AJONI LCDA FLAGS OFF CONSTRUCTION OF MODERN DIVISIONAL POLICE HEADQUARTERS IN IPAO EKITI.

AJONI LCDA FLAGS OFF CONSTRUCTION OF MODERN DIVISIONAL POLICE HEADQUARTERS IN IPAO EKITI.

It was a historic and defining moment for the people of Ipao Ekiti and the entire Ajoni Local Council Development Area (LCDA) as the foundation laying ceremony for a Modern Divisional Police Headquarters was held with grandeur, attracting high-profile dignitaries, security chiefs, and enthusiastic members of the community.

The landmark event represents a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to strengthen the security architecture of Ajoni LCDA under the purposeful and visionary leadership of the Executive Chairman, Amb. Prince Michael Oluwadare Ogungbemi, FCPA.

The ceremony witnessed the presence of eminent personalities, including the Commissioner of Police, Ekiti State Command, CP Falade Adegoroye Michael; the Director-General of the Homeland Intelligence Agency, Dr. Adetuberu Oludotun; the Chairman of the Local Government Service Commission, Hon. Samuel Alaba Abejide; and the revered traditional ruler, His Royal Majesty, Oba Williams Ehinmodupin, the Obanla of Ipao Ekiti. They were joined by other top government officials, community leaders, political stakeholders, and residents who turned out in large numbers to witness the epoch-making occasion.

In his welcome address, the Executive Chairman, Amb. Ogungbemi, expressed profound appreciation to the Governor of Ekiti State, His Excellency, Biodun Oyebanji, for his unwavering support, for approving and release of funds for the establishment of the Divisional Police Headquarters in Ipao Ekiti. He described the project as a strategic intervention designed to enhance rapid security response, curb criminal activities, and safeguard lives and property across Ajoni communities.

He further highlighted the strides of his administration in promoting peace, stability, and socio-economic development, noting that security remains the bedrock upon which sustainable development is built. According to him, the project is not just an infrastructure initiative but a legacy investment in the safety and future of the people.

Delivering his remarks, Hon. Alaba Abejide commended the Ekiti State Government for its consistent support for grassroots-oriented initiatives, describing the project as a clear demonstration of responsive and people-centered governance.

Similarly, the Commissioner of Police, CP Falade Adegoroye Michael, reaffirmed the commitment of the Ekiti State Police Command to combating crime and maintaining law and order across the state. He assured residents that the new divisional headquarters would significantly enhance policing capacity, improve intelligence gathering, and boost operational efficiency within Ipao Ekiti and its environs.

In a symbolic highlight of the ceremony, dignitaries and community leaders moved to the project site where the official foundation laying was performed, marking the formal commencement of construction. 

The moment was greeted with excitement, hope, and renewed confidence among residents, many of whom described the development as a long-awaited and transformative intervention.

The atmosphere throughout the event was one of celebration and optimism, reflecting the collective belief in a safer and more prosperous Ajoni.

This landmark project stands as yet another testament to the proactive, people-driven, and development-focused leadership of Amb. Prince Michael Ogungbemi. It reinforces his administration’s unwavering commitment to sustainable development, enhanced security, and improved quality of life for all residents.

Indeed, Ajoni LCDA continues to set a remarkable pace in grassroots governance, infrastructural development, and innovative public service delivery.

Signed:

Prince Adeola Alex Fafure

Director, Information & Civic Orientation, Ajoni LCDA.

Oyebanji Sets the Pace: EKSU Leads the Nation as First to Implement ASUU Pay Rise.

Oyebanji Sets the Pace: EKSU Leads the Nation as First to Implement ASUU Pay Rise.

When leadership meets foresight, results speak louder than rhetoric and in Ekiti State University, the proof is not just in the pudding; it is on the payslip.

Under the steady and pragmatic leadership of Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, EKSU has blazed the trail as the first state university in Nigeria. This landmark achievement did not happen by chance. It is the product of a leadership style that understands that a stitch in time saves nine, prioritizing the welfare of intellectual capital and ensuring that academic excellence is not left to chance.

