Post - Holiday Resumption; Akinbobola Charges Zero Tolerance For Gossips, Urges Excellence And Integrity In Service Delivery.

Post - Holiday Resumption; Akinbobola Charges Zero Tolerance For Gossips, Urges Excellence And Integrity In Service Delivery. 

By Asubiojo G. O

In a heartfelt and purpose-driven address marking the resumption of duties after the festive break, the Administrative Head of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government, Mrs. Akinbobola Deborah-Bosede, in her enthusiastic monthly chats with the IILG information Dept crew on Tuesday ,led by Mr Asubiojo,has gracefully reminded staff that every new beginning carries the seed of renewed responsibility and excellence.

She gently, yet firmly, on the course of the chat ,enjoined all personnel to rise with diligence and commitment, embracing their respective assignments with a spirit that reflects dedication, integrity, and professionalism. Like the dawn that follows the night, she urged them "to awaken to the demands of service, ensuring that their contributions echo progress and productivity within the system".

With a deeply spiritual undertone, Mrs Akinbobola,encouraged staff to embody unblemished morality and genuine love towards one another—drawing inspiration from the selfless Agape love exemplified by Christ on the cross of Calvary. In her words, "the power of the resurrection stands as a divine assurance that every dormant blessing, every delayed hope, and every weakened strength shall rise again into fulfillment".

Mrs. Akinbobola further painted a vision of an ethically grounded workforce—one where punctuality becomes a culture, diligence a lifestyle, and excellence a shared identity. She cautioned against the corrosive habits of eye-service, gossip, and backbiting, describing them as "silent saboteurs that hinder collective growth and diminish the dignity of public service".

In a tone of appreciation and forward-looking unity, she highlighted the importance of recognizing and supporting the impactful leadership of the Governor of Ekiti State, His Excellency, Governor Oyebanji Abayomi,whose unwavering commitment to the welfare of local government staff continues to yield visible transformation.

 She noted that demonstrating gratitude through steadfast support in the forthcoming gubernatorial election would not only consolidate these gains but also inspire greater achievements across the local government system.

She also called for unwavering loyalty and dedicated support for the dynamic and visionary Chairman of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government, Honourable Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga, whose leadership she described as "balanced, progressive, and game-changing". She emphasized that collective alignment with such leadership fosters growth, unity, and sustainable development.

In rounding off her down to heart chats, Mrs. Akinbobola Deborah-Bosede reaffirmed that loyalty, discipline, unity, and professional excellence remain the pillars upon which a thriving administrative system is built. She left the staff with a resonating message—"that through commitment, love, and a shared vision, the Local Government shall not only function but flourish".

 

Mr Asubiojo, the Director of information and Civic Orientation Department,in his gentle and charismatic posture, equally appreciated the HLA, Mrs Akinbobola for the monthly interactive engagement, stating that"where duty meets devotion and service is ultimately crowned with sincerity, progress becomes inevitable ".

Ekiti Government Launches Statewide Livestock Vaccination Drive, Targets Zero Mortality.

Ekiti Government Launches Statewide Livestock Vaccination Drive, Targets Zero Mortality.

The Ekiti State Government, through the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PRES) Project, has officially launched a statewide mass vaccination campaign aimed at reducing livestock mortality to near-zero levels while enhancing animal health and overall sector productivity.

The flag-off ceremony, held in Ado Ekiti, served as a strategic platform to reaffirm the government’s commitment to mitigating the impact of transboundary animal diseases.

Speaking at the event, the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Ebenezer Boluwade, underscored the administration’s proactive approach to safeguarding livestock assets and strengthening sector resilience.

He noted that the vaccination exercise is a key intervention under the L-PRES framework, designed to prevent recurrent disease outbreaks that have historically eroded farmers’ incomes and disrupted value chain stability.

According to him, maintaining a healthy livestock population is critical to achieving food security, improving rural livelihoods, and sustaining agricultural growth.

Boluwade further disclosed that the campaign targets high-impact diseases, including Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP), Newcastle disease, and Foot and Mouth Disease—major threats that continue to constrain livestock productivity.

In his remarks, the State Project Coordinator of L-PRES, Mr. Olayinka Adedipe, emphasized the operational importance of the initiative in reducing mortality rates and improving herd performance.

He revealed that thousands of vaccine doses have been procured through the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development to ensure comprehensive coverage across all local government areas.

Adedipe called on livestock farmers to actively collaborate with field teams, stressing that preventive healthcare remains the most cost-effective and scalable strategy for disease control and sector sustainability.

Also speaking, veterinary inoculator Dr. Ayo Ogunrinde highlighted the economic implications of unmanaged livestock diseases, noting that they significantly reduce productivity and profitability.

