Kayode Ojo in Talks to Join ADC as APC Door Closes, Enlists Atiku Ally as DG.

Kayode Ojo in Talks to Join ADC as APC Door Closes, Enlists Atiku Ally as DG.

Ikoro-Ekiti-born entrepreneur and politician, Engr. Kayode Ojo, is poised to transition to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) amid intensifying uncertainties regarding his prospects within the All Progressives Congress (APC). 

Ojo divulged this information to his loyal supporters in what is being characterized as a courageous political realignment, prompted by recent high-profile endorsements for incumbent Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji within the APC.

Reliable sources indicate that strategic discussions are currently underway between Ojo and prominent ADC stakeholders in both Abuja and Port Harcourt, with notable political luminaries such as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, former Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola, and Senator David Mark participating in these deliberations.

It appears that the opportunities available to Ojo within the APC have substantially diminished.

Governor Oyebanji presently enjoys extensive institutional support, leaving Ojo with scant room for maneuverability.

Nevertheless, he remains steadfast in his resolve to challenge the prevailing order, with his aspirations now firmly anchored in the ADC platform.

Spearheading Ojo’s new political trajectory is Hon. Lanre Fayemi, a former Minority Leader of the Ekiti State House of Assembly (PDP, 1999) and a close confidant of Alhaji Atiku Abubakar.

Although Fayemi is from Ifaki Ward 2, his political endeavors in the town have been less than impressive over the past two years. 

His last known party affiliation was with the Social Democratic Party (SDP), although his current political orientation remains ambiguous.

Other prominent members of Ojo’s entourage include Hons. Ropo Ige, Taju Gidado, Motunde Fajuyi, and Olusola Omolayo. 

These key individuals, who all rallied behind Ojo during the 2022 APC primaries, left the APC and have not rejoined the party since then. 

Hon. Olusola Omolayo, in particular, contested the House of Assembly seat under the SDP banner against the current Speaker of the House. As of today, he and others like Ropo Ige of Ikoro-Ekiti remain steadfastly outside the APC, despite Ojo's subtle attempts to project a mainstream status.

Hon.(Mrs) Motunde Fajuyi contested the Ekiti Central senatorial seat against the current Senate Leader, Michael Opeyemi Bamidele(MOB) under the ADC platform in 2023 and  remains a towering figure in the party till today. 

Despite setbacks in the 2018 and 2022 APC primaries, where he was defeated by Governor Kayode Fayemi and Governor Oyebanji, respectively, Kayode Ojo is banking on his political network, financial resources, and renewed support from national figures to reinvigorate his ambitions under the ADC banner.

Previously, certain blocks within the APC have consistently called for the expulsion of the Kayode Ojo Group from the party, citing a blatant disregard for the section of the party constitution that prohibits members from dragging party representatives before the courts until all internal remedies have been exhausted.

With the political climate in Ekiti becoming increasingly charged, all eyes are on Kayode Ojo’s forthcoming actions as he prepares to mount a formidable opposition and reassert his significance on a new political stage.

Hon. Deji Ajayi Thanks Fatoba for Solar Streetlights, Highlights Community Benefits.

Hon. Deji Ajayi Thanks  Fatoba for Solar Streetlights, Highlights Community Benefits.

The Honourable Federal Commissioner representing Ekiti State at the National Population Commission (NPC), Mr. Ayodeji Ajayi, has conveyed the appreciation of landlords on Ooreofe Akintayo Street in Egbewa Estate, Ado-Ekiti, to Hon. Sola Fatoba, member of the House of Representatives for Ado/Irepodun-Ifelodun Federal Constituency for providing solar streetlights to the area.

Speaking in a statement, on behalf of the landlords, Mr. Ajayi thanked Hon. Fatoba for installing solar-powered streetlights in the area, describing the gesture as a thoughtful contribution that will improve security and quality of life in the community.

He commended the lawmaker for his continued support of the administration of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji and for being a dependable partner in efforts to improve the lives of Ekiti residents.

