EKITI 2026: NLC, ASUSS ADOPT OYEBANJI AS PREFERRED CANDIDATE.

EKITI 2026: NLC, ASUSS ADOPT OYEBANJI AS PREFERRED CANDIDATE.

...Oyebanji reveals reasons for zero strike in three years.

The entire workforce in Ekiti State under the aegis of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and secondary school teachers in the state under the auspices of the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS) have adopted Governor Biodun Oyebanji as their preferred candidate in the June 20 governorship election.

The workers' body and secondary school teachers' union said their decision was based on improved workers' welfare and general conditions of service under the administration of Oyebanji in nearly four years in office.

At separate strategic engagements the Governor held with the two bodies in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday, they pledged to mobilise their families, colleagues, friends, dependants, fellow worshippers, neighbours and their communities to vote for the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate at the forthcoming poll.

The state NLC Chairman, Comrade Kolapo Olatunde said all the 35 affiliate unions have met, resolved and adopted Oyebanji as their preferred candidate and would work in favour of his re-election because of the belief that workers’ welfare package would be consolidated during his second term.

Olatunde said Oyebanji has employed more workers into the state workforce and made available several benefits including appointment of workers into prestigious positions, regular payment of salaries, pensions and gratuities, payment of arrears, approval of leave bonuses, donation of buses to unions, free bus service for workers, among other several benefits.

The State ASUSS Chairman, Comrade Olusola Adigun, at the parley with the Governor at their state secretariat, said Oyebanji has delivered and fulfilled all promises made to the union hence the desire of his members to reward him with massive votes during the June 20 governorship election.

Adigun, who also doubles as the National President of ASUSS, said Governor Oyebanji needs a vote tally that is above 500,000 which explains why the union has raised a group known as BAO Grassroots Coordinators to galvanise support for the Governor in the grassroots.

The ASUSS boss said secondary school teachers in the State are grateful to the Oyebanji for being the most responsive and the best teacher-friendly leader in the history of the state.

According to him, the secondary school teachers have never had it so good in the history of the state in terms of welfare they have enjoyed under Oyebanji. He said teachers are ready to reciprocate with votes at the coming poll.

But Oyebanji who appreciated the workers and teachers for their tremendous support revealed the secret of why there has been no single strike by workers or any labour union in the last three years of his administration.

The Governor said the good relationship built with workers, giving them listening ears, according priority to their welfare and making efforts to boost their standards of living are reasons why there has been no industrial action under his watch. He said his relationship with workers will always get better.

Oyebanji used the opportunity of his engagement with ASUSS to canvass support for APC not only at the governorship poll but also at the presidential election in 2027 to ensure a bigger vote tally for President Bola Tinubu whom he said has done so much for Ekiti in the last three years.

He appealed to NLC and ASUSS members to mobilise other people who possess voters' cards to polling booths at both the governorship poll and presidential election and ensure that they vote APC for them to reap better benefits in years to come.

But dwelling on why Ekiti has enjoyed industrial peace since his ascension to power in 2022, Oyebanji said it was down to the grace of God, seeing the members of the state workforce as his friends and always making sure that the get the best welfare package within the ambit of state resources.

He said: "I am here just to say thank you and thank you. I want to say and appreciate everybody for the fact that since we came to office, we have not recorded a single strike in our state. I want to say I am grateful to teachers and I am grateful to entire workers for this feat.

"I am grateful for your true love, I am grateful for your understanding, I am grateful for honouring my mum and my parents, my mum is not here again but she belonged to this profession and you are treating me as your son.

"Whatever are your rightful demands, when you bring them to my attention, you can be rest assured that they will receive my speedy attention. In the last three years and seven months, I have enjoyed tremendous and undiluted support from you and I cannot recall any Governor that has enjoyed that kind of grace.

"It is a grace that I will not take for granted and it is a grace that I will continue to pray to God that I will continue to do things that will always make us to be friends."

Senate Leader and Chairman of the Oyebanji Re-election Campaign Council, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, canvassed the support of NLC and ASUSS for Oyebanji's re-election which he noted would deliver better welfare package for them.

Bamidele also charged them on the need to deliver massive votes for President Bola Tinubu in the January 2027 presidential poll on the strength of what Ekiti has so far benefited under the APC-led Federal Government.

The forum was attended by the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye; Director General of the Campaign Council and the lawmaker representing Ekiti North in the Senate, Senator Cyril Fasuyi; Secretary to the State Government, Prof Habibat Adubiaro; Head of Service, Dr Folakemi Olomojobi; Chief of Staff to the Governor/Secretary of the Campaign Council, Mr Oyeniyi Adebayo; retired labour chieftains, among others.

Ekiti APC Senatorial Excos Hail Adaramodu’s Re-Emergence for National Assembly.

Ekiti APC Senatorial Excos Hail Adaramodu’s Re-Emergence for National Assembly.

The Ekiti South Senatorial Executive of the All Progressives Congress has congratulated Senator Yemi Raphael Adaramodu on his emergence as the party’s candidate to represent Ekiti South Senatorial District again at the National Assembly.

The executives described his victory at the primary election as a reflection of the confidence reposed in him by party members and stakeholders across the district.

In a statement issued on Monday by the Senatorial Chairman, High Chief Akindele Akinbobola, and made available to journalists through the Senatorial Secretary, Afuye Oluwaseun, the APC leaders praised Adaramodu for what they called his outstanding legislative performance and unwavering commitment to the development of Ekiti South.

According to the statement, the senator has continued to distinguish himself through quality representation, effective contributions on the floor of the Senate, and impactful constituency engagements.

The executives noted that Adaramodu’s re-emergence was well deserved considering his dedication to the ideals of the APC and his consistent efforts towards improving the welfare of the people.

“Senator Yemi Raphael Adaramodu has remained a strong voice for the people of Ekiti South Senatorial District. His leadership capacity, political experience, and commitment to democratic growth have continued to earn him the trust and admiration of the people,” the statement read.

The party executives expressed confidence that the senator would continue to facilitate meaningful development projects, attract democratic dividends to the district, and uphold the interests of the people at the National Assembly.

They also commended party leaders, delegates, and members for conducting themselves peacefully during the primary election, describing the exercise as transparent, credible, and democratic.

The executives, however, called on all APC members in the district to remain united and work collectively towards ensuring victory for the party in the forthcoming general elections.

They further prayed for wisdom, strength, and greater success for Adaramodu as he prepares for another term of service at the National Assembly.

𝗘𝗞𝗜𝗧𝗜 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗬𝗘𝗠𝗜 𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗨 𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗦 𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗢𝗨𝗦.

𝗘𝗞𝗜𝗧𝗜 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗬𝗘𝗠𝗜 𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗨 𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗦 𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗢𝗨𝗦.

The overwhelming victory recorded by Sen. Yemi Adaramodu in the just-concluded APC Senatorial Primary Election stands as a loud testament to the enduring trust, confidence, and love the good people of Ekiti South Senatorial District have for purposeful and people-oriented leadership. With a convincing 12,200 votes, the distinguished senator has once again demonstrated that genuine service, accessibility, loyalty to party ideals, and effective representation will always resonate with the people above noise and propaganda.

Senator Adaramodu expresses profound gratitude to party leaders, delegates, stakeholders, youths, women groups, and the entire APC family across Ekiti South for standing firmly with him throughout the process. This victory is not merely personal; it belongs to every progressive-minded constituent who believes in continuity, stability, and quality representation at the National Assembly. Your unflinching support and commitment shall never be taken for granted.

The senator reassures the people that this renewed mandate will further strengthen his resolve to continue delivering quality representation, effective legislation, empowerment programmes, infrastructural facilitation, and strong advocacy for the development of Ekiti South. He remains committed to being the voice of the people and ensuring that the district continues to reap the visible benefits of democracy through responsive and impactful leadership.

As the political journey progresses towards the general elections, Senator Adaramodu passionately urges all APC faithful and the entire people of Ekiti South to remain united and mobilised for the victory of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO), President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (PBAT), and all APC candidates in the National Assembly and other elective positions. Together, with unity, loyalty, and collective determination, APC shall continue to record resounding victories across all elections for the progress of Ekiti State and Nigeria at large.

Signed:

Senator Yemi Adaramodu.

Senate Spokesperson, Federal Republic of Nigeria.

VENITE UNIVERSITY NURSING STUDENTS KICK OFF NUNSA WEEK WITH HYPERTENSION AWARENESS RALLY AND FREE BP CHECKS.

