Ekiti First Lady advocates healthy living through good diet.

Ekiti First Lady advocates healthy living through good diet. 

Wife of Ekiti State Governor, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji has restated the need for good dietary attitude in order to achieve healthy living, stressing that the quality of food taken does not only fuel the body, but also shapes the health, confidence, and outward appearance.

Dr Oyebanji stated this in Ado Ekiti on Saturday at the launch of a book entitled ‘Beauty Bites: Practical Guide to Maximizing Nutrition for Aesthetic Youthful Glow”, written by a notable Dietitian, and Ekiti State Chief Nutritionist, Dr Bolanle Olorunyomi. She noted that healthy eating remains the surest path to wellness, strength, and long-lasting beauty.

The Governor’s wife, who was represented by the Director-General, Civic Orientation, Mrs Olawumi Famuyiwa congratulated the author for delivering the masterpiece to the world saying “the courage to write and publish a book cannot be overstated. It is an act of faith. Faith that your words matter. Faith that your ideas will find a place in the heart of readers. And faith that the society in which you live will embrace your contribution. 

“This launch is therefore not just a personal achievement, it is a communal victory. It challenges all of us, especially our young people, to find their voices, to tell their stories, and to leave behind a mark of excellence in whichever field they choose to pursue.” She stated.

Dr Oyebanji added that the author reinforces the Ekiti identity as a fountain of knowledge. She also reminded everyone of the responsibility to keep nurturing a culture of reading, writing, and learning saying the Ekiti identity of great academicians is not an accident but an heritage carried with pride and a legacy that binds everyone together to the pursuit of education, wisdom and enlightenment.

“I celebrate your courage, your creativity, and your commitment to enriching the intellectual and cultural fabric of our society. Through this book, you are not only contributing to the literary world, but also helping to shape the values and aspirations of countless readers who will encounter your words. Keep shining and may this milestone open doors to even greater heights for you.” She stated.

The Governor’s wife also urged the attendees not only to purchase the book, but to share  it as well as practise the lessons it teaches, affirming that the book is more than just a publication but a conversation starter. 

In her remarks, the author, Dr Bolanle Olorunyomi said she was motivated to write the book because from her years of practice as a Dietitian, she discovered that most of the health challenges encountered by people is due to what they eat.

Dr Olorunyomi added that the book aimed to encourage and enlighten people on the need to begin to take their nutrition seriously so as to live a healthy life and be free from avoidable ailments or diseases that can be detrimental to their wellbeing. 

The event also had in attendance the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr Olabanji Filani, some serving and retired Permanent Secretaries in the state civil service.

Obesere, Qdot, Femi Solar Storm Ado-Ekiti for Grand Opening of Town Tavern Lounge.

Obesere, Qdot, Femi Solar Storm Ado-Ekiti for Grand Opening of Town Tavern Lounge.

Ado-Ekiti is about to experience an unforgettable night of music, comedy and fun as the brand-new Town Tavern Lounge officially opens its doors on Thursday, September 25th, at 8 PM.

Located at KM 8, Ikere Road, after the Pastoral Center in the state capital, the lounge is set to redefine nightlife in Ekiti State with top-class entertainment and hospitality.

To mark the grand opening, a lineup of celebrated artists will thrill guests, including Fuji maestro Obesere, street sensation Qdot and Juju star, Femi Solar, alongside other entertainers delivering the best of comedy, dance and live music.

According to the organizers, the event promises to be a perfect blend of relaxation, vibes and star-studded performances. 

With its strategic location and a touch of class, Town Tavern Lounge is poised to become the new heartbeat of nightlife and entertainment in Ekiti.

The Town Tavern Lounge is designed as a modern relaxation hub featuring a soothing ambience, premium sound system, spacious interiors, a mini football pitch and VIP-style services; all under the management of Mister Heybee Hospitality Solution, renowned for its customer-friendly “S.T.A.R.” service culture.

Guests are encouraged to make table reservations early to secure their spots for what is expected to be one of the most talked-about openings in Ado-Ekiti this year.

For reservations and enquiries, call +234 703 113 9374.

SENATOR YEMI ADARAMODU REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR TINUBU, OYEBANJI AT APC EKITI CAUCUS MEETING.

SENATOR YEMI ADARAMODU REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR TINUBU, OYEBANJI AT APC EKITI CAUCUS MEETING.

Senator Yemi Adaramodu, representing Ekiti South Senatorial District, yesterday joined other top leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at a high-level caucus meeting held at the residence of former Governor Niyi Adebayo in Iyin-Ekiti. The meeting was convened to review party progress and strategize ahead of the forthcoming elections.