 By March 2026, EKSU lecturers were already reaping the benefits of the new salary structure, a move that has effectively turned the university into a pacesetter in Nigeria’s academic landscape.

At the heart of this progress is a Governor who does not just occupy office but walks the talk.

 Oyebanji’s commitment to creating an enabling environment has kept EKSU’s academic calendar stable, proving that when the foundation is solid, the building stands tall.

In a sector often plagued by delays and industrial unrest, Ekiti’s example stands as a beacon, clear evidence that where there is purposeful leadership, there is progress without pause.

As the state continues to chart a course of sustainable development, one thing becomes evident: continuity is not just a political slogan; it is the bridge between vision and lasting impact.

 Changing a winning team mid-game rarely ends well, and in Ekiti’s case, the scoreboard already tells a compelling story.

With Oyebanji, the state is not just keeping pace, it is setting it.

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The Unshakeable Mandate: Why Ekiti South Stands Firm with "Agbaman".

The Unshakeable Mandate: Why Ekiti South Stands Firm with "Agbaman".

In the landscape of Ekiti politics, loyalty is not just a word, it is a debt of honor. Today, as the drums of the 2027 and 2031 cycles begin to beat, a clear voice rises from the hills of Omuo to the valleys of Ilawe. It is a voice that rejects political opportunism and celebrates a man who has proven that leadership is about presence, not just power.

Senator Yemi Adaramodu is not a "political migrant." He did not wait for the weather to be fair before joining the ship. While others jumped from platform to platform in search of convenience, "Agbaman" remained the steady hand through the evolution of our progressive fold, from Alliance of Democracy (AD) to Action Congress (AC), Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), and now the All Progressive Congress (APC). He didn't just join the party; he helped build the house. To those now "jostling" for a ticket after barely six months in our ranks: If you could not make your former party a home, how can you claim to lead ours? A true home-maker stays to fix the roof when it leaks; they don't run to a neighbor's mansion when the storm gets tough.

Let the records speak. In 2023, the people of Ekiti South made a choice that shook the political establishment. Sen. Yemi Adaramodu didn’t just defeat an incumbent; he dismantled a legacy of underperformance. He won in the "strongholds" of his opponents, Gbonyin/Aiyekire and Ekiti East, proving that the people value a representative who dines with them over a "Berlin-wall" politician. To the "political neophytes" being cajoled with tales of "Presidency endorsement": know that Senator Oluremi Tinubu, a woman of peerless integrity and party loyalty, does not endorse "political Merchant" who like to reap where they didn't sow. She respects the mandate of the grassroots. In Ekiti South, the mandate has already been signed, sealed, and delivered by the people themselves.

Governance is a team sport, and Sen. Yemi Adaramodu is the ultimate team player. It is no secret that when it came time to safeguard the future of Ekiti, it was the South, under Adaramodu’s leadership, that first raised the banner for Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO). He didn’t wait for others to lead; he set the pace, ensuring the South became the bedrock of the Governor's endorsement. Those scheming for 2030 should remember: Only God knows who will see tomorrow. To play "demi-god" today is to invite the humility of the heavens. Our focus is 2026 election, and our focus is Gov. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji and Senator Yemi Adaramodu in 2027.

Why is Ilawe-Ekiti like a "Mecca and Medina" when Sen. Adaramodu returns from Abuja? It isn't because of the title of "Senate Spokesman." It is because he is accessible; his living room is a public square. He eats, dances, and cracks jokes with the very people who gave him their thumbprints. He is impactful; from monthly stipends to food distribution and strategic employment, he has turned "empowerment" from a campaign slogan into a daily reality. He knows his onions; as the voice of the 10th Senate, he has brought prestige to Ekiti South, proving he is a heavyweight in the hallowed chambers of Abuja.

