WE NEED PEACE TO PROMOTE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT -Obababa GCFR.

WE NEED PEACE TO PROMOTE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT -Obababa GCFR.

The proposed protests by certain discontented political figures not only lack foresight but also display a disregard for national cohesion. Engaging in such actions during a time of socio-economic instability, as we have now, could exacerbate the challenges we face as a people. The anticipated disruptions from these protests will only deepen the existing issues, hindering our collective progress.

It is evident that the motivations behind these planned demonstrations are politically charged, with the Kenyan experience being used as a rallying cry. This tactic aims to leverage external examples to galvanize support, but it ultimately distracts from the pressing need for national unity and constructive dialogue as the most veritable mean of dispute resolution.

The roadmap for national rebirth, as articulated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration, represents a critical opportunity for revitalization. This initiative aims to unlock our nation's full potential, fostering growth and stability. Rather than succumbing to division and unrest, we should rally around this vision and work collaboratively to address the challenges that lie ahead. Only through unity and collective effort can we aspire to achieve a brighter future for our country.

I want to strongly advise the young generation of Nigeria to be wary of the tactics of unpatriotic political dealers to make the country ungovernable. Please refuse to support the planned protest.

THIS IS A TIME TO REBUILD NOT DESTROY.

EKITI STATE APC CAUCUS COMMENDS OYEBANJI PERFORMANCE, ENDORSES HIM FOR SECOND TERM.

EKITI STATE APC CAUCUS COMMENDS OYEBANJI PERFORMANCE, ENDORSES HIM FOR SECOND TERM.

The State Caucus of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ekiti met Saturday 27th July 2024 and commended the performance of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, BAO, who they noted had not only represented the party well as the sitting governor, but also deserves a second term in office to sustain the good work. 

The caucus is the highest decision making body of the party at both the state and the federal level. 

Present at the meeting, which was at the instance of the first civilian governor of the State, Otunba Niyi Adebayo, were the acting State party Chairman, Hon. Olusola Elesin, the two past State Governors from the progressive fold, Otunba Adebayo himself and Dr. John Kayode Fayemi, the three senators currently representing the state, Senators Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, Yemi Adaramodu and Cyril Fasuyi, the six members of the House of Representatives, Hons Biodun Omoleye, Sola Fatoba, Akin Rotimi, Kolawole Akinlayo, Femi Bamisile and AVM Adeniyi Ojuawo. 

Governor Oyebanji was present at the meeting along with his deputy, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye together with the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye, his deputy Rt. Hon Bolaji Olagbaju and other principal members of the House of Assembly. 

Also in the attendance were all persons provided for by the Party Constitution without anyone missing. They included the past chairman of the party, High Chief Jide Awe, past deputy chairman, Chief Mrs Kemi Olaleye, past deputy governors, Surveyor Abiodun Aluko and Prof Modupe Adelabu, all past members of the national Assembly, past speakers and deputy speakers of the State House of Assembly, members of the national and zonal executive members of the party and the statutorily recognised members of the State Exco of the party. 

Also present were Senator Babafemi Ojudu, Hon. Bimbo Daramola, Hon. Bamidele Faparusi, who had hitherto been boycotting party meetings at the state level for one reason or the other was seen as a positive development and credited to the arms of fellowship being stretched by Gov. Oyebanji to all and sundry. 

Welcoming participants to the meeting, the convener, Otunba Niyi Adebayo expressed satisfaction at the conduct of members, especially the good name the sitting governor was building for the party. He encouraged all leaders to keep speaking with one voice and not allow any crack within the fold. 

Dr. Fayemi, the immediate past governor of the state, in his contribution said members should feel comfortably assured by the way Governor Oyebanji had been relating with members of the opposition, saying whatever any form of olive branch the governor had been waving towards the them would not affect the members negatively, but count for us as the ruling party. 

The acting chairman of the party seized the occasion to reel out the activities of the party at the state level, especially since the demise of his predecessor in office, Late Bar. Paul Omotosho. He also urged the party leaders to consider the building of the party Secretariat is a priority project and legacy in honour of the later party chairman, who was codenamed Mr. Continuity in his lifetime as a result of the midwifery role he played.

Others who spoke at the gathering include Senator Bamidele on behalf of the Senate caucus, Rt. Hon Bamisile on behalf of the the Reps caucus, the speaker, Rt. Hon Aribasoye on behalf of the state assembly caucus. There were also added voices of commendation from the elders forum, Prof Muyiwa Igbalajobi, women represented by Hon. Yemisi Ayokunle, representatives of the central, northern and southern districts of the state, Pa Gabriel Faluyi, Pa Alaba Bejide and H.E. Surveyor Abiodun Aluko, and High Chief Jide Awe, respectively. 

