Hon Bayo Ajayi Empowers Emure Youths with Free JAMB UTME 2026 Forms.

Hon Bayo Ajayi Empowers Emure Youths with Free JAMB UTME 2026 Forms.

In a strong demonstration of his commitment to education and youth development, Hon Bayo Ajayi has sponsored 50 Free JAMB UTME 2026 forms for eligible candidates across the 10 wards in Emure Local Government.

The programme reflects Hon Ajayi’s passion for human capital development and his continuous investment in the future of Emure youths.

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Hon Ojuawo, HMB Officials Inspect Ise General Hospital.

Hon Ojuawo, HMB Officials Inspect Ise General Hospital.

The Honourable Member representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency I at the House of Representatives, Hon. (AVM Rtd) Adeniyi Rufus Ojuawo, has led officials of the Ekiti State Hospital Management Board (HMB) on an inspection tour of Ise General Hospital, Ise/Orun Local Government Area.

The inspection team included Dr. Tim Ikumapayi, a pharmacist and an indigene of Ise-Ekiti who is based and practising in the United States; the Permanent Secretary of the Hospital Management Board, Mrs. Alabi; Dr. Afuye; as well as other senior officials and staff of Ise General Hospital. The visit was aimed at assessing the available equipment and facilities at the hospital, with a view to enhancing effective healthcare delivery to the people of Ise/Orun and surrounding communities.

It will be recalled that about four weeks ago, during the Ojoaduase Festival in Ise-Ekiti, a 20-bed space building was commissioned at the hospital. The project, facilitated by Hon. Ojuawo, was officially inaugurated by a representative of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ibrahim Ayokunle Isiaka, as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in the constituency.

During the inspection, Hon. Ojuawo urged the Hospital Management Board to ensure the immediate utilisation of the newly commissioned facility for the benefit of the people. He emphasised the importance of putting the equipment and infrastructure to optimal use, noting that the intervention was aimed at improving access to quality healthcare services.

Addressing the HMB officials, Hon. Ojuawo said, “I appreciate your visit and inspection of the equipment and facilities as a whole. It is important to assess what is currently on ground, identify what needs to be improved or added, and recommend the appropriate manpower required to manage these facilities effectively. We need your support and professional recommendations to ensure proper management of the available equipment and consumables for the maximum benefit of our people.”

In her response, Mrs. Alabi commended Hon. Ojuawo for his compassion, commitment, and continued service to humanity, particularly in the area of healthcare development. She described the equipment and facilities as adequate and assured that the Hospital Management Board would ensure their optimal utilisation.

The inspection visit underscores Hon. Ojuawo’s commitment to strengthening the healthcare system in Ekiti South Federal Constituency I and improving the well-being of his constituents.

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Ekiti Strengthens Women-Focused Policies as Three-Day NFWP Scale-Up Stakeholders’ Engagement Concludes. ‎

‎Ekiti Strengthens Women-Focused Policies as Three-Day NFWP Scale-Up Stakeholders’ Engagement Concludes.

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‎Ekiti State has concluded a three-day strategic stakeholders’ engagement on the Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up (NFWP-SU), reaffirming the commitment of the Governor Biodun Oyebanji's administration to deepening women’s economic empowerment at the grassroots. 

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‎The final leg of the engagement, which was held in Aiyekire Loca Government Area and Gbonyin Local Council Development Area brought together traditional leaders, government officials and key community stakeholders to mobilise women for participation in the World Bank–supported initiative.

The concluding meetings were held at Ode-Ekiti for Aiyekire Local Government Area and Aisegba-Ekiti for Gbonyin Local Council Development Area, marking the end of a series that earlier took place in Efon and Moba Local Government Areas.

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‎Addressing stakeholders, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Olapeju Babafemi, explained that Efon, Moba and Aiyekire/Gbonyin Local Government Areas were designated pilot locations for the programme in Ekiti State. 

‎She said the engagement was designed to ensure that women at the grassroots fully understand the initiative and key into it.

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‎According to her, Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s administration recognizes women’s empowerment as a key strategy for sustainable development .

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‎She urged the women residing in the Local Government Area that to take advantage of the NFWP and be members of Women Affinity Groups ( WAGs) to enhance their business and improve their economic conditions. 

