Tinubu’s Wife Empowers 500 Ekiti Women with Business Tools.

Tinubu’s Wife Empowers 500 Ekiti Women with Business Tools.

 The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday empowered 500 women in Ekiti State with business equipment to boost their economic independence under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), in collaboration with the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The distribution, which took place at the Osuntokun Pavilion, Government House, Ado- Ekiti, featured the presentation of deep freezers, maxi gas cookers with ovens, industrial grinding machines, and generating sets to beneficiaries carefully selected from the 16 local government areas of the state.

Represented by the Wife of the Governor of Ekiti State and RHI State Coordinator, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, Senator Tinubu said the programme was part of her vision to empower women across the country with the tools needed to enhance their businesses and create sustainable sources of income.

She explained that the empowerment drive was being held simultaneously in Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo States, with 500 women targeted in each. According to her, the initiative, which began in February 2025 in Abuja, has so far reached thousands of women in the North Central and South-South zones, and will eventually benefit 18,500 women nationwide across all six geopolitical zones.

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, represented by the Assistant Director, Policy and Strategy, Dr. Yahaya Umar, charged the beneficiaries to use the empowerment tools as a stepping stone toward financial independence and sustainable livelihood. 

She noted that research has consistently shown that women entrepreneurs play critical roles in poverty reduction, employment generation, and family welfare, thereby contributing significantly to Nigeria’s economic growth.

In their goodwill messages, Ekiti State Deputy Governor, Chief Monisade Afuye; Commissioner for Trade and Investment, Mrs. Omotayo Adeola; and former Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs. Peju Babafemi, lauded the initiative as a deliberate step toward unlocking the potential of women, fostering self-reliance, and creating economic opportunities at the grassroots level.

They stressed that the programme would not only uplift individual households but also contribute to the larger goal of driving local economic development and reducing unemployment in the state.

Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, some women expressed gratitude to Senator Tinubu, the Office of the SDGs, and the Ekiti State Government, pledging to put the items to good use. They described the gesture as timely, especially in the face of current economic challenges, and assured that the support would enable them to expand their businesses and provide better for their families.

The Renewed Hope Initiative is one of the flagship programmes of Senator Tinubu, designed to complement the Federal Government’s policies on poverty alleviation, women empowerment, and sustainable development.

Group Hails Oyebanji for Sustaining Fayemi’s Legacy to Boost Ekiti IGR.

Group Hails Oyebanji for Sustaining Fayemi’s Legacy to Boost Ekiti IGR.

A grassroots mobilisation group in Ekiti State, Oyebanji Street Vanguard (OSV), has lauded Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji for leveraging the long-term development blueprint introduced by former Governor Kayode Fayemi to achieve a significant rise in the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR).

In a statement issued on Sunday by its Convener, HC Ade, the group noted that Ekiti’s IGR rose from N650 million to N2.3 billion monthly, placing the state among the best performers in the country. The figures, according to OSV, were contained in a circular released by the Joint Tax Board (JTB) during its 155th meeting held at Zuma Rock Resort, Suleja.

The JTB ranking also placed Niger and Ekiti States first in the 2023 Annual Growth Rate Ranking of internally generated revenues.

The group recalled that Fayemi, in October 2022, unveiled a 30-year development plan (2021–2050) for the state, rooted in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with focus areas including job creation, human capital development, agriculture, and rural development. It described the present economic progress as evidence of the continuity of governance.

OSV attributed the “sporadic increase” in Ekiti’s revenue to prudent management of resources, financial re-engineering, deployment of digital tools, and motivation of the revenue collection agency under Governor Oyebanji.

The group further commended the governor, his cabinet members, the Chairman of the Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS), and residents for their contributions to the feat.

While urging Ekiti people to sustain their support for the present administration, the group cautioned against what it described as a return to “our Egypt,” insisting that political stability and continuity must be preserved.

“Forward ever, backward never,” the statement added.

SENATOR YEMI ADARAMODU FELICITATES OBA ADEBANJI ALABI, AFUNTADE I, ALAWE OF ILAWE-EKITI, ON HIS BIRTHDAY.

SENATOR YEMI ADARAMODU FELICITATES OBA ADEBANJI ALABI, AFUNTADE I, ALAWE OF ILAWE-EKITI, ON HIS BIRTHDAY.

The distinguished Senator representing Ekiti South Senatorial District, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, joins the good people of Ilawe-Ekiti in celebrating the birthday of our revered monarch, His Royal Majesty, Oba Adebanji Alabi, Afuntade I, the Alawe of Ilawe-Ekiti, and former Chairman of the Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers.

Senator Adaramodu extols Oba Adebanji Alabi as a monarch of wisdom, dignity, and unwavering commitment to the peace, progress, and development of Ilawe-Ekiti and its people. Under his royal leadership, Ilawe-Ekiti has witnessed remarkable social cohesion, infrastructural growth, and cultural renaissance.

In his goodwill message, Senator Adaramodu remarked: “Kabiyesi, you are not only a custodian of our rich heritage but also a father to all, whose reign continues to bring honour and pride to Ilawe-Ekiti and Ekiti State. Your wisdom and dedication to the welfare of your people remain exemplary and worthy of emulation.”

The Senator further paid glowing tribute to the monarch with the royal praise chant:

Kábíyèsí Orule Ulawe,

Onisasi ojo pa demu demu,

Etiti jiwa lori oni faa,

Oni koni ko faa,

Óran li fa lori ora rè.

Òdúndún asòde dèrò,

Omo ònà òórò, ko wí kán mó dí hun,

Aláwè ko mú gègé jà bí àrìrà,

Ko mó gbón unú jà bí àse.

Senator Adaramodu prayed for continued sound health, long life, and divine wisdom for the Alawe to reign in peace and prosperity.

On this joyous occasion, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, on behalf of his family, political associates, and the good people of Ekiti South Senatorial District, wishes Oba Adebanji Alabi, Afuntade I, many more glorious years on the throne of his forefathers.

Long live the Alawe of Ilawe-Ekiti,

Long live Ilawe Ekiti,

Long live Ekiti State.

Signed:

Sen. Yemi Adaramodu

Senator, Ekiti South Senatorial District

24th August, 2025

OYEBANJI ONLY URGING PARTY FAITHFULS TO PROMOTE CREDIBLE INFORMATION DISSEMINATION.

OYEBANJI ONLY URGING PARTY FAITHFULS TO PROMOTE CREDIBLE INFORMATION DISSEMINATION.

…Trending Video, edited and a misrepresentation of facts.

My attention and that of the good people of Ekiti State has been drawn to social media circulation of the clips of Governor Abiodun Oyebanji while addressing the political forum of stakeholders of our great party, APC on 21st of August 2025

I know that Government is too decorous and may not want to dignify the bunkum with response it deserves, and that is the reason I decided to set the record straight for the sake of good and innocent people of the State and Nigerians in general.

It is unfortunate that an innocent attempt by the Governor to promote and make credible information of Government policies, programmes and activities accessible while addressing party loyalists at what was primarily a party affair could be edited to misrepresent the message.

For the avoidance of doubt, the gathering being addressed by the governor was that of our great party loyalists and because of that, loyalty and support of the party was very key. 

Although it was not a surprise that some group of people that feed fat on lies and propaganda for their self-aggrandizement jumped on some edited part of the clips and gave it different meaning and colouration in order to discredit the Governor. For the upteenth time, the Ekiti State government has reiterated that it will not be perturbed by the shenanigans and blackmails of political jobbers.

The message to party loyalists was simply telling all stakeholders not to keep mum while fake news, misleading information, misrepresentation fly around claiming the aesthetics and legitimacy of news particularly on social media which is for all-comers or when did it become “out of line” to urge stakeholders to defend the party and government?  

Hegemony of Party is embedded in it's member's loyalty made manifest in standing up for and in defense of the party and all it's apparatus! Its no gainsaying that Ekiti State through the state government is under the leadership of APC party and encouraging stakeholders to uphold it's uprightness by defending the government through proclamation of the good works of Governor Oyebanji which are already very obvious is a normal phenomenon in spite of efforts of blackmailers to bury the very same achievements they are benefiting from.  

Ekiti State indigenes home and abroad are solidly behind the administration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji as was made manifest in their call for his second term bid on 23rd of July 2025 at Ado Ekiti. The over whelming turn out and support received by the governor that day has made him put his hands on the plough and not looking back.

I know for a fact that no matter how much the naysayers may try, the government of BAO remains unbothered and the Governor’s concentration remains continuously on delivering on the good governance through the mandate which Ekiti people have freely and fairly given him.

Pastor Yemi Olayinka (Phd)

Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State

22nd August, 2025

Oyebanji Takes Development Strides to Aiyekire/Gbonyin LGA.

Oyebanji Takes Development Strides to Aiyekire/Gbonyin LGA.                                           By Olamide Akinwumi.

Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji has continued his development drive across Ekiti State with notable projects executed in Aiyekire/Gbonyin Local Government Area, spanning infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, power, and traditional institutions.

It is on record that there is no local government in Ekiti State without a touch of Oyebanji’s developmental projects, and Aiyekire/Gbonyin LGA is no exception.

●Public/Civil Service:
The administration renovated the Ode Tax Station while also disbursing ₦653.1 million in pension benefits to 364 retirees and another ₦127.3 million to 45 pensioners, easing the burden on senior citizens.

●Education:
Classroom blocks and facilities were either constructed or renovated in schools at Agbado, Imesi, Aisegba, and Ijan Ekiti. A science laboratory was also delivered at the Community Grammar School, Iro Ayeteju.

●Health:
The governor renovated Basic Health Centres across Aisegba, Ode, Ijan, Imesi, Iro, Ayeteju, and Bolorunduro, alongside the General Hospital in Ijan Ekiti, which was also equipped with new medical facilities.

●Water and Sanitation (WASH):
Motorised boreholes were drilled at Iluomoba Road, Ijan Ekiti; Basic Health Centres in Aisegba, Ode, Ijan, Ilupeju-Ijan, and Imesi; as well as other key communities, boosting access to potable water.

●Infrastructure and Power:
Communities such as Aisegba, Agbado, Imesi, Ode, and Iro-Ayeteju were reconnected to the National Grid after years of darkness. Rehabilitation works are ongoing at the Ijan Booster Station to restore steady power supply.

●Agriculture and Food Security:
The administration upgraded Umesi Wet Market in Ode, constructed 20 open market stalls, opened the Egbe-Ekiti farmstead road, and cleared 125 hectares of land for farm clusters across the LGA.

●Rural Development:
Farmers benefitted from the construction of a 6.5km Iluomoba/Ajebamidele farm road and the rehabilitation of a 4.8km road at Opomo Agbonkoji in Ode Ekiti, improving access to farmlands and markets.

●Youth Development:
Aiyekire/Gbonyin LGA also hosts the ongoing Ekiti Knowledge Zone Project at Ijan Ekiti, a flagship digital skills and innovation hub aimed at creating jobs and empowering youths.

Arts, Culture and Tourism
Palaces in Iro, Agbado, Imesi, and Aisegba Ekiti have been completed under Oyebanji, while the Ijan Civic Centre was renovated. The Onimesi Palace in Imesi was fenced and gated, and chalets were built at Ode Civic Centre.

Residents of the local government have hailed the governor’s intervention as historic, describing him as a true people’s governor whose leadership continues to touch every community.

#BAOTill2030 #ThePeoplesGovernor #HistoryMaker

EKITI HOTELS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR POLITICAL THUGS.

EKITI HOTELS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR POLITICAL THUGS.

Dear Hoteliers, Hotel Proprietors, Directors, and Hotel Managers in Ekiti State,

As Ekiti State gathers momentum for the upcoming gubernatorial election, maintaining peace and security is paramount. In this regard, we urge you to ensure that your hotel premises are not used to harbour or keep political thugs and criminals who could impede the peace of the state.

By disallowing the use of your hotel premises for such activities, you contribute to creating a safe and secure environment for all residents and visitors in Ekiti State. This is crucial as the state approaches the gubernatorial primary elections.

We appreciate your cooperation and commitment to upholding the peace and security in Ekiti State.

Sincerely,

Hon Akin Stephen Abimbola

State President, Hoteliers Association

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.