Ojuawo Pays Courtesy Visit to Ekiti South West Leaders, Rallies Support for BAO’s Re-Election.

Ojuawo Pays Courtesy Visit to Ekiti South West Leaders, Rallies Support for BAO’s Re-Election.

Still in the festive spirit, the Honourable Member representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency I, Hon. (AVM Rtd.) Ojuawo Rufus Adeniyi, paid a courtesy visit to leaders in Ekiti South West Local Government Area as a mark of respect for the new year and to mobilise support for the re-election of Governor Biodun Oyebanji (BAO) in the forthcoming gubernatorial election.

Hon. Ojuawo was accompanied by Engr. Gbenga Omole (Ologbo), Comrade Femi Babalola, Engr. Bayo Olotin, Hon. Deji Ajayi, and other aides.

The visit commenced at the Legislative Chamber of Ekiti South West Local Government, where the delegation was warmly received by the Council Chairman, Hon. Richard Apolola (aka Sikira), alongside councillors of the local government.

In his welcome address, Hon. Apolola expressed gratitude to Hon. Ojuawo for the visit, describing it as a commendable gesture of respect to both the executive and legislative arms of the council.

“As Chairman and gatekeeper of Ekiti South West, we are united in purpose and sincerity of heart to welcome you. We appreciate your consistent support for grassroots development. Here in Ekiti South West, we are BAO, sealed,” he affirmed.

Speaking on behalf of the legislative house, the Spokesperson, Hon. Samuel Ogundola, appreciated Hon. Ojuawo for his continuous support, recalling the legislative training organised before their inauguration.

“It has been good news since then. On behalf of the House, I say thank you, sir, and we humbly request more of such opportunities,” he said.

Engr. Gbenga Omole also commended the Chairman and councillors for the unity and harmony within the local government, urging them to translate this cohesion into electoral strength for Governor Oyebanji in the coming election.

In his remarks, Hon. Ojuawo thanked his hosts and charged them to intensify mobilisation efforts ahead of the gubernatorial election.

“The agenda before us is BAO. The new year comes with responsibility, and that responsibility is to deliver incredible results for BAO. We must work together—no big man here. BAO is our symbol, and we must institutionalise continuity in Ekiti, just as it is done in Lagos. My mission is to felicitate with you and also to alert you that it is time to start working. Your requests are noted and are achievable,” he assured.

The federal lawmaker also visited Ogotun Ekiti, where he met with party members and paid a New Year homage to His Royal Majesty, Oba Adebayo Adesanmi, Atewogboye II, the Ologotun of Ogotun Ekiti. He informed the monarch that the sod-turning for the newly approved polling Station, as requested by the community, would soon take place. He further encouraged party members to remain focused, assuring them that party welfare remains a continuous priority.

At Igbara Odo, Hon. Ojuawo met with party leaders, reiterating that Governor Oyebanji has laid a strong foundation that allows citizens to thrive in a peaceful and inclusive environment.

“We must emulate the unifying spirit of Governor Biodun Oyebanji, who has reinforced unity across the state. This spirit must be entrenched in all areas under our control. I also want to assure you that the channelisation of the Oruwo River will soon commence, as promised by FERMA,” he stated.

Responding on behalf of the leaders, Mr. Oluwole Ariyo (aka Gato), an APC chieftain, and Mrs. Bukola Olowolaju, Chairman of Igbara Odo/Ogotun LCDA, appreciated Hon. Ojuawo for his festive support, welfare interventions, and forthright leadership.

“You are an honest man who says what he means and means what he says. In Igbara Odo, we are solidly behind BAO,” Mr. Ariyo declared.

Mrs. Olowolaju also assured Hon. Ojuawo of the total and continuous support of Igbara Odo leaders for the APC, pledging to keep strengthening the party to greater heights.

OJUAWO MEDIA TEAM

OYEBANJI HAILS ODUSOTE’S APPOINTMENT AS DG NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL.

OYEBANJI HAILS ODUSOTE’S APPOINTMENT AS DG NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has congratulated  Dr Gbemisola Titilayo Odusote on her appointment as the Director General of the Nigerian Law School  by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The Governor also thanked the President for finding the Ado- Ekiti born lawyer, scholar and administrator worthy of the appointment, which made her the first female to occupy the exalted position. 

Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode, said he has absolute confidence in Dr Odusote’s ability to excel on the new assignment as she had done in previous assignments.

He described the new Director General of the Nigerian Law School as a distinguished scholar, and a seasoned administrator with proven integrity and great accomplishments in the academia. 

