YAN Ekiti Honours Joke Akinsanmi for Excellence in Legislative Capacity Development, Youth Empowerment.

YAN Ekiti Honours Joke Akinsanmi for Excellence in Legislative Capacity Development, Youth Empowerment.

The Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN), Ekiti State Assembly, has honoured the Director of Training and International Cooperation at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Joke Akinsanmi, with a Distinguished Award for Excellence in Legislative Capacity Development and Youth Empowerment.

The award was conferred on Akinsanmi on Monday, November 9, 2026, by the Ekiti State Assembly of YAN, under the leadership of its Speaker, Rt. Hon. Oluwatosin A. S.

The honour recognises her outstanding contributions to legislative capacity development, youth empowerment and professional excellence, particularly her efforts towards strengthening democratic institutions and promoting leadership development.

Akinsanmi is widely regarded as a consummate professional with remarkable strategic insight and leadership capacity. She has also distinguished herself through significant contributions to multimedia journalism and corporate communications in Nigeria.

Her professional achievements have attracted several recognitions. In 2024, The Guardian Newspaper named her among Nigeria's 25 Most Exceptional and Value-Adding Female Professionals in recognition of her outstanding contributions to her field.

Similarly, in March 2026, she received a Leadership Award from the Advanced Management Academy for her remarkable contributions to leadership and professional development.

The latest recognition by YAN Ekiti further underscores her commitment to institutional development, capacity building and youth empowerment.

The award also highlights the importance of recognising accomplished professionals whose expertise and contributions continue to inspire younger generations and strengthen leadership development in Nigeria.

BAMIDELE, FASUYI, AND ADARAMODU: THE PERFECT TRIO TO REPRESENT EKITI IN THE COMING 11TH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY.

BAMIDELE, FASUYI, AND ADARAMODU: THE PERFECT TRIO TO REPRESENT EKITI IN THE COMING 11TH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY.

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As Ekiti State prepares for the coming 11th National Assembly, one question is on the lips of every well-meaning Ekiti son and daughter: who can best represent us in Abuja?

The answer is clear. It is the trio that has already proven themselves - Senator (Dr) Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, Senator Cyril Fasuyi, and Senator Yemi Adaramodu.

These three men are not just politicians. They are tested, trusted, and experienced leaders who understand Ekiti, love Ekiti, and have the capacity to take Ekiti to greater heights.

1. Senator (Dr.) Michael Opeyemi Bamidele - Ekiti Central: _The Voice of Ekiti in the Senate_

Senator Bamidele, popularly known as MOB, is not an ordinary Senator. As the Leader of the Senate, he is the number one Senator in Nigeria after the Senate President. That position alone is a blessing to Ekiti State. By this position, the soft speaking eloquent Senator remains the highest ranked elected politician from the entire Southern part of the country in this administration after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR.

Through his influence closeness to the presidency, Ekiti has enjoyed unprecedented attention at the national level - in federal appointments, in projects, and in national policy. He has attracted roads, schools, hospitals, empowerment programmes, and federal presence to Ekiti Central and beyond.

He is a brilliant lawyer, a former Commissioner, a former Member of the House of Representatives, and a man who understands lawmaking from the inside. To replace him would be to throw away Ekiti's biggest advantage in Abuja.

2. Senator Cyril Fasuyi - Ekiti North:_The Quiet Achiever_

Senator Cyril Fasuyi represents Ekiti North with humility, focus and results. He is not a noise-maker, he is a worker.

Since his election, he has remained close to his people - from Ikole to Oye, Ilejemeje to Ido/Osi and Moba. His constituency projects, his empowerment for youths and women, his support for farmers, traders and students, and his constant presence at home speak louder than any campaign promise.

Ekiti North needs a Senator who listens, who is accessible, and who delivers. Fasuyi is that man.

3. Senator Yemi Adaramodu - Ekiti South: _The People's Senator_

Senator Yemi Adaramodu, the man of the people, has redefined representation in Ekiti South. From Ikere to Ise/Orun, Emure, Gbonyin, Ekiti East and Ekiti South-West, his impact is visible.

He is the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Youth Development - a position he has used to open doors for Ekiti youths. His bills, motions, constituency projects, scholarships, and empowerment programmes have touched thousands of lives.

Adaramodu understands the pain of the ordinary Ekiti man and woman, because he comes from among them. He is a grassroots leader with a national voice.

Why This Trio Must Return

Experience Matters: In the National Assembly, seniority is power. Ranking Senators get better committees, better projects, and better influence. Sending new and inexperienced people to Abuja in 2027 would set Ekiti back by years.

Unity Matters: Bamidele, Fasuyi and Adaramodu work as a team. They do not fight each other. They speak with one voice for Ekiti. That unity has brought peace and progress to our State.

Loyalty Matters: They are loyal to Governor Biodun Oyebanji, loyal to the All Progressives Congress (APC), and loyal to the people of Ekiti State. They have stood with the Governor in his quest to develop Ekiti.

Performance Matters: From Central to North to South, their records are there for all to see. They have not disappointed us.

Ekiti State cannot afford to experiment in the 11th National Assembly. We need men who already know the road, who already have the contacts, who already have the respect of their colleagues, and who already have the ear of the Presidency.

No need replacing a winning team, this is why Senator (Dr.) Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, Senator Cyril Fasuyi, and Senator Yemi Adaramodu are the perfect choice to represent Ekiti State in the coming 11th National Assembly.

As ranking Senators, let us support them. Let us stand with them. Let us send them back to Abuja to continue the good work.

_Ekiti First! Ekiti Koya!_- _forward ever! backwards never_

OLAREWAJU CELEBRATES EKITI FIRST LADY, PROF. OYEBANJI, ON HISTORIC BIRTHDAY AND DOUBLE MILESTONES.

OLAREWAJU CELEBRATES EKITI FIRST LADY, PROF. OYEBANJI, ON HISTORIC BIRTHDAY AND DOUBLE MILESTONES.

As the political and academic landscapes of Ekiti State bubble with joy, Former Senior Special Assistant to the President Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress candidate for Ekiti North Constituency 2, Hon. Ibrahim Kunle Olarewaju, has warmly felicitated the First Lady of Ekiti State, Professor Olayemi Oyebanji, on the joyous occasion of her birthday. This year’s celebration marks a profoundly historic and unprecedented milestone, coming closely on the heels of her recent, well-deserved elevation to the elite rank of professor at the prestigious University of Ibadan. It is a moment of double glory, blending academic distinction with stellar public service as she marks her first birthday celebration holding the esteemed title of a professor.

Adding profound significance to the landmark celebration is the reality that this birthday follows hard on the heels of an uncommon political victory achieved by her husband, Governor Biodun Oyebanji. Following a historic electoral triumph that secured a second consecutive term in office, the Governor shattered political boundaries with a record-breaking back-to-back swearing-in ceremony. By extension, Professor Olayemi Oyebanji proudly stands as the first First Lady in the history of Ekiti State to serve back-to-back terms, providing an unshakeable pillar of intellectual grace, stability, and steadfast support to her husband’s administration.

Hon. Ibrahim Kunle Olarewaju noted that the First Lady’s journey is a rare and admirable fusion of rigorous intellectualism and compassionate leadership. Balancing the exacting demands of governance with the uncompromising standards of academia, culminating in her professorial chair, demands extraordinary discipline, resilience, and vision. Her accomplishments continue to serve as an inspiring beacon of excellence for young women, aspiring scholars, and the entire citizenry of Ekiti State, proving that dedication to knowledge yields generational impact.

Beyond her remarkable feats in the classroom and the corridors of governance, Hon. Olarewaju specifically lauded the First Lady for her relentless humanitarian footprint. Through her targeted welfare initiatives and pet projects, she has consistently brought succor, hope, and empowerment to the most vulnerable segments of society, deeply touching the lives of countless widows, orphans, and the less privileged. Her motherly disposition has successfully transformed the Office of the First Lady into a vibrant sanctuary of hope and social inclusion for the downtrodden.

As Professor Olayemi Oyebanji marks this auspicious milestone, Hon. Ibrahim Kunle Olarewaju offers fervent prayers for Almighty God to grant her robust health, renewed strength, and greater wisdom. It is prayed that her new year of life brings even more monumental achievements, enabling her to reach greater heights in her academic endeavors and sustain her invaluable humanitarian interventions for the growth, peace, and prosperity of Ekiti State.

ADARAMODU CELEBRATES EKITI FIRST LADY, PROF. OLAYEMI OYEBANJI, ON BIRTHDAY, HAILS HER COURAGE, INTELLECT AND SUPPORTIVE ROLE.

ADARAMODU CELEBRATES EKITI FIRST LADY, PROF. OLAYEMI OYEBANJI, ON BIRTHDAY, HAILS HER COURAGE, INTELLECT AND SUPPORTIVE ROLE.

It is with profound admiration and heartfelt felicitations that I join the people of Ekiti State in celebrating an exceptional woman of intellect, grace and uncommon strength, Her Excellency, Prof. Olayemi Olajumoke Oyebanji, the First Lady of Ekiti State, on the occasion of her birthday. 

Your Excellency, you embody an admirable blend of intellectual depth, courage, grace, compassion and exemplary disposition to leadership. Your unwavering partnership and support for His Excellency, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, further exemplify the value of shared vision and collective commitment in the pursuit of good governance.

As the Mother of Ekiti State, you have continued to distinguish yourself through your compassion, advocacy and unwavering commitment to the welfare and advancement of women, children and vulnerable members of our society. Your dedication to social inclusion, empowerment and human development reinforces the enduring value of leadership that places people at the heart of its purpose. 