At the end of the meeting it was concluded that while the campaign time was still not ripe, the good work of Gov. Oyebanji should be encouraged to continue and continually proclaimed by all. 

Signed:

Segun Dipe

State Publicity Secretary, APC, Ekiti State. 

27th July 2024.

Oyebanji Congratulates Oore on appointment as S/W Coordinator of National Council of Traditional Rulers.

Oyebanji Congratulates Oore on appointment as S/W Coordinator of National Council of Traditional Rulers.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has congratulated the paramount ruler of Otun Ekiti, his royal majesty, Oba Adekunle Adeagbo on his appointment as the Coordinator, Southwest Nigeria, National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria.

Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Yinka Oyebode, described the appointment of the reverred traditional ruler as another great feat for Ekiti as a people.

 Oore of Otun, Oba Adekunle Adeagbo.

He described Oba Adeagbo as a reliable and amiable traditional leader who is passionate about the development of his people in particular and Nigeria in general, adding that his display of uncommon ingenuity before and after his coronation has endered him to the hearts of both the common people and the elite class in the country. 

The Governor said he has absolute confidence in the ability of the Monarch to perform resistant well in the new assignment and use the platform to further elevate traditional institution in the country. 

“On behalf of my wife, the Government, and good people of Ekiti State, I wish the Oore of Otun, Oba Adekunle Adeagbo a fruitful and rewarding service to his fatherland as he steps in a new role of leading other Obas in the Southwest”, Oyebanji said.

GOV OYEBANJI EXPRESSES CONDOLENCES ON IWUANYANWU'S DEATH.

GOV OYEBANJI EXPRESSES CONDOLENCES ON IWUANYANWU'S DEATH.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has expressed his condolences on the demise of the President-General of the pan-Igbo socio-cultural group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu.

Chief Iwuanyanwu passed on Thursday at the age of 82.

The Governor in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, described the death of Chief Iwuanyanwu as a great loss to the Igbo race and the Nigerian nation.

He said the deceased made a great impact in his lifetime as a politician, businessman, industrialist, publisher and community leader.

Governor Oyebanji noted that the late Chief Iwuanyanwu built bridges of friendship across ethnic nationalities, religions and cultures and worked hard in promoting unity among Nigerians of different backgrounds.

The Ekiti helmsman pointed out that the late Chief Iwuanyanwu contributed immensely to the nation's economy in areas of construction, real estate, publishing, shipping, aviation, among others creating jobs for thousands of Nigerians.

He hailed the deceased for being an apostle of politics without bitterness in his lifetime seeing politics as an avenue to serve his country and deepen democratic culture.

He added that the United sterling qualities and worth of the deceased made his kinsmen to entrust the leadership of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo on him and this was visible in the way he used the position to promote the unity of Nigeria.

Governor Oyebanji prayed God to grant the family members, associates and admirers of the deceased the fortitude to bear the loss urging them to be consoled by the good legacies he left behind.

“On behalf of the Government and good people of Ekiti State, I commiserate with the immediate family of the late Chief Iwuanyawu, the Champion Newspaper family, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo and the good people of the Southeast on the passing of this great Nigerian patriot. May God grant him eternal rest”

Oyebanji inaugurates digital library built by Senate Leader.

Oyebanji inaugurates digital library built by Senate Leader.                                                                                .…Gov Lauds Senator MOB on array of constituency projects in Ekiti.

It was a busy day for Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Friday as he traversed several communities in Ekiti Central Senatorial District of the state flagging of various projects facilitated by the Senate Leader and the Senator, representing the district, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele.

The projects, which are of immense economic, social and educational value included male and female hostels for medical students of Ekiti State University, a two kilometer road within the campus, an old people’s home, modern night market, a road project all in his country home, Iyin Ekiti as well as a digital library in Ado- Ekiti among others.

Inaugurating the digital Library in Ado-Ekiti, Governor Oyebanji commended the developmental strides of Senator Bamidele and how he had cooperated with his administration in the state by attracting many federal projects to the state. The Governor also called on residents of the area to continue to give their maximum support to the Senator in his efforts to contribute to the overall development of the state.

The Governor, who also eulogized Senator Bamidele’s leadership capacity, especially on his role as the Senate leader, noted that he had been a unifying factor among Senators irrespective of tribe or religion.

Emphasising the need to utilize the library facility, the Governor appealed to students and youths across the state to make proper use of the library in the quest to acquire knowledge, adding that his joy is to see the facility being put to adequate use.

He stressed the need for youth to go all out to acquire knowledge, stressing that education remained the greatest legacy that could be bequeath on anyone. 

The Governor affirmed that his government would continue to invest in education as well as collaborate with people of like minds to reposition education in the state. He called on other well-meaning Nigerians to invest in education and youth development. 

“I am aware that in this senatorial district, we have more than ten projects in various stages of completion that the senator is undertaking, but this library is especially very critical and dear to my heart because of the impact it would have on our youth. This library is not just a library, it’s a digital library, and I plead with our youths especially the students to make Maximum use of the facility”, The Governor added. 

In his remarks, Senator Bamidele disclosed that the library was named after his former teacher and school principal, the late Bishop Gabriel Oloniyo, whom he met in 1976 when he was admitted to Egba-Owode Grammar School. 

Senator Bamidele, who handed over the library to the state government as part of his contributions to the growth and development of the state, affirmed the importance of a digital library to the present jet age and an instrument to assist indigent students who may not possess the wherewithal to procure needed books while in school.

He also expressed his appreciation to Governor Biodun Oyebanji for giving him the opportunity to contribute his quota to the development of the state in the various capacity that he could stressing the fact that the Governor had given all members of the National Assembly a list of his expectation from them and that they have all tried their best to achieve those demands.

“It is really my pleasure to handover this digital library built in honour of late Bishop Gboyega Oloniyo to the state. Thank God for the encouragement that this project is hitting the target set by his Excellency for the nine National Assembly members. He stated.

Also speaking at the event, the Head of Service, Dr Olufolake  Olomojobi commended the Senate Leader for the project, stressing that she was a product of  public library both at her secondary and university levels. 

The flag off event also had in attendance speaker of the state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon, Adeoye Aribasoye; members of the state executive council; Secretary to the State Government, Dr Habibat Adubiaro, members of the traditional council and other stakeholders.Oyebanji inaugurates digital library built by Senate Leader

… Gov Lauds Senator MOB on array of constituency projects in Ekiti

It was a busy day for Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Friday as he traversed several communities in Ekiti Central Senatorial District of the state flagging of various projects facilitated by the Senate Leader and the Senator, representing the district, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele.

The projects, which are of immense economic, social and educational value included male and female hostels for medical students of Ekiti State University, a two kilometer  road within the campus, an old people’s home, modern night market, a road project all in his country home, Iyin Ekiti as well as a digital library in Ado- Ekiti among others.

Inaugurating the digital Library in Ado-Ekiti, Governor Oyebanji commended the developmental strides of Senator Bamidele and how he had cooperated with his administration in the state by attracting many federal projects to the state. The Governor also called on residents of the area to continue to give their maximum support to the Senator in his efforts to contribute to the overall development of the state.

The Governor, who also eulogized Senator Bamidele’s leadership capacity, especially on his role as the Senate leader, noted that he had been a unifying factor among Senators irrespective of tribe or religion.

Emphasising the need to utilize the library facility, the Governor appealed to students and youths across the state to make proper use of the library in the quest to acquire knowledge, adding that his joy is to see the facility being put to adequate use.

He stressed the need for youth to go all out to acquire knowledge, stressing that education remained the greatest legacy that could be bequeath on anyone. 

The Governor affirmed that his government would continue to invest in education as well as collaborate with people of like minds to reposition education in the state. He called on other well-meaning Nigerians to invest in education and youth development. 

“I am aware that in this senatorial district, we have more than ten projects in various stages of completion that the senator is undertaking, but this library is especially very critical and dear to my heart because of the impact it would have on our youth. This library is not just a library, it’s a digital library, and I plead with our youths especially the students to make Maximum use of the facility”, The Governor added. 

In his remarks, Senator Bamidele disclosed that the library was named after his former teacher and school principal, the late Bishop Gabriel Oloniyo, whom he met in 1976 when he was admitted to Egba-Owode Grammar School. 

Senator Bamidele, who handed over the library to the state government as part of his contributions to the growth and development of the state, affirmed the importance of a digital library to the present jet age and an instrument to assist indigent students who may not possess the wherewithal to procure needed books while in school.

He also expressed his appreciation to Governor Biodun Oyebanji for giving him the opportunity to contribute his quota to the development of the state in the various capacity that he could stressing the fact that the Governor had given all members of the National Assembly a list of his expectation from them and that they have all tried their best to achieve those demands.

“It is really my pleasure to handover this digital library built in honour of late Bishop Gboyega Oloniyo to the state. Thank God for the encouragement that this project is hitting the target set by his Excellency for the nine National Assembly members. He stated.

Also speaking at the event, the Head of Service, Dr Olufolake  Olomojobi commended the Senate Leader for the project, stressing that she was a product of  public library both at her secondary and university levels. 

The flag off event also had in attendance speaker of the state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon, Adeoye Aribasoye; members of the state executive council; Secretary to the State Government, Dr Habibat Adubiaro, members of the traditional council and other stakeholders.

Ekiti Youth Empowered in Agricultural Endeavours under FADAMA Project.

Ekiti Youth Empowered in Agricultural Endeavours under FADAMA Project.

By Olamide Akinwumi.

In a significant move to bolster agricultural productivity and youth engagement, qualified members of the Ekiti Youth Entrepreneurs Cooperative Multipurpose Society (CMS) were empowered today in various agricultural endeavours under the FADAMA project in Ekiti State.

The initiative, directed by Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, aims to encourage the youth to return to farming and produce 50% of their food consumption. This aligns with the governor's vision of sustainable agriculture and youth empowerment in the state.

Beneficiaries of the project were provided with essential resources for various agricultural sectors. In poultry farming, they received 50-day-old chicks, vaccines, glucose, and a bag of feed. For cassava farming, they were given 8-month-old harvest-due cassava stems and herbicides. Fish farming enthusiasts were supplied with fish fingerlings and feed, while those venturing into tomato farming received seeds and herbicides.

Yemi Olubusoye, the Special Assistant on Youth Empowerment to the Ekiti State Governor, expressed gratitude to Governor Oyebanji, the Commissioner for Agriculture, and the State Coordinator for the FADAMA project for their support and consideration. "The beneficiaries are saying thank you. God bless you all," Olubusoye remarked.

This empowerment initiative is expected to significantly impact the agricultural sector in Ekiti State, promoting self-sufficiency and economic growth among the youth.

2026: No vacancy in Ekiti Government House - Senate Leader.

2026: No vacancy in Ekiti Government House - Senate Leader.

… As Ekiti NASS caucus plans public endorsement of Oyebanji for second term.

The Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti Central) has declared that he and other members of Ekiti State Caucus in the National Assembly would join hands with other progressive minded people to support Governor Biodun Oyebanji for second term in office based on the Governor’s excellent performance and exemplary leadership quality.

The Senate Leader, who spoke at Igede-Ekiti on Friday during an inspection of some of his constituency projects across Ekiti Central Senatorial district, said himself and other National Assembly members from the state would soon publicly declare their support for the Governor’s second term in office. The declaration, according to him would be give wide publicity in all the national daily and broadcast media. 

Senator Bamidele who was accompanied on the project inspection and inauguration by Governor Biodun Oyebanji said the Governor’s transformative leadership and people oriented policies and programmes has brought a lot of significant development to the state and its people.

The Senate Leader who affirmed that Governor Oyebanji’s ability to unify every political tendencies in the state and mobilize the people for development has brought a huge and significant growth to the state.

He explained that the Governor has continued to collaborate with members of the National Assembly and get them actively involved in his development agenda. 

The Senator said he is able to carry out a lot of constituency projects across the six local governments that make up his Central Senatorial District because the Governor has created and sustained an atmosphere of peace and tranquility in the state that is devoid of hostility and mutual suspicion. 

He said the peaceful atmosphere, coupled with the Governor’s open hands to the various political tendencies has encouraged everyone to contribute his quotas to the development of the state. 

"I want to use this opportunity to thank our Governor, I say this everywhere I go to, if you elected somebody to represent you in Abuja and he comes back home to do something it is because they allow him to come back home. If they don't allow us, we will just remain in Abuja, we will not pass our boundary. 

“But we have a Governor today who will sit down with us and say this is what our people need, if you want to do your constituency project, please, work on this list and I know that market development was part of what the Governor discussed with us, transformer was part of it, solar street light was part of it and by the grace of God every member of the national Assembly would pick from the list given to us by the Governor because if we do not do what the people want at where they want it, it will be useless.

“Your Excellency, we are proud of you and I know that by the grace of God like everyone is saying, anybody that thinks there is vacancy in 2026 is only deceiving himself and I am begging you, don't let anybody deceive our people. You sent nine of us to Abuja, three senator and six House of Representative members and at the appropriate time, the nine of us will do our advert jointly signed endorsing Governor Oyebanji as our consensus candidate in all the dailies" the Senator stated. 

“Speaking further, the Senator who promised to rebuild the Igede- Ekiti market to Iyin Ekiti standard, said all the market, solar power, roads and hospital projects would be replicated across the six local Government areas on the district. 

Governor Oyebanji, in his response, hailed the commitment of the Senator Leader and his colleagues in the National Assembly to Ekiti development adding that their exemplary performance underscored the importance of electing people of proven integrity and capacity as representatives in government.