The Ekiti State Governor urged Dr Odusote to bring her wealth of experience and expertise to bear on the new assignment, especially at this critical period.

Governor Oyebanji also urged the new Director General  to continue to exhibit high level of integrity, dedication, loyalty, courage and excellence- virtues for which Ekitis are known, and which had shaped her career growth, assuring her of the support of the Government and people of Ekiti State. 

“Hearty congratulations to another daughter of the Land of Honour, Dr Gbemisola Titilayo Odusote on her elevation as Director General of the Nigerian Law School. The Government and good people of Ekiti State wish her success and God’s guidance in the new assignment. 

“Our Special thanks to the President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for finding her deserving of the elevation. Dr Odusote’s appointment is another evidence of the President’s unrivaled ability to go for talented and competent hands in his bid to fill strategic positions.”, the statement added.

Ojuawo Hosts Constituents to New Year Party.

Ojuawo Hosts Constituents to New Year Party.

A large gathering of party faithful, community leaders, elders, women, and youths from across Ekiti South Federal Constituency I converged at the residence of Hon. (AVM Rtd.) Ojuawo Rufus Adeniyi, Member of the House of Representatives representing the constituency, as he hosted a well-attended New Year Party aimed at thanksgiving, unity, and political mobilization.

The event, marked by warmth, camaraderie, and inclusiveness, reflected the lawmaker’s people-oriented leadership and his continued commitment to grassroots engagement.

In his welcome address, Hon. Ojuawo expressed profound gratitude to Almighty God for sparing the lives of the people of his constituency and Ekiti State at large. He thanked God for the peace, good health, and divine protection enjoyed in the past year, noting that life remains the greatest blessing.

“I am happy to see all of you again this year. Last year, we gathered here to celebrate the New Year, and by the mercy of God, we shall continue to celebrate together. As we all know, our gubernatorial election is six months away. Let us double our efforts in mobilizing for the party. As I promised before Christmas, any local government that records the highest percentage in the gubernatorial election will receive a reward of ₦5 million. The best-performing ward will receive ₦2 million, while the best-performing polling unit will receive ₦500,000 as a gift from me. The re-election of BAO is a must for us in Ekiti, to sustain his good works and institutionalize the continuity of progressive governance in the state,” he said.

He also offered prayers for continued peace, unity, and sustainable development in Ekiti South Federal Constituency I and across Ekiti State.

The New Year Party further showcased the Representative’s generosity and passion for inclusive leadership. Guests were warmly received, entertained, and adequately catered for, underscoring his belief that leadership is anchored on service, compassion, and accessibility to the people.

Community leaders and party stakeholders, in their remarks, commended Hon. Ojuawo for his consistent support for the constituency and his significant contributions to the development agenda of Ekiti State.

Hon. Ojuawo also called on party members to remain steadfast and committed to the ideals of the APC, encouraging sustained grassroots mobilization to strengthen the party in Ekiti State and across the country. He emphasized that party unity and loyalty remain critical to achieving long-term progress and delivering the dividends of democracy to the people.

The Representative concluded by wishing constituents and residents of Ekiti State a prosperous and fulfilling New Year, urging everyone to remain hopeful, united, and supportive of one another. The New Year Party ended on a high note, reinforcing confidence in the leadership of Hon. Ojuawo and setting a positive tone for political unity and victory in the year ahead.

Dignitaries in attendance included South Senatorial Party Executives, Commissioners, Special Advisers, Local Government Chairmen, Local Government Party Executives, Councillors, Supervisors, Advisers, Technical Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, Special Assistants, community leaders, and party members.

OJUAWO MEDIA TEAM

Mubi One Primary School Marks 100 Years, Raises ₦100m Endowment to Revive Public Education.

Mubi One Primary School Marks 100 Years, Raises ₦100m Endowment to Revive Public Education.

Mubi One Primary School, one of the oldest public primary schools in Northern Nigeria, has marked its centenary anniversary with a call for renewed investment in basic education and moral rebuilding of society, as alumni and stakeholders raised a ₦100 million education endowment fund to reposition the school.

The historic school, founded on January 4, 1926, celebrated its 100 years of existence on Monday, January 5, 2026, at its premises in Lokuwa Ward, Mubi North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, drawing prominent alumni, traditional rulers, jurists, academics and public office holders from across the country.

Delivering the keynote address, former Adamawa State Commissioner for Information, Dr Ahmad Sajoh, fnipr, warned that Nigeria’s growing insecurity, corruption and social division are direct consequences of neglect of public education, widening inequality and moral decline.