At the meeting, which featured key figures including former Governors Niyi Adebayo and Kayode Fayemi as well as Governor Biodun Oyebanji, Senator Adaramodu reiterated his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Oyebanji. He joined other party leaders in endorsing both leaders for re-election, citing their exceptional performance and transformative leadership.

Speaking at the gathering, Senator Adaramodu lauded President Tinubu’s economic reforms, describing them as bold, visionary, and capable of repositioning Nigeria’s economy for sustainable growth. He urged party members and constituents to rally behind the President and Governor Oyebanji to ensure continuity and progress.

President Tinubu’s reforms are already revitalising our economy and restoring confidence in Nigeria’s future. Governor Oyebanji’s developmental strides in Ekiti State further reflect the APC’s people-centred governance. I am proud to identify with their vision and accomplishments, Senator Adaramodu said.

He further appreciated the unity demonstrated by the APC leadership in Ekiti State, assuring his constituents of his continued dedication to effective representation and advancing their welfare in the Senate.

The meeting, which underscored the APC’s strength and cohesion in Ekiti State, ended with a renewed commitment from all stakeholders to sustain the party’s successes and deliver more dividends of democracy to the people.

13th September, 2025.

Ekiti APC leaders, stakeholders reaffirm support for Tinubu, Oyebanji’s second term.

Ekiti APC leaders, stakeholders reaffirm support for Tinubu, Oyebanji’s second term.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders and stakeholders in Ekiti State have reaffirmed their endorsement of the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Biodun Oyebanji for second term in office.

The leaders and stakeholders who met at the country home of the late General Adeyinka Adebayo in Iyin-Ekiti on Friday, stressed the need for the continuation of the good works of both President Tinubu at the national level and Governor Oyebanji in Ekiti. 

The meeting had in attendance two former governors of the state, Chief Niyi Adebayo and Dr Kayode Fayemi, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, his deputy, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Senate Leader, Senator  Opeyemi Bamidele, Speaker, Ekiti State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye as well as other members of the National Assembly, State House of Assembly, local government chairmen and other stakeholders in the party.

The motion for the reaffirmation of President Tinubu’s candidacy was moved by Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele and seconded by a member representing Ekiti Central Federal Constituency 1 at the House of Representatives, Hon. Olusola Fatoba.

The Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Adeoye Aribasoye, also moved the motion for the reaffirmation of Governor Oyebanji’s endorsement and was second by the Chief Whip, Hon. Bose Olowookere representing Efon constituency. Both motions were ratified through a loud voice vote.

In their separate remarks at the meeting, which underscores a collective commitment and solidarity to further solidify the strength of APC in the State, former Governors Niyi Adebayo, and Kayode Fayemi charged party members not to be complacent in the build up to next year’s governorship election. They stressed the need to carry everyone along towards ensuring decisive success at all subsequent elections in the state.

Dr Fayemi, who commended APC members in the State for their  massive support for Governor Oyebanji, charged them to ensure his victory at both party primary and the main election. 

Dr Fayemi told the excited crowd of leaders at the meeting that he remained a bonafide member of APC assuring of his unalloyed commitment to the progress of party. He added that he will do everything within his power to ensure the success of the party and Governor Oyebanji in the State.

The former Governor said  Governor Oyebanji has done well in the State, noting that the party does not envisage any problem during the coming primary election. He, however, called on every stakeholder to mobilize grassroots support for him to win the main election.

He urged the Governor and the party hierarchy in the State to ensure there is no derailment of the culture of continuity already on course and expressed optimism  that Governor Oyebanji will break the jinx of one term Governor and that his administration would be the first to transit from the same party line.

Speaking on behalf of members of the National Assembly, the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele assured Governor Oyebanji of the support of members and promised that they will all mobilize effectively to return him as governor for a second term. 

Expressing appreciation to the stakeholders and other party members, Governor Oyebanji reiterated his commitment to cohesion of all stakeholders noting that he will continue to cement good relationships that will always make the party a bride for all through inclusivity and aggressive developmental strides of his administration.

The Governor, who noted that the Primary election of October 17 will be the foundation for 2026 governorship and 2027 presidential elections, expressed optimism that the jinx of single term tenure that has bedeviled the state will be shattered in order to bring about more decisive development in the state.

He called every member of the party to consider themselves one big family, urging that no member of the party should be castigated or bully by virtue of the aspirants they are supporting. 

“ We are one big family and we should see ourselves as one. Let everyone pursue his or her aspirations without any form of molestations. We will all work together for victory in the general election. “ the Governor said. 

While assuring that his government will continually key into the federal government Renew Hope Agenda of President Tinubu added that the economic policies of the President has helped his administration to meet the yearnings of the people in terms of tangible development .