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‎Taking participants through the operational framework of the programme, the Ekiti State Coordinator of NFWP-SU, Mrs Oluwatoyin Familoni, assured stakeholders that the initiative is real, transparent and impactful. 

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‎She called on traditional rulers, women leaders and community representatives to mobilise eligible women to participate in the programme. 

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‎Mrs Familoni explained that the programme is targeted at women aged 18 years and above who are engaged in businesses no matter how small. 

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‎Beneficiaries are expected to form Women Affinity Groups (WAGs) of 20 to 25 members well known to one another.

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‎She added that the women would engage in group savings, after which they will be supported with funds.

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‎Also speaking, Mrs Opeoluwa Asoro, representing the Ogun State Project Coordinator, described the NFWP-SU as a collaborative effort between the Federal Government, state governments and the World Bank aimed at strengthening women’s financial capacity and business sustainability.

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‎She noted that the programme also provides women with training for the required skills set for business success. 

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‎The Director-General, Bureau of Civic Orientation and Citizenship, Mrs Olawunmi Famuyiwa, said the NFWP-SU is one of several people-centred empowerment initiatives being implemented by the Oyebanji administration, urging stakeholders to ensure the programme achieves its intended impact.

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‎In a goodwill message, the First Lady of Ekiti State, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, represented by her Senior Special Assistant, Dr Eunice Fasanmi, expressed a firm confidence in the NFWP that it would boost the economy of the grassroots and help the women in their businesses. 

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‎She emphasised that the initiative is non-political and inclusive.

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‎Traditional institutions also pledged their support. Speaking on behalf of the Olode of Ode-Ekiti, Olori Idowu Aderiye attested to the authenticity and economic potential of the programme, calling on stakeholders to enlighten and mobilise women in their respective domains to participate.

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‎Similarly, the Commissioner for Infrastructure and Public Utilities, Prof. Bolaji Aluko, commended the State Government and the World Bank for the programme and urged the Ayekire/ Gbonyin women to key into the initiative.

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‎The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Olusola Adeluyi, urged stakeholders representing various towns to also take the responsibility of sensitising the people on the benefits of the NFWP. 

‎Dignitaries present at the engagements included the Senior Technical Adviser to the Project in Ekiti, Dr Mrs. Oyefunke Koleowo; Director, Widows, Orphans and the Hopeless (WAOH) Project, Dr Mrs. Oluwakemi Dairo; representatives of traditional rulers’ wives in Aiyekire LG; Olori Onimesi of Imesi-Ekiti; community leaders and women stakeholders.

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‎The Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up is designed to institutionalise Women Affinity Groups(WAGs) and expand economic opportunities for unbanked women, with the goal of improving household income, reducing poverty and strengthening community-based economic development across Ekiti State.

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FROM MEASURABLE PROGRESS TO SUSTAINED LEADERSHIP: OLUWATUYI OLUWAGBENGA EARNS SECOND-TERM ENDORSEMENT.

FROM MEASURABLE PROGRESS TO SUSTAINED LEADERSHIP: OLUWATUYI OLUWAGBENGA EARNS SECOND-TERM ENDORSEMENT.

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An African aphorism holds that “one very good term deserves another.” This timeless wisdom resonated profoundly yesterday among political stakeholders, leaders, and gladiators within Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area of Igede-Ekiti, as extensive consultations and evaluations were conducted to determine the most suitable individual for the revered and grassroots-centric position of Local Government Chairman.

The process involved a rigorous assessment of aspirants, carefully examining records of past achievements, moral standing, humane disposition, vision, creativity, innovation, analytical capacity, objectivity, and native intelligence—qualities essential for effectively steering the third tier of governance.

After a thorough and critical appraisal, the Endorsement Committee, acting in alignment with the widely acclaimed leadership direction and primary endorsement of His Excellency, Governor Oyebanji Abayomi (BAO)—a governance model now serving as a reference point within the South-West and beyond—unanimously found Honourable Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga (popularly known as CHENCO) eminently qualified for continuity in office.

The committee’s decision was anchored on the chairman’s visible and measurable achievements across critical sectors, including Agriculture and Natural Resources, Environmental Management, Primary Health Care delivery, and Public Works, both within the Local Government Secretariat and across constituent towns. His proactive administrative leadership and management acumen were adjudged exceptional.

