GOV OYEBANJI CONGRATULATES FIRST LADY, SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU ON 65TH BIRTHDAY.

GOV OYEBANJI CONGRATULATES FIRST LADY, SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU ON 65TH BIRTHDAY.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji , has congratulated Nigerian First Lady, Senator Sen Oluremi Tinubu on her 65th birthday, describing her as a diligent  First Lady with a heart of gold.

Governor Oyebanji, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Olayinka Oyebode , described Senator Oluremi Tinubu as a special gift to the nation and a pillar of support to the President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu- led administration.

The Ekiti State Governor said Senator Tinubu had paid her dues and made remarkable contributions to the development of the country as a former First Lady of Lagos State and a three-term Senator of the Federal Republic, representing Lagos Central Senatorial District, long before she became the First Lady of the country.

Governor Oyebanji highlighted Senator Tinubu’s impactful legacies as an Educator, an ordained Minister and through numerous purpose-driven initiatives such as the New Era Foundation in Lagos, the Spelling Bee competition for school children and currently, the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), which, according to him, has brought succor to countless citizens across the country,  and has been of immense benefit to women and children in Ekiti State in particular. 

“Ekiti people and indeed all well-meaning Nigerians appreciate this great Mother of the Nation, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. Her 65th birthday celebration, today, thus provides a unique opportunity to express our best wishes to a great woman, a compassionate leader, the loving mother of the nation and a strong support system.

“On behalf of my family, the Government and good people of Ekiti State, I wish the mother of the nation, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu a happy birthday, and pray that God Almighty would continue to bless and honour her as she continues to be a channel of blessings to humanity”, the Governor added.

NSITF Board Chairman, Hon. Sola Olofin, Celebrates Senator Oluremi Tinubu at 65.

NSITF Board Chairman, Hon. Sola Olofin, Celebrates Senator Oluremi Tinubu at 65.

The Chairman of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) Management Board, Hon. Sola Olofin, has joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on the occasion of her 65th birthday.

Hon. Olofin described Senator Tinubu as a woman of uncommon grace, resilience, and compassion whose life of service continues to inspire countless Nigerians, particularly women and youths across the nation.

According to him, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has, over the years, distinguished herself as a mother of the nation, a seasoned legislator, and an advocate for social justice, education, and empowerment. He noted that her impact, both as a three-term Senator and now as First Lady, reflects her deep commitment to the development of Nigeria and the wellbeing of her people.

“On this special day, I heartily celebrate our dear First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, a woman of virtue and vision. Her dedication to uplifting the less privileged, championing women empowerment, and fostering unity and progress in our nation stands as a legacy for generations to come,” Hon. Olofin said.

He further prayed for God’s continued guidance, protection, and strength for the celebrant as she supports President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in steering the affairs of the country.

Hon. Sola Olofin, on behalf of the NSITF Management Board, extended warm wishes to Senator Tinubu for a long life filled with good health, divine wisdom, and greater accomplishments in service to humanity.

OYEBANJI CONGRATULATES AYEDATIWA ON SUPREME COURT'S VICTORY.

OYEBANJI CONGRATULATES AYEDATIWA ON SUPREME COURT'S VICTORY.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has congratulated his Ondo State counterpart, Mr Lucky Ayedatiwa, on the affirmation of his election by the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

He noted that democracy and the rule of law are winners in the Ondo State governorship case having been tested at the Tribunal level Appeal Court level and Supreme Court level.

The Governor, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Yinka Oyebode, urged Governor Ayedatiwa to see the highest judicial affirmation of his electoral victory as a motivation to continue to give his best to the people of Ondo State.

Governor Oyebanji noted that the conclusion of the Ondo governorship election case at the nation's apex court, and the attendant applause it received from the people, bear eloquent testimony to the love the people have for his administration. 

Similarly, Oyebanji  praised the People's Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate who is the appellant, Hon. Agboola Ajayi, for his decision to withdraw the case from the Supreme Court thereby ending the process earlier than expected. He described Agboola’s action as a reflection of his political maturity and love for unity and development in the sunshine state.

He urged the people of Ondo to come together and support Governor Ayedatiwa in his task of translating his vision to reality for the benefit of the State.