Dr Sajoh lamented the rising number of out-of-school children, describing them as a ready reservoir for insurgency, banditry and criminality, and urged leaders and well-meaning Nigerians to prioritise inclusive and quality education. 

He also decried the increasing segregation between children of the rich and the poor, noting that public schools once served as common grounds where future leaders and ordinary citizens learned together, fostering social cohesion and national consciousness.

The centenary lecture further called for a shift from certificate-driven education to skills acquisition, digital literacy and character development, stressing that skills, not paper qualifications, now determine relevance in the modern world.

Earlier, presenting the history of the school, the Education Secretary of Mubi North Local Government, Alhaji Ahmed Modibbo Abbas, traced the establishment of Mubi One Primary School to the British colonial education reforms of 1926, following the defeat of German forces in Northern Cameroon and the adoption of Sir Hugh Clifford’s education ordinance.

He said the school began with junior and senior sections and has, over the decades, produced distinguished Nigerians across law, academia, traditional leadership, security services, politics and business.

Among its notable alumni are the Lamido of Adamawa, Dr Barkindo Aliyu Musdafa, former OPEC Secretary-General late Dr Sanusi Barkindo, Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission Prof Abdullahi Ribadu, Director-General of the Nigerian Law School Prof Isa Chiroma, Court of Appeal Justice AbdulAziz Waziri Hassan, and former Adamawa State Governor Senator Bindow Umaru Jibrilla, among others.

The anniversary celebration also featured the launch of a one hundred million Naira endowment fund, spearheaded by Chief Launcher, Dr Abdulrahman Buba Kwacham. Funds raised are to be used for fencing the school, renovating classrooms, constructing an examination hall, providing boreholes, and establishing ICT facilities to promote digital literacy.

Chairman of the occasion, Justice AbdulAziz Waziri Hassan, JCA, described the school as a foundation for leadership and nation-building, urging alumni to sustain their commitment to preserving its legacy.

Goodwill messages were delivered on behalf of the Emir of Mubi, HRH Alhaji Abubakar Isa Ahmadu, who commended the organisers and alumni for using the centenary to focus on educational development rather than mere celebration.

The event also featured the presentation of awards and gifts to families of pioneer pupils and surviving former teachers, celebrating a century of service, resilience and impact in shaping generations of Nigerians.

SENATOR YEMI ADARAMODU FULFILS EDUCATIONAL PROMISE AS AIDE PRESENTS SCHOOL MATERIALS TO ADOPTED STUDENT IN ILAWE-EKITI.

SENATOR YEMI ADARAMODU FULFILS EDUCATIONAL PROMISE AS AIDE PRESENTS SCHOOL MATERIALS TO ADOPTED STUDENT IN ILAWE-EKITI.

The Distinguished Senator representing Ekiti South Senatorial District, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, has commenced the fulfilment of his pledge to sponsor the education of 13-year-old Temitope Dayo Faith, an SS1 student of Corpus Christi College, Ilawe-Ekiti, in further demonstration of his commitment to education, youth development, and humanitarian service.

It will be recalled that the Senator recently earned public commendation after adopting the young student, whom he identified at a public event. Moved by compassion, Senator Adaramodu pledged to take full responsibility for her welfare and sponsor her education from secondary school through university level, while formally accepting her as a member of his family.

In fulfilment of this promise, Dr Adebayo Adesoji Adeokin, Special Assistant to the Distinguished Senator, represented him at Corpus Christi College, Ilawe-Ekiti, where he formally presented educational and welfare materials to the students. Part of the items presented include writing materials, recommended textbooks, a set of new school uniforms, a school cardigan, sportswear, school sandals, a school bag, a laboratory coat, and other essential learning aids. In addition, lesson fees and PTA levies for the entire academic session were fully paid, ensuring a stable and uninterrupted academic journey for the beneficiary.

Speaking during the presentation, Dr Adebayo Adesoji Adeokin stated: “This presentation is a practical demonstration of Senator Yemi Adaramodu’s commitment to the future of this child. It is not a one-off intervention, but the beginning of a continuous support system that will follow Temitope through her educational journey, as promised by the Distinguished Senator.”

He further emphasized that the Senator believes strongly in education as a tool for empowerment and long-term societal transformation.