Mr. Ajayi further encouraged other elected officials and private individuals to collaborate with the government in delivering projects that promote shared prosperity across the state.

The landlords of Ooreofe Akintayo Street pledged to safeguard the solar streetlights and all other public assets within the estate.

FAYEMI, OYEBANJI, OUR RELIABLE LEADERS IN APC -SEGUN DIPE.

FAYEMI, OYEBANJI, OUR RELIABLE LEADERS IN APC -SEGUN DIPE.

The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ekiti State has affirmed Dr. John Kayode Fayemi and Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji as their reliable and responsible leaders who would continue to lead the party from the front in the state. 

The party, through its Publicity Secretary, Segun Dipe, described as share recklessness for anyone or group of people within or outside of APC to diss the  leaders of having abandoned the ruling party, which they have laboured so much to build, investing their time, energy and resources, for any other party whatsoever. 

"These are our two leaders with no history of disloyalty to the ruling party. They are not turncoats in our party. For anyone to cook up such a lie that they are porting to another party, is playing dirty politics and a reckless propaganda, which should not be taken serious by anyone."

 "Along with the first executive Governor of Ekiti State, Otunba Otunba Niyi Adebayo, the trio is consolidating our party in the State and anyone not queueing behind them is not known to the Party."

Are we thinking of APC in Ekiti without an Otunba, a JKF or a BAO? Not at all. Could we have maintained our stronghold of APC being the living and the ruling party in Ekiti State without the trio of Adebayo, Fayemi and Oyebanji? I doubt. 

Dipe said the public should disregard the rumour of @Dr Kayode Fayemi and Governor Biodun Oyebanji porting out of APC to join any coalition as gutterly, and, as well regard those spreading the rumour as mindless non-members of the party, with their only relevance being to cause mischief via the social media and their thought regarding the ruling party being to cause confusion. Dr. Fayemi and Gov. Oyebanji are not only leaders of the party at the state level, they are also reliable leaders of the party at the national level. 

How reasonable is it for anyone to think that Fayemi as the master builder of the house would abandon it for a rented apartment, or Oyebanji as the Number One dweller in the house would go seeking for refuge elsewhere? This is thoughtless and mindless of the rumour mongers, whose intentions are still unknown to us, Dipe intoned. 

Signed:

Segun Dele Dipe

Publicity Secretary, All Progressives Congress, APC, Ekiti State.

MHR Ojuawo appoints Comrade Adegoke as Legislative Aide on Youth and Students Affair.

MHR Ojuawo appoints Comrade Adegoke as Legislative Aide on Youth and Students Affair.

In a continued demonstration of his commitment to youth inclusion and leadership empowerment, Hon. Rufus Ojuawo Adeniyi (rtd), Honorable Member representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency 1, has facilitated the appointment of Comrade Adegoke Oyindamola Olayinka, a native of Igbaraodo Ekiti in Ekiti South West Local Government,  Ward 8, as  Legislative Aide on Youth and Students Affairs. The appointment, which takes effect immediately, is a testament to Hon. Ojuawo's dedication to grooming competent individuals into national relevance.

Speaking on the appointment, MHR AVM Rufus Ojuawo (rtd) remarked:

“This is a reflection of our commitment to empowering credible young people from our constituency.  Comrade Oyindamola  has shown dedication and value in the past, and we believe this new platform will enable him to serve even more responsibly, while representing the ideals of our people at a higher level.”

This milestone is another step in Hon. Ojuawo's drive to ensure that young professionals from  Federal Constituency have a seat at the table where national decisions are shaped.

Before his new appointment, Comrade Adegoke Oyindamola Olayinka was the National Director of Tech-Innovation and Entrepreneurship (NANS), the Majority Leader of the 4th Assembly of the Ekiti Youth Parliament.

NO VACANCY IN OKE-AYABA: Ekiti Women Tell Political Contractors and Moneybags.

NO VACANCY IN OKE-AYABA: Ekiti Women Tell Political Contractors and Moneybags.

By: Asubiojo G.O.

In what can only be described as a bold political declaration, women and progressive political heavyweights from Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area, Igede Ekiti have sent a strong warning to opposition forces eyeing the Ekiti State Government House ahead of the 2026 governorship election.

During a massive mobilisation rally held in Igede Ekiti, the All Progressives Congress (APC) women, led by the Ekiti State APC Women Leader, Mrs. Caroline Eegunjobi, reiterated that “there is no vacancy in the Oke Ayaba Government House until 2030.”

Mrs. Eegunjobi, while addressing party faithful, cited Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s impressive achievements across various sectors, including infrastructure, education, health, civil service reforms, agriculture, and the economy. She asserted that Ekiti women are politically conscious and deeply objective in their decision-making, hence their full endorsement of Governor Oyebanji’s second-term ambition.

This resolute stand was echoed by APC women leaders across other local government areas, including Mrs. Aanu Elegbeleye (Irepodun/Ifelodun LG), Mrs. Kikelomo Babalola (Ikere LG), and Mrs. Abiodun Oladapo (Ekiti South West LG). They all reaffirmed their unwavering loyalty to the governor and the party.

The Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs.) Monisade Afuye, praised the women for their unity and loyalty, describing them as the backbone of the party’s strength. She warned against the deceit of “political contractors and moneybags” attempting to sway women’s support with financial inducements during the party primaries.

Delivering a goodwill message from the First Lady, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, Mrs. Afuye assured the women that the current administration remains committed to empowering women politically, financially, and administratively.

"This government will never neglect you. We are for you 100 percent," she quoted the governor’s wife, urging women not to allow intruders to “reap where they did not sow.”

Also speaking at the event, Mrs. Ronke Okusanya, Chairperson of the Ekiti APC Women Elders’ Council, expressed satisfaction with the unity displayed, saying it is a clear sign that the APC will triumph in the upcoming election.

Chief Jide Awe, Special Adviser on Political Matters to the Governor, called on party members to actively participate in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise by INEC, describing it as vital to securing victory.

The Wife of the Chairman of Irepodun/Ifelodun LG, Mrs. Helen Oluwatuyi, appreciated the massive turnout and stated that the success of the mobilisation was proof of the women’s unwavering support for Governor Oyebanji.

The event was graced by local government chairmen, commissioners, special advisers, market women, women-led organisations, and the Hon. Sola Elesin-led State Working Committee, all of whom gave full backing to the women’s stand.

Oyebanji Reaffirms Youth Empowerment Agenda at Mechatronics Training for Tricycle and Motorcycle Technicians.

Oyebanji Reaffirms Youth Empowerment Agenda at Mechatronics Training for Tricycle and Motorcycle Technicians.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to youth empowerment and economic growth, as he declared open a five-day specialised mechatronics training on the repair and maintenance of tricycles and motorcycles.

Represented by the Honourable Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Otunba Kayode Fasae, at the opening ceremony on Monday, 7th July 2025, the Governor described the training as a strategic effort to equip young technicians with modern technical skills needed to boost their livelihoods and contribute meaningfully to the local economy.

The training, organised in partnership with the Simba Group and the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), is part of ongoing upskilling programmes at the Ekiti State Centre for Wealth Creation and Employment.

In his address, Governor Oyebanji emphasised that the administration’s six-point development agenda prioritises youth empowerment, employment growth, and human capital development. According to him, these are not just policy ideals but practical steps that influence daily governance and partnerships aimed at creating wealth and generating employment opportunities.

“Tricycles and motorcycles are more than just means of transport, they are instruments of opportunity, and those who service them are vital in keeping that opportunity alive,” Oyebanji said. He added that by investing in technical skills development, the state government is fostering a skilled, self-reliant, and prosperous Ekiti.

The Governor commended the Simba Group and NADDC for their collaboration, and applauded the trainees for taking the initiative to upgrade their skills, urging them to maximise the opportunity for their personal and professional advancement.

The programme is expected to provide participants with hands-on experience and practical knowledge that will enhance their capacity to operate and maintain modern tricycle and motorcycle technology.

2026: No Vacancy in Govt House, Ekiti Women Tell Oyebanji’s Challengers.

2026: No Vacancy in Govt House, Ekiti Women Tell Oyebanji’s Challengers.

All Progressives Congress Women Leaders in Ekiti State have sent a clear message to those threatening to dislodge Governor Biodun Oyebanji from the government house in June 20, 2026 governorship election to have a rethink, saying there is no vacancy in the state till 2030.

The APC State Women Leader, Mrs Caroline Eegunjobi, boasted at separate locations in Ikere, Ilawe and Igede Ekiti, headquarters of Ikere, Ekiti Southwest and Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Governments respectively, during a party’s mobilisation tour to ramp up support for Governor Oyebanji.

This firm position was also affirmed by the APC Women Leaders in Ikere Council Area, Mrs Kikelomo Babalola and her counterparts in Ekiti Southwest, Mrs Abiodun Oladapo and Irepodun/Ifelodun Council, Mrs Aanu Elegbeleye, in their separate presentations.

The programme was conceptualised by the Ekiti State First Lady, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, who was represented at the event by her Special Assistant on Political Matters, Mrs Toyin Adepoju, to mobilise women for the governor ahead of the APC primary and the 2026 polls.

Speaking pointedly at the event, Mrs Caroline Eegunjobi, overtly posited that the women declared support for Governor Oyebanji on the strength of his exhilarating performance rating in the last two and half years.

She affirmed total loyalty to the governor on behalf of the women and promised to deliver massive votes for him in the primary election and other polls, saying the development and peace being enjoyed in Ekiti under the current government were unprecedented.

“We are saying that there is no vacancy in Ekiti State government house. We have heard about some people who are ready to join the race, no problem about this. But we are sending a clear message that we are for Governor Oyebanji”, the women leader stated.

In her message of hope to the womenfolk, the Ekiti State Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, praised the APC women for their loyalty to the party and the government, describing this as an impetus for the governor to deliver.

Mrs Afuye appealed that they shouldn’t betray the confidence reposed in them in the primary and the main election, while urging them to rebuff the “moneybags”, who are desperately contriving ways to purchase their conscience during the APC primary.

“I have a message from Governor Oyebanji and our First Lady, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji and the message is that: this government will never neglect you. We are for you 100%.

“My boss and his wife have done well to uplift women politically, administratively and financially. They will do more if given the chance till 2030. We shouldn’t allow any intruder to steal our ticket.

“The primary election is coming, we are not in any way afraid. I plead with you, women are progressives wherever they are, don’t allow anyone to mislead you with money. Be committed to our party and we will not disappoint you”.

Lending credence to the fact that Governor Oyebanji has performed creditably well, the Chairperson, Ekiti APC Women Elders’ Council, Mrs Ronke Okunsanya, said the message by women shows that there is no division within their ranks.

Mrs Okunsanya averred that the APC shall be victorious in the next governorship poll with support coming from women, who are known for political consciousness and effective participations in the electioneering process.

“Anywhere we go, the atmosphere was always charged with messages of goodwill for the governor, the First Lady and the Deputy Governor. I was coming to preach unity, but I could see that the unity was already existing among our women. Continue in your support for Governor Oyebanji

“Those who are threatening to take over the government will be put to shame. There is no way for them with the messages we are getting from you. The primary election is coming and the candidate we have is Governor Biodun Oyebanji”.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Political Matters, Chief Jide Awe, urged the women and other party members to participate in the Continuous Voter Registration Exercise to be declared by Independent National Electoral Commission.

Awe said the massive turn out of women at the mobilisation tour was a well amplified message that Ekiti is safe for Governor Oyebanji in the impending primary and governorship poll.

On the entourage are: Local Government Chairmen, Hon Sola Elesin-led State Working Committee, Commissioners, Special Advisers, women groups, market women, among others.