Ekiti APC Begins Strategic Move For Women's Full Participation in Politics.

Ekiti APC Begins Strategic Move For Women's Full Participation in Politics.

The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ekiti State has taken a strategic move towards ensuring women's full participation in politics across the State. 

The leadership of the APC in Ekiti State converged in Ado-Ekiti, on Monday, to promote inclusivity and mobilize women for the forthcoming elections in the State. 

The meeting was attended by the APC State Party Chairman, Chief Sola Eleshin; Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun; Special Adviser on Political Matters, Chief Jide Awe; Commissioner for Town Planning, Rt. Hon. Karounwi Oladapo; Special Adviser on Gender Empowerment and Mobilization, Chief Mrs. Kemisola Olaleye; Ekiti APC Women Leader, Mrs Caroline Eegunlusi; all APC Local Government women leaders and women representatives from the 16 LGAs.

Speaking shortly after the meeting, the State Party Chairman, Mr. Eleshin said the move is part of efforts of the party's leadership to build a supportive environment that removes barriers preventing women from venturing into politics. 

According to Eleshin, the inclusion of women in politics will further build a formidable structure of APC in its quest to become the party to beat during the forthcoming elections in the State. 

He said: "They are stakeholders in the formation of political parties and activities of the party in the State. We will like to encourage them to expand their scope for their own political advancement. 

"In the past, women believe they are doing it for their male counterparts but this time around, they are major stakeholders in Ekiti politics and they should be active."

On his part, Chief Awe stressed the importance of having a single line of action among the APC women geared towards ensuring equal opportunities and guard against discrimination.

He further explained that they are expected to engage other women in various communities across the state aimed at building widespread sustainable leadership amongst the women  in the State. 

His words: "We realized that the issue of politics and governance involves both the male and female. We are looking at the situation that we are entering another critical stage of our politicking. Women should not be left behind but if they are not coordinated, it could be otherwise. 

"We are using this meeting to establish a coordinating unit for our women all over the state. We want them to form a single line of action where the women leader speaks from the state down to the unit level.

The Special Adviser on Gender Empowerment and Mobilisation, Mrs Olaleye described Governor Biodun Oyebanji as a women-friendly governor, who has prioritized the welfare of women in his administration. 

Olaleye explained that the latest development by the state party leadership is targeted at ensuring the smooth operation of its activities from the state to the ward level.

Ekiti-Born Star Adebimpe Returns Home With Husband, Lateef Adedimeji, to Promote Arts and Culture.

Ekiti-Born Star Adebimpe Returns Home With Husband, Lateef Adedimeji, to Promote Arts and Culture.

Ekiti State on Monday welcomed home one of its illustrious daughters, Mrs. Adebimpe Adedimeji, a proud native of Ijero Ekiti, alongside her husband, renowned Nollywood actor and producer, Lateef Adedimeji. 

The couple visited Governor Biodun Oyebanji at the Governor's Office in Ado-Ekiti to discuss collaborative efforts aimed at promoting Ekiti’s rich history, vibrant culture, and creative potential.

Also present at the meeting were the Chief of Staff, Mr. Niyi Adebayo, and the Commissioner for Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy, Prof. Rasak Ojo Bakare, alongside other top government officials.

Lateef Adedimeji, who recently produced and starred in the blockbuster movie Lisabi, currently trending across the country, is also widely celebrated for his stellar role in Femi Adebayo’s Jagunjagun, a movie that has received critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling and epic themes. 

The actor expressed his enthusiasm for telling more culturally-rooted stories and highlighted the immense potential in Ekiti’s untapped historical narratives.

Governor Oyebanji, during the meeting, emphasized the importance of arts and culture as vehicles for preserving history and driving economic development. He noted that Ekiti’s legacy of warlords, historical icons, and rich traditions provides a wealth of stories that could position the state as a hub for epic filmmaking and cultural tourism.

Mrs. Adebimpe Adedimeji, visibly proud of her Ekiti heritage, shared her joy in returning home to contribute to the growth of the creative sector. She described Ekiti as a treasure trove of history and culture, ripe for cinematic exploration. 

Her husband, Lateef, echoed this sentiment, pointing out that Nollywood’s growing influence can be harnessed to spotlight Ekiti’s unique narratives on a global stage.

The Commissioner for Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy, Prof. Rasak Ojo Bakare, hailed the meeting as a strategic move to place Ekiti at the forefront of Nigeria’s creative economy.

According to him, collaborations with celebrated actors like the Adedimejis would result in projects that celebrate Ekiti’s warlords, legends, and culture, while also creating job opportunities for young creatives in the state.

The visit signals a promising future for Ekiti State as it seeks to elevate its profile in arts and culture through storytelling that resonates with its rich heritage and vibrant history.

