Governance

Gov. Oyebanji Announces Over 100 Fresh Appointments

Web News 10 April 2024 117 0

Former NUJ Chairman Makes List  By Amos Ogunrinde Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has approved a new set of appointments into some strategic positions, as part of plans to position the administration for optimal service delivery. The new appointments, contained in a statement signed Continue Reading

Religion

Oyebanji Sends Eid-el-Fitri Greetings to Muslims

Web News 10 April 2024 91 0

By Ayodeji  Kazeem Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has extended Eid-el-Fitri greetings to the Muslim community in Ekiti and across the nation as they celebrate the end of the Ramadan fast. In a statement in Ado Ekiti, governor Oyebanji reflected on Ramadan as a period embodying love, self-discipline, and sacrifice. He encouraged Muslims to […]Continue Reading

Education

Ekiti Targets Zero Percent Out-of-School Children Record

Web News 4 April 2024 112 0

By Ayodeji Kazeem Ekiti State governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji says his administration is working hard to ensure that the state sets zero per cent record of out-of-school children within the next two years. Speaking at an event at Ekiti State University in Ado Ekiti, Governor Oyebanji highlighted that Ekiti already leads the nation in school […]Continue Reading

Governance

Oyebanji Cautions Council Chairmen against Corrupt Practices

Web News 19 January 2024 208 0

By Ayodeji Kazeem Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has cautioned Local Government and LCDA chairmen as well as other council officials against corrupt practices that can smear his name or tarnish the image of the state. Mr Oyebanji who gave the warning in Ado Ekiti while declaring open a three days retreat for the […]Continue Reading

Education

Oyebanji Appoints Olowolafe as EKSU Chancellor

Web News 12 January 2024 232 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has appointed a renowned businessman and philanthropist, Dr Tunji Olowolafe, as the new Chancellor of Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti.  The appointment, which is effective immediately, was announced in a statement signed by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Mr Yinka Oyebode, on Friday. Continue Reading

Religion

Wage Award in the Pipeline, Oyebanji Assures Workers at Xmas Carol

Web News 19 December 2023 208 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Ekiti State Government says it has finalized a decision on the payment of wage awards to its workers as part of efforts to cushion the effects of economic hardship on them. Governor Biodun Oyebanji disclosed this at the 2023 Christmas carols and lessons organized by the state government at the Obafemi Awolowo […]Continue Reading

Lifestyle

Oyebanji Appreciates Tinubu for Appointment Offers

Web News 13 December 2023 427 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has thanked President Tinubu for consistently appointing the state indigenes to key federal positions.  Governor Oyebanji expressed his gratitude when the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Students Engagement, Mr Sunday Asefon visited him in Ado Ekiti to present his appointment letter. He highlighted Continue Reading

Human Angle

Oyebanji Makes Case for PWD

Web News 3 December 2023 254 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has stressed the need for the creation of an inclusive world for People with Disabilities to break down barriers to foster a society where individuals’ unique talents are valued. He stated this while addressing a gathering on the occasion of this year’s International Day of People With […]Continue Reading

Security

Oyebanji Lauds Nigerian Army for Safeguarding Democracy

Web News 1 December 2023 398 0

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has urged the Nigerian Army to remain loyal to the country in order to safeguard democracy. Governor Oyebanji made this appeal while receiving the General Officer Commanding 2 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Bamidele Alabi in his office in Ado Ekiti. He said democracy is the best system of […]Continue Reading

Lifestyle

Oyebanji Expresses Gratitude for Successful 1st Anniversary Celebration

Web News 23 October 2023 292 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Governor Biodun Oyebanji has expressed his deep appreciation to Ekiti citizens worldwide and friends of the state for their unwavering support throughout the first year of his administration.  In a statement on Ado Ekiti by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Yinka Oyebode, Governor Oyebanji specifically acknowledged the invaluable support and Continue Reading

Governance

Behold my stewardship – Oyebanji

Web News 16 October 2023 302 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Governor Biodun Oyebanji says more policies and programmes geared towards poverty eradication and wealth creation await the people of the state He stated this while giving an account of his stewardship at the State Assembly Complex, Ado Ekiti as part of activities marking his first anniversary in office. Mr Oyebanji reeled out […]Continue Reading

Economy

Oyebanji Presents 2024 Budget Estimate

Web News 13 October 2023 324 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has presented the 2024 budget estimate of about one hundred and sixty billion Naira to the State House of Assembly. Presenting the annual budget, tagged “Budget of sustainable growth and development” at the assembly complex in Ado Ekiti, governor Oyebanji, said the proposed expenditure was prepared Continue Reading

Security

Oyebanji Boosts Security with Operational Vehicles

Web News 8 September 2023 241 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji  As part of efforts to further strengthen Ekiti State security architecture, governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has presented operational vehicles and equipment to the state police command. Operational vehicles and equipment presented include two Armoured Personnel Carrier, ten patrol Hillux, fifty bullet proof vest, Helmets, tactical boots among others. Continue Reading

Politics

Tribunal Verdict: Judicial Sustenance of Mandate, Says Oyebanji

Web News 7 September 2023 245 0

By Amos Ogunrinde The Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory at the Presidential Election Petition Court which upheld his February 25 election. Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Yinka Oyebode, described the judgment as “solid and detailed” and “a judicial […]Continue Reading

Politics

Oyebanji Wants Cohesion in Governance for Service Delivery

Web News 31 August 2023 219 0

Kazeem Ayodeji Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji has stressed the need for all ministries in the state to work together with relevant Special Advisers so as to ensure robust service delivery in governance. Governor Oyebanji stated this during the swearing-in of the state’s Head of Service and four commissioners who missed the earlier ceremony. […]Continue Reading

Politics

Ekiti Recalls Commissioner from Suspension

Web News 28 August 2023 326 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has recalled the Commissioner for Chieftaincy and Home Affairs, Mr Olaiya Atibioke from suspension.  The recall followed expiration of the two weeks suspension imposed on the Commissioner on the 12th of this month. According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, […]Continue Reading

Labour

Ekiti HoS Retires, as Governor Oyebanji Approves Replacement

Web News 18 August 2023 270 0

By Amos Ogunrinde Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has approved the appointment of Mr. Sunday Komolafe as the new Head of Service, HOS, in the State Civil Service. Mr. Komolafe, until his new appointment, was the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works and Transportation. He takes over from Mr. Bamidele Agbede, who is billed to […]Continue Reading

Economy

Ekiti Govt. Rolls Out Palliative Measures

Web News 9 August 2023 356 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji As part of efforts to cushion the effect of the recent fuel subsidy removal on workers in Ekiti State and other residents, Government has rolled out palliative measures to ameliorate their sufferings. Addressing newsmen in Ado Ekiti, the chairman of the Palliative Committee and Commissioner for Finance, Mr Akin Oyebode said the […]Continue Reading

Politics

Former Lawmaker Gives Gov. Oyebanji Plaudits

Web News 6 May 2023 422 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji A former lawmaker and member of the Social Democratic Party, SDP Mr Bimbo Daramola, has described Governor Biodun Oyebanji as a huge blessing to Ekiti, saying the governor’s scorecard may influence his return to the All Progressives Congress, APC. Mr Daramola, who represented Ekiti North Federal Constituency One in the House of […]Continue Reading