Gov. Oyebanji Congratulates Ex-Gov Fayemi At 58.

Gov. Oyebanji Congratulates Ex-Gov Fayemi At 58.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated the immediate past Governor of the state and President of Forum of Regions of Africa, Dr Kayode Fayemi on his 58th birthday, describing him as a special gift to the state and humanity. 

Oyebanji, in a congratulatory message signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode, described Dr Fayemi as a highly cerebral and exemplary leader who possesses a rare passion for the development of Ekiti State and the country in general.

Governor Oyebanji, who took over for Dr Fayemi, some four months ago, described the former Governor as a "Pathfinder and Builder", adding that Dr Fayemi had etched his name in gold in the hearts of the people of the state with his numerous people-centred policies and projects that accelerated development across the State.

Dr Fayemi, according to Oyebanji re-defined governance in Ekiti State and brought the state to national and global prominence with many laudable initiatives and partnerships with relevant institutions as well as local and international development agencies. He described Fayemi as a man whose conduct both in and out of office consistently affirm that Ekiti people are not only intellectually endowed but hard working and honourable.

Oyebanji who stressed that Dr Fayemi remains a leading light in the country's progressives politics, said the former Governor's high level of integrity, prudence and discipline placed him in the exclusive class of innovative leaders and change makers, adding that it was no coincidence that the former Governor also served as Chairman of the Nigerian Governors' Forum and currently President of the Forum of Regions of Africa.

While describing the former Governor as a thoroughbred politician and public servant, Oyebanji said Fayemi is a special gift to Ekiti, adding that the former Governor has continue to champion the interest of the state even after leaving office.

“Dr Kayode Fayemi has consistently displayed the virtues of honour, integrity and honesty for which Ekiti people are known. These sterling qualities of his, as well as his brilliance and commitment to the Ekiti and Nigerian projects have made him stand out among his peers. We are always very proud of him for being a worthy ambassador of the State and we pray he continues to soar higher and higher”.

“I, on behalf of my wife, the Government and people of Ekiti State congratulate this worthy and illustrious son of Ekiti State on his 58th birthday and pray the Almighty God to give him many more years so that he can continue his selfless service to humanity”, Oyebanji said.

Fasuyi distributes 25,000 free notebooks to SS3 Students in both Public and Private Secondary schools in Ekiti North.

Fasuyi distributes 25,000 free notebooks  to SS3 Students in both Public and Private Secondary schools in Ekiti North.

The All Progressives Congress Senatorial Candidate for Ekiti North Senatorial District, Hon. Cyril Fasuyi has distributed twenty five thousand pieces of  free 60 leaves notebooks to all students in Senior Secondary School three in all public and private schools  in Moba, Ilejemeje, Ido-Osi, Oye and Ikole local governments.

The notebooks have been delivered to Education Secretaries in affected local governments for distribution to Principals and Proprietors  of the students.

The kind gestures is to provide succor for parents and students and to further demonstrate his commitment to quality education for Youths in his district. This is one of the many interventions lined up to promote teaching and learning process when elected into the Senate.

Ekiti Workers Paid One Month Salary Arrears.

Ekiti Workers Paid One Month Salary Arrears.

In fulfilment of his promise to prioritise workers welfare, Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, on Monday February 6th has approved the payment of one month outstanding salary arrears to workers in the state.

According to the State Commissioner for Finance and Economic Development, Mr Akintunde Oyebode, Local Government and   state workers will receive  one month salary arrears by Monday.

The payment, according to the Commissioner, followed Governor Oyebanji’s directive that the outstanding workers’ salaries be paid from time to time based on available resources.

The Biodun Oyebanji administration will continue to prioritise workers welfare within available resources. This include timely payment of salaries, deductions and pensions as well as provision of conducive office environment and trainings to enhance their productivity.

Yinka Oyebode

Special Adviser ( Media) to the Governor.

06- 02- 2023

Gov Oyebanji Thanks APC Leaders, Members For Success Of Presidential Rally.

Gov Oyebanji Thanks APC Leaders, Members For Success Of Presidential Rally.

..…urges massive mobilisation, door to door campaign for Tinubu, Assembly candidates.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has expressed his appreciation to the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Ekiti State chapter as well as members of the party for the success of Friday’s presidential campaign rally in Ado-Ekiti. 

Governor Oyebanji who described the turn out at the presidential rally as well as the love shown to the Presidential Candidate of the party, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as ‘massive’, said he owed the party members and supporters a debt of gratitude for making the rally a huge success.

The Governor, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode, also thanked security agencies in the state as well as the FRSC, the local traffic management outfit EKSTMA for effective management of traffic during the period of the rally, which according to him reduced the usual stress on motorists and other road users.

He urged APC members to commence a massive mobilisation of voters as well as door to door campaign for Asiwaju Tinubu and all the APC National and State Assemblies candidates ahead of the February 25 and March 4, 2023 elections.

“My appreciation goes to God Almighty special thanks to the National Working Committee (NWC) of our party, the Presidential Campaign Council, Ekiti State Presidential Campaign Council, former Governors Kayode Fayemi and Niyi Adebayo, all our former deputy governors, former and serving members of the National Assembly as well as all the leaders of our party in Ekiti State for working hard to ensure a successful rally.   

“The task ahead of us now is to commence a massive mobilisation of support and door to- door campaign at the grassroots level for the election of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as President of the country; as well as all our National and State Assembly candidates.

“Asiwaju Tinubu has always being there for us in Ekiti State, this is the time to pay him back with our votes. We also need to get all our National and State Assemblies candidates elected in order to ensure good governance. While thanking all our members for a job well done on the rally, I urge us to redoubled our efforts at mobilising the voters for the success of our party in the coming general election.”, Oyebanji said.

Oyebanji Congratulates Ex-Governor Adebayo At 65.

Oyebanji Congratulates Ex-Governor Adebayo At 65.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated the first Civilian Governor of the state and currently Minister of Industry, Trade and Investments, Otunba Niyi Adebayo, who turned 65 years old today.

Governor Oyebanji in a congratulatory message signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode, described Otunba Adebayo as a dependable and exemplary leader, a rare breed politician and an astute manager of men and materials who laid a solid foundation for the socio- political and economic development of the state.

The Governor also described  Adebayo as a man of honour who radiates humility, decency and excellence, values that endeared him to Ekiti people who proudly call   him “Omoluabi Ekiti”.

The Governor stressed that the sterling qualities which Adebayo possesses have endeared him to the hearts of many people, both within and outside the state, especially those who came in contact with him or fortunate to be nurtured by him or benefitted from the former governor’s generosity of spirit.

"Governor Oyebanji said that ex- Governor Adebayo has conducted himself with a high level of integrity, civility and humility in and out of office. He further described the former Governor as a loyal party leader, a contented politician and an accomplished statesman who has successfully raised many progressive leaders in Ekiti State. 

He said the former Governor occupies a special place in the hearts of Ekiti people because of his simplicity and support for the developmental efforts in the state.

“Otunba Adebayo is an exemplary leader who has spent a good number of years raising a succession generation of progressive leaders. There is no gainsaying that Otunba Adebayo has graciously raised great talents and provided them platforms to shine. 

“ His humility is unparalleled and his love for the state unquantifiable. On this occasion of his 65th birthday, we can only wish him many more useful and productive years in service to humanity. 

"I, on behalf of my wife, Olayemi, the Government and good people of Ekiti State whom the former governor had served meritoriously, celebrate our dear Otunba Adeniyi Adebayo on his birthday and pray that God rewards his labour of love with long life in good health and unspeakable joy.”, Oyebanji said.

EKSG Applauds FG Over Ado-Akure Road Contract Award.

EKSG Applauds FG Over Ado-Akure Road Contract Award.

The Government of Ekiti State on Thursday has welcomes with excitement and gratitude news of the re-award of the Ado-Ekiti- Akure Road contract by the Federal Government.

The approval of the Federal Executive Council for inclusion  of the Ado-Ekiti- Akure Road among other Federal Government roads to be fixed through the NNPC Tax Credit Scheme comes as a great relief to our people who have suffered untold hardship on the road.

It is also a vindication of the  struggle of the Government and people of the state in the last one year.

It is recalled that aside interventions by some prominent leaders in the state, Governor Biodun Oyebanji has stepped up engagement with relevant agencies of the Federal Government on the Ado- Akure Road, among other issues, shortly after resumption of office.

While Government awaits the resumption of the  new contractors on site, it urges the people, especially motorists,  to show appreciable level of understanding for some inconveniences they may experience in the course of the road construction.

The Ekiti State Government also lauded NNPC Managing Director, Mele Kyari, and the entire management for accepting the funding arrangement for the road project.

In similar vein, the State Government is also thankful to the Federal Government for the award of the Ado- Ijan- Agbado- Ilumoba Road contract.

The Government of Ekiti State is committed to the welfare of the citizens and will continue to collaborate with relevant Government institutions and agencies as well as private sector players to advance the  socio- economic and infrastructure development of the State.

 Yinka Oyebode

Special Adviser ( Media) to the Governor.

03- 02 2023

No Ward Or Community In My Federal Constituency Without Projects Facilitated By Me~BTO

No Ward Or Community In My Federal Constituency Without Projects Facilitated By Me~BTO

The federal lawmaker representing Akoko North East/North West Federal Constituency, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Thursday declared that no ward or community in his constituency is without a project he facilitated. 

While addressing newsmen in Akure, the Ondo State Capital, the APC lawmaker who is seeking re-election revealed that there was no ward or community in his constituency that did not have a project facilitated by him.

“There’s no ward or community in my federal constituency that does not have a project facilitated by me during my first tenure as a lawmaker and this is a product of my commitment made possible by the people to ensure that no area is marginalized.

“Also before I became a lawmaker, I brought in consultant who toured the entire federal constituency and we were able to have a comprehensive list of what each area needs. 

“This has guided us in the execution of our projects as they are strategic and intentional. They are projects and initiatives which have direct Impact on the beneficiary communities,” he added.

Explaining how he has been able to facilitate majority of his projects in his Federal Constituency, BTO as fondly called stated that he has been able to achieve majority of this project through lobbying which he described as one of the primary duties of a legislator.

“Against the notion that we got our projects in my federal constituency through the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), I have been able to facilitate them through lobbying in different federal government agencies. 

“During my first term campaign, I only made one promise and that is effective representation, and in doing this, I have been able to effectively lobby for projects from independent bodies among others to the various communities in my federal constituency.”

Also while addressing the challenge of abandoned projects in the NDDC, BTO, who is the House Committee Chairman on NDDC at the green chamber stated that he has prioritized on-going projects over new projects.

“Today we have a completed multi-billion naira edifice for the NDDC in Port Harcourt, this was a project started in the year 1993; also we have completed the police housing project in Omagwa, Ikwerre Local Government which was long abandoned for 10 years."

On the issue of electricity in Ondo South, he said, "we have successfully made two payments and we will do everything possible to address this situation."

While addressing questions regarding his second term ambition, the lawmaker stated that, “my second term election is a referendum which would be determined by the people. I have done well by giving them effective representation and I am optimistic that the people would sustain my this development.”