On this special occasion, I pray that Almighty God grants you sound health, renewed strength, divine wisdom and many more fulfilling years. May the years ahead bring greater accomplishments and even more opportunities to touch lives, inspire generations and contribute meaningfully to the continued progress of Ekiti State.

Happy Birthday, Your Excellency.

Distinguished Senator Yemi Adaramodu

Senator representing Ekiti South Senatorial District

Support, Vote Team That Will Take Ekiti Central to Promised Land, Ajijola Urges Voters.

Support, Vote Team That Will Take Ekiti Central to Promised Land, Ajijola Urges Voters.

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress and Executive Director of the South West Development Commission, Chief Lateef Ajijola, has urged voters in Ekiti Central Senatorial District to support and vote for candidates capable of sustaining development and delivering greater dividends of democracy to the people.

Ajijola threw his weight behind the Senate Leader, Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, representing Ekiti Central Senatorial District; Hon. Sola Fatoba, APC candidate for Ekiti Central Federal Constituency I; and Hon. Karounwi Oladapo, candidate for Ekiti Central Federal Constituency II.

He called on the electorates to rally behind the candidates, stressing that continuity, effective representation and purposeful leadership were essential to advancing the development of Ekiti Central.

The APC chieftain noted that supporting the candidates would also strengthen the continuity of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration and its Renewed Hope Agenda.

Ajijola urged party faithful, community leaders, youths and other stakeholders to mobilise massive support for the APC candidates to ensure their victory at the polls.

He maintained that electing credible and experienced representatives remained crucial to taking Ekiti Central to its promised land of sustainable development, improved opportunities and effective representation.

GOVERNOR OYEBANJI PENS HEARTFELT POEM TO WIFE ON HER BIRTHDAY.

GOVERNOR OYEBANJI PENS HEARTFELT POEM TO WIFE ON HER BIRTHDAY.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has penned a heartfelt poem in celebration of his wife, Prof. Oluyemi Oyebanji, as she marks her birthday. 

Prof. Oyebanji, who was elevated to the rank of Professor by the Governing Council of the University of Ibadan (UI) last month, is a year older today.

In a birthday message shared on his verified social media handles, Governor Oyebanji celebrated his wife as a woman whose kindness, inner strength and unwavering faith in God continue to inspire and enrich his life.

The Governor expressed deep appreciation for her love, support and the many little things she does, both seen and unseen, describing her as a shining light in his life.

“I admire the strength that lives within you, the kindness that resides in your heart and your unwavering faith that makes my spirit whole.

“Thank you, Olayemi, for being who you are and for shining in my life like the brightest star that you are. For every little thing you do, seen and unseen; for the beautiful person you have always been, I say thank you.”, the Governor writes.

**The Poem in full….

STRAIGHT FROM MY HEART ON YOUR SPECIAL DAY

My love, Olayemi, today is all about you, a special day for the most special soul- so beautiful and true.

Today, the sun seems brighter in the sky, And I find a thousand reasons to celebrate you and celebrate with you. 

I admire the strength that lives within you,

The kindness that resides in your heart, 

And your unwavering faith makes my spirit whole.

Thank you for being who you are, and for shining in my life like the brightest star that you are. 

For every little thing you do, seen and unseen,

For the beautiful person you have always been, I say thank you. 

On this special day, I pray that God will bless you anew,

Open greater doors and make your dreams come true.

May grace surround you wherever you go,

May your joy overflow and your greatness grow.

May the years ahead bring more beautiful memories 

May your heart find peace in all that life brings.

And may I have the privilege, as the years go by,

To keep making you smile.

On behalf of myself and our children i wish you a Happy Birthday. 

-BAO

EKITI LEADS OTHER STATES IN 2026 IGR TARGET ACHIEVEMENT, RECORDS 98.1% PERFORMANCE.

EKITI LEADS OTHER STATES IN 2026 IGR TARGET ACHIEVEMENT, RECORDS 98.1% PERFORMANCE.

Ekiti State has emerged as the leading state in the country in the achievement of its Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) target, recording 98.1 per cent performance as at September 2026.

According to the State Budget Implementation Reports for the third quarter of 2026, Ekiti ranked first among the eight states that achieved at least 75 per cent of their budgeted IGR targets out of the 32 states assessed.

Delta and Kogi States followed with 96.1 per cent and 92.2 per cent performance respectively.

The latest performance represents another milestone in the state’s fiscal management efforts, coming on the heels of a sustained increase in revenue generation, with Ekiti’s IGR recording over 60 per cent growth in the last one year.

The development reflects the ongoing efforts of the Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji administration to strengthen the state’s revenue base, improve fiscal discipline and enhance its capacity to fund development priorities.

The administration’s fiscal policies remain anchored on the shared prosperity agenda, with emphasis on sustainable revenue generation, prudent resource management and improved service delivery to the people.