Consequent upon Hon. Ajayi's application to withdraw the case, the Supreme Court subsequently strike it out and confirmed the electoral victory secured by Ayedatiwa and the concurrence of the verdicts of the Election Petition Tribunal and the Appeal Court.

Governor Oyebanji also congratulated the leadership of the APC in Ondo State, Southwest and at the national level for the victory, which, according to him, further confirmed that Nigerians appreciate the impact of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda as well as development efforts of the APC- led government across the states.

EKSG BANS GRADUATION CEREMONIES FOR KG, NURSERY AND SECONDARY CLASSES IN SCHOOLS.

EKSG BANS GRADUATION CEREMONIES FOR KG, NURSERY AND SECONDARY CLASSES IN SCHOOLS.

Ekiti State Government has banned the graduation ceremonies for pupils in kindergarten, nursery, primary and secondary classes in public and private schools across the state.

The ban, which is expected to take effect from 2025/2026 academic session, is contained in a circular released by the Office of the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Education, Mr Mike Omolayo.

The new policy was put in place to reduce undue financial pressure on parents and curbing excesses associated with such ceremonies.

According to the said circular, Ekiti State government is still committed to once in six years book review for Primary Schools, while that of Secondary School level has been changed from once in three years to once in four years.

It added that parents and guardians are to note that siblings can pass textbooks to their younger ones as long as the books are in good condition.

Ekiti Gets First Inclusive School as Oyebode Hands Over Adaptive Learning Facilities in Ikole-Ekiti.

Ekiti Gets First Inclusive School as Oyebode Hands Over Adaptive Learning Facilities in Ikole-Ekiti.

History was made on Thursday as the Irepodun Community Pilot School, Ikole-Ekiti, was officially handed over to the state government as the first inclusive school in Ekiti. 

The project, spearheaded and donated by the Former Commissioner for Finance, Hon. Akintunde Oyebode, features retrofitted adaptive classrooms and facilities designed to provide children with special needs equal access to quality education alongside their peers.

The newly completed facility was handed over to the Office of Special Education and Social Inclusion, headed by Princess Adetoun Agboola, in a colourful ceremony witnessed by dignitaries including the Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye (representing Governor Biodun Oyebanji), Special Adviser on Information, Chief Taiwo Olatunbosun, former Attorney General, Barr. Wale Fapohunda (SAN), Hon. Dapo Karounwi, the Elekole in Council, represented by Chief Olotin and community leaders, among others. 

Hon. Oyebode, while addressing pressmen, said his vision for the project was driven by compassion and the urgent need to reduce the struggles faced by children with disabilities in accessing education.

“This project is about giving every child a fair chance. Before now, children with special needs in Ikole and neighbouring towns had to travel far to find inclusive schools. This new facility eliminates that burden and ensures they can learn in a supportive environment close to home,” he said.

He explained that the classrooms were carefully designed to meet inclusive education standards, stressing that the gesture was not charity but an investment in human dignity and the future of Ekiti State.

The Special Adviser on Special Education and Social Inclusion, Princess Adetoun Agboola, described the event as a major milestone in Ekiti’s journey toward mainstreaming children with disabilities. 

She noted that the Federal Ministry of Education had urged states to develop actionable work plans for  Inclusive Education and Ekiti was already taking bold steps in that direction under Governor Oyebanji.

“Inclusive education ensures that children with disabilities learn in the same classrooms as their non-disabled peers. It fosters empathy, equity and opportunity. Hon. Oyebode has again shown his commitment to people with disabilities in Ekiti by initiating this groundbreaking project,” Agboola said.

She further disclosed that parents of registered children had been given tokens to purchase uniforms, a step she said would encourage immediate enrollment and early resumption of the children in school. 

Speaking on behalf of Governor Oyebanji, Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye praised the initiative, describing it as a vital complement to the administration’s people-centred policies.

He said the project shows that private individuals and government can work together to create an inclusive and enabling environment for every child, saying Hon. Oyebode has shown great compassion, with a call on other well-meaning Ekiti sons and daughters to emulate the gesture of giving to society. 

Hon Aribasoye reaffirmed the commitment of the Ekiti State Government to providing an enabling environment for the people living with disabilities across the state. 

Also speaking, Special Adviser for Information, Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, highlighted the importance of private contributions to public development. 

He noted that government cannot provide all infrastructure alone, stressing that initiatives like Oyebode’s are a great addition to humanity.

