— A Manifesto of Hope, Leadership, and Civic Renewal
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As a new chapter unfolds in the historic and culturally rich kingdom of Emure Ekiti, with the enthronement of our revered monarch, His Royal Majesty Oba James Babatunde Ajiboye (Otutubiosun I, Ajigbotolu, Elemure of Emure), we are called not only to celebrate but to consecrate this moment as a divine turning point. 2027 must mark the rebirth of a new vision, a new leadership culture and a new covenant of civic responsibility — for A New Emure Begins With Us.
This is more than a slogan. It is a call to consciousness.
Not Another Election Cycle — A Revolution of Mindset
We cannot afford another electoral season built on empty promises, hired crowds, or short-term stomach infrastructure. Emure is not a token town. We are a people of depth, dignity, and destiny. Our loyalty has been used, our voices ignored and our future traded for political convenience.
Now, we rise — not in bitterness, but in boldness.
This generation of Emure indigenes, both home and abroad, is awakening to a new sense of political purpose. We are no longer content with being the footnotes of development conversations in Ekiti South Senatorial District. We want more and we deserve more.
A New Kind of Leadership Must Emerge
Leadership, as we know it, must evolve. It is no longer about titles, motorcades, or campaign billboards. We want leaders who are stewards, not emperors. Men and women who understand that the true essence of power is service — and that the throne of public office must serve the footstool of the people.
We yearn for representation that goes beyond ceremonies and condolence visits. We want lawmakers who will champion our roads, rebuild our schools, revive our primary healthcare centres, and restore dignity to our youth through employment and empowerment.
We want leaders who will be present, not absent. Leaders who will listen, not ignore. Leaders who will stand up for Emure at Abuja and not simply stand by in silence.
The Truth About Representation
Let us not pretend: Emure has been politically abandoned. For over seven years, we have suffered neglect at the federal level, sidelined by those we trusted with our votes. We have watched other communities benefit from constituency projects, job placements, empowerment schemes, and infrastructure — while Emure remains locked in the chains of underdevelopment, broken roads, and crumbling institutions.
What explanation can justify this neglect?
We have qualified individuals in Emure. We have patriotic leaders with integrity, vision and grassroots connection — from Hon. (Engr.) Bayo Ajayi, to Rt. Hon. Olubunmi Adelugba, Dr. Olusola Osetoba, Hon. Oladele Abiodun and a long list of competent sons and daughters. What we lack is not talent — we lack access and opportunity.
2027: The Year We Reclaim Our Future
As we approach 2027, we must shift from passive political spectators to active participants. Our town must no longer be used as a voting machine during elections and discarded after the ballots are counted. We must ask the hard questions:
- What has your Senator done for Emure?
- Where are the federal interventions?
- How many youths have been employed?
- Which schools have been upgraded?
- What bills have been sponsored in your name?
The era of blind allegiance is over. In 2027, we will vote not for parties, but for people. Not for noise, but for substance. Not for handouts, but for vision.
A Town of Builders, Not Beggars
Emure is not a town of beggars. We are builders of legacies — from commerce to academia, from government to enterprise. Our history is rich, our culture strong, our people resilient. The soil of Emure carries the sweat of hardworking farmers, the wisdom of elders and the hope of young dreamers.
It is time we build a new Emure — with policies, not politics; plans, not platitudes.
Let Us Define Our Future, Together
To all political aspirants eyeing office in Ekiti South Federal Constituency II, we say this: Do not come with old scripts and tired tricks. Come with courage, vision and a credible plan for Emure.
- We want to see your track record.
- We want to know your legislative priorities.
- We want a manifesto built around real development, not roadside rhetorics.
To our people, we say: Let us not be bought. Let us not be deceived. Let us not be used again. It is time we organize ourselves — community by community, ward by ward — to support only those who carry the spirit of service and sincerity.
Because 2027 is not just about politics — it is about our children’s future.
This Is the Hour of Accountability
Let this message go forth across Emure Kingdom and beyond: The age of silence is over. The season of accountability has begun.
We are watching.
We are asking questions.
We are organizing.
We are ready.
The Emure of our dreams — with good roads, strong schools, modern hospitals, empowered youths, and visible federal presence — is possible. But only if we make the right choices.
Let Us Rise. Let Us Speak. Let Us Vote for Emure.
In 2027, a new Emure begins — not with those who forgot us, but with those who will never forget where they came from.
And it begins with us.