He added that his government has not taken any loan to fund capital project as he also assured that the status quo will remain during his second term in office.

In his remarks, the Chairman of APC in the state, Barr. Olusola Elesin disclosed that the meeting was aimed at reviewing the activities of the party towards the forthcoming primary election and to strengthen the unity of the party towards future elections. 

He added that the forum is an organ of the party that takes decisions on vital issues that affect the party.

Barr. Elesin commended Governor Oyebanji and other caucus leaders for supporting the party’s secretariat project adding that the notable achievement of the governor is enough to boost the party’s performance at the governorship election.

Flout Matriculation Oath, Face Sanctions, EKSU VC Warns Fresh Sandwich Students.

Flout Matriculation Oath, Face Sanctions, EKSU VC Warns Fresh Sandwich Students.

By Olamide Akinwumi. 

The Vice Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti, Professor Babatola Ayodele, has warned newly admitted sandwich degree students for the 2025 contact session to strictly adhere to their matriculation oath or risk sanctions.

The warning was issued during the hybrid matriculation ceremony held at the Faculty of Social Sciences Twin Hall of the university. The programme also covered students from affiliated institutions, including Adeshina College of Education, Share, Kwara State; College of Education, Iseyin, Oyo State; and Upland College of Education, Ifira/Ipesi Akoko, Ondo State.

Speaking on behalf of the VC, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), Professor Williams Adebayo, reminded the matriculants that the matriculation ceremony was not just a formality but a tradition of oath-taking which officially confers on them the status of students of the university.

“The matriculation oath is binding on you, and any student who flouts the university’s rules and regulations will be sanctioned accordingly. We urge you to take your studies seriously, avoid anti-social behaviour and make the best use of the opportunities provided by your parents and the university,” he said.

He added that the sandwich programme was designed to prepare students for the future and nurture them into “enigmas of great repute,” while congratulating them on securing admission into what he described as “one of the most sought-after ivory towers in the country, currently ranked the best state university in Nigeria.”

Provosts of the affiliated colleges also congratulated the students in their separate remarks, urging them to embrace hard work, discipline and excellence.

The Registrar of EKSU, Mr. Ife Oluwole, represented by the Director of Personnel, Mr. Babatunde Awe, administered the matriculation oath on the fresh students after they had been presented by the Dean of the Faculty of Education, Professor Timothy Akinwamide.

The ceremony was attended by principal officers of the university, the newly admitted sandwich students, and their friends.

Dr. Bode Olofinmuagun, the Deputy Registrar and Head of the Directorate of Information and Corporate Affairs, who spoke after the event, said the university leadership was determined to maintain discipline among students.

 “The university will not tolerate any breach of the matriculation oath. Our Vice Chancellor has made it clear that those who fail to uphold the oath will face appropriate sanctions. EKSU remains committed to producing disciplined, excellent graduates who can compete anywhere in the world,” Olofinmuagun said.

BAO Solidarity Movement Backs Oyebanji for 2026, Passes Vote of Confidence.

BAO Solidarity Movement Backs Oyebanji for 2026, Passes Vote of Confidence.

The BAO Solidarity Movement (BSM), a socio-political group in Ekiti State, has thrown its weight behind Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, passing a vote of confidence in his administration and urging the All Progressives Congress (APC) to rally behind his re-election bid in 2026.

The group, after a leadership meeting in Ado Ekiti, described Oyebanji’s performance as “unprecedented and people-driven,” stressing that he deserved another term to consolidate on his achievements.

In a statement by its Convener and Director-General, Malam T. S. Salami, the group listed the governor’s “landmark achievements in infrastructure, agriculture, health, education, youth empowerment, sports development, and inclusive governance” as reasons for its endorsement.

Salami said:

“We unanimously passed a vote of confidence in Governor Oyebanji. He has performed exceptionally well, and we proudly endorse him to continue as Governor of Ekiti State. We urge delegates in the APC primary to give him overwhelming support so that he can serve until 2030 and consolidate on his gains.”

The movement also commended the over 300 socio-political groups and stakeholders who had previously endorsed both President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Oyebanji.

On party unity, Salami called on APC members to “respect the leadership’s consensus arrangements” and work for the governor’s victory in the primary and general elections.

He further urged eligible residents to take part in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration exercise conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing the Permanent Voter’s Card as “the only tool to sustain good governance.”

The BSM appealed to INEC to expand voter registration centres, especially in Ado Ekiti, to ease the pressure of large crowds.

Other leaders of the movement who signed the statement include Chief Adesina Femi Sargon (Deputy DG), Ganiyu Hammed (DDG, Logistics and Strategies), Alhaji Gboyega A. Azeez (DDG, Finance), Biodun Fatoki (DDG, Administration), Remi Aduloju (DDG, Contacts and Mobilisation), Comrade Akinwumi Olamide (DDG, Media), and Comrade Sylvester Adeleye (DDG, Communication/Videography).

Oyebanji, at JTB Retreat, harps on effective, equitable tax system.

Oyebanji, at JTB Retreat, harps on effective, equitable tax system.

….reaffirms commitment to National Tax Reform

 

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has called on members of the Joint Tax Board (JTB), the apex body for all tax authorities in Nigeria, to ensure effective and equitable tax system in the country, in a bid to ensure the fulfilment of the Tax Reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu recently passed by the National Assembly.

The Governor stated this at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Joint Tax Board Strategic Retreat held at Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort, Ikogosi-Ekiti on Friday. 

Governor Oyebanji reaffirmed the commitment of his administration towards the implementation of the National Tax Reforms, noting  that the importance of a robust tax system in driving economic growth and citizens’ welfare cannot be over emphasized. 

The Governor commended President Tinubu for proposing a far-reaching reform aimed at lifting the living standards of citizens which, according to him, is truly transformative and a collective fulfilment of the social contract that reinforces democratic governance for the existence of the country.

He explained that the key objectives of the bill are aimed at deepening the tax base, enhance revenue mobilization, simplify compliance procedures, foster transparency and accountability across revenue agencies, as well as encourage digitalization in tax administration. He added that the implementation of the bill next year will reshape process of revenue mobilization and delivery of sustainable development.

Governor Oyebanji charged participants at the retreat which included Executive Chairmen of Internal Revenue Services of the 36 states of the federation to effectively deliberate on the implications of the law to national development which he described as a pivotal shift towards a resilient and self-reliant economy to achieve transformative policy.

Commending the State’s Internal Revenue Service led by its Chairman, Mr Olaniran Olatona for their professionalism and strategic innovation, the  Governor gladly revealed that his administration had been able to gear up internally generated revenue of the state from N650Million to over N2Billion within 26 months serving as  base for providing critical funding to deliver dividends of democracy to the people.

“With the signing of these Tax Reform Bills by the President, and the planned commencement of implementation starting from January 2026, we have been presented with a historic opportunity to reshape how our country mobilizes revenue, fosters compliance, and delivers sustainable development. 

“The courage and vision of Mr President deserve our highest commendation as we align with his determination to reposition Nigeria for greatness. These reforms will shape the trajectory of Nigeria’s economy for years to come.

“We, in Ekiti State, are committed to implementing these national reforms effectively and efficiently. We recognize the importance of a robust tax system in driving economic growth and enhancing citizen welfare. During your stay, I encourage you to see how we have channelled every kobo generated into projects that directly impact the lives of our people—a key factor in the high levels of voluntary compliance we have witnessed. 

“In a tangible show of support for our Internal Revenue Service, I am pleased to announce that I will be commissioning the new, Ekiti Revenue House within the next four weeks.

“Beyond this retreat, I invite you to see Ekiti as a prime destination for investment. We offer a stable, reform-minded government, a highly literate and trainable workforce, vast opportunities in agriculture, The Ekiti Knowledge Zone (EKZ), tourism, and solid minerals, all within a secure and peaceful environment conducive to business growth. 

In his remarks, the Chairman, Joint Tax Board, Mr Zacch Adedeji, who commended Governor Oyebanji providing effective leadership for internal revenue service to thrive in the state noted that the theme of the retreat, “Re-imagining the Nigeria tax eco-system: harnessing the four tax reform laws as game changers in tax administration” was apt and critically chosen to enforce President Tinubu’s tax reform nationally.

Adedeji, who was represented by the Coordinating Director of Federal Internal Revenue Service Alhaji Mohammed Abubakar.  commended Ekiti state citizens for their voluntary compliance to tax payment because of the performance of the Governor whom he said has done the right thing by investing the people’s money on their welfare which helped in moving the internally generated revenue of the state high.

The Chairman, Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service, Mr Olaniran Olatona expressed appreciation to Governor Oyebanji who had been a pillar of support to the process of internally generated revenue in the state which he promised to effectively used for the development of the state and which have brought about voluntary compliance to tax payment by residents of the state.

Olatona noted that the tax system was already equipped for a dynamic change that will bring improvement to the lives of the citizens since it was the first time the country was experiencing such massive reform expected to be beneficial to all.

Also at the event were the Head of Service, Dr Folakemi Olomojobi, Chief of Staff, Mr Niyi Adebayo, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Yinka Oyebode and Executive Chairmen of Internal Revenue Service of the 36 states of the federation.