Postgraduate Programmes, Bedrock of Innovation — EKSU VC.

Postgraduate Programmes, Bedrock of Innovation — EKSU VC.

By Olamide Akinwumi 

The Vice Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti, Prof. Babatola Ayodele, has described postgraduate programmes in Nigerian universities as the bedrock of innovation and critical inquiry.

Prof. Ayodele stated this at the matriculation ceremony for newly admitted candidates into the regular, sandwich, and professional postgraduate programmes of the university for the 2024/2025 academic session. He was represented at the event by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Williams Adebayo.

Speaking at the ceremony, the VC charged the matriculants to cultivate a culture of rigorous research capable of addressing societal challenges. He urged them to go beyond theory and ensure their research outputs translate into solutions that would make real impact in Nigeria and beyond.

“The essence of postgraduate studies is not just about acquiring more certificates, but about nurturing critical thinkers and innovators who will provide answers to pressing global challenges like climate change, outbreaks of diseases, and other natural phenomena,” he said.

Ayodele also congratulated the students on their admission, noting that EKSU, which he described as the best state university in Nigeria, was committed to equipping them with the knowledge and environment needed to become “enigmas of great repute.”

The matriculation oath was administered by the Registrar, Mr. Ife Oluwole, after the formal presentation of candidates by the Provost, College of Postgraduate Studies, Prof. Babatope Oyewole.

Confirming the development in a statement on Friday the Deputy Registrar and Head, Directorate of Information & Corporate Affairs, Dr. Bode Olofinmuagun, said the university would continue to prioritise research and innovation in line with its vision of producing graduates who are solution–providers.

ONDO STATE WATER CORPORATION SIGNS AGREEMENT FOR AN IMPROVED POTABLE WATER SUPPLY.

ONDO STATE WATER CORPORATION SIGNS AGREEMENT FOR AN IMPROVED POTABLE WATER SUPPLY.

In a bid to tackle the challenge of water scarcity in Akure and its environs, the Ondo State Water Corporation and CGC Nigeria Limited have formalised an agreement to rehabilitate the Owena Water Treatment Plant and other key water infrastructure.

The project, which aligns with the government’s commitment to public health and development, is designed to ensure a safe and accessible water supply for residents.

Speaking at the signing of agreement ceremony, the Commissioner for Water Resources, Public Sanitation, and Hygiene, Hon. Ayodele Akande, explained that the project will cover the rehabilitation of the Owena Water Dam and the construction of new treatment facilities, describing the effort as long overdue.

Also speaking, the Administrative Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Victoria Adetoye eulogized the commitment of Governor Ayedatiwa's lead administration in the water sector. She appealed to the contractor to do the needful, and ensure a timely completion of the project.

The corporation's General Manager, Engr. Remijius Ogunjobi, noted that the project would cover the complete rehabilitation of the treatment plant and the transmission line, linking the plant to the reservoir.

The Project Coordinator, Engr. Oluwasomi Omoge, expressed optimism about the project finally taking off, stressing its goal of delivering clean and portable water to Akure residents.

A representative of CGC Nigeria Limited, Mr. Chajiwu, thanked the government for the trust reposed in the company and pledged timely and high-quality execution of the project.

Olukoju Clement 

Communication Officer (PIU) ODWC.

OYEBANJI NAMES DR OLUBAMISE AS NEW PROVOST COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY, IJERO-EKITI.

OYEBANJI NAMES DR OLUBAMISE AS NEW PROVOST COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY, IJERO-EKITI.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has approved the appointment of Dr Olubamise Olufemi Moses as the new Provost of the State College of Health Sciences and Technology, Ijero-Ekiti, following his emergence in a rigorous and transparent selection process put in place by the Governing Council of the Institution.

Dr Olubamise’s tenure commences on October 2nd, 2025. He takes over from Dr (Mrs) C.O. Adebayo, whose tenure as Provost of the institution expires on September 30th.

Other principal officers of the institution whose appointments were also approved by the Governor, based on the recommendation of the Governing Council are:

i. Mr Ayodeji Sunday Emmanuel – Registrar

ii. Mr. Dada Olaniyi Kolade- Bursar

iii. Mr Folorunso Femi Joseph- Librarian

The new Provost, Dr. Olubamise Olufemi Moses who hails from ijan-Ekiti, was born on December 2nd, 1975.

He earned his Bavhelor of Science (Hons) degree in Human Physiology in 2001 from the University of Ilorin. Driven by a passion for teaching and community health, he bagged a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, in 2012. He later earned a Master of Science degree in Health Education (2017), and a Ph.D. in Health Education (2023) from the same Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti. He is a Fellow, College of Biomedical Engineering.

Dr Olubamise joined the services of the College of Health Sciences and Technology, Ijero-Ekiti as a Scientific Officer/Tutor in 2006, having had stints in some private institutions. He was promoted Lecturer II in 2010 and rose to the position of Chief Lecturer in 2024.

Until his new appointment, Dr Olubamise served as Director of ICT in the Institution.

Dr. Olubamise has participated in numerous local and international conferences, making valuable contributions to both academic and community development. He is married to Dr. (Mrs.) Deborah Olubamise and the union is blessed with children.

Governor Oyebanji, while congratulating the new Provost and the newly appointed Principal Officers, urged them to work with relevant stakeholders to transform the College of Health Sciences and Technology, Ijero-Ekiti into a world class institution.

 

ANOTHER COORDINATED SOCIAL MEDIA ATTACK ON GOVERNOR OYEBANJI UNCOVERED.

ANOTHER COORDINATED SOCIAL MEDIA ATTACK ON GOVERNOR OYEBANJI UNCOVERED.

This is to alert the general public that another grand plot, by some opposition elements, of a coordinated social media attack against the person of the Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, ahead of the Governorship primaries scheduled for October 27th, have been uncovered.

It was gathered that over 150 persons across various social media platforms, including notable influencers at the national level, have been paid to carry out the attack beginning from next week.

The sponsors of this grand plot, sadly, are members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), who are bent on heating up the polity in a bid to make a cheap political point. Part of their grand design, as uncovered, is to discredit the Governor, as well as some key figures within the party and the Government, through spurious and malicious allegations, including forged documents and AI generated graphics.

Those behind this planned social media onslaught are the same people who clandestinely  launched a social media attack against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu last week, using one of the federal roads in the state- the Itawure-Aramoko-Igede road as an alibi.

Whereas the poorly coordinated social media attack on the President failed woefully because the vast majority of Ekiti people, and indeed the general public, rejected the narratives. These characters went back to the drawing board and came up with another action plan, which include inducing 150 social media attackers with huge sum of money (in foreign currency) to carry out the nefarious act of character assassination and cheap blackmail through online trending of forged documents.

The Government has chosen to alert the public on this grand plot in order to avert likely breach of the peace, recourse to self-help and unnecessary tension in the polity which are the main intention of the masterminds of this ignoble plot.

Unlike previous sponsored media attacks on the Governor and the State Government that were treated with kids glove, this new plot would be treated with the seriousness it deserves. Hence, the general public, security agencies and all relevant institutions are hereby put on notice.

All political gladiators, especially those aspiring to public offices are advised to maintain some decorum and play according to set rules and regulations as we approach the electoral season.

The Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji administration welcomes constructive criticism and is ready to provide sincere answers to genuine enquiries about governance and the management of our commonwealth. All Aspirants are also urged to make their campaigns and public engagements issue-based, and stay clear of any sponsored social media attack on the person of the Governor as well as sponsored violent attacks on any citizen of the State.

As Secretary to the Committee for the Creation of Ekiti State, Governor Oyebanji understands the desires and aspirations of the founding fathers for a united people working in one accord to ensure peace, progress and development in Ekiti. This has been the guiding principles of his administration. 

 

Ekiti 2026: OSV Tells APC Members to Revalidate Cards, Urges Public to Register for PVC.

Ekiti 2026: OSV Tells APC Members to Revalidate Cards, Urges Public to Register for PVC.

The Oyebanji Street Vanguard (OSV), a grassroots mobilisation group loyal to Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, has asked members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State to revalidate their party membership ahead of the October 27, 2025 governorship primaries.

The group also advised the general public, particularly those of voting age, to register for their Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) in readiness for the governorship election.

Convener of the movement, HC Ade, in a statement on Friday, said only financially up-to-date members who revalidate their membership would be eligible to vote or be voted for during the primaries, in line with Article 9.3(1) of the APC constitution.

He stressed that possession of a valid PVC remained the only legal requirement for every eligible citizen to participate in the governorship poll and other elections in the state.

Ade noted that PVC applicants must provide details such as name, date of birth, phone number, ward, polling unit, home address, and occupation or student status, with physical presence mandatory for biometric capturing. For replacements or transfers, he said applicants must present either their old card or the personal details used for the previous registration.

“The revalidation exercise will not only keep APC members up-to-date but also make them eligible for the party’s primary election. Likewise, obtaining a PVC will empower the general public of voting age to exercise their civil rights and ensure continuity of good governance under the APC-led administration of Governor Oyebanji,” the statement read.

Ade urged both APC members and eligible residents not to be left out, warning that failure to comply would mean ineligibility to participate in the political process.

OYEBANJI FELICITATES SENATOR ADETUNMBI ON 70TH BIRTHDAY.

OYEBANJI FELICITATES SENATOR ADETUNMBI ON 70TH BIRTHDAY.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated the Chairman of South West Development Commission (SWDC), Senator Olubunmi Adetunmbi on his 70th birthday.

The Governor, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Yinka Oyebode, congratulated Senator Adetunmbi on attaining the landmark birthday in good health and sound mind.

He noted that Senator Adetunmbi's life trajectory has been marked with diligent and distinguished service to his state, nation and humanity at large.

The Governor hailed the celebrant for making enduring impact as a technocrat in the development circles, a policy and boardroom guru, a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and a statesman who is passionate about the growth and development of his state, the South West region and Nigeria as a whole. 

He said Senator Adetunmbi showed the stuff he was made of during his tenure in the National Assembly with his well researched and highly detailed motions and debates delivered  in lucid language,  adding great value to legislative business and earning huge respect from his colleagues and accolades from Nigerians. 

The Governor pointed out that Ekiti State is proud of Senator Adetunmbi and would always tap from his invaluable experience in taking the State to the peak of development through his interventions in economic planning as an  Economic Adviser to the Governor, and Chairman of the State Economic Management Team, roles he played without drawing a salary. 

While wishing the septuagenarian many happy returns of the day, the Governor prayed God to grant him long life, sound health and more success in his future endeavors for more service to humanity.

“On behalf of my family, the Government and good people of Ekiti State, we wish our highly cerebral Senator Adetunmbi a happy birthday as he joins the class of septuagenarians and pray that God continues to uphold and strengthen him through the years ahead”.

Ekiti 2026: EKSU Alumni Association Presents APC Governorship Nomination Forms to Oyebanji.

Ekiti 2026: EKSU Alumni Association Presents APC Governorship Nomination Forms to Oyebanji.                                                                     “I ‘ll continue to make you proud” says Governor

The Ekiti State University (EKSU) Alumni Association on Thursday formally presented the All Progressives Congress (APC) Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to Governor Biodun Oyebanji as part of their support for the Governor’s re-election in the June 2026 governorship election in the state.

The presentation of the forms which took place at the Governor’s Office, Ado-Ekiti came barely four days after the Alumni Association under aegis of EKSU Alumni Solidarity Group for BAO purchased the forms at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja. Leaders of the Alumni Association said the gesture was driven by the outstanding performance of the Governor which they would like him to re-enact in his second term in office.

Speaking while presenting the forms to the Governor at the brief but colourful event, the Life Patron of the Association who is also the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, described Governor Oyebanji as a pacesetter and applauded him for his exemplary leadership and remarkable achievements which have drawn applause and support from the association and other critical stakeholders in the state.

The Senate Leader noted that Oyebanji’s performance in critical sector in the state such as infrastructure, education, agriculture, human capital development has distinguished him as a visionary leader that should be supported and encouraged to continue in the best interest of Ekiti people.

The life patron who explained that these outstanding achievements were the reasons the association decided to purchase the nomination forms for the Governor stressed that Oyebanji’s leadership has not only brought pride to the alumni but also transformed the fortunes of the state.

The Senate Leader urged the association to be vibrant campaigners of the good work the Governor is doing, noting that some political elements had resolved to mischievously continue to attack the government on social media without any justification.

He said that the Governor, working in collaboration with national assembly members has been engaging appropriate authorities, including the Presidency on the affected federal roads, which had resulted in the recent award of two of the federal roads.

Also in his remarks, the Global President of the Association, Mr Seyi Idowu, who unveiled the EKSU Alumni Solidarity Group for BAO, said the group’s objective is to launch a house to house and social media campaign for the second term bid of the Governor, stressing that the Governor has satisfactorily fulfilled the aspiration of the members by raising the banner of governance in the state

 

The EKSU Alumni President said the decision to buy the nomination forms for Governor Oyebanji was as a show of confidence in his leadership, emphasizing that the Governor’s impressive track record in governance and his commitment to the welfare of the people made him the right choise to continue steering the affairs of the state

The Director General of theEKSU Alumni Solidarity Group, Engr. Dipo Bamisaye explained that the association deemed it worthy to obtain the expression of interest form for the Governor to run for a second term as Governor of the State due to his exceptional performance, strength of character, vision and impeccable leadership

He highlighted the achievement of the Governor in less than three in office to include, creation of peaceful business and political atmosphere, infrastructural development across the state, increment of subvention to all tertiary institution in the state, defrayment of gratuities, among others.

In his response, Governor Oyebanji, who expressed his profound gratitude to the his colleagues in the Alumni Association for purchasing the nomination form on his behalf. He described the gesture as a uncommon show of love and confidence, said he would continue to make the Alumni proud through impactful policies and projects that promote inclusive governance, economic development and educational advancement

The Government explained that his government has been able to recued the University through strategic constitution  of the governing council and the management team as well as interventions which including increase in the subvention accruable to the institution with more efforts underway to make the university a world-class

 

Describing the event as an emotional moment, the Governor said that he was not unmindful of some political elements agenda to disturb the peace of the state as well as discredit the efforts of the Federal Government in the state. He said Ekiti people are not ingrate and that his achievements were enough to defeat opponents

Oyebanji also appealed to party members to embrace peace and avoid any form of violence as political activities heighten. He urged them not to retaliate when provoked, noting that opponents might resort to lies and provocations to incite conflict.

“On behalf of myself and my wife who is also a member of this association, I am extremely grateful to the alumni association, the EKSU alumni solidarity group for BAO and to those that contributed and are still contributing. Let me assure you my brothers and sister, I will continue to make you proud and government will continue to provide enabling environment for the university to do better.

“This is a wake up call for me and other politicians that people are watching us, they are watching out conduct and it is a wakeup call to APC members that there are other alternative platforms of support, even when the people decide act otherwise, God will raise his own army

"This is an emotional moment for me, but before I end my speech, let me appeal to all our party members that they should please be at peace with everyone. I am aware that politics is on, they are going to annoy you, lie about you, do a lot of things, don't fight with anybody. We need peace in this state, what they are trying to do is to draw you out for a fight so you can make them popular. They cannot take us out on our performance”. The Governor asserted

 

Also at the event were the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Speaker Ekiti State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Adeoye Aribasoye, Secreatry to the State Government, Prof Habibat Adubiaro, members  National Assembly, members of the state house of assembly