He reiterated that consistent vaccination protocols are essential for protecting livestock investments and improving the quality and safety of animal-derived products.

Farmers in attendance commended the initiative, describing it as timely and responsive to current sector challenges, particularly amid rising disease risks and input costs.

The vaccination exercise will be implemented statewide, with trained veterinary personnel deployed to ensure efficient administration, monitoring, and reporting.

The Ekiti State Government reaffirmed its commitment to rolling out targeted interventions that will deepen value chain integration, enhance biosecurity standards, and position the livestock sector as a key driver of economic growth and food security.

FUOYE Vice Chancellor Rewards Venite Students Media Team with Instant Cash Gift for Outstanding Professionalism.

FUOYE Vice Chancellor Rewards Venite Students Media Team with Instant Cash Gift for Outstanding Professionalism.

The Vice Chancellor of Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Professor Joshua O. Ogunwole, has commended the Students Media Team of Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti, for their exceptional display of professionalism, competence, and composure during the recent courtesy visit by the university’s management team to FUOYE. This was after Venite University Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charity Aremu delightfully presented the University student media team as manifesting their skill in entrepreneurship despite their chosen course of study.

Professor Ogunwole expressed admiration for the students’ high level of coordination and media expertise throughout the visit, noting that their performance reflected strong training and dedication to their craft. He particularly remarked on his delight upon learning that the media team members were current students of Venite University, describing their conduct as both inspiring and commendable.

Encouraging the team to sustain their excellent standard, the Vice Chancellor urged them to remain committed to their academic pursuits while continuing to develop their media skills. As a mark of his appreciation and satisfaction, Professor Ogunwole rewarded the team with a cash gift, which was transferred to them immediately.

In response, the visibly excited students expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Vice Chancellor for his kind words and generous gesture. They described his remarks as fatherly and motivating, assuring him of their continued dedication to both their academic responsibilities and their chosen path in media practice as emerging entrepreneurs.

The memorable moment concluded with a photograph session between the Vice Chancellor and the elated members of the Venite University Students Media Team, capturing a shared sense of achievement and encouragement.

The team was led by the Public Relations Officer of Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti, David Babatunde Ojeifo, ANIPR, whose leadership further underscored the professionalism exhibited by the group.

 

David Babatunde Ojeifo, Anipr

PRO, Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti

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Ekiti Marks World Autism Awareness Day with ‘BAO Walk’, Expands Capacity for Early Screening. ‎

Ekiti Marks World Autism Awareness Day with ‘BAO Walk’, Expands Capacity for Early Screening.

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‎The Ekiti State Government on Thursday stepped up efforts to promote inclusion and early intervention for children with autism as top officials and stakeholders embarked on a symbolic awareness walk to commemorate World Autism Awareness Day.

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‎The event, tagged “BAO Walk for Autism,” saw participants trek from the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH) to the state Therapy Centre in Ado Ekiti, in a campaign designed to deepen public understanding of autism and reinforce support for the neurodivergent community.

‎Leading the initiative, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Education and Social Inclusion, Princess Adetoun Agboola, disclosed that the state had recorded a major milestone in building local capacity to manage autism, revealing that 50 personnel had been trained free of charge to screen children for the condition independently.

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‎She explained that the training, facilitated in partnership with a United States-based organisation, Spark A Spectrum, would reduce reliance on external experts and enhance early detection across the state.

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‎Princess Agboola acknowledged the critical role of Spark A Spectrum, led by Dr Loukia Tsami of the Centre for Autism and Developmental Services, University of Houston, USA, in equipping the trained personnel with effective skills and modern techniques for autism screening.

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‎According to her, while screening differs from clinical diagnosis, it plays a critical role in guiding proper placement decisions and ensuring that affected children receive appropriate treatment and support.

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‎Princess Agboola noted that many children currently undergoing care at the state’s therapy centre have shown significant improvement, attributing the progress to sustained government investment and a compassionate policy direction under Governor Biodun Oyebanji.

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‎She described autism as a developmental condition often characterised by challenges in communication, social interaction and repetitive behaviours, stressing the need for increased awareness and professional expertise.

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‎The Special Adviser further revealed that the government had sponsored a rehabilitation scientist for specialised training outside the state to strengthen the pool of experts handling autism cases in Ekiti.

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‎Reaffirming the administration’s commitment to persons with disabilities, she said several initiatives had been introduced to improve their welfare and ensure inclusivity in line with the governor’s development agenda.

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‎Also speaking, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr Niyi Adebayo, said the awareness walk had broadened his understanding of autism, particularly its sensitivity, and underscored the importance of collective support for affected children.

