Tinubu 'll Secure Nigeria, Smash Criminal Syndicates, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Assures Ekiti Obas.

Tinubu 'll Secure Nigeria, Smash Criminal Syndicates, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Assures Ekiti Obas.

...as monarchs call for review of kidnapping law, back state police. 

Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has assured Nigerians of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's unshakeable commitment to security of lives and properties of citizens through stronger internal security plan and building of security alliances with developed nations. 

The First Lady  said President Tinubu has entered into partnership with developed countries, like the United States of America and others, and taking internal security measures to smash those terrorising the country and stoking the fire of killings and kidnappings across the geopolitical zones. 

Senator Tinubu gave the assurance on Saturday, during her engagement with Ekiti State Traditional Rulers at a meeting held at Jibowu Hall, Government House, Ado- Ekiti during her one-day working visit to the state. 

Senator Tinubu, alongside Governor Biodun Oyebanji, Wife of the Vice President , Hajia Nana Shettima; the First Lady, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji;  Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele and  the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, and other top government officials were in attendance at the meeting. 

Addressing the monarchs, the First Lady, who described the horrendous cases of kidnappings, banditry and killings as highly disheartening, revealed that  the President is committed to making the country safe for all citizens. She said a lot of efforts were ongoing to further secure the country and stamp out criminality but which could not be divulged publicly. 

Senator  Tinubu thanked the traditional rulers for their support for President Tinubu and Governor Biodun Oyebanji, saying this has been a veritable impetus driving the two leaders  to give their best in terms of commitment to good governance. 

"It is disheartening that we have this insecurity. A lot of foreign countries are helping  our nation. The US and some other developed countries are helping us in this matter. Some of those terrorising us are non- Nigerians. No matter what happens, we shall overcome, Nigeria is too great to be intimidated. 

"Let us bear in mind that we have a great country. Challenges will come, but collectively, we can tackle them. I can assure you, we don't have Mondays or Sundays, the President is working  round the clock to get this matter resolved. At times, Mr President will sleep at 3:00am and God has been faithful. Let us be prayerful about our nation. It is prayers that have taken us this far. 

"We want to thank Ekiti people for the tremendous support they are giving the President. Kabiyesi, I thank you immensely for your love and care for Mr President and Governor Oyebanji". 

Cataloguing what her initiative has done in Ekiti State, Senator Tinubu, said the Renewed Hope Initiative, her brainchild, had built an ultra modern ICT at Ekiti State University to boost the digital education of the youths, while also endowing prizes to the tune of N200 million for the undergraduates to broaden the scope of scholarship scheme in the institution. 

The Nigeria's First Lady added that her initiative had  empowered another  2,000 traders with N50,000 each to engage them in trading , while hundreds of elderly, vulnerable groups and  people living with disabilities are being helped to raise their standards of living through fruitful engagements under the current economy. 

"Kabiyesi, I didn't only come here to support Governor Biodun Oyebanji and the APC women campaign council, I am here to thank you for the love you have shown to Mr President in Ekiti State . I am humbled that you are all here and waited patiently. Your domains shall be peaceful by the grace of God. Long may you reign".

Eulogising the First Lady’s Renewed Hope Initiative for gradually transforming the lives of the Nigerian citizens, the Chairman, Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers and Ogoga of Ikere Ekiti ,  Oba Adejimi Adu Alagbado, called for expeditious review of the kidnapping law to stipulate strict punitive actions for those fanning the ember of crimes in the land. 

Oba Adu-Alagbado , also called on  President Tinubu to fastrack actions on the creation of the State Police, so that each state can have a stronger security architecture that can deal decisively with criminal elements terrorising the country. 

The Monarch applauded the President's wife for the respect and honour exhibited for the traditional rulers, saying this would remain indelible in the annals of history.

The monarch applauded the difficult and tasking policies being initiated by President Tinubu to tackle the multifaceted problems facing the country, saying the entire traditional council is solidly behind his administration. 

"Your Excellency, you are welcome to Ekiti State. We had in the past the wife of a president who championed a better life programme, but for Senator Oluremi Tinubu, you have taken your better life programme under Renewed Hope Initiative  to the Northeast, Northwest, Southwest and every part of the country. You have touched the lives of our people. We heard about you when you were in the Senate. We heard about how you transformed the lives of Lagos Central that you represented. 

"We thank the President through you for the affection he has shown  for our governor. Our Governor had always been praising  him for his fatherly role. Our message to the President is that we are with him totally. He is a special man that was ordained by God. 

“We knew about the obstacles. We knew how he had been tackling them. He is our son and we are proud of him, not just a son, but one that is doing wonders and making us proud.

"No country  is devoid of criminals. But there should be review of laws in the country dealing with issue of insecurity. Kidnapping has been on for some time. All those that are aiding and abetting kidnapping, we have not seen any punitive measures being taken against them. There should be a  review of the laws dealing with these murderers. 

"The bill for the creation of the state police should be fasttracked. Our people are not cowards, but our hands are tied, because our people can't carry AK 47 to face these criminals". 

Oba Adu-Alagbado, said President Tinubu stood tall and towering among the contestants and those showing intention to vie for the nation's number one seat. He said Ekiti people will support the President for a second term in office,  based on his good performance,  so he can do more.

EKITI 2026: TINUBU'S WIFE RALLIES SUPPORT FOR OYEBANJI, FLAGS OFF APC WOMEN CAMPAIGN.

EKITI 2026: TINUBU'S WIFE RALLIES SUPPORT FOR OYEBANJI, FLAGS OFF APC WOMEN CAMPAIGN.

The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and National Chairman, Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged the electorate to re-elect Governor Biodun Oyebanji for a second term in the June 20 governorship election in Ekiti State.

Senator Tinubu said Governor Oyebanji deserves to be re-elected by the people of Ekiti State on the strength of what she described as "commendable and sterling performance and evidence of good governance." 

The First Lady who spoke on Saturday at the flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Women Campaign Rally for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election which was witnessed by a mammoth crowd at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, Ado-Ekiti, stressed that Oyebanji has done enough to justify re-election because the fortune of the state has changed for better in over three years in governance.

The First Lady who said she was in Ekiti just to appreciate the people of the state for their support for the Governor and his wife, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, also canvassed support for her husband, President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.

She said: "We came here just to appreciate Ekiti Kete for the support given to BAO (Oyebanji) and his wife so far. I want to plead with you, help me vote for BAO in the coming governorship election in Ekiti and in 2027, vote for Mr President (Tinubu) because things are changing for better.

"You have seen more money given to the states for them to work more for the people. The states no longer owe salaries. In Ekiti Stete things are going on fine here and you governor is doing a good job and should be voted in for a second term in office. I am very grateful to you for your support sir fat. Pls continue to support him so he can do more.”

Senator Tinubu particularly appreciated APC women in Ekiti for trooping out in large numbers to welcome her saying she was impressed with the reception accorded her at every place visited during her one-day working visit to the Land of Honour.

A major highlight of the event was a symbolic presentation of cheques of N50,000 to 2,000 women to support small scale businesses. The First Lady said the Wife of the Governor will supervise the disbursement. 

Governor Oyebanji in his remarks pledged a tally of 700,000 votes from the people of Ekiti State for Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election in appreciation of what he described as "unprecedented support the state had so far received from the President" which has positive changes the face of the state and bettered the standard of living of its people.

Earlier in the day, Senator Tinubu, who was accompanied by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima and other national APC women top shots, was treated to an impressive reception at the Ekiti State Agro-Allied International Airport shortly after the presidential jet that conveyed her from Abuja touched down.

The First Lady also commissioned the newly built ICT Centre at the Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, which was facilitated by her Renewed Hope Initiative. She equally held a meeting with Ekiti Obas under the aegis of the Ekiti State Traditional Rulers’ Councila t Lady Jibowu Hall, Government House, Ado Ekiti before attending the rally at the pavilion.

He also had a meeting with all Ekiti Obas at the Jibowu Hall, Government House, Ado Ekiti where they robbed minds on national issues.

First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu Commissions ICT Centre at EKSU, Reaffirms Commitment to Digital Empowerment.

First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu Commissions ICT Centre at EKSU, Reaffirms Commitment to Digital Empowerment.

Nigeria’s First Lady and National Chairman of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday commissioned a state-of-the-art ICT Experience Centre at Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti, describing the facility as a strategic investment in digital education, innovation and youth empowerment. 

The ICT centre, which was facilitated through her Renewed Hope Initiative in partnership with Tetfund was part of efforts to expand access to technology and digital opportunities for young Nigerians.

Dignitaries at the event include, Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, his Ondo State Counterpart, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Wife of Ekiti State Governor, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele among others.

Speaking while commissioning the ICT centre, Senator Tinubu said the facility would provide students and other beneficiaries with the skills and tools required to thrive in the digital economy and compete favorably in the global digital stage. 

Stressing the importance of equipping young people with relevant technological knowledge to enhance innovation, entrepreneurship and national development, the First Lady noted that the ICT Experience Centre represents another milestone in the Renewed Hope Initiative’s interventions aimed at empowering women, youths and students across the country. 

She expressed confidence that the facility would serve as a hub for learning, creativity and technological advancement within the university community and beyond.

"I'm really happy to be in Ekiti, this is part of the programme that the Tinubu administration is rendering in partnership with the Renewed Hope Initiative which I chair,  and Tetfund, we were able to give this center to you and I pray that more will come to the state. We have done a lot of work in Ekiti State though the office of the First Lady", the First Lady asserted.

Earlier in their separate remarks, the Chancellor of the University, Dr Tunji Olowolafe and the Vice Chancellor, Prof Babatola Ayodele, expressed profound gratitude to the First Lady for facilitating the project. They described the centre as a valuable addition to the state’s educational infrastructure and a testament to the Federal Government’s commitment to human capital development.

They maintained that the facility would significantly enhance digital learning, research and innovation and  pledged to make effective use of the centre in advancing academic excellence and technological development at the university.

First Lady arrives Ekiti on working visit.

First Lady arrives Ekiti on working visit.

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu arrived Ado-Ekiti on Saturday for a one-day working visit to the State.

Senator Tinubu, who is also the National Chairman, Renewed Hope Initiative arrived at the Ekiti Airport at exactly 01.09pm in a white Air bus flight number  5N-FGY.

The first lady was received by the Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, his Ondo State counterpart, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, wife of Ekiti State Governor, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Senate leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele and members of the state executive council.

The First Lady was accompanied by the Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima; some wives of state governors, as well as some top officials. 

Senator Tinubu was treated to a rich Ekiti culture by members of the State Performing Arts Company on arrival at the airport. 

Other Dignitaries on Senator Tinubu’s entourage include the Minister of Women Affairs, Hajia Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Wife of Deputy Senate President, Hajia Laila Barau, Wife of Chief of Staff, Mrs. Salamatu Gbajabiamila and wife of the Speaker, House of Representatives, Hajia Aisha Tajuudeen Abbas among others.

Immediately after the airport protocol, the First Lady proceeded to the Ekiti State University, Ado- Ekiti where she was billed to commission an ICT Centre facilitated by her Renewed Hope Initiative.

EKITI SET TO RECEIVE FIRST LADY, SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU.

EKITI SET TO RECEIVE FIRST LADY, SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU.

All is set for the arrival of the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and National Chairman, Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, in Ado- Ekiti, Ekiti State capital for a one-day working visit on Saturday. 

Senator Tinubu will be accompanied on the visit by the Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, some state First Ladies and top officials and will be received by Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji and the First Lady, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, as well as other top state officials.

While in the State, Senator Tinubu will commission the newly built ICT Centre at the Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, which was facilitated by her Renewed Hope Initiative. She will also hold a meeting with Ekiti Obas under the aegis of the Ekiti State Traditional Rulers’ Council.

The First Lady will also flag off the All Progressives Congress (APC) Women Campaign Rally for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, Ado-Ekiti.

The First Lady, through her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), has carried out no fewer than 16 different interventions (including material and financial empowerment programmes) in Ekiti State between 2023 till date, targeting women, youths, students, farmers, vulnerable households, small scale businesses and People With Disabilities (PWDs).

Ekiti State First Lady, Dr Olayemi  Oyebanji, who was at Ekiti Airport, EKSU Campus and the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion venue of the rally on Friday afternoon,  to access level of preparations, said she is optimistic that historic visit of the First Lady to the State would be a memorable one.

Ekiti State Pushes for Special Needs Inclusive Exams as Prof. Segun Aina Takes Helm at JAMB.

Ekiti State Pushes for Special Needs Inclusive Exams as Prof. Segun Aina Takes Helm at JAMB.

Following his historic appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the newly minted Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Segun Aina, has been urged to champion a new era of inclusive testing for candidates with neurodiverse needs.

The call was made during the World Inclusion Conference held on May 29, 2026, where delegates celebrated the transition of leadership at the examination board. Speaking on Ekiti State’s groundbreaking strides in disability inclusion, the state's delegation, led by Princess Adetoun Agboola, the Special Adviser on Special Education and Social Inclusion, formally extended congratulations to Prof. Aina, expressing strong optimism that his administration will widen the path of accessibility for underserved students.

"Our appreciation goes to JAMB under the outgoing leadership of Prof. Is-haq Oloyede for pioneering the Equal Opportunity Exams for children with disabilities," Princess Agboola noted on behalf of the delegation. "As we welcome the incoming Registrar, Prof. Aina, we believe that children with neurodiversity will now be fully included in examination accommodations."

Prof. Segun Aina, a distinguished Professor of Computer Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, is stepping into the role at 39 years old, making him the youngest Registrar in the history of the examination board. He will succeeds Professor Oloyede, whose transformational ten-year tenure concludes at the end of July.

The Presidency has expressed immense confidence in Aina's capability to deploy his advanced expertise in digital infrastructure and examination systems to build on past achievements.

The appeal from Ekiti State highlights an urgent national demand: extending standard test accommodations, such as modified timeframes and specialized access arrangements, to accommodate neurodiverse conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia.

The challenge to JAMB's new leadership comes on the heels of major educational reforms within Ekiti State. Driven by intentional policy and an aggressive overhaul of its public special schools, the state has recorded a 30% increase in student performance across major national examinations, including WAEC, NECO, and JAMB.

"Inclusion without action is just a slogan. When a government decides that persons with disabilities matter, classrooms change and children dream bigger," Agboola emphasized.

With the incoming Registrar expected to fully assume duties ahead of the next academic cycle, secondary education stakeholders nationwide are watching closely to see how the young systems expert will leverage technology to create a more equitable testing environment for all Nigerian children.

EKSG, NiMet Team Up To Guide Farmers with Seasonal Climate Forecasts.

EKSG, NiMet Team Up To Guide Farmers with Seasonal Climate Forecasts.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), in partnership with the Ekiti State Government, will next week Wednesday commence a three-day workshop for farmers, agricultural extension workers, and other stakeholders on the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP).

Announcing the event on the live radio programme Ekiti Loni/Ekiti Today, the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Ebenezer Boluwade, said NiMet would at the forum unveil the Seasonal Climate Prediction for the year, providing forecasts on rainfall, temperature patterns, and the onset of rainy and dry seasons. 

He said the information will be detailed by local government and farmstead to help farmers plan crop cycles and manage risks from extreme weather events.

"The training will cascade through agricultural extension workers and farmer representatives to ensure communities across the state benefit,” the Commissioner stated

Boluwade noted that officials from the State Ministry of Environment, State Emergency Protection Agency, and Ado-Ekiti Airport will also attend in view of the strategic role weather plays in their operations.

Highlighting ongoing agricultural initiatives, the Commissioner said the state is distributing improved yam seeds developed by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) free of charge to farmers , targeting five million seedlings by the end of 2027.

 Boluwade said the government aims to make this variety the dominant yam in Ekiti due to its durability and high export demand adding that an agro-allied investor has pledged to establish a yam powder processing factory in the State to supply markets in Canada, the UAE, and Europe.

He said the State Government had embarked on an  aggressive land clearing and tactorization    programme for farmers at subsided rates and  was also selling highly subsided agrochemicals , inputs  as well as  cocoa and oil palm seedling to farmers  as part of efforts to improve crop  yield and profit margin of farmers in the State

Livestock production is also expanding under the Oyebanji administration through collaboration with the World Bank-assisted Livestock Production and Resilience Enhancement Scheme (L-PRES), according to the Commissioner.

He said once projects such as ultramodern abattoir in Ado Ekiti,  cattle markets in Omuo-Ekiti and Ado Ekiti, veterinary clinics in Ado-Ekiti, construction of 30,000 poultry pens each in Emure Ekiti, Igede Ekiti and Ikole Ekiti and broiler processing facilities in Ado-Ekiti initiated under the L-PRES programme are completed, “the state will become the undisputed leader in livestock production and processing in southwestern Nigeria.”

According to him,  waste from these facilities will be converted into biogas and fertilizer, further boosting sustainable agricultural practices.

Boluwade commended Governor Oyebanji for attracting agribusiness investment and expanding staple and cash crop production, noting that these efforts have strengthened food security, enhanced value chains, and created vital direct and indirect jobs for youths across the state.

INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT OF POWER PLAY IN IKOLE POLITICS.

INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT OF POWER PLAY IN IKOLE POLITICS.

The All Progressives Congress, APC primary elections have come and gone. The entire process was punctuated by interplays of intrigues, calculations, negotiations, power play, claims and counterclaims of victory, compromises, subtle and actual threats and sundry whims and caprices.

The Party in Ekiti State had a more robust process as most of the Candidates emerged through consensus arrangements while a few went by direct primaries as stipulated by the electoral law.

Interestingly, the primaries threw up the question of who had political influence and control more than the others in various political locations.

This write up is not intended to stir up any political hornest nest or smear the credibility of the results as announced by the Party with particular reference to the House of Representatives primary in Ikole/Oye, Ekiti North Federal Constituency 1.

It is meant to highlight the power play in Ikole Local Government Area.

I have watched and listened to how different individuals and groups have laid claims to the leadership and control of Ikole politics.

My position is an independent assessment of the situation. I don't belong to any group or follow anyone.

But, self proclamation, self adulation, veiled taunts and reactions got me to dig into the matter.

I read a piece written by one of the supporters of a contending group opposed to Abejide Political Dynasty. He said, "Leadership is not about age but about capacity, cognition, connection...." This, I think, was a veiled reference to Hon. Alaba Abejide who was assumed to have lost out of the power game.

I found this amusing considering the fact that the said contending group seemed to have orchestrated a carefully planned endorsement event to hoodwink party members to support their preferred aspirant, and with an intent, seemingly to disgrace Abejide. They gave themselves a pat on the back for a great job well executed.

On the other hand, less than 12 hours to the primary election and amidst the confusion engendered by the said endorsement, Abejide was said to have directed his supporters to vote for the other aspirant.

According to reports, Bimbo Daramola won in 7 Wards out of 11, that is Wards 2,3,6,7,9,11and 12 with the support of Abejide Political Dynasty, while Ward 10 was said to have been won by Bimbo before the process was disrupted and the result cancelled leaving only Wards 1,4,5 and 8.

The contention here and what interests me most is that, with the earlier endorsement and the threats that was said had followed, the incumbent Honourable should have won massively in Ikole.

Alas, the table turned as a result of the decision made by the Abejide's camp. The decision threw the contest to a stalemate. The outcome of the primary was inconclusive and had to be resolved at the national level.

The rest is history.

To me, this goes to show that the scale of political influence and control in Ikole tilts towards Abejide's group.

My opinion is that, regardless of whatever anyone thinks, whoever underrated or underestimates the political relevance of Abejide and his group in Ikole does so at his or her own peril.

My observation has been that age comes with so much requisite experience and indispensable contacts. These have played out in the case of Abejide. He has learned the ropes, paid his dues, and sacrificed so much for the growth and stability of the Progressive Party.

To him, it seems leadership is ultimately about sacrifice and discipline. This, I believe, has helped him to build up a network of formidable followers and connect deeply with the grassroots.

The criterion of primacy and greatness, and by extension, leadership, is not domination, authority or grandstanding but service.

Adewale Olaiya.

EKSCOTECH Gets N40M Boost as Rector Eyes Southern Campus Take-off, New Programmes.

EKSCOTECH Gets N40M Boost as Rector Eyes Southern Campus Take-off, New Programmes.

The Federal Ministry of Education has approved the sum of N40,007,000.00 for the Ekiti State College of Technology, Ijero-Ekiti (EKSCOTECH) under the 2023 Needs Assessment Intervention Fund for Public Polytechnics, in a development described as a major boost to the Institution’s infrastructural expansion and academic growth.

The approval was conveyed in a letter dated May 22, 2026, with reference number FME/PE/SS.IM/C.46/1V/T/90, signed by Igwe, Amy K, Director, for the Honourable Minister of Education. The letter confirmed EKSCOTECH as one of the beneficiaries of the N8.33 billion intervention fund approved for public polytechnics across the country.

According to the approval letter, beneficiary institutions are expected to submit project proposals in 3D drawings to the Institutional Support and Partnership Division of the Federal Ministry of Education within three weeks, while project defence exercises are scheduled to hold between June 8 and June 12, 2026.

Reacting to the development, the Rector of EKSCOTECH, Dr. Olufemi Olubamise, described the intervention as a huge boost to infrastructural development in the Institution and a strong indication of confidence in the Polytechnic’s expansion drive.

The Rector’s reaction was contained in a statement issued by the Institution’s Senior Public Relations Officer, Akintayo Olowojebutu.

Dr. Olubamise noted that the approval further strengthens the Polytechnic’s preparedness for the commencement of new academic programmes recently presented to the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for accreditation.

He explained that the intervention fund would also accelerate construction activities and other developmental projects on the Institution’s newly acquired 118 hectares of land located along Aramoko Road, earmarked as the Southern Campus of EKSCOTECH.

According to him, priority attention would be given to projects specified by the Federal Ministry of Education, including the construction and equipping of workshops, laboratories and other learning facilities critical to technical education and skills development.

The Rector stated that the intervention aligns with the Institution’s vision of expanding access to quality technological education through the introduction of additional National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes.

While expressing appreciation to stakeholders, Dr. Olubamise commended the Governor of Ekiti State, His Excellency Biodun Oyebanji, for his unwavering support towards the advancement of the Institution.

He also applauded the Dr. 'Femi Thomas-led Governing Council for what he described as strategic leadership and consistent interventions aimed at repositioning the Polytechnic for greater achievements.

The Rector further appreciated the commitment and support of the Institution’s Principal Officers, Deans, Heads of Departments, Union Leaders, members of the religious community, staff and students, noting that their collective contributions made the achievement possible.

Dr. Olubamise expressed optimism about the future of the Institution, assuring stakeholders that EKSCOTECH remains committed to becoming one of Nigeria’s leading hubs for technological innovation, technical education and manpower development.

Ekiti Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Child Development at 2026 Children’s Day Celebration.

Ekiti Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Child Development at 2026 Children’s Day Celebration.

The Ekiti State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting inclusive education, child protection and the overall wellbeing of children as stakeholders gathered at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, Ado-Ekiti, for the 2026 National Children’s Day celebration.

The programme was organised by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in collaboration with the Office of the First Lady and Ado Local Government. 

Speaking at the event, the First Lady of Ekiti State, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, said the administration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji remained committed to protecting, empowering and creating opportunities for every child to realise their full potential.

She said this year’s theme, “Future Now: Promoting Inclusion for Every Nigerian Child,” underscored the need to ensure that no child was denied access to quality education, healthcare and protection because of gender, disability or economic background.

The First Lady explained that the state government had continued to invest heavily in education, youth development, healthcare and social intervention programmes aimed at improving the wellbeing of children. 

She added that through her Widows, Aged and Orphans Hope Support Foundation, vulnerable children and orphans across the state had continued to receive educational support and welfare assistance. 

According to her, the government would also sustain efforts against child abuse, trafficking, exploitation and all forms of violence against children.

Dr Oyebanji commended students who distinguished themselves academically, including outstanding candidates in WAEC, NECO and Primary School Leaving Certificate examinations, noting that the recognition was meant to encourage excellence among children in the state. 

She also applauded the emergence of Miss Oluwadamilola Ooreofe Adeolu as winner of the Africa Spelling Bee competition and the outstanding performance of Miss Daniella Owoeye in the recent JAMB examination, describing the achievements as evidence of the enormous potential of Ekiti children.

Also speaking, the Deputy Governor, Chief Monisade Afuye, said the state government, through the Office of the First Lady and the Ministry of Women Affairs, had initiated several programmes to cushion the effects of the economic situation on children and families. 

She said measures had also been put in place to protect children against rape, trafficking, and other forms of abuse.

The Deputy Governor disclosed that many indigent children who were at risk of dropping out of school had been assisted with payment of school fees and provision of learning materials through humanitarian interventions coordinated by the First Lady. 

She appealed to parents and guardians to provide proper care and moral guidance for their children to enable them become responsible members of society.

In her welcome address, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Peju Babafemi, who was represented by Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mrs. Adeluyi Olusola, said the celebration provided another opportunity for stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to building a society where every child could thrive and attain greatness. 

She commended Governor Biodun Oyebanji for prioritising children’s welfare under the Human Capital Development agenda of his administration.

Mrs Babafemi noted that massive renovation projects were ongoing in schools across the three senatorial districts of the state to create a more conducive learning environment for pupils and students. 

She added that special attention was also being given to children living with disabilities, while qualified teachers had been recruited to strengthen the education sector.

The Commissioner for Education, Dr Bimpe Aderiye, disclosed that the state government had spent over N2.1 billion on the payment of WAEC fees for students in public secondary schools. 

She urged beneficiaries to justify the huge investment by performing excellently in their studies.

Dr Aderiye stated that all pupils and students in public primary and secondary schools in Ekiti State were currently enjoying government scholarship support, warning that no school had the right to impose illegal fees on students. 

She added that the government had also embarked on extensive rehabilitation projects in schools through the State Universal Basic Education Board, alongside other educational support programmes.

Earlier, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Office of Transformation and Service Delivery, Dr Moyo Ekundayo, urged children to associate with people of good character, stressing that the kind of company they kept would determine the direction of their future. 

He advised them to remain focused, disciplined and committed to positive values capable of guaranteeing a brighter future.

Delivering a goodwill message on behalf of children in the state, Speaker of the 7th Ekiti State Children’s Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anthony Ategbero, called for greater inclusion of children in governance and decision-making processes. 

He described inclusion as a necessary strategy for national growth and urged governments at all levels to prioritise inclusive education and child protection policies.

Ategbero acknowledged the efforts of the Ekiti State Government in improving access to quality education, supporting vulnerable children and strengthening child protection initiatives, while also calling for more child-friendly legislation and sustained collaboration between the Children’s Parliament and the State House of Assembly.

Dignitaries present at the event included Princess Adetoun Agboola, Special Adviser on Special Education and Social Inclusion; Hon. Tayo Adeola, Commissioner for Trade and Investment; Hon. Bosun Osaloni, Chairman of Ado Local Government; Director-General, Civic Orientation, Mrs Olawunmi Famuyiwa; and Chairman of Ado West LCDA, Prince Adebolu Aladesanmi.

Highlights of the celebration included creative performances by pupils of Government Special School for the Deaf, Ikoro-Ekiti, as well as cultural displays by students of CAC Comprehensive High School, Ado-Ekiti.

Winner of the Continental Spelling Bee competition, Miss Adeolu Oluwadamilola Ooreofe of St. Lawrence Metropolitan College, Ado-Ekiti, received a cash prize of N500,000 from the First Lady. Governor Biodun Oyebanji also approved the sum of 31,600 dollars for the winner, her mother, coach and teachers to travel to China for a global competition.

At the symposium organised as part of the celebration, Adebisi Elizabeth of Corpus Christi College, Ilawe-Ekiti, emerged overall best participant, while John Jasper of Daglore Model College, Ikole-Ekiti, came second and Ale Oluwademilade of Amoye Grammar School, Ikere-Ekiti, came third.

Awards were also presented to outstanding students, with Okewumi Oluwadarasibe Reigneth emerging as the best student in the 2025 WAEC examination, while Obimakinde Daniel Tanitoluwa won the award for the best student in NECO.

In the primary school march-past competition, St. John’s Anglican Nursery and Primary School came third, Ebenezer Baptist Primary School placed second, while Police Children School emerged overall winner. 

In the secondary school category, EKSU International School came third, Banji Akintoye Model College came second, while Command Secondary School, Isan-Ekiti, won the overall first position.

OYEBANJI MOURNS TRANSITION OF ALAWE, OBA ALABI.

OYEBANJI MOURNS TRANSITION OF ALAWE, OBA ALABI.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has expressed his condolences on the transition of the Alawe of Ilawe Ekiti, Oba Adebanji Ajibade Alabi, Afuntade 1.

The Governor in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode, regretted that the state has lost a repository of knowledge, history, culture and a selfless servant of his people.

Oyebanji hailed the late Oba Alabi for presiding over a peaceful and prosperous reign that brought development to his immediate kingdom, his local government areas and the entire state at large.

He noted that the late Oba Alabi had a remarkable tenure as the Chairman of the State Council of Traditional Rulers between 2019 and 2021 during which he led the body with wisdom, grace and panache.

Oyebanji said the departed royal father contributed immensely to governance with his advice and also brought his experience as a former diplomat to beat in conflict management and resolution at grassroots level and state level.

The Governor further stated that the late Oba Alabi was a recognised national voice on various issues affecting the polity adding that the late monarch had an unique way of articulating his viewpoints at every given forum, a development that earned him respect from all and sundry.

He described the demise of the monarch as a monumental loss not only to the people of Ilawe Ekiti but to the entire state noting that a huge vacuum has been left behind by his joining of his ancestors.

The Governor prayed God to grant the family, brother monarchs, friends, associates, the people of Ilawe kingdom and the entire people of Ekiti State the fortitude to bear the great loss.

EKSU International College Emerges Third at Ekiti 2026 Children's Day March Past, Wins ₦100,000 Prize.

EKSU International College Emerges Third at Ekiti 2026 Children's Day March Past, Wins ₦100,000 Prize.

...First Lady, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, Presents Cheque to Students.

Students of Ekiti State University International College, Afao-Ekiti, have made the institution proud by emerging third position at the Ekiti State 2026 Children’s Day March Past competition held on Wednesday, 27th May, 2026.

The impressive performance earned the college a cash prize of One Hundred Thousand Naira (₦100,000), presented in the form of a cheque by the First Lady of Ekiti State, Olayemi Oyebanji, during the colourful Children’s Day celebration.

The students, dressed in their distinctive maroon and white uniforms, displayed discipline, coordination and school spirit throughout the parade, earning admiration from guests and spectators at the event.

The cheque, issued by Omiye Microfinance Bank Limited, Ilupeju-Ekiti, was received amid excitement and celebration by the students and school officials.

The achievement reflects the core values of excellence, discipline and character for which EKSU International College is known.

Located in Afao-Ekiti, the institution operates under the motto, “Character and Knowledge,” values which were clearly demonstrated through the students’ outstanding outing at the state event.

The Management of Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, has congratulated the Principal, staff and students of the college on the feat, describing the performance as a proud moment for the entire university community.

The Management also appreciated the First Lady of Ekiti State, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, for her continued support for children and youth development, as well as her encouragement of academic and extracurricular excellence among students in the state.

EKSU International College, an initiative Ekiti State University was founded in May, 2021 and the college is committed to raising disciplined, morally upright and academically sound students in line with its guiding philosophy of Character and Knowledge.

CHILDREN’S DAY 2026: OLUWATUYI CELEBRATES IILG CHILDREN, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EDUCATION AND FUTURE LEADERSHIP.

CHILDREN’S DAY 2026: OLUWATUYI CELEBRATES IILG CHILDREN, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EDUCATION AND FUTURE LEADERSHIP.                                           By Ola Asubiojo 

The atmosphere at the historic premises of Ekiti Baptist High School on Wednesday radiated with colour, excitement, inspiration, and resounding hope as the people of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government gathered in grand style to celebrate the 2026 Children’s Day celebration.

The memorable and remarkably organized event attracted pupils and students from both public and private primary and secondary schools across the Local Government, alongside members of the National Youth Service Corps, political leaders, distinguished civil servants, education stakeholders, community leaders, and respected personalities from different walks of life, all assembled to give the celebration a landmark and unforgettable reference point in the history of the Local Government.

The Executive Chairman of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government, Honourable Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga, popularly known as CHENCO, arrived the venue amidst loud cheers, admiration, and heartfelt ovation from the children and guests who described his presence as a reflection of purposeful leadership, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the growth of the younger generation.

In his charismatic, statesmanlike, and emotionally inspiring address, Honourable Oluwatuyi described children as the priceless treasures, future architects, and shining pillars upon which the greatness of Nigeria rests. 

He noted that Children’s Day remains a sacred opportunity to encourage, mentor, celebrate, and invest meaningfully in the lives of future leaders whose dreams and aspirations will shape the destiny of society.

Speaking passionately on the theme of this year’s celebration, “Future Now For Every Child" 

The he Chairman described the theme as timely, visionary, and deeply significant in the collective quest to build a more progressive and educationally advanced society.

According to him, the theme strongly emphasizes the urgent need to provide every Nigerian child with unrestricted access to quality education, moral guidance, modern learning tools, technological exposure, and the enabling environment necessary for academic excellence and leadership development.

Honourable Oluwatuyi further commended the visionary leadership and educational advancement policies of the Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji, popularly called BAO, for his unrelenting commitment towards ensuring that every child in the state enjoys qualitative and globally competitive education capable of preparing them for future greatness.

The Chairman proudly disclosed that his administration in Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government has fully aligned with the progressive educational vision and people-oriented policies of the Ekiti State Government. 

He assured the gathering that his administration would continue to prioritize the educational advancement and moral development of children through strategic support systems, financial assistance, mentorship programmes, ethical orientation, and youth empowerment initiatives designed to make students excel in their various academic and professional pursuits.

He passionately charged the children to remain disciplined, focused, morally upright, hardworking, and prayerful, stressing that greatness can only emerge through dedication, perseverance, integrity, and obedience to positive values.

The colourful celebration was further enriched by goodwill messages from notable personalities and dignitaries present at the occasion, including the Leader of the IILG Legislative House, Honourable Yemisi Olagunji, and Miss Aladesua Elizabeth, the Deputy Leader of the 7th Children Parliament of Ekiti State, who both applauded the administration of Honourable Oluwatuyi for sustaining policies and programmes that continue to place the welfare and future of children at the centre of governance.

The event became even more glamorous and electrifying as participating schools entertained the audience with breathtaking match past processions, cultural dance displays, rhythmic choreography, educational performances, and artistic presentations that reflected the creativity, intelligence, discipline, and talents embedded in the younger generation, with mater Christi Girl's High School Igede and Ekiti Baptist High School Igede emerged first and second in this year's match past, prosperous school came third, cash prizes were presented to participating schools as a gesture of encouragement and enhance future commitment active participation in the event.

In a touching and symbolic moment that captured the admiration and affection the children have for the Chairman, Honourable Oluwatuyi was beautifully decorated with colourful flower vessels, rosettes, and ceremonial adornments by the participating pupils and students amidst jubilation and celebration.

The gathering eventually transformed into a festival of unity, joy, laughter, hope, and collective aspiration for a brighter future, as dignitaries and spectators applauded the exceptional organization, peaceful atmosphere, and outstanding success recorded throughout the programme.

Indeed, the 2026 Children’s Day celebration in Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government will remain an awesome, inspiring, and extraordinarily memorable event in the annals of the Local Government — a celebration that not only honoured children but also rekindled the collective responsibility of society towards nurturing future leaders capable of taking Nigeria to enviable heights of greatness, peace, and sustainable development.

OJUAWO APPRECIATES CHIEF OLANIPEKUN FOR INVESTMENT IN THE HEALTH SECTOR.

OJUAWO APPRECIATES CHIEF OLANIPEKUN FOR INVESTMENT IN THE HEALTH SECTOR.

The Honourable Member representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency I, Hon. (AVM Rtd) Rufus Adeniyi Ojuawo, has expressed profound appreciation to Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN, for the donation of the New Cruse Mother and Child Maternity Complex in Ikere-Ekiti.

In a statement released through his media office, Hon. Ojuawo described the renowned legal luminary’s gesture as a remarkable investment in the health sector and a significant contribution to humanity. He noted that the maternity complex would greatly enhance maternal and child healthcare services, reduce maternal and infant mortality rates, and improve antenatal and postnatal care for nursing mothers across the community.

Hon. Ojuawo further commended Chief Olanipekun’s consistent commitment to institutional development and nation-building, describing the donation of the ultra-modern maternity complex to the State Specialist Hospital, Ikere-Ekiti, as a testament to his enduring passion for community development and public welfare.

The federal lawmaker also praised Chief Olanipekun for his longstanding goodwill, generosity, and unwavering dedication to the growth and development of Ekiti State and Nigeria at large. He stated that beyond his outstanding achievements in the legal profession, Chief Olanipekun has continually distinguished himself as a philanthropist and community builder whose interventions in education, healthcare, and human capital development have positively impacted countless lives. Hon. Ojuawo prayed that God would continue to strengthen and reward him for his selfless service to humanity.

OJUAWO MEDIA TEAM

FIRST LADY, SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU ON A ONE-DAY WORKING VISIT TO EKITI.

FIRST LADY, SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU ON A ONE-DAY WORKING VISIT TO EKITI.

The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and National Chairman, Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will be in Ekiti State, on Saturday, May 30, 2026 on a one-day working visit.

Senator Tinubu will be accompanied on the visit by some state First Ladies and top officials and will be received by Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji and the First Lady, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, as well as top state officials.

During the visit, Senator Tinubu is billed to commission a newly built ICT Centre at the Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, which was facilitated by her Renewed Hope Initiative. She will also hold a meeting with Ekiti Obas under the aegis of the Ekiti State Traditional Rulers’ Council.

The First Lady will also flag off the All Progressives Congress (APC) Women Campaign Rally for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, Ado-Ekiti.

Senator Tinubu, through her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), has carried out no fewer than 16 different interventions (including material and financial empowerment programmes) in Ekiti State between 2023 till date, targeting women, youths, students, farmers, vulnerable households, small scale businesses and People With Disabilities (PWDs).

Ekiti State First Lady, Dr Olayemi  Oyebanji says adequate arrangements have been made to make the visit of the First Lady to the State a memorable one.

Oyebanji Commissions 35-Bed Mother and Child Maternity Complex Built by Olanipekun.

Oyebanji Commissions 35-Bed Mother and Child Maternity Complex Built by Olanipekun.

....Oyebanji, Aiyedatiwa, Akande, Ooni hail Olanipekun at mother and child maternity complex commissioning.

Ekiti State Governor Mr Biodun Oyebanji on Tuesday commissioned a 35-Bed state-of-the-art Mother and Child Maternity Complex donated by a former President of Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN), describing the gesture as a remarkable contribution to health care delivery in the state and to humanity. 

The facility, built within the State Specialist Hospital, Ikere Ekiti, was officially donated to the state government is expected to significantly boost maternal and child healthcare delivery in the state and compliment efforts of the state government at improving access to quality healthcare service for residents.

Dignitaries at the commissioning included, Ekiti Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, former Governor of Ekiti State, Engr Segun Oni, former Osun State Governor, Chief Bisi Akande, former Ondo State Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, members of the national assembly and state executive council among others. 

Governor Oyebanji, who commended Chief Olanipekun for his unwavering commitment to the development of Ekiti State, noted that the donation reflects the senior lawyer’s deep love for his roots and passion for improving the quality of life of the people. 

He added that  the gesture is a shining example of selfless service and a philanthropic gesture that should inspire other well-meaning indigenes to contribute meaningfully to the overall development and progress of the state, maintaining that government alone cannot provide all the needed services to the people.

Describing the donation as a landmark intervention in the health sector capable of leaving a lasting legacy in maternal and child health care delivery, the Governor assured that his government would continue to provide enabling environment for partnerships that complement his government’s shared prosperity agenda.

“Baba Akande said success is only meaningful when it positively impacts others, I can’t agree less with that and on the strength of that, I stand here to represent Ekiti people to once again say thank you to Chief Wole Olanipekun for not forgetting us here, Kabiyesi Ogoga refers to you as an illustrious son of Ikere Ekiti, yes, but you belong to humanity because all over the state and the country, we have your footprint. My prayer is that the good Lord will continue to bless you sir, I am so grateful for partnership in developing this state.

“Let me rest on that to call on every other Ekiti indigenes whom God has blessed to listen to what Chief Olanipekun said in his remarks that we cannot develop Ekiti without coming home. Please let's come home, our people need help, God has blessed us so that we can help others”, the Governor asserted.

Also in his remarks, the Governor of Ondo State, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa described the event as a celebration of extraordinary generosity by Chief Wole Olanipekun, noting that the gesture represents philanthropy at its best and a truly life-saving intervention for the people.

Governor Aiyedatiwa said the donation of the state-of-the-art facility reflects the kind of civic responsibility and private sector involvement Nigeria needs, stressing that national development would be faster and more impactful when individuals compliment government efforts in building critical infrastructure.

Also speaking at the event, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Mohammed Ali Pate, commended the donor for his contribution to the development of mankind especially on the issue of women and children, who, according to him, remain at the core of every tribal society and the whole of mankind.

The Minister, who was represented by the Chief Medical Director of Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido Ekiti, also expressed the heartfelt appreciation of his Ministry as well as the Federal government led by President Bola Tinubu to Chief Wole Olanipekun for his extraordinary generosity which remind everyone of the powerful impact individuals and organizations can make when they choose to invest in the health and future of their communities. 

He maintained that Chief Olanipekun remains a philanthropist of note who has criss-cross the Nigeria space endowing numerous scholarships, donated many educational and health facilities, as well as instituted empowerment and initiatives in his various acts of community development.

Speaking shortly after inaugurating the facility,  a former Governor of Osun State, Chief Bisi Akande,  said Chief Olanipekun belongs to the class of men whose greatness is measured by their titles, wealth and accomplishments as well as those whose greatness is measured by the lives they touch and the communities they uplift.

Akande described the former NBA President as a man who is deeply committed to the welfare of his people and community as a highest expression of patriotism which is a corollary of not only his brilliance as a lawyer but also the depth of his conviction about service for Nigerian progress, community development and human responsibility. 

“That is why today's event is important, patriotism is not merely about political positions or public acclaim, it is about responsibility to humanity, It is about remembering where one comes from, It is about understanding that success becomes meaningful only when it improves the lives of others. Chief Olanipekun has demonstrated this repeatedly. He stated.

Also in his remarks, the Ooni of Ile Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi used the occasion to pray fervently for Chief Olanipekun for building an enduring legacy that will outlive his lifetime as he also described the facility as world class health facility capable of addressing the health needs of mothers and children in the society.

In his address, Chief Olanipekun expressed appreciation to Governor Oyebanji for creating an enabling environment that encourages private participation in governance and development of the state. He noted that he was motivated to contribute more meaningfully because of the governor’s inclusive leadership style and openness to partnership that advance the wellbeing of the people.

He  explained that the decision to donate the state-of-the-art mother and child maternity complex to the state government was driven by the urgent need to reduce preventable maternal and child deaths and improve access to quality healthcare service, especially vulnerable mothers and newborns in the state.

EKSCOTECH Rector Optimistic of NBTE Accreditation for 15 New, Existing Programmes.

EKSCOTECH Rector Optimistic of NBTE Accreditation for 15 New, Existing Programmes. 

...Lauds Council Chairman Dr. ‘Femi Thomas for Support.

The Rector, Ekiti State College of Technology, Ijero-Ekiti (EKSCOTECH), Dr. Olufemi Olubamise, has expressed strong optimism that the Institution will secure full accreditation from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for all programmes recently presented for verification and re-accreditation.

Dr. Olubamise gave the assurance following the just-concluded resource verification and accreditation visit by a high-powered NBTE team to the Polytechnic. He noted that the Institution’s level of preparedness, quality of facilities, and caliber of staff place EKSCOTECH in good stead to receive favourable consideration from the regulatory body.

“The accreditation exercise is critical to our consolidation as a full-fledged Polytechnic. From what the NBTE team saw — our equipment, manpower, e-library, and physical structures — we are confident of a positive outcome across all programmes presented,” the Rector stated.

 

As part of efforts to sensitize admission seekers and parents, the Rector listed the 15 National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes the NBTE team assessed during the visit, noting that prospective students can now look forward to enrolling in the following courses once accreditation is confirmed: 

1. ND Science Laboratory Technology

2. ND Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology

3. ND Biomedical Engineering Technology 

4. ND Computer Engineering Technology

5. ND Accountancy

6. ND Business Administration and Management

7. ND Family Health Technology

8. ND Medical Store Technology

9. ND Dispensing Opticianry

10. HND Cybersecurity and Data Protection

11. HND Artificial Intelligence

12. HND Software and Web Development

13. HND Dental Surgery Technology

14. HND Dental Therapy Technology

15. HND Community Health Technology

The programmes comprise brand-new courses and existing ones due for re-accreditation.

Dr. Olubamise emphasized that while EKSCOTECH already mobilizes graduates of some accredited programmes for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme, successful accreditation of the new and existing programmes presented will enable the Polytechnic to mobilize students for NYSC in more programmes. He added that accreditation would also position EKSCOTECH for listing by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for student admission and access to Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) interventions.

The Rector also specially appreciated the Chairman, EKSCOTECH Governing Council, Dr. ‘Femi Thomas, for his unwavering commitment and strategic interventions towards the success of the accreditation exercise.

“On behalf of Management, staff, and students, I sincerely thank our Governing Council Chairman, Dr. ‘Femi Thomas, for his numerous efforts, guidance, and moral support. His leadership was instrumental in ensuring we met all NBTE requirements ahead of the team’s visit,” Dr. Olubamise said.

The NBTE team, led by Prof. Sahidu Halidu with Dr. John Onyebuchi, Director, NBTE Southwest Zonal Office, had conducted a comprehensive review of the Polytechnic’s academic resources, including laboratories, e-library facilities, staffing, student quality, and academic regulations.

EID EL-KABIR: EKSU VC FELICITATES MUSLIM UMMAH.

EID EL-KABIR: EKSU VC FELICITATES MUSLIM UMMAH.

The Vice Chancellor of Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado Ekiti, Professor Joseph Babatola Ayodele has felicitated Muslims community in the Institution and Ekiti State at large on the occasion of this year's Eid el Kabir celebration.

In his message, the Vice Chancellor called on all Muslim in the Institution and other members of the university community to embrace the enduring virtues of sacrifice, peace, tolerance, morality and unwavering devotion to the progress of humanity .

According to him, the holy celebration remains another divine opportunity for staff  to rekindle the spirit of unity, selflessness and collective responsibility toward building a more peaceful, progressive and prosperous EKSU.

The Vice Chancellor  prayed that, may Allah accept the prayers and sacrifices offered during this celebration   and bless every home with peace and everlasting joy.

VENITE UNIVERSITY, ILORO-EKITI STRENGTHENS SECURITY COLLABORATION WITH ILORO-EKITI DEVELOPMENT UNION.

VENITE UNIVERSITY, ILORO-EKITI STRENGTHENS SECURITY COLLABORATION WITH ILORO-EKITI DEVELOPMENT UNION.

Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti, has reaffirmed its commitment to a safe and secure learning environment through a strategic engagement with the Iloro Ekiti Development Union and the proposed Iloro Ekiti Vigilante Corps initiative. 

The delegation, led by the Chairman, Hon. Gabriel Ogunfolajimi, alongside the Union's Treasurer, Mrs. Oloowokere, and members Mr. Ilesanmi Abiola and Mr. Omoniyi Ojo, visited the University to discuss collaborative measures aimed at strengthening security within the community and the institution.

Receiving the delegation, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Charity Aremu was joined by the Registrar, Director of Strategy, Advancement and Partnership, Security Consultant, Chief Security Officer, and members of the University's Security Committee. The Vice-Chancellor commended the initiative, describing it as a timely intervention that aligns with government efforts to promote community policing and enhance grassroots security. She noted that security remains a shared responsibility and expressed the University's readiness to work closely with community stakeholders to ensure the safety of students, staff, and residents of Iloro-Ekiti.

As part of the proposed collaboration, the University nominated three representatives to join the newly constituted 12-member security committee to facilitate intelligence sharing and regular security updates. The initiative, which is expected to commence in June 2026, will also involve financial support from key stakeholders and the University. 

Delivering the vote of thanks, the Registrar described the partnership as a commendable example of town-and-gown cooperation that will benefit both the University and the host community, while expressing appreciation to the Union for its commitment and assuring them of the institution's continued support towards a mutually beneficial relationship.