IKOGOSI WARM SPRINGS RESORT RAISES THE BAR WITH FOURTH CONSECUTIVE HMCA SPONSORSHIP.

IKOGOSI WARM SPRINGS RESORT RAISES THE BAR WITH FOURTH CONSECUTIVE HMCA SPONSORSHIP.

Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort has once again reinforced its growing reputation as a leader in Nigeria’s hospitality ecosystem, marking its fourth consecutive sponsorship of the Hotel Managers Conference Africa (HMCA) 2026.

The prestigious gathering will bring together industry leaders, investors, operators, consultants, and key stakeholders from across the continent to foster strategic partnerships, drive measurable business outcomes, and shape the future of hospitality in Africa.

Since 2022, the resort has consistently projected its unique blend of natural beauty, warmth, and premium hospitality, anchored on a structured management system, a culture of professionalism, and seamless interdepartmental synergy. This sustained commitment has culminated in its official unveiling as a key sponsor of the 8th edition of the conference, widely regarded as Africa’s foremost platform for hospitality leadership and innovation.

The General Manager of Glocient Hospitality, Sharafa ‘Lanre Balogun, alongside other senior executives, will attend the conference scheduled to hold at the Grand Ballroom of Lagos Continental, Victoria Island, Lagos, from July 11 to 12.

According to Glocient Hospitality authorities, “Conferences like HMCA are not a luxury but a necessity for professionals committed to excellence in the hospitality industry. They play a vital role in developing not just the facilities we represent, but the people who run them, our teams, managers, and leaders. It is in forums like this that operational excellence is refined, ideas are tested, and real growth is achieved.

Beyond that, HMCA offers a valuable platform for networking, reconnecting with industry peers, and building relationships that strengthen the entire ecosystem. If we are serious about raising hospitality standards in Nigeria, then being present in rooms like this is part of the responsibility.”

The organizers were also commended for their deliberate and sustained efforts in convening industry players with a clear focus on transforming the business environment.

Meanwhile, the Conference Convener, Mr. Olugbenga Sunday, applauded the Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort team for its consistent investment in people, systems, and industry advancement, values that strongly align with the vision of HMCA Africa. He described the sponsorship not merely as brand alignment, but as a bold statement of leadership and a clear belief in the immense growth potential of Africa's hospitality sector.

As an official sponsor, Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort will benefit from enhanced brand visibility, strategic engagement opportunities, and direct access to top decision-makers in the hospitality space. The platform also positions the resort to contribute meaningfully to thought leadership discussions shaping the future of hotel management across the continent.

Glocient Hospitality Limited, managers of Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort, remain steadfast in their commitment to delivering exceptional value to partners, guests, and the broader hospitality industry. This continued participation in HMCA further reinforces the resort’s strategic positioning as a forward-thinking brand at the forefront of industry development.

Bukola Fortune-Omosola

Senior Communications Specialist

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Adaramodu Picks APC Senatorial Form, Pledges Sustained Quality Representation.

Adaramodu Picks APC Senatorial Form, Pledges Sustained Quality Representation.

The Senate Spokesperson and lawmaker representing Ekiti South Senatorial District, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, on Wednesday obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to seek re-election for a second term.

Adaramodu said the move signalled his readiness to continue his legislative responsibilities and sustain what he described as “quality and people-centred representation” for the people of Ekiti South.

Speaking after obtaining the forms, the senator reaffirmed his commitment to consolidating on the achievements recorded during his first term in office, stressing the need for continuity in delivering impactful legislation and constituency projects.

He explained that his decision to seek another term was informed by appeals and encouragement from constituents, party stakeholders, and supporters across the senatorial district, who he said had expressed confidence in his leadership and performance.

Adaramodu also pledged to deepen engagement with his constituents to ensure their voices are effectively represented at the National Assembly, while working to attract more developmental projects to the district.

APC stakeholders adopt Adaramodu as consensus candidate for Ekiti South senatorial race.

APC stakeholders adopt Adaramodu as consensus candidate for Ekiti South senatorial race.

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Ekiti South Senatorial District have affirmed Senator Adeyemi Raphael Adaramodu as the party’s consensus candidate for the 2027 senatorial election.

The decision, according to a letter of availment addressed to the APC Ekiti State chapter in Ado Ekiti, followed what the stakeholders described as “wide consultations” with party leaders and members across wards and local government areas in the district.

The stakeholders said the move was in line with the directive of the party to adopt consensus arrangements where possible, noting that the process enjoyed overwhelming support without any form of dissent.

They explained that the resolution was reached during a stakeholders’ meeting held on April 13, 2026, at the senatorial office located on Moshood Road, Ikere Ekiti.

The letter partly read, “Following due consultations with stakeholders, leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress across the district, we hereby affirm that Senator Adeyemi Raphael Adaramodu has emerged as the consensus candidate of our party for the position of senator in the forthcoming 2027 election.

“This decision reflects the collective will of party members and underscores the need for unity, stability and victory for the APC in Ekiti South Senatorial District.”

The stakeholders further urged the State Working Committee of the party to take necessary steps to formalise the candidacy of Adaramodu in line with party guidelines.

They added that minutes of the stakeholders’ meeting were attached to the letter as part of the documentation supporting the decision.

The document was jointly endorsed by key district officers, including the senatorial chairman, woman leader, youth leader, Public Relations Officer and secretary, acting on behalf of APC stakeholders in Ekiti South.

Ekiti former Governors re- affirm support for Oyebanji's re- election.

Ekiti former Governors re- affirm support for Oyebanji's re- election.

 

All former governors of Ekiti State, have, again reiterated  their support for the re- election of Governor Biodun Oyebanji for a second term in force, citing the Governor’s demonstrated capacity and all - round development of the state for their stand. 

The former governors:  Otunba Niyi Adebayo, Chief Ayodele Fayose, Chief Segun Oni and Dr Kayode Fayemi, said the June 20 governorship election is going to be a referendum and not a fierce contest giving Oyebanji’s excellent record of performance in the past three and a half years. 

Branding Oyebanji as representing what they christened "Ekiti Agenda", the former governors who spoke at the flag off of re- election campaign in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday, urged the electorate to massively vote for him and his Deputy, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye in the impending poll for the good works being initiated by their administration to continue unhalted.

At the well attended event, the Governors of Imo State and Chairman, APC Governors' Forum, Hope Uzodinma, his counterparts in Kaduna, Uba Sani, Kogi, Usman Ododo, Edo, Monday Okpebholo, Delta, Sheriff Oborevwori and Ondo State, Lucky Ayedatiwa, were all present to solidarise with one of their own.

In the same fashion, the National Working Committee of the party, led by its Chairman, Prof Nentawe Yilwadta, National Secretary, Senator Basiru Ajibola and other national leaders, were in hand to lend support to the second term ambition of the governor.

Going by the way they spoke in turns, it was a consensual agreement among the former governors that Governor Oyebanji has surpassed the expectations of Ekiti people in terms of delivery, peace building and entrenchment of politics of unification, rather than that of bitterness and division. 

Former Governor Kayode Fayemi, who described himself as the "John the Baptist" of the Oyebanji's election in 2022, said Ouebanji is  "a child of destiny", expressing  gratitude to Ekiti people for their groundswell of support for his government.

Reminiscing on how Oyebanji emerged, Fayemi regaled the public with how his candidacy was  vehemently opposed in 2022, disclosing that those who were aggrieved then are now his ardent campaigners and supporters due to his capability and humility . 

"I am happy that he has not disappointed me, he has not disappointed  the state, the country and our great party. That is why we have all the governors and former governors here supporting him and asking the electorate to reelect him. 

"We know that this election has been won, but please, don't take anything for granted, let us go home and campaign. This is going to be a campaign of issues, campaign  of record, campaign of performance, it is not going to be campaign of recrimination and violence", Fayemi clarified. 

Speaking pointedly, former Governor Ayodele Fayose, said he decided to back Governor Oyebanji in running the affairs of the state smoothly, because he represents what he aptly called 'Ekiti Agenda".

Fayose, the leader of the People's Democratic Party in Ekiti State, averred that by political standing and affiliation, he ought to be the face of opposition, but decided to defer his anti-government posture until Governor Oyebanji wins reelection in 2026.

Fayose warned those having opposing views to play by the rules and stop acting as if they  were out and desperate  to destroy the house from the rooftop. 

"I am supposed to be the face of opposition in Ekiti State, but I have to do what I called Ekiti agenda. I am first Ekiti before becoming the governor. With the way this governor has united all of us together, I see him as representing Ekiti agenda and I have to support him.

"I will begin my opposition after he wins reelection. But for this coming election, we are standing and supporting him", Fayose said.

Waxing philosophical,  the first executive Governor of the state, Otunba Niyi Adebayo, said he was proud to have mentored Governor Oyebanji in art of leadership, saying he deserves being supported  by all the citizens.

"Ekiti people, if your child is doing well, one can't but be happy. Governor Oyebanji has done well. He has made all of us happy. Let us all come out on June 20 and cast our votes for him. 

"We are happy with what we have seen in the last three and half years. Let this good performance continue".

Lauding the governor for his impressive performance, former Governor Segun Oni, was emphatic that the aggregate of the  opinion polls across the strata of Ekiti pointed to the fact that they wanted the governor back, which he said was earned through the governor's hardwork and humility. 

"Just take a look at what all the speakers have said, this is: Governor Oyebanji must come back again. Let us go back home and mobilise in all our units, wards and local governments to realise this. It is a done deal. All Ekiti people are behind him.

"For the first time, let us elect a governor with a minimum of 500,000 votes in Ekiti. This has not happended before, but let us achieve  it this time. God will be with us", former governor Oni stated. 

In his short speech, Oyebanji who told the cheering crowd that he has fulfilled the social contract he signed with the people in 2022, praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for exhibiting  special interest for the development of the state and its people .

Oyebanji said: "We were here in 2022 to sign a contract with you. We thank God that we have been able to fulfil all these contracts. But all these were made possible because President Tinubu takes special interest in this state.

"In the 29 years of Ekiti creation, no President  has been fair to Ekiti like President  Tinubu. He reconstructed Ado-Akure road, Ado-Ifaki road and the notorious Ado-Aramoko road had been awarded for reconstruction among other projects.

"The way to repay him is to come out on June 20 and  test the microphone by giving us here in Ekiti a minimum of 500,000 votes, so that the good jobs we are doing can continue".

You’re a Worthy Ambassador of Academia, Oyebanji Hails SSG, Prof. Adubiaro at Inaugural Lecture.

You’re a Worthy Ambassador of Academia, Oyebanji Hails SSG, Prof. Adubiaro at Inaugural Lecture.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has described the Secretary to Ekiti State Government (SSG), Prof.  Habibat Adubiaro, as a good ambassador of the academic community in government, commending her intellectual depth and commitment to excellent service delivery as a public servant. 

The Governor made the remarks on Tuesday at 23rd inaugural lecture of the Federal University, Oye Ekiti, delivered by Prof. Adubiaro. 

 

Governor Oyebanji, who noted that Prof. Adubiaro’s  academic journey reflects an unwavering dedication to academic research, teaching and knowledge dissemination, said her achievements have brought pride to the state government and the academic community. He added that her ability to combine academic brilliance with effective governance underscores her exceptional capacity.

While congratulating the lecturer on the milestone, Governor Oyebanji  urged scholars and public office holders to emulate her example by bridging the gap between theory and practice, stressing the need to deploy academic knowledge in driving policy formulation and sustainable development.

The Governor said: “Llet me congratulate Prof. Adubiaro for the feat, I know this is the zenith of the academic profession. Let me thank you for being a partner in progress, thank you for your support. You are a good ambassador of this university, you are a good ambassador of the Muslim faith and you are a good ambassador of women, you combine everything and I must congratulate you and this university”.

In her lecture titled: “From Biodiversity to Biovalue, Compositional, Nutritional and Oleochemical Insights into some Underutilized Plant Resources, Prof Adubiaro, emphasized the importance of consuming a balanced variety of plant and animal-based diets, noting that such nutritional diversity, not only helps meets basic dietary needs but also helps protect the body against degenerative and aged related diseases.

She maintained that proper nutrition remains a key pillar of human and long-term wellbeing

Prof Adubiaro noted that the global food shortage currently being experienced in different parts of the world is neither a case of supernatural forces nor beyond solution. Rather, she described it as a challenge that can be addressed with deliberate and collective action. She therefore  called on all stakeholders to collaborate in promoting food sufficiency and safety, stressing that sustainable development is achievable only when people are conscious of what they consume.

Expressing her gratitude to Governor Oyebanji and other dignitaries for their support, Prof. Adubiaro said she remained committed to advancing knowledge and contributing meaningfully to society through both academic and public service.

Also at the inaugural lecture were, the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Wife of the Governor, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, Deputy Speaker, Ekiti State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Bolaji  Olagbaju; Head of Service, Dr (Mrs) Folakemi Olomojobi, Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr Niyi Adebayo; members of the State House of Assembly, members of the State Executive Council, Ewi of Ado Ekiti, Oba Rufus Adeyemo Adejugbe, among others.

Former Presidential Aide Ibrahim Kunle Olarewaju Picks Up APC Form for Ekiti North Constituency 2, Vows to Mobilize for Gov. Oyebanji’s Re-election.

Former Presidential Aide Ibrahim Kunle Olarewaju Picks Up APC Form for Ekiti North Constituency 2, Vows to Mobilize for Gov. Oyebanji’s Re-election.

 In a move that has significantly heightened the political stakes in Ekiti North, Hon. brahim Kunle Olarewaju has officially declared his intention to return to the Green Chamber by picking up his Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for the Ekiti North Federal Constituency 2 seat.

The entry of Olarewaju, a veteran legislator and legal practitioner, brings a formidable weight to the race for the constituency, which comprises Ido-Osi, Moba, and Ilejemeje Local Government Areas. Having previously served the constituency in the 9th National Assembly, his return to the fray is seen by many as a bid to consolidate on his previous legislative achievements and provide the high-octane representation that the district requires at the federal level.

Reinforcing his candidacy is his most recent high-level national service as the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on National Assembly Matters (House of Representatives). During his tenure in the Presidency, Olarewaju was the critical link between the Executive and the Legislature, a role that granted him deep insights into the "Renewed Hope" agenda and the inner workings of federal policy-making. Political analysts suggest that this presidential pedigree gives him a unique advantage, as he possesses the technical expertise and the political capital to attract federal projects back to Ekiti North.

The formalization of his bid took place at the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Secretariat in Abuja, where he obtained the 2026 nomination documents for a total sum of  ₦10,000,000 (Ten Million Naira). The purchase has been widely interpreted as a clear signal of his readiness to hit the ground running for the upcoming party primaries.

While championing his legislative ambition, Olarewaju has also taken a definitive stand on the state’s political future, pledging to lead a massive mobilization effort for the re-election of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO). He expressed total confidence in the Governor’s transformative leadership and vowed that his political machinery across Ido-Osi, Moba, and Ilejemeje would be fully activated to ensure a landslide victory for the Governor in the June 20 Gubernatorial election.

By aligning his federal experience with a grassroots commitment to the "Gov. BAO" continuity project, the former presidential aide is positioning himself as a bridge-builder who will ensure that the interests of Ekiti North Constituency 2 are firmly protected both in Ado-Ekiti and Abuja.

Adamawa Elders Outraged: ISWAP Massacre at Football Match Claims 29 Lives.

Adamawa Elders Outraged: ISWAP Massacre at Football Match Claims 29 Lives.

The Adamawa Progressive Elders Council has issued a blistering condemnation following a "barbaric" terrorist attack on Sabon Gari village, where at least 29 civilians were slaughtered during a local football match.

The massacre, attributed to fighters from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), occurred on Sunday, April 26, in the Guyaku District of Gombi Local Government Area. Reports indicate that the insurgents descended on the venue, opening fire on spectators and players before embarking on a spree of looting and arson.

In a statement released Tuesday, the Council’s leader, Brig-Gen MB Marwa (rtd), expressed profound shock over the brutality of the assault, describing it as a "senseless act of violence" and a "direct affront to the peace and security of our beloved state." The Council noted that the timing of the attack, targeting a community gathering for sport, was a calculated attempt to shatter the social fabric and burgeoning peace in the region.

While mourning the dead, the Elders Council praised the proactive stance taken by the state leadership. They specifically commended Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for his immediate visit to the bloodied community and his pledge to provide both justice for the perpetrators and "succor" for the survivors. The Council also extended sympathies to the Traditional Ruler of Gombi, HRM Aggrey Bechour-Ali, acknowledging his role in maintaining communal stability in the wake of the trauma.

The statement, signed by Ahmad I. Sajoh, Head of Media and Publicity, concluded with an urgent appeal to the residents of Adamawa State. The Council urged citizens to remain hyper-vigilant and cooperate with security agencies to prevent further incursions, stressing that the community must remain united in the face of such adversity.

As of Tuesday evening, security forces have reportedly intensified patrols in the Gombi axis to track the fleeing insurgents and reassure the grieving community of Sabon Gari of their continued safety.