EKSU Chancellor, Olowolafe, Donates Mini Bus, Equipment Worth Millions to Varsity.

EKSU Chancellor, Olowolafe, Donates Mini Bus, Equipment Worth Millions to Varsity.

By Olamide Akinwumi. 

The Chancellor of Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti, Dr. Tunji Olowolafe, has donated a brand new Donfeng M3 (11-seater) mini bus and other educational materials to the institution’s Department of Geology.

The donation, which also included five workstations worth ₦20 million, a plotter, a 15th-generation laptop, and an HP color laser printer, was part of Olowolafe’s effort to support academic excellence in the university. Additionally, the Department of Banking and Finance received 12 sets of computers from the Chancellor.

Speaking during the handover of the materials at the university campus in Ado-Ekiti, the General Manager of the Tunji Olowolafe Foundation, Oyinkansola Familoni, said the donations were aimed at enhancing effective teaching and learning in the institution.

Receiving the items on behalf of the Governing Council and Management, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Babatola Ayodele, expressed deep appreciation for the Chancellor’s generosity, describing him as "an uncommon philanthropist."

He also charged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the materials and provide periodic updates on their impact, adding, “The Chancellor would want to see the impact of the materials on the development of the university.”

The donation was confirmed in a statement signed by the Deputy Registrar, Directorate of Information & Corporate Affairs, Bode Olofinmuagun, and made available to the media.

'BIODUN ABAYOMI OYEBANJI: OF CAPACITY, EXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP AND EXPONENTIAL LEGITIMACY.

'BIODUN ABAYOMI OYEBANJI: OF CAPACITY, EXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP AND EXPONENTIAL LEGITIMACY.

_By Johnson Ola Folarin (JOF)_

"Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitude and in actions." - Harold Geneen 

BAO is such a pride to Our party, APC and Ekiti in general. For the first time in history, no former Governor of the State is currently against him. Don't come and tell me it's because he's settling them oooo... Don't underrate a former Governor that after leaving office, he would still need to be fed by the current Governor. 

The contacts they'd made alone can feed them forever. As a sitting Governor, you can't buy a former Governor who doesn't love you. If you doubt it, why is Fubara not buying Wike as we speak? It's still because he's not worth buying him. Fubara would have done plenty of things to buy Wike but for a fact that the love is no more there, he (Wike) doesn't have a price so as all other former Governors. 

The above inference, shows that only loving intentions can buy People to your side. The former Governors are not hungry as it may be presumed by some disgruntled People and they can never be, forever. It takes loving-kindness, intentionality, cool-headedness, recognition and legitimacy to buy the unique interests of former Governors from different parties, not the money.

*"There are three essentials to leadership: humility, clarity and courage."* —Chan Master Fuchan Yuan

BAO has really shown to be special and exceptional. He's a man after the hearts of those who truly love the State and her dynamics. Whatever can bring Baba Afe Babalola, Chief Wole Olanipekun and Chief Femi FALANA of this world together, such thing has passed through the hurdles of those requirements listed above. Senator Ojudu fought virtually all the former Governors' re-elections, whilst they're Governing the State at one time or the other, but now, same Senator Ojudu is only having the relentless desires to work for BAO's re-election, same as other opposition Members who are now freely desiring him (BAO) for a second term.

BAO has indeed simplified governance in Ekiti State, to the extent of laying the durable foundation for the solid future, and rich in good governance-templates for Up-And-Coming governments to be bred from the trait of Omoluabism that has endeared Governor 'Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, BAO, to the hearts of almost everyone in the State.

Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, has indeed set the long-lasting precedences for those God will bless with taking up the governance of the State, subsequently. It's indeed a plus to all of us! Through these established quality precedences, there will be no more--- abandonment of projects by successive governments in the State. That alone assures the State of development-driven results and Ekiti People shall continue to rejoice and be glad in it.

BAO needs Our supports as good indigenes for a greater Ekiti that the foundation and pillar can now be confirmed strong and trusted.

Let's all anticipate a greater Ekiti with Governor 'Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, BAO till 2030.

Ojuawo Felicitates with Oba Adejimi Alagbado on His Honorary Degree.

Ojuawo Felicitates with Oba Adejimi Alagbado on His Honorary Degree.

The Honourable Member representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency 1, Hon. (AVM Rtd) Ojuawo Rufus Adeniyi, has congratulated His Royal Majesty Oba Samuel Adu Adejimi Alagbado, Agirilala II, Ogoga of Ikere Ekiti, on the conferment of a Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) in Public Administration by Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere Ekiti (BOUESTI).

In his congratulatory message, Ojuawo affirmed the conferment as well-deserved. 

“I congratulate our revered Monarch, Oba Adu Alagbado, on his conferment as Doctor of Philosophy in Public Administration by BOUESTI. Our Kabiyesi is an administrator par excellence and a manager of men. His antecedents in corporate organizations show his distinct excellence in all his records of service, without blemish, even before ascending the throne of his forefathers.

 

The reign of Oba Alagbado has further affirmed his managerial skills, discipline, and love for his community. I join the Ikere community in celebrating our Kabiyesi and wish him a peaceful reign, long life, and prosperity.”

Hon. Ojuawo also thanked the Governing Council and Vice Chancellor of Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere, for the award. “On behalf of the good people of Ekiti South Federal Constituency 1 and myself, I say a big thank you for finding our Kabiyesi worthy of this honour,” Ojuawo added.

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Oyebanji reinstates commitment to sports development.

Oyebanji reinstates commitment to sports development.

… as renovation work begins at stadium.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to leveraging sports as a tool for job creation and wealth generation.

Governor Oyebanji, who stated this on Friday during an inspection of ongoing renovation of Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado Ekiti, emphasized that sports in the state would no longer be regarded solely as a recreational activity but as a strategic platform for empowering athletes.

The Governor, who expressed dismay at the poor conditions under which the athletes train, assured them that such situation would soon become a thing of the past. He said his administration is determined to revamp the stadium to meet international standard.

The Governor also hinted that his government has awarded over Seven billion naira contract for the construction of a state- of- the - art indoor sports hall which is expected to be completed before the end of his administration.

While assuring the athletes that his administration would continue to provide enabling environment for them to thrive which include modern facilities and training programs that would position them to compete effectively at national and international levels, the Governor charged them to remain diligent and concentrate on their goals and take advantage of the opportunities his administration is creating to develop their talents. 

“I came here this morning in continuation of what we started yesterday just to look at what is happening at the stadium. I recall that I was here last year, I went round and I did not like what I saw and I promised that we are going to revamp sports in Ekiti State.

“If you look at the six pillars of our administration, one of them is human capital development, that is where sport development is and I made a promise that we will use sport as an avenue to create job and wealth, that sport will no longer be a recreation activities, it will be a platform for sport lovers in sporting activities to make money and we can only do that if we put in place structures and building blocks that will allow you to exhibit your potentials”. The Governor said.

In her own remarks, the Technical Advisor on sports development, Dr.(Mrs) Olusola Osetoba lauded the Governor’s vision and proactive efforts in ensuring that sports are no longer seen as a mere recreational activity but as a platform for youth empowerment, job creation, and economic growth.

Speaking on behalf of the athletes, the Captain of Ekiti United Football Club, Mr Makanjuola Ayodeji who could not hide his joy expressed his profound appreciation to the Governor for his remarkable contribution to the welfare of the athletes in the state. He noted that since the inception of the Governor’s administration, they have witnessed unprecedented improvement in their condition of service with salary increment, uniforms, traveling allowance, bonuses, among others.

Oyebanji at APC Ward meeting, calls for unity, accommodation of new members.

Oyebanji at APC Ward meeting, calls for unity, accommodation of new members.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has called on members of the All Progressive Congress (APC) to remain united and embrace new members in order to further strengthen the party and position it for victory in future elections. 

Governor Oyebanji gave the charge on Thursday when he paid an unscheduled visit to the APC Ado Ekiti,Ward 8, where party members held their ward meeting.

The Governor, whose visit caught members unaware said the purpose of the sudden visit was to ascertain the level of punctuality of the party members particularly those who hold political office and to appreciate members of the party for their support for the APC and the government.

 

Expressing satisfaction at the turn out of members at the meeting, Governor Oyebanji encouraged party members to foster a sense of belonging among new and existing members, stressing that the strength of the party lies in its ability to accommodate diverse perspectives while maintaining a united front

He urged the leaders to intensify efforts in promoting harmony and addressing grievances promptly to ensure members feel valued and respected.

“I am here for two reasons today, first is to ascertain the number of appointees that attend meetings and the second reason is to thank you for your support for the party and for the government, we cannot appoint everybody, yet you remain in the party with the hope that things will get better and I assured you by the grace of God, those who were not on appointment, government initiatives will get to you and your children.

“I have only one plea, please, it is the people that make party and it is through humility and unity that we can gather party members, so please anybody that want to join, don’t shut the door on them. Don’t let us say some people didn’t vote for us during election, or during primaries you did not work for us, it is people that make the party. Whatever we are going to become in life has been written by God and nobody can hinder it. So, please don’t let us shut our doors, let us open our doors to allow people to enter our party, so when elections come, it will be easy for us”, the Governor said.

Speaking earlier, the ward Chairman, Mr Arowolo Tajudeen, who could not hide his excitement, expressed his profound gratitude to the Governor for attending the meeting. He noted that Governor Oyebanji has made history as the first Governor to attend ward meetings.

The chairman commended the Governor's monumental achievements, which, according to him, have strengthened the party’s reputation and drawn more supporters to the party.

He added that the Governor’s efforts have created a solid foundation for the party to thrive in future elections.

EKSG Approves Promotion for 6129 Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff.

EKSG Approves Promotion for 6129 Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff.

By Olamide Akinwumi. 

Ekiti State Government has approved the promotion of 6,129 teaching and non-teaching staff of public secondary schools across the state as part of efforts to enhance the education sector.