VENITE UNIVERSITY NURSING STUDENTS KICK OFF NUNSA WEEK WITH HYPERTENSION AWARENESS RALLY AND FREE BP CHECKS.

The 2026 NUNSA Week celebration commenced with an Awareness Day campaign focused on hypertension, as nursing students of National Universities Nursing Students Association gathered at the university main hall for the official flag off of the awareness rally and walk.

Holding the NUNSA banner with pride, the students moved in excitement from the main hall to the Administrative Office, where they were warmly received by the University PRO, Mr. David Babatunde Ojeifo, the Registrar, Dr. Ezekiel Agbaje, and the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Charity Aremu. 

Addressing the students, the Vice Chancellor congratulated them on the successful commencement of the week long celebration and commended their commitment to health advocacy.

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NASS Primaries: Bamidele, Fasuyi, Adaramodu Emerge APC Senatorial Candidates.

NASS Primaries: Bamidele, Fasuyi, Adaramodu Emerge APC Senatorial Candidates.

The All Progressive Congress (APC) has concluded its senatorial primary elections in Ekiti State, with Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Senator Cyril Fasuyi and Senator Yemi Adaramodu emerging candidates for Ekiti Central, Ekiti North and Ekiti South Senatorial Districts respectively.

Announcing the results in Ado Ekiti on Monday night, the Chairman of the Primary Election Committee and Chief Returning Officer, Asipa Wasiu Adedoyin, declared Senetor Opeyemi Bamidele winner of the Ekiti Central Senatorial District primary election having contested alone and polled  29,586 votes.

For Ekiti North Senatorial District, the committee declared incumbent Senator Cyril Fasuyi winner after polling 14,179 votes to defeat a former Member of the Senate, Senator Ayo Arise, who scored 4,868 votes and Engr Bamisaye Oladipupo who polled 3,694 in the keenly contested exercise

Similarly, in Ekiti South Senatorial District primary, Senator Yemi Adaramodu secured 12,200 votes to emerge winner, defeating a former National Assembly member, Senator Biodun Olujimi, who polled 7,420 votes and Hon Bamidele Faparusi who polled 5,502 votes. 

Adedoyin commended party members for the peaceful conduct of the exercise across the three senatorial districts, describing the process as transparent and in line with the guidelines of the party.

GUBER POLL: EKITI LG WORKERS PLEDGE TO DELIVER 200,000 VOTES FOR OYEBANJI.

GUBER POLL: EKITI LG WORKERS PLEDGE TO DELIVER 200,000 VOTES FOR OYEBANJI.

….As Teachers adopt Gov as preferred candidate.

Ahead of the June 20 Governorship election in Ekiti State, local government workers in the State have promised to deliver not less 200,000 votes to boost Governor Biodun Oyebanji's re-election.

The local government workers disclosed this in Ado- Ekiti on Monday during an engagement with Governor Oyebanji at their secretariat in Ado Ekiti, just as teachers in the state also adopted Oyebanji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag bearer, as their preferred candidate, assuring him of their massive votes for being a teacher-friendly governor and for prioritising their welfare.

The governor brought smiles to the faces of the local government workers and teachers with an assurance of the payment of their outstanding leave bonuses along with their May salaries.

Oyebanji used the opportunity of the interface to allay the fear of workers that second term administration usually bring suffering for workers, stressing that the fear of God in him and the compassion he has would not allow him to inflict hardship on the people after being re-election for a second term. 

The Governor urged the council workers and teachers to use their massive votes to appreciate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,  noting that the significant strides made by his administration would not have been possible but for the support of the President .

Apparently impressed by improved welfare they had so far enjoyed from Oyebanji, the local government workers who described the governor as their "friend" assured him of their overwhelming support at the poll stressing that they would  use their numerical strength to boost his re-election.

The teachers who noted that the fact that Oyebanji's parents were teachers has made him their "son" adding that  they have adopted him as their preferred candidate on the strength of his commitment to their welfare and providing them conducive working environment since coming to office.

The teachers also disclosed that they have set up structures across the 16 local government to mobilize and educate voters on the need to re- elect Oyebanii for a second term.

The state NULGE President, Comrade Oluseyi Olatunde, who reeled out various benefits reaped by union members and local government pensioners so far from the Oyebanji administration said the workers and the union leaders have resolved  and concluded to give the governor not less than 200,000 votes.