REVOLUTIONIZING CASSAVA FARMING: AGBEYEWA FARMS PARTNERS WITH EKITI STATE GOVERNMENT TO SUBSIDIZE HIGH-YIELDING CASSAVA STEMS FOR FARMERS. ‎

REVOLUTIONIZING CASSAVA FARMING: AGBEYEWA FARMS PARTNERS WITH EKITI STATE GOVERNMENT TO SUBSIDIZE HIGH-YIELDING CASSAVA STEMS FOR FARMERS.

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Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria: In a significant initiative aimed at transforming the agricultural landscape of Ekiti State, Agbeyewa Farms has announced a partnership with the Ekiti State Government to subsidize high-yielding cassava stems for farmers during the 2025 farming season. This collaboration seeks to empower cassava farmers by providing access to quality, profitable cassava stems, thereby enhancing their productivity and income.

‎This partnership is part of the Cassava Revolution agenda, established between Agbeyewa Farms and the Ekiti State Government in April 2024. The agenda aims to cultivate 100,000 hectares of cassava fields by 2030 through both in-grower and out-grower programs across Ekiti and neighboring states.

‎‎In addition to providing subsidized cassava stems, Agbeyewa Farms will facilitate direct sales opportunities for farmers, allowing them to sell their produce at established market prices. This arrangement ensures a stable market for Ekiti farmers and guarantees fair compensation for their harvests.

‎The partnership aligns with Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji's administration's commitment to making agriculture attractive to the youth of Ekiti and fostering wealth creation. By offering subsidized cassava stems and a reliable market for their produce, this initiative aims to empower young farmers and investors in cassava farming as a viable business venture that generates jobs and wealth.

Agbeyewa Farms has developed various cassava varieties, including Dixon, White Lion, TME 419, and Ayaya, each offering unique benefits and characteristics. The Farm will introduce four new cassava varieties in 2025: Renewed Hope, Obasanjo, GameChanger, and Baba 70. The company's investment in research and development is expected to further enhance the productivity and profitability of cassava farming in Ekiti State.

‎With this new partnership, Agbeyewa Farms and the Ekiti State Government are set to revolutionize cassava farming in the state, boost productivity, and drive economic growth in Ekiti State. This initiative represents a significant achievement for Governor Oyebanji's administration.

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‎Dauda Lawal, Director of Community Engagement and Communication at Agbeyewa Farms, stated that details regarding subsidized prices for each cassava variety, their attributes, and strategic information about sales locations will be communicated to the public in due course.

‎"This arrangement is a transformative opportunity for all cassava farmers in Ekiti and beyond. It marks a revolution in the Nigerian cassava industry, with the Ekiti State Government leading this charge. Further details regarding marketing and sales arrangements will be shared soon," Lawal remarked.

About Agbeyewa Farms

Agbeyewa Farms Limited, a subsidiary of Cavista Holdings, is a leading agro-allied company committed to transforming agriculture in Africa. With a strong focus on innovation, the company is spearheading a Cassava Revolution—aimed at transforming the process of cassava cultivation, aggregation, processing, and market integration, driving food security and economic development across the continent. Through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, led by the Agbeyewa Farms Community Development Foundation (AFCDF), the company also drives impactful programs in Education, Economic Empowerment, Environmental Sustainability, Health, and Sports, fostering meaningful and lasting change in the communities it serves.

For inquiries, please visit agbeyewa.com or contact Dauda Lawal at dlawal@cavistaholdings.com

OYEBANJI WELCOMES EKSU'S RATING AS NIGERIA'S BEST STATE VARSITY.

OYEBANJI WELCOMES EKSU'S RATING AS NIGERIA'S BEST STATE VARSITY.

….Congratulates Council,  Management on the Enviable Feat.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has expressed his delight with the emergence of Ekiti State University (EKSU) as the leading State University in Nigeria.

EKSU also secured the 12th position out of 270 universities in Nigeria (both public and private) according to a comprehensive ranking list published by Times Higher Education rating for 2025.

Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, congratulated the   university’s Chancellor, Dr Tunji Olowolafe, for his support and commitment towards the development of the University. He also congratulated the Governing Council of the University led by Prof Akin Oyebode and the management led by the Vice Chancellor, Prof Joseph Babatola Ayodele on the achievement, which he said resulted from the hard work of the staff and students.

The Governor noted that EKSU's leading position among fellow state-owned universities in the country is a positive advertisement of the state’s education sector, and a justification for his  administration’s huge investment in education and human capital development. 

The Governor said he is happy  that EKSU, with the latest feat, is justifying government’s huge investment in education, especially the significant increment in Government’s subvention to the University from N261 million to N410 million monthly, improved staff welfare package and infrastructure development, including the reconstruction of Ado - Iworoko  - Ifaki road, among others. 

Governor Oyebanji, who is EKSU’s  first alumnus to serve as Visitor to the university, promised to continue to ensure adequate government support for the university in areas of  teaching and research, as well as infrastructure upgrade. 