Chairman of the State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), Mrs Rhoda Ojo, disclosed this during a meeting with public secondary school principals in Ado-Ekiti, stating that promotion letters had already been dispatched to the beneficiaries.

She explained that 5,669 teachers and 460 non-teaching staff benefited from the promotion exercise, attributing its success to Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s commitment to workers’ welfare, particularly in the education sector.

Addressing the delay in the 2022/2023 promotion exercise, Mrs Ojo noted that challenges related to seniority and internal contentions had been resolved. She urged the promoted workers to reciprocate the government’s gesture through diligence and dedication to their duties.

She also emphasised that the government would not tolerate hooliganism, violence, or indiscipline in schools, stressing that principals must take responsibility for maintaining order, fostering a positive learning environment, and ensuring student success. She assured that the state would continue to reward hardworking principals and teachers while sanctioning those found negligent.

Permanent Secretary of TESCOM, Mr Michael Boluwade, in his remarks, cautioned against attempts to influence postings and transfers, particularly mid-session, noting that such disruptions negatively impact students’ academic performance. He reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to prioritising the welfare of both teaching and non-teaching staff to enhance productivity and ensure excellent student outcomes.

Reacting to the development, State Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Comrade Bamidele Daodu, Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS), Comrade Sola Adigun, and Chairman of the All-Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), Mr Akinbode Oke, commended the government’s continuous support for teachers.

They pledged that their members would uphold professionalism and academic excellence in public secondary schools across the state. They also appealed for more capacity-building programmes to equip teachers with modern instructional techniques for improved learning outcomes.

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Oyebanji Canvasses Maintenance Culture as Rainstorm Damaged Over 50 Buildings in Ekiti.

Oyebanji Canvasses Maintenance Culture as Rainstorm Damaged Over 50 Buildings in Ekiti.

…pledges support for victims.

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has charged landlords to maintain their buildings as raining season approaches and following rainstorm that wreaked havoc on over 50 buildings in Ipoti, Ejiyan, Owatedo and Odo Owa Ekiti, in Ijero Local Government Area, Wednesday evening.

Oyebanji said regular maintenance of facilities on old buildings, remains the best option to avert annual rainstorm being experienced in some towns, thereby rendering many homeless and scores being sapped economically.

Oyebanji gave the charge in the affected communities, on Thursday during on the spot assessment of the buildings blown off by hurricane, on Wednesday, during a stormy downpour in the communities.

Buildings affected include residential buildings, shops, and educational institutions.

The governor, represented by the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, sympathised with the victims and promised to initiate process that will lend a helping hand for them to repair their damaged buildings in record time.

He bemoaned the consistent rainstorm being witnessed in Ekiti and how many were being rendered homeless on account of this depressive occurrence.

The governor challenged the landlords to always take precautions by repairing damaged roofs and changed weak planks that can predispose their residences to unwarranted wreckage.

As part of the ways to halt and mitigate such occurrence, Oyebanji encouraged tree planting around residential areas to serve as wind breaker during stormy rainfall, urging the traditional institution to propagate such practice among the people at the grassroots.

“I am really saddened seeing people being homeless as a result of rainstorm. Moving round the town, you could see that the disaster was too much. We are promising you on behalf of the government that the officers of the State Emergency Management Agency will visit here and do the enumeration of the buildings and value the damage. We are going to help you, God shall heal your wounds.

“When something like this happended at Oke Ako Ekiti, the governor approved about N50m to rebuild the damaged buildings, likewise other towns like Ijesa Isu, Omu and Ijelu communities.

“Though we thank God that there is no loss of lives, that is our joy in this matter. The ruins were much, but we need rains to make our lives and farming flourish. But we have to do what is necessary to prevent damage to our buildings”, Oyebanji counseled.

Applauding the government for the swift action, the Olupoti of Ipoti, Oba Oladipupo Kolade and Oloja- Owa of Owatedo, Oba Adebayo Adewole, described the calamity as heartrending, saying it is necessary for people to manage their buildings to resolve such crisis.

Specifically, the Olupoti, Oba Kolade, said: “I nearly cried while going round yesterday to assess the level of damage. Mostly affected are the women and children, that makes the matter so worrisome.

“I want to appreciate the governor for being proactive in attending to this emergency situation in record time. The governor had again demonstrated that he is after the welfare of Ekiti people, so we are expecting the government’s help within a short time to give relieve to the victims”, the monarch stated.

Expressing grief over the matter, the Olowa of Odo Owa Ekiti, Oba Gideon Oyedeji, said those affected are poor people, who need emergency help to repair their damaged buildings and restore their hope.

“We appreciate the government for this respect and the promise to help the victims. We know the value of what the government is doing , particularly securing our lives, so that we can sleep and access our farms. We are grateful for all these”.

On the governor’s entourage are: the lawmaker representing Ijero Constituency, Hon Ademola Ojo, Chairman, Irede Local Council Development Area, Hon. Ayo Awe, political office holders, traditional leaders, among others.