He said: "Leadership is best judged by impact and your administration has undoubtedly made positive impact in the lives of workers. It is therefore not surprising that we workers and union members are willing to reciprocate your good gestures by supporting your second term.

"Your Excellency as far as we are concerned, we have deliberated and we have concluded to give you 200,000 votes. We believe your continuity will further consolidate achievements already recorded under your administration.

"We are confident that your second term will provide greater opportunities for more developmental projects, improved workers' welfare, youth empowerment and sustainable economic growth in our dear state."

The State NUT Chairman, Comrade Lawrence Egbeyemi, said Ekiti teachers are happy with Oyebanji and expressed belief that they will be happier during his second term having wormed his way into the hearts of teachers with various welfarist policies and gestures.

Egbeyemi said: "You have performed well in office and recorded unprecedented achievements in the education sector. Your love for teachers and passion for education are innate and genuine."

Expressing confidence that he would win the forthcoming governorship poll, Oyebanji canvassed a high vote tally in Ekiti noting that the delivery of a minimum of 500,000 votes would boost President Tinubu's re-election bid as expectations are high for him to get higher figure from his home base or South West.

The governor enjoined local government workers and teachers to influence their spouses, parents, friends, people in their places of worship and in their neighbourhoods and communities to vote massively for APC at the Ekiti governorship election and the 2027 presidential poll.

Oyebanji urges RMAFC’s support for Ekiti development.

Oyebanji urges RMAFC’s support for Ekiti development.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has solicited the support of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) for sustainable development of the state by addressing the revenue accruable to the State from the Federation account. 

Governor Oyebanji made the call in Ado- Ekiti on Monday when he received a team from the Commission led by one of its federal commissioners, Hon Wumi Ogunlola. He said while  previous efforts of the commission has yet to yield positive result for the state, he is hopeful that the current efforts would give Ekiti a better deal so that the state would move up the revenue ladder.

While acknowledging various efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at ensuring that the subnational are at the top of financial situation in their states, Governor Oyebanji commended the President for the bold step he took to rejig the economy as well as being intentional in the drive to give breathing space to the states to perform effectively and efficiently.

The Governor also assured the commission that his administration will continue to support it because of the importance and strategic position of RMAFC in the drive to make it achieve its desired success. 

He implored them to visit some on-going projects to really appreciate the shared prosperity agenda and support the vision of his administration.

“We have a President now that is intentional and that also wants the sub-nationals to breath, and based on that, we are going to give every necessary support to you, and that is why I've invited ministries that have one or two things to do with you, and we hope that this will be a new beginning in the relationship between the state and RMAFC, I have absolute confidence in your ability to do what is right.

“Please go out and see what we have done and you see the reason why we need help. When you look at the revenue ladder, you will see that it's either we are the last or we are second to the last. But that is not even the problem, We just want to be treated fairly and we want to be treated as part of the subnational because we contribute our quota to the development of the country. He stated.

Speaking earlier, the leader of the team, Hon Wumi Ogunlola said RMAFC members are in the state to validate the integrity and accuracy of the data that will ultimately inform the distribution of revenue across the Federation. She added that the revenue allocation system was built on a set of indices that seek to ensure fairness, equity, and justice in the sharing of national resources as well as the evolution of the socio-economic realities where population dynamics change, infrastructure expands, developmental gaps shift, and new challenges emerge.

Hon Ogunlola said the team will collaborate with state ministries, departments, agencies to ensure accurate and credible data verification and collection that reflects on-ground realities. She also sought the state government’s assistance and cooperation in providing access to relevant data and records; designating competent liaison officers to work with the team; facilitate access to Local Government Areas as well as ensure a conducive environment for the exercise.

While asserting that the outcome of this exercise will have significant implications for the Federation as a whole and for Ekiti State in particular, Ogunlola used the opportunity to assure government of its commitment to professionalism, transparency, and objectivity throughout the exercise adding that members of the team have been carefully selected and trained to carry out the assignment with the highest level of integrity, in line with national and international best practices.

The meeting was also attended by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof Habibat  Adubiaro, Chief of Staff, Mr Niyi Adebayo, Commissioners for Health and Human Services, Dr Oyebanji Filani, Education, Dr Bimpe Aderiye; Local Government Affairs, Chief Folorunso Olabode; Executive Chairman of the Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service Mr. Olaniran Olatona and Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode.