Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has denied allegations that he handles government contracts in the state, insisting that he has no business being a contractor at his age.

Speaking on Monday during the inauguration of the Igbara-Odo–Ikogosi road to mark Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s third anniversary in office, Fayose dismissed claims linking him to the flyover project in Ado-Ekiti.

“I’m not a contractor and I don’t get government contracts. I’m too old for that,” Fayose said. “My friend Wike, if I ever need anything, won’t he give me? Ekiti has nothing anybody would take from here.”

He described the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as a steadfast friend who always supports him when necessary.

The former governor also pledged his full support for Oyebanji’s second-term bid, declaring: “For me and all I represent, we are going to stand by you.”

Reflecting on his own time in office, Fayose added with characteristic bluntness, “During my tenure, I fought wars, morning, afternoon, and night.”