. They had the will and the desire, but the capability to bring their intentions to fruition was long gone. 

Just like the toothless Ríròs and the palace eunuchs of old, the Ekiti PDP has become a shadow of its former self. They bark loudly, rattling the airwaves with grandiose claims and criticisms. But when it comes to concrete action, to making their intentions realistic, they fall short. 

In their desperate and futile efforts to remain relevant, they have even gone to ADC to recruit a political neophyte to come to their rescue, someone without political clout, who couldn't win his own polling unit in the 2022 governorship election. 

Johnson Ola Folarin, a political analyst popularly known as JOF, said of the PDP's show of shame: 

"It's so sad to see the minor the PDP has become in Ekiti. 

"A party that boasted to be the largest in Africa at a time has now ridiculously been reduced to a party celebrating the ADC's former governorship candidate who didn't even secure 6,000 votes during the last general election. 

"He even lost in his ward to the APC. If we were to join Oluyede's votes with those of the PDP, the SDP scored higher than the two of them. 

"So pathetic that now they're saying Oluyede's entry to the PDP will give them victory. Has the PDP fallen this low, hopeless, and powerless?" JOF asked. 

⁤The constant WhatsApp violent expressions of their urchins are nothing but the enraged barks of a powerless force, desperately trying to remain relevant. It is  as Shakespeare said in Macbeth; their vituperation is like a tale told by a fool, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing.

⁤They have lost their bite, their ability to come back to life has been reduced to mere noise. ⁤⁤Like the eunuchs who guarded the palace without the threat of overstepping their bounds, the Ekiti PDP now guards the periphery of political relevance, unable to challenge the status quo in any meaningful way. ⁤

⁤Their criticisms, no matter how vociferous, are just echoes of their lost power. ⁤⁤While they may still bark, the people of Ekiti have come to realize that the bark of a toothless Rírò is just noise, not a threat. ⁤

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Ekiti PDP: A party without a leader leading the leaders

By Olufemi Alonge Alonso

2nd July, 2024

It is crystal clear that the major problem of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti is leadership. PDP is now a party that every member is a leader. It is saddening that the party could be divided to the extent that no particular leader is leading the array of leaders in the party.

When Senator 'Biodun Olujimi was at the National Assembly, she tried to take the leadership of the party from former governor Ayodele Fayose but her faction was not strong enough to silence the Afao man. The power tussle between Fayose and Olujimi is the reason the party is where it is now.

It is glaring that many people in the party are not backing the two-term governor ( Fayose) to lead the party anymore while those who believe in Olujimi's leadership are infinitesimal. Senator 'Duro Faseyi lacks the wherewithal to pick the party from the floor while the 2018 Governorship candidate of the party, Prof. Kolapo Olusola-Eleka is not financially buoyant. Chief Bisi Kolawole, the 2022 Governorship candidate of the party is with the former governor. The young leaders in the party are more greedy than the leaders everybody is condemning. No need to mention names. Many people, especially the wise ones will decipher the point.

The million naira question here is  

who among the leaders of the party has the experience, connection , penchant or charisma to lead the party better than Fayose? We should rush to answer this question. What readers of this piece need is to begin to examine all and come back later to answer the question. 

The party will bounce back and give the ruling party sleepless nights if the leaders can forget issues of the past, swallow their pride, close ranks and choose a leader to lead them.

femfem1110@gmail.com

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Implosion Imminent in Ekiti PDP Over Zoning Dispute

Reporter

Monday, 13th May, 2024

Tensions are escalating within Ekiti State's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over conflicting statements regarding the recent zoning of party positions.

Initially, the State Working Committee (SWC) announced a rotation plan aligned with the party's constitution, but this decision was promptly contested by the State PDP Chairman, Engr Alaba Agboola, who clarified that zoning decisions were pending.

Engr Alaba Agboola stressed the necessity of a formal, constitutionally recognized meeting to address zoning issues. "We can't rush zoning decisions; they require proper discussion within the party's structure," he emphasized.

This disagreement led to public discourse, with a WhatsApp commentator known as HRM highlighting the State Executive Committee's (SEC) authority in handling zoning matters.

HRM argued that the SEC should appoint a zoning committee, and its report would be ratified in subsequent SEC meetings.

In response, the State PDP Youth Leader, Aare Amerijoye, supported the SWC's decision, emphasizing its legitimacy and the committee's authority. "The Chairman understands the implications of these decisions and should not be mischaracterized," Aare Ameri asserted.

Feelers from the party indicate that the situation on ground is compounded by those nursing gubernatorial ambition who would not like the zoning being suggested to jeopardize the effort they have put into making such ambition realistic.

Observers noted the absence of input from former Governor Ayo Fayose's faction, suggesting potential power dynamics within the party.

Other factors at play is the presence of Engr. Segun Oni, who may be brought in as an equalizer, while some are championing the South Senatorial District agenda.

The south agenda is a factor capable of tearing PDP apart as those championing it see other members' interest contrary to theirs as betrayal.

This internal discord coincides with the All Progressives Congress's (APC) growing influence in Ekiti under Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji's leadership.

Governor Oyebanji's administration continues to make progress, contrasting with the PDP's internal struggles. Concerns persist about the PDP's ability to present a united front as crucial elections approach.

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Public Questions Why Bobrisky Got Jail While Cubana Chief Priest Walks Free

You might have heard about the recent legal drama involving Bobrisky, the famous cross-dresser, and Cubana Chief Priest, the flashy club owner. Bobrisky got caught up in some trouble over Naira issues and was arrested on April 3rd, 2024. Surprisingly, in less than two weeks, he was convicted and slapped with a six-month sentence without any chance of paying a fine.

Now, here's where it gets interesting. Just days later, on April 17th, Cubana Chief Priest faced similar accusations, but the whole situation took a different turn. He was arrested, sure, but he got out on bail the very same day and has been living it up since then.

This has left a lot of people scratching their heads and wondering why Bobrisky got the short end of the stick while Cubana Chief Priest seemed to dodge a bullet. It's not just about these two personalities; it's about what this says about our justice system. Shouldn't everyone, regardless of who they are, be treated equally?

However, there's been a recent update to this story. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Cubana Chief Priest have agreed to settle their case out of court regarding alleged Naira abuse. The court is set to hear the report of settlement on June 5th, 2024, as reported by TVC's Nifemi on May 2nd, 2024.

This development adds another layer to the conversation about the legal system's integrity, transparency, and fairness. It raises questions about how similar cases are handled and whether there is consistency in applying the law, regardless of an individual's public profile.

People are talking about fairness, transparency, and whether the courts are really delivering justice or playing favorites. It's sparked a bigger conversation about what needs to change in our legal system to make sure everyone gets a fair shot, no matter their status or fame.

What do you think about all of this? Do you believe our courts need a shake-up to ensure fairness for everyone?

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