High Chief Shayo Okunola, who represented the Elekole of Ikole-Ekiti, conveyed the monarch’s appreciation to Hon. Oyebode, describing him as a worthy ambassador of the town; just as he assured him of the community’s continuous support in his political journey.

He expressed the belief that the opening of the school means that children with special needs no longer have to endure long commutes to access quality education without discrimination.

Craneburg pledges job security for Ekiti indigenes, as Government strengthens partnership on the Local Employment Drive.

Craneburg pledges job security for Ekiti indigenes, as Government strengthens partnership on the Local Employment Drive.

Craneburg Construction Company Limited has given fresh assurances that Ekiti State indigenes engaged on the ongoing Ekiti State ring-road project will remain employed and will be redeployed to other company projects after the contract ends.

The pledge came during a working visit to the company’s Lagos head office by the Director-General of the Ekiti State Bureau of Local Content, Mr Olalekan Ijidale, who was received by Craneburg’s Head of Procurement, Mr Fouad G. Boulos.

Mr Ijidale commended Craneburg for complying with the state’s local-content guidelines and actively recruiting Ekiti indigenes across national offices and project sites. 

He explained that Ekiti is the only state in the country  with Bureau of Local Content, noting that the policy had created jobs for many indigenes and produced a “tremendous” socio-economic impact by helping to prevent capital flight from the state.

“Our people have been benefiting from projects executed in Ekiti because the money is from the taxes they pay. They are the ones financing all projects being executed across the state, and they must benefit from their efforts. When companies hire locally and invest in local skills, families are supported, and the state’s economy grows,” Ijidale added.

He re-emphasised the State government's commitment to institutionalise local content, a policy he described as central to protecting local jobs, compensating the taxpayers and keeping project value within the state.

Responding, Mr Boulos reiterated Craneburg’s commitment to the workforce already hired for the ring-road project, saying the company would continue to engage Ekiti workers even after the project’s completion and would redeploy them to other worksites where needed. 

He also pledged to inform the Bureau of Local Content whenever vacancies arise that could be filled by Ekiti indigenes.

Both parties agreed to maintain close communication to ensure smooth redeployment of workers and to monitor ongoing compliance with the state’s local-content framework.

Ekiti South West APC Mobilizes Full Party Machinery for BAO and PBAT’s Second Term Bids.

Ekiti South West APC Mobilizes Full Party Machinery for BAO and PBAT’s  Second Term Bids.

In a major show of solidarity, the All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership and party structure in Ekiti South West Local Government have resolved to fully mobilize the entire party machinery behind Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s second term bid and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign.

The declaration was made at a high-level political gathering in Ilawe-Ekiti, which drew the participation of prominent political leaders across the Local Government, APC Local Government Executives, Ward Executives, party delegates, and hundreds of party faithfuls.

Leaders present at the meeting include:

Hon. Makinde Araoye; Chairman of Ekiti South West Local Government, Hon. Richard Apolola; Hon. Oluwole Ariyo; immediate past SA to the Governor on Social Investments, Hon. Yemisi Ayokunle; Member representing Ekiti South West Constituency I at the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Hon. Tony Adaramodu; Hon. Tope Agidi; Hon. Fola Afolalu; a State Party Exco, Hon. Adedara Phillips; Chief Gbenga Agbona; former SA to the Governor on Parliamentary Matters, Hon. Raphael Abiola Olowookere; the APC Chairman in the Local Government, Hon. Felix Olajide; the Igbara-Odo/Ogotun LCDA Chairperson, Hon. Bose Arowolaju; Hon. Ogundana Benjamen; Hon. Olaluwoye; and Hon. Tunji Amodi, an SSA to the Governor, among others.

Speakers at the meeting praised Governor Oyebanji’s impressive performance in office and reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to deploy the full party structure and grassroots machinery to secure his re-election. They also pledged total loyalty to President Tinubu, applauding his bold reforms and developmental agenda for Nigeria.

Furthermore, party members across Ekiti South West have been encouraged to intensify mobilisation efforts for new voter registration across all wards and communities to ensure a strong showing at the polls.

This move consolidates the growing statewide momentum within the APC for Governor Oyebanji’s second term bid and signals strong grassroots backing for President Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign.