Heavy security forces were positioned around the Ado‑Ekiti Pavilion on Friday to protect the second‑term inauguration of Governor [Biodun Oyebanji](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biodun_Oyebanji). Police and civil‑defence officers conducted vehicle inspections and monitored strategic points to guarantee a smooth ceremony.
**What security arrangements were in place?**
The deployment included members of the [Nigeria Police Force](https://www.npf.gov.ng) and the [Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps](https://www.nscdc.gov.ng). Officers began arriving at designated spots in the city as early as 08:00 a.m., and every vehicle entering the pavilion underwent thorough checks.
**Who attended the ceremony?**
The event drew crowds from all 16 local government areas of Ekiti State, including supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC). High‑profile guests comprised Vice‑President [Kashim Shettima](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kashim_Shettima), Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, former Governor Kayode Fayemi, Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, former Governor Segun Oni, and Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Additional attendees were Kwara Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma, Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu, and former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose.
**What did officials say about the deployment?**
State Police Command spokesperson Sunday Abutu told residents that the sizeable presence of security personnel was intended to maintain law and order and ensure the inauguration proceeded without incident. He urged citizens to stay calm and obey the law.
The inauguration followed Oyebanji’s re‑election in the June 20 governorship election, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).