By Olamide Akinwumi
The First Lady of Ekiti State, Prof. Olayemi Oyebanji, has donated a variety of sports equipment to support and inspire young athletes across the state.
The donation, which includes footballs, volleyballs, skipping ropes, whistles, and other essential sporting items, was presented on behalf of the First Lady by her Senior Special Assistant on Political Matters, Hon. Toyin Adepoju.
Speaking during the presentation, Adepoju said the gesture reflects Prof. Oyebanji’s deep commitment to youth development through sports, adding that it aligns with the broader vision of Governor Biodun Oyebanji to promote youth empowerment and job creation across the state.
“The First Lady believes strongly in the potential of sports to change lives. This donation is part of her ongoing efforts to nurture talents and provide young people with the tools they need to succeed,” Adepoju said.
The generous act showcases her commitment to nurturing young talents and supporting the Governor's administration pillar of youth empowerment and job creation.
In his remarks, the Technical Assistant on Sports Development to the Governor, Dr. Olusola Osetoba, commended Prof. Oyebanji for her consistent love and commitment to sports development in the state, particularly her strong support for the Ekiti Queens Football Club, fondly known as the BAORESS Babes.
“Her Excellency has always stood by the sporting community. Her motherly backing for Ekiti Queens FC and other young athletes continues to boost morale and performance. She is not just a supporter, but a key driver of sports transformation in Ekiti,” Osetoba said.
Prof. Oyebanji has continued to show keen interest in the welfare of the state’s sporting community, with stakeholders describing her efforts as a “motherly touch” that has uplifted morale and reinvigorated grassroots sports in the state.
Residents and sports enthusiasts have hailed the initiative as a “fantastic leap forward” in Ekiti’s sporting journey, expressing optimism that the state will continue to produce world-class talents with the right support structures in place.
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