The Governor enjoined the management of the university not to rest on its oars, but work harder not only to sustain the momentum as the best state university but also to emerge as the overall best university in Nigeria, a feat he said is  achievable with more commitment.

It is recalled that Governor Oyebanji, in a bid to solve the power supply issue in EKSU, had, last year,  directed that the university be connected to the state’s Independent Power Plant (IPP).

Hon. DI Kekemeke' s Appointment is Well Deserved, As Omoluabi Group Congratulates A Respected Citizen.

Hon. DI Kekemeke' s Appointment is Well Deserved, As Omoluabi  Group Congratulates A Respected Citizen.

We received the good news of the appointment of a well respected citizen of Ondo State from the Ijaw/Arogbo extraction of the sunshine  state, Southwestern  Nigeria. His nomenclature  is Dr.D.I Kekemeke who is well known for his uprightness , diligence and commitment to the tenets of public administration, good governance and absolute loyalty to the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's renewed hope agenda from the onset.

We are hopeful that your appointment  as the Board Chairman of Nigerian Postal Services will further be an opportunity to showcase your experience as a seasoned public administrator and a successful legal luminarian.

Once again, accept our heartfelt congratulations as a worthy son of Ondo State  and the southwest region. We also appreciate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's decision to appoint a respected citizen and friend of the Omoluabi Socio-cultural and Political  Group(aka Egbe Omoluabi), a notable group in the southwest region of Nigeria.

 E-Signed

 Alex Akinfolarin

 National.Secretary

 For :

 Omoluabi Dr.Jayeola, A.O.

 National.Convener

 24/1/2025

Hon. Johnson Ogungbolude: Special Congratulations on Your Emergence As Akure North LGA Boss: Omoluabi Group Hails.

Hon. Johnson Ogungbolude: Special Congratulations on Your Emergence As Akure North LGA Boss: Omoluabi Group Hails.

I want to use this medium to specially congratulate Hon. Johnson Ogungbolude on his emergence as the Chairman, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, following his victory at the just concluded local government poll conducted by the State Independent Electoral Commission, ODIEC on the Saturday , 18th of January 2025.

Your victory at the poll is a testament of your attachment and regular touch with the grassroot, which in no doubt availed you the opportunity to mingle again with the people of Akure North Local.Government  Area at the grassroot.

 No.doubt you have always remained a loyal party man, a community boy with an appreciable knowledge of grassroot development and perfectly understands the terrain.

On this note, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations on behalf of Omoluabi Team Alliance  Socio-cultural and Political Group to a young man who is loaded with ideas on grassroot development that will in turn be beneficial to the people.

Honestly, Akure North LGA is blessed to.have you as the Chief Accounting Officer  and Chief Security Officer under the era of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Local.Government Autonomy which we as Omoluabi Team Alliance  Socio-cultural and Political Group has passionately supported  since inception of his administration . 

We wish you all the best and your team.

 E-Signed

 Omoluabi Engr. Aluko.Taye

 Ondo State Coordinator 

 24/1/2025

Hon. Oluwatuyi, Celebrates Ekiti SSG on academic elevation.

Hon. Oluwatuyi, Celebrates Ekiti SSG on academic elevation.

By Asubiojo G.O 

The Chairman of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government, Hon. Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Professor Habibat Omolara Adubiaro on her well-deserved promotion to the esteemed rank of Professor at the Federal University of Oye Ekiti (FUOYE).

Hon. Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga, The Executive Chairman of Irepodun/ Ifelodun Local Government Area. 

Hon. Oluwagbenga described the promotion, effective retroactively from October 1, 2022, as a fitting recognition of Prof. Adubiaro's academic excellence and her dedication to service. He commended her for seamlessly combining her scholarly pursuits with her pivotal role as the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) of Ekiti State.

“Professor Adubiaro’s promotion is a testament to her unwavering commitment to hard work, knowledge, and impactful leadership. As SSG, she has demonstrated exceptional dedication to grassroots development while providing steadfast support to the transformative agenda of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji,” Hon. Oluwagbenga stated.

Ekiti State Secretary Government, Professor Habibat Omolara Adubiaro.

The local government chairman also used the opportunity to eulogize Governor Oyebanji for his unwavering belief in the brilliance, capacities, and leadership potential of women. “Governor Oyebanji’s inclusion of dynamic women like Professor Adubiaro in his administration reflects his progressive vision and commitment to gender equity. His recognition of women’s contributions continues to empower and inspire future generations to aim higher,” he said.

Hon. Oluwagbenga further praised Prof. Adubiaro’s contributions to good governance and development in Ekiti State, noting that her dual achievements in academia and public service serve as an enduring inspiration. “Her accomplishment is not only a personal milestone but also a testament to the possibilities that arise when brilliance is nurtured and supported,” he added.

The chairman concluded by wishing Prof. Adubiaro continued success in her academic and public service endeavors, expressing confidence that her work will further contribute to the sustainable development of Ekiti State.