To the schemers and the "Vuvuzelas" of latecomers: Ekiti South is not for sale. We will not trade a performer for a passenger. We will not trade a builder for a tenant. Sen. Yemi Adaramodu has earned his seat through sweat, loyalty, and unmatched grassroots connection. Any affront on his mandate is an affront on the choice of the people. We stand with the man of the people. We stand with Agbaman!

Abraham Seunfunmi Writes from Omuo Ekiti

VENITE UNIVERSITY MOVES TO STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIP WITH OAU IN DRIVING ACADEMIC GROWTH AND INNOVATIONS.

VENITE UNIVERSITY MOVES TO STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIP WITH OAU IN DRIVING ACADEMIC GROWTH AND INNOVATIONS.

Management of Venite University Iloro-Ekiti has paid a strategic working visit to Obafemi Awolowo University Ile Ife as part of ongoing efforts to build strong academic partnerships across critical disciplines.

The Vice Chancellor of OAU, Professor Adebayo Simeon Bamire, received the delegation alongside members of his management team and expressed delight at the visit.

Leading the Venite University delegation was the Pro Chancellor and Chairman of Governing Council, Professor Olabisi Aina, who described the visit as both historic and deeply symbolic. She stated that it was with great honour and a deep sense of institutional pride that she led the Venite management team on the strategic working visit to OAU, which she described as the referee mother university to Venite University as designated by the National Universities Commission.

Professor Aina expressed profound gratitude for the role played by the leadership of OAU in the academic and institutional development that has translated to global university partnership.

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Ekiti Govt Reaffirms Support for Youths in Agriculture, Promises Improved Farm Access.

Ekiti Govt Reaffirms Support for Youths in Agriculture, Promises Improved Farm Access.

By Olamide Akinwumi. 

The Ekiti State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Ebenezer Boluwade, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting youth participation in agriculture.

Boluwade gave the assurance during the closing session of a three-day training programme organised under the Bring Back Youth into Agriculture (BBYA) initiative in Ado-Ekiti.

The commissioner, who had earlier visited other training centres outside the state capital, said the government would continue to provide the necessary support and create a conducive environment for young farmers ahead of the 2026 farming season.

He also disclosed that the road leading to the Ado-Ekiti BBYA farm would be considered for rehabilitation to improve accessibility and boost agricultural productivity.

Boluwade urged the participants to remain disciplined and conduct themselves responsibly, noting that several opportunities abound for them through partnerships and agricultural programmes facilitated by the state.

He commended YSJ Farms Limited for successfully organising the training, describing the initiative as a significant step towards engaging youths in agriculture and enhancing food security in the state.

VENITE UNIVERSITY SECURES NUC FULL ACCREDITATION FOR HER PROGRAMMES.

VENITE UNIVERSITY SECURES NUC FULL ACCREDITATION FOR HER PROGRAMMES.

Venite University Iloro Ekiti has received NUC applause and Full score accreditation status!!! following the October and November 2025 accreditation exercise.

According to the official communication issued by the Commission, the accredited programmes include Computer Science, Cyber Security, and Software Engineering, all of which were granted Full Accreditation. All other programmes from Venite university are also verified.

This accreditation, affirms that the programmes meet quality academic standards required for university education in Nigeria and beyond as stipulated under the relevant provisions of national education laws.

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Rising Drug Abuse Threat: Ekiti Intensifies Campaign as Stakeholders Demand Rehab Centres, Stronger Family Role.

Rising Drug Abuse Threat: Ekiti Intensifies Campaign as Stakeholders Demand Rehab Centres, Stronger Family Role.

Worried by the growing impact of substance abuse on families and communities, stakeholders in Ekiti State have called for urgent preventive measures, including the establishment of rehabilitation centres, as the government steps up advocacy to curb the menace.

The call came during the “BAO for Healthy Families Outreach” held at the King’s Palace Town Hall in Efon-Alaaye, where government officials, health experts, traditional rulers and community leaders highlighted the dangers of drug abuse and the need for collective action.

Speaking at the event, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, represented by his Chief of Staff, Mr Niyi Adebayo, described substance abuse as a major societal problem that has ruined many lives and families.

He urged parents to be vigilant, especially when their children exhibit unusual behaviour, noting that timely intervention could prevent avoidable consequences. 

In her welcome address, the programme facilitator and Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Olapeju Babafemi, said the outreach was aimed at addressing the far-reaching consequences of substance abuse, which she described as a serious public health issue and social challenge.

She explained that the initiative, organised in collaboration with the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Dayo Apata (SAN), aligns with the Oyebanji administration’s focus on human capital development and family wellbeing.

Mrs Babafemi stressed that substance abuse leads to health crises, broken homes, disrupted education, and increased crime, but noted that recovery remains possible with proper intervention and support.

Providing medical insights, a Consultant Gastroenterologist, Prof. Deji Ajayi, warned that drug abuse could result in severe health complications such as addiction, brain damage, cancers of the liver, lungs, and digestive system, as well as mental health disorders and suicide.

He advocated the establishment of rehabilitation centres in Ekiti State, stressing that prevention remains the most effective strategy in tackling the crisis.

Also speaking, a Clinical Psychologist, Dr Dotun Ajiboye, explained that prolonged use of alcohol and psychoactive substances alters brain function, leading to dependency, impaired judgement and emotional instability.

He noted that substance abuse often triggers domestic violence, neglect and economic hardship, thereby perpetuating cycles of vulnerability, and emphasised the need for early intervention and psychological support.

An Addiction Physician, Dr Abayomi Oshatimi, highlighted that effective treatment requires structured approaches involving detoxification, therapy and medication, adding that recovery is gradual and requires patience and sustained support.

He also called for expanded access to rehabilitation services and the reduction of stigma, which discourages many victims from seeking help.

In his remarks, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Dayo Apata (SAN), described substance abuse as “the mother of all abuses,” noting that it destroys individuals mentally, physically, spiritually and financially.

He recalled instances where drug abuse denied applicants employment opportunities, stressing that rescuing the younger generation requires collective efforts and sustained public enlightenment.

Mr Apata also appreciated Governor Oyebanji and his wife, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, as well as the Alaaye of Efon Kingdom and other stakeholders for their support of the initiative. He commended the Women Affairs Commissioner for championing the programme.

The State Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Mr Sunday Aina, expressed concern about the absence of a rehabilitation centre in the state and called on the government to urgently establish one.

He noted that drug abuse is a global problem linked to crime and social instability, adding that tackling it requires collaboration among parents, communities and relevant agencies.

Speaking on behalf of the Efon Development League, the former Permanent Secretary of the Ekiti State Ministry of Information, Mr Kola Ajumobi, assured that the group would incorporate substance abuse awareness into its youth education programmes.

Also contributing, the Head of Service, Dr Folakemi Olomojobi, and the former Commissioner for Culture, Arts and Tourism, Chief Ronke Okusanya, described the programme as timely, stressing that involvement in hard drugs is incompatible with a successful future and urging parents to monitor their children closely.

The Alaaye of Efon, Oba Emmanuel Adesanya Aladejare, commended the organisers and pledged continued support for enlightenment initiatives aimed at building a progressive and healthy society.

Similarly, the Chief Whip of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Hon. Bose Olowokere, lauded the initiative and assured that such programmes would continue to receive support and be sustained.

The event also had in attendance key government officials, including the Commissioner for Works, Hon. Sola Adebayo; Special Adviser on Special Education and Social Inclusion, Princess Adetoun Agboola; Special Adviser/Director General, Office of Transformation and Service Delivery, Dr. John Moyo Ekundayo; Dr. Olamide Obe, who represented the Commissioner for Health; and the Chairman of Efon Local Government, Hon. Segun Ezekiel Afolabi.

Other participants were market women, students, transport workers, artisans, civil society groups and security agencies. 

Stakeholders unanimously agreed that addressing substance abuse requires a multi-sectoral approach involving government, families and communities, with renewed calls for policies that prioritise prevention, treatment and rehabilitation.