Equally noteworthy is his deep-rooted community engagement, particularly his interventions in the lives of orphans, the elderly, students, and the underprivileged, alongside his commendable participation in Ekifestival and the recently concluded Trade Fair. His sustained collaboration with the Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Traditional Council further underscores his inclusive and culturally respectful governance style.

Collectively, these achievements added significant weight to his endorsement for a second term, positioning him as a dependable partner in advancing the second-term developmental vision of Governor Oyebanji Abayomi BAO, fondly referred to as “The Jinx Breaker.”

Remarkably, Honourable Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga’s emergence as chairman for a second time marks an unrivalled milestone in the political history of the Local Government. According to views expressed during various interviews, this feat is attributed to divine grace, his positive performance record, and the unprecedented autonomy and institutional freedom accorded the Local Government system under Governor BAO’s leadership.

The endorsement of Honourable Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga is therefore not merely a political decision, but a reaffirmation of trust—one poised to usher in another era of measurable progress, anchored on sustained, people-centered leadership.

EKITI GOVT RAISES BIOSECURITY ALARM IN POULTRY SECTOR.

EKITI GOVT RAISES BIOSECURITY ALARM IN POULTRY SECTOR.

The Ekiti State Government has raised an urgent biosecurity alarm to poultry farmers and industry stakeholders, warning that poor hygiene practices and uncontrolled movement of birds could expose the State’s poultry sector to devastating disease outbreaks.

The Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Ebenezer Boluwade, in a statement issued on Thursday, urged poultry farmers across the State to strictly observe standard biosecurity and farm hygiene measures, noting that the post-yuletide period is usually characterised by increased movement of poultry and poultry products as farmers rush to restock empty pens.

He cautioned that such farm-to-farm movement often facilitates the rapid transmission of infectious poultry diseases, thereby threatening farmers’ investments and the overall sustainability of the poultry industry in the State.

Boluwade advised farmers to procure day-old chicks and other poultry birds only from reputable and verifiable sources, warning against the sharing of farm equipment and the admission of unauthorised visitors into poultry farms.

He further urged poultry owners to promptly report any signs of ill health or unusual mortality in their flocks to the nearest Veterinary Office in their respective Local Government Areas or seek immediate veterinary intervention to curb the spread of diseases.

The Commissioner also reminded the general public that the Federal Government’s ban on the importation of poultry products into Nigeria remains in force, stressing that Ekiti State is not exempted from the policy. He encouraged residents to support the local economy by patronising locally produced and healthy poultry products.

Boluwade reaffirmed the commitment of the Ekiti State Government to protecting the poultry value chain, ensuring food security, safeguarding farmers’ livelihoods and promoting public health across the State.

Shaping the Future of Agriculture: FUOYE Students Visit Africa’s Largest Cassava Farm.

Shaping the Future of Agriculture: FUOYE Students Visit Africa’s Largest Cassava Farm.

Agbeyewa Farms demonstrated its commitment to youth development and sustainable agriculture on January 19, 2026, by hosting 400-level Agricultural Engineering students from the Federal University of Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) at its Ipao Farm in Ekiti State. Led by Professor Alabadan, Dean of the School of Postgraduate Studies, the students were welcomed by MD/CEO Mr. Oska Seyi Aiyeleso and senior management to witness large-scale mechanized farming operations firsthand. 

The MD/CEO who addressed  emphasized Agbeyewa’s focus on investing in young talent through the NYSC scheme and noting that their impressive growth over the last three years stems from strategic investments in technology and people.

He also detailed the vision of Chairman Mr. Niyi John Olajide which centers on driving economic empowerment and job creation through the cassava value chain. 

The students were taken on a tour, observing innovative practices designed for efficiency and sustainability, and received vital practical exposure to agricultural engineering principles from the Agbeyewa team.

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Stakeholders Rally Support for Women’s Economic Empowerment in Moba.

Stakeholders Rally Support for Women’s Economic Empowerment in Moba.

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‎The ongoing stakeholders’ engagement on the Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up (NFWP-SU) has been held in Moba Local Government Area of Ekiti State for day two. The NFWP-SU is a World Bank assisted project aimed at enhancing women's economic development. The event held in Otun-Ekiti was well attended by  traditional rulers, community leaders, religious leaders, artisans, market women , civil society organisations, government officials, among others to deepen awareness and mobilise support for the programme. 

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‎The three-day strategic meeting, which kicked off in Efon, focused on institutionalising Women Affinity Groups (WAGs) and other platforms aimed at enhancing women’s economic empowerment and improving access to opportunities for unbanked women.

Speaking at the event, the Ekiti State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Olapeju Babafemi, appreciated the traditional rulers and other stakeholders for their support, describing the programme as highly beneficial for the women, families and the local economy. 

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‎She noted that Moba is one of the three pilot local government areas selected for the programme in the State.

‎Mrs Babafemi expressed the unflinching commitment of the administration of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji to women's empowerment as encapsulated in its Human Capital Development Pillar of its Governance Agenda. She said Women Affinity Groups (WAGs) consist of Women aged 18 years and above who are engaged in subsistence level economic activities and resident in the communities within implementing LGAs.

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‎The Head of Service, Dr Folakemi Olomojobi, alongside the Senior Technical Adviser on the Project in Ekiti, Dr Oyefunke Koleowo, further sensitised participants on the operational details of the programme, encouraging women in Moba to take full advantage of the impactful programme.

‎Representing the Ekiti State First Lady, the Senior Special Assistant on Advocacy to the Wife of the Governor, Dr Eunice Fasanmi, reiterated that the programme is  apolitical and would contribute immensely to grassroots development.

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‎She encouraged the women in Moba to come together through Women Affinity Groups (WAGs) of their choices following the programme guidelines .

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‎Earlier, the Ekiti State Project Coordinator, Mrs Oluwatoyin Familoni, thanked Governor Oyebanji for championing  women-focused empowerment initiatives in the state. 

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‎She explained that the NFWP-SU is being implemented in the three senatorial districts of the State in Efon, Moba, and Ayekire/Gbonyin LGAs.

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‎Mrs Familoni remarked that traditional rulers, community leaders and other stakeholders had been adequately consulted on the benefits of the programme.

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‎According to her, the World Bank-supported initiative aims to strengthen women economically so they can better support their families and contribute meaningfully to society.

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‎She called on Moba Local Government to intensify mobilisation efforts to ensure that a large number of women enlist as WAGs' members and actively participate in the programme.

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‎Also speaking, Mrs Opeoluwa Asoro, representing the Ogun State Project Coordinator, said the proven impact and productivity of the programme motivated many states in Nigeria to key into the initiative. 

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‎In their remarks, members of the Ekiti State House of Assembly representing Moba, Hon. Mrs Bola Solanke and Hon. Sunday Awoniyi, expressed confidence that the programme would enhance the financial stability of families in the area.

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‎The Director-General, Bureau of Civic Orientation and Citizenship, Mrs Olawunmi Famuyiwa, reiterated that the state government has continued to roll out life-changing initiatives for the people, urging citizens to take advantage of them.

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‎She also advised parents to encourage their children to learn vocational skills and crafts for economic independence.

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‎Also speaking on the initiative, the Executive Chairman of Moba Local Government, Hon. Bamidele Fadugba, pledged to mobilise all necessary structures to ensure that qualified women across the local government fully benefit from the programme.

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‎Representing the Oore of Otun, the Olosan of Osan Ekiti, Oba Bamidele Jimoh, advised women to engage in profitable ventures, no matter how small, and to remain committed to their affinity groups to maximise the benefits.

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‎On her part, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Olusola Adeluyi, said the state government has committed significant resources to the project, describing it as a rare opportunity for women’s financial empowerment. 

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‎She urged women to justify  the efforts of the state government and the World Bank on the programme. 

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‎Dignitaries at the meeting included the Director of the WAOH Project, Dr Oluwakemi Dairo; Ekiti State Commissioner for Youth Development, Hon. Adesola Adedayo; Commissioner for Regional Development, Dr Makanjuola Abdulkareem, the Onigogo of Igogo Ekiti, Oba (Barr.) Sunday Adewunmi ,  the Onirare of Irare-Ekiti, Oba Olukayode Olubowale, Chairman of Ero LCDA, Hon. Mrs Felicia Ibiloye, among others.