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‎He stressed that children with autism possess great potential and can excel beyond expectations if given the right care and opportunities.

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‎Mr Adebayo commended Governor Oyebanji for prioritising inclusive governance and investing in programmes that cater to vulnerable groups, adding that the administration’s shared prosperity agenda ensures that no segment of society is left behind.

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‎Similarly, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Peju Babafemi, described children with autism as “little champions” capable of making meaningful contributions to society despite their challenges.

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‎She noted that autism cuts across all social classes, affecting children from both privileged and less privileged backgrounds, but expressed optimism that early intervention and sustained care would continue to yield positive outcomes.

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‎Describing the awareness walk as an eye-opener, Mrs Babafemi said the initiative aligns with government policies aimed at empowering persons with disabilities and promoting their full participation in society.

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‎In his contribution, an Occupational Therapist, Mr Michael Akande, educated participants on therapeutic approaches and care strategies for children with autism, highlighting practical methods used in managing the condition and improving behavioural outcomes.

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‎Dignitaries at the event included the Hon. Akin Rotimi, ‎Member, Federal House of Representatives, Chairman Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) Comr. Olatunde Kolapo, Head of Service; Dr. Folakemi Olomojobi, Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oyebanji Filani; Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Akin Oyebode;  SA/DG, OTSD, Dr. John Moyo Ekundayo; SA/DG Bureau of Special Project, Hon. Bunmi Talabi, SA/DG Bureau of Public Procurement, Hon. James Folorunso, Arch. Tope Ogunleye and Wife of the speaker, Mrs Adenike Aribasoye. 

Others were the D.G Bureau of Civic Orientation and Citizenship Mrs. Olawunmi Famuyiwa, alongside with medical professionals Prof Paul Olowoyo, A neuro-pediatrician from Federal Medical Centre Ido-Ekiti, Dr. Adebisi a pediatrician from the Ekiti State Teaching Hospital, Ado Ekiti Among Several other Medical Professionals Permanent Secretaries across MDAs and representatives of non-governmental organisations among others.

Ekiti deepens agricultural reform drive with SAPZ training.

Ekiti deepens agricultural reform drive with SAPZ training.

The Ekiti State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to agricultural transformation following the participation of staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and key agro-stakeholders in a train-the-trainer certification programme at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan.

The State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr Ebenezer Boluwade, said the initiative underscores the government’s determination to strengthen institutional capacity and ensure effective participation in the Special Agro-Processing Zone (SAPZ) programme.

Boluwade explained that the training was facilitated by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture in collaboration with the Global Center on Adaptation for states selected by the African Development Bank Group under the SAPZ Phase II initiative.

According to him, the programme focused on critical areas including soil health management and seed systems development, equipping participants with tools to promote sustainable agricultural practices and improve productivity.

The Commissioner added that participants engaged in practical sessions, field assessments and hands-on training in digital soil health and fertility mapping, as well as climate-resilient seed system digitisation aimed at improving traceability and adaptability.

The Commissioner said the training also emphasised the need to strengthen agricultural value chains, improve processing efficiency and create employment opportunities across the sector.

Boluwade noted that the initiative, which  aligns with the agricultural agenda of Gov. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, is expected to enhance farmers’ productivity and deepen stakeholders’ understanding of the impact of climate change on agriculture.

He said the programme would encourage the adoption of data-driven farming practices, boost agro-processing, improve investor confidence and ultimately strengthen food security in the state.

World Autism Day: EKSG reaffirms commitment to autism support, Inclusivity.

World Autism Day: EKSG reaffirms commitment to autism support, Inclusivity.

Ekiti State government has restated its unalloyed commitment to campaigns aimed at dispelling misconceptions and fostering inclusivity for individuals with autism in the State by ensuring adequate support in the area of finance, healthcare and manpower.

The Chief of Staff to Ekiti State Governor, Mr Niyi Adebayo, stated this in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday while leading an autism awareness and sensitization campaign walk to commemorate the 2026 World Autism Day. He called on parents with such special children to bring them out for necessary attention stressing that there is still hope for them to live a meaningful life.

“We have therapists, teachers we have well-trained qualified personnel who can diagnose these children, examine them, and then tell us what the conditions are, and we can start working with them on how to move them towards being normal. And there are records  all over the world of children who have autism, who later became normal or near normal such that if you didn't know their history before, you may not even know they were autistic.”

While x-raying the theme for this year’s celebration, "Spark the Spectrum" Adebayo stressed the need for governments and stakeholders to move beyond mere awareness advocacy to strengthen diagnostic, therapeutic and educational services for children and adults on the spectrum.

Adebayo called on all stakeholders to foster a culture of inclusivity, as a departure to persistent discrimination against individuals with autism, particularly in education, healthcare, and employment. He pledged increase government’s funding and policy support to strengthen diagnostic, therapeutic and educational services for children and adults on the spectrum with the aim of creating a society where every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

He also thanked Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his support for the Special Education and Social Inclusion Agency led by Princess Adetoun Agboola,  who, according to him, continues to do an excellent job supporting those who are living with different conditions of autism in Ekiti State.

Also speaking at the event, the Special Adviser on Special Education and Social Inclusion, Princess Adetoun Agboola commended Governor Oyebanji for being an ardent supporter of Persons with Disabilities with the introduction of many initiatives that ensure that they are well included in the society. 

She said the annual autism day is designed to create awareness by reminding the society to respond with compassion and concrete action to support autistic children. 

Agboola, who revealed plans to expand early screening services, said Ekiti State has achieved a major milestone in the training of about 50 staff to carry out effective screening for autism, noting that screening is different from diagnosing.

The awareness walk took place from the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital Complex to the Therapy Centre for Children with Disabilities,  Old Governor’s Office, Ado-Ekiti. 

Top government officials who participated in the awareness walk included a member of House Representatives, Hon Akin Rotimi; Chairman Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC); Comrade Olatunde Kolapo; members of the state executive council including Commissioners for Finance, Mr Akintunde Oyebode; Health and Human Services, Dr Oyebanji Filani; Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Peju Babafemi;  the  Head of Service, Dr Folakemi Olomojobi; Special Adviser OTSD, Dr Moyo Ekundayo;  and Special Adviser Special Projects, Bunmi Talabi; among others.

Agbeyewa Hosts 3rd Annual Ekiti Traditional Rulers’ Retreat.

Agbeyewa Hosts 3rd Annual Ekiti Traditional Rulers’ Retreat.

...Advancing Culture, Leadership, and Nigeria’s Cassava Industrial Transformation.

Agbeyewa Farms Limited, a leading agribusiness platform under Cavista Holdings, will host its annual Ekiti Traditional Rulers’ Retreat on April 15, 2026, at the iconic Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort and Conference Centre, Ekiti State.

Now in its third year, the retreat has evolved into a flagship platform for engaging Ekiti’s revered traditional rulers, strengthening collaboration between royal institutions and modern agricultural enterprise in driving community development, food security, and inclusive economic growth.

Agbeyewa continues to lead a bold transformation of Nigeria’s cassava value chain, spanning cultivation, aggregation, processing, and agro-trading, while creating sustainable livelihoods and empowering rural communities at scale. This commitment is further reinforced through its role as the agricultural supply engine powering the emerging Matna Cassava Industrial Platform (MCIP), a cornerstone of Cavista Holdings’ Food and Agriculture strategy.

This year’s event will convene distinguished royal fathers, government leaders, and key stakeholders across the agricultural ecosystem. The governor of Ekiti State, His Excellency, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji is expected to  declare the event open. While other senior Government officials and industry leaders, are expected at the gathering.

His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja II), will serve as Royal Father of the Day. The Chairman of the Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers, HRM Oba Dr. Adejimi Samuel Adu (Agirilala II), Ogoga of Ikere-Ekiti, will lead participating monarchs from across the state.

The event will also feature a keynote address by the Vice Chancellor of Venite University, Ekiti, Prof. Charity Aremu, on the theme: “Driving Economic Transformation Through Sustainable Agricultural Development."

Beyond a convening, the retreat represents a strategic alignment between tradition and enterprise, reinforcing Agbeyewa’s vision to build a globally competitive cassava ecosystem rooted in cultural heritage, partnership, and sustainable prosperity.

At the heart of this vision is the Matna Cassava Industrial Platform (MCIP), an integrated framework designed to accelerate Nigeria’s cassava industrialization through three critical pillars of value creation:

Security of Supply,  anchored by Agbeyewa Farms through large-scale cultivation and community-based farming partnerships

Processing Scalability, enabled by Matna Foods’ industrial processing capabilities

Market Expansion and Revenue Sustainability, driven by Cavista Holdings’ global market development and strategic partnerships

Together, this integrated platform positions Nigeria to emerge as a global leader in cassava-based food and industrial ingredient production, while delivering inclusive economic growth across rural communities.

The program will also feature a strategic address on Cavista Holdings’ Food and Agriculture Industrialization Platform, highlighting how the integration of agricultural supply, industrial processing, and global market access is shaping the next phase of cassava transformation in Nigeria.

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Agbeyewa Farms Limited