Responding on behalf of the school, the Principal, Mrs Ojo F. T., expressed heartfelt appreciation for the gesture, saying: “This support is timely and deeply impactful. It will go a long way in shaping the academic and personal future of this student. We sincerely appreciate Senator Yemi Adaramodu  for this rare show of compassion and commitment to education.” Also speaking was the school’s Bursar, Mr Omowaye S. J., who commended the intervention, noting that it serves as encouragement not only to the beneficiary but to the entire school community.

This fulfilment of promise once again reflects Senator Yemi Adaramodu’s people-centred leadership, compassion for the less privileged, and strong conviction that investment in education remains one of the most effective strategies for sustainable nation-building.

For Temitope Dayo Faith, the intervention marks the beginning of a renewed and promising future, anchored on care, responsibility, and purposeful leadership.

~~ Adaramodu Media Team

Jubilation as Adeyemo Presents 10-Seater Bus to Aiyekire LG NULGE.

Jubilation as Adeyemo Presents 10-Seater Bus to Aiyekire LG NULGE.

By Ojo Adesuyi

There was jubilation at the Aiyekire Local Government Secretariat, Ode-Ekiti, as the Executive Chairman of Aiyekire Local Government, Hon. Adeyemo Davies, presented a 10-seater bus to the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Aiyekire Local Government Branch.

The presentation, which marked the first working day of 2026, took place at the Local Government Secretariat amid cheers from staff and union members.

Addressing workers during the event, Hon. Adeyemo Davies commended the workforce for their unwavering support and cooperation since the inception of his administration. He urged staff to embrace discipline, punctuality, and dedication to duty in the new year, stressing that effective service delivery can only thrive in an atmosphere of commitment and professionalism.

The chairman further assured workers of improved staff welfare in 2026, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to the well-being of employees.

In his remarks, the Head of Local Government Administration (HLA), Barr. Adebayo Cosmas, warned that management would no longer tolerate lateness, absenteeism, or any form of nonchalant attitude to work in the year 2026, emphasizing that productivity remains a top priority.

Responding on behalf of the union, the NULGE Chairman, Aiyekire Local Government Branch, Comrade Ayegboka Johnson, expressed profound gratitude to the chairman and his management team. He described Hon. Adeyemo Davies as the first local government chairman in the history of Ekiti State to present a bus to NULGE, pledging the union’s continued support and cooperation with the administration.

The event climaxed with special prayers offered for Hon. Adeyemo Davies and the management of Aiyekire Local Government, seeking divine wisdom and success in the discharge of their duties.

Dignitaries present at the occasion included the Vice Chairman, Hon. Adeyanju Joseph; the Secretary to the Local Government, Hon. Esan Ogunjobi; the Head of Local Government Administration; representatives of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN); as well as directors and deputy directors from various departments.

Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji: A Leader of Unity and Progress in Ekiti State.

Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji: A Leader of Unity and Progress in Ekiti State.

As Ekiti State welcomes a new year, the leadership of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji continues to shine bright as a beacon of hope and unity. In a remarkable display of inclusive governance, the Governor has extended an olive branch to all stakeholders, including those who opposed his renomination for a second term.

Governor Oyebanji's style of governance is built on the principles of love, peace, and progress. He has reached out to the opposition camp, engaging in constructive dialogue to ensure peace and stability in the state. This gesture has not gone unnoticed, as it was evident in the sermon rendered at the 2026 New Year Thanksgiving service, where religious leaders praised his efforts in promoting unity and reconciliation.

The Governor's inclusive approach has also seen him working closely with traditional rulers, religious leaders, and other opinion leaders to drive progress in the state. The impact is visible in the agricultural sector, where initiatives are yielding positive results, and the state's economy is experiencing a boost.

The National Assembly members from Ekiti State have expressed their confidence in Governor Oyebanji's leadership, praising his ability to bring people together and drive development. The same sentiment is echoed by members of the State Assembly, who commend his inclusive style of governance.

But it's not just the politicians who are singing his praises. Workers in the state are happy, and trade unions are full of praise for the Governor's efforts in improving their welfare. "Mr. Governor's style of governance is people-centric," says a trade union leader. "He listens, he cares, and he delivers."

As Ekiti State moves forward, it's clear that Governor Oyebanji's leadership will continue to be a driving force for unity and progress. His commitment to inclusive governance has created a sense of belonging among all stakeholders, and the results are there to see.

In a state where politics often gets heated, Governor Oyebanji has shown that with love, humility, and a willingness to listen, anything is possible. As he continues to lead Ekiti State, one thing is certain: the people are behind him, and together, they will achieve greatness.

Otunba Kayode Fasae

Honorable Commissioner

Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment