NASS Primaries: Bamidele, Fasuyi, Adaramodu Emerge APC Senatorial Candidates.

NASS Primaries: Bamidele, Fasuyi, Adaramodu Emerge APC Senatorial Candidates.

The All Progressive Congress (APC) has concluded its senatorial primary elections in Ekiti State, with Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Senator Cyril Fasuyi and Senator Yemi Adaramodu emerging candidates for Ekiti Central, Ekiti North and Ekiti South Senatorial Districts respectively.

Announcing the results in Ado Ekiti on Monday night, the Chairman of the Primary Election Committee and Chief Returning Officer, Asipa Wasiu Adedoyin, declared Senetor Opeyemi Bamidele winner of the Ekiti Central Senatorial District primary election having contested alone and polled  29,586 votes.

For Ekiti North Senatorial District, the committee declared incumbent Senator Cyril Fasuyi winner after polling 14,179 votes to defeat a former Member of the Senate, Senator Ayo Arise, who scored 4,868 votes and Engr Bamisaye Oladipupo who polled 3,694 in the keenly contested exercise

Similarly, in Ekiti South Senatorial District primary, Senator Yemi Adaramodu secured 12,200 votes to emerge winner, defeating a former National Assembly member, Senator Biodun Olujimi, who polled 7,420 votes and Hon Bamidele Faparusi who polled 5,502 votes. 

Adedoyin commended party members for the peaceful conduct of the exercise across the three senatorial districts, describing the process as transparent and in line with the guidelines of the party.

GUBER POLL: EKITI LG WORKERS PLEDGE TO DELIVER 200,000 VOTES FOR OYEBANJI.

GUBER POLL: EKITI LG WORKERS PLEDGE TO DELIVER 200,000 VOTES FOR OYEBANJI.

….As Teachers adopt Gov as preferred candidate.

Ahead of the June 20 Governorship election in Ekiti State, local government workers in the State have promised to deliver not less 200,000 votes to boost Governor Biodun Oyebanji's re-election.

The local government workers disclosed this in Ado- Ekiti on Monday during an engagement with Governor Oyebanji at their secretariat in Ado Ekiti, just as teachers in the state also adopted Oyebanji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag bearer, as their preferred candidate, assuring him of their massive votes for being a teacher-friendly governor and for prioritising their welfare.

The governor brought smiles to the faces of the local government workers and teachers with an assurance of the payment of their outstanding leave bonuses along with their May salaries.

Oyebanji used the opportunity of the interface to allay the fear of workers that second term administration usually bring suffering for workers, stressing that the fear of God in him and the compassion he has would not allow him to inflict hardship on the people after being re-election for a second term. 

The Governor urged the council workers and teachers to use their massive votes to appreciate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,  noting that the significant strides made by his administration would not have been possible but for the support of the President .

Apparently impressed by improved welfare they had so far enjoyed from Oyebanji, the local government workers who described the governor as their "friend" assured him of their overwhelming support at the poll stressing that they would  use their numerical strength to boost his re-election.

The teachers who noted that the fact that Oyebanji's parents were teachers has made him their "son" adding that  they have adopted him as their preferred candidate on the strength of his commitment to their welfare and providing them conducive working environment since coming to office.

The teachers also disclosed that they have set up structures across the 16 local government to mobilize and educate voters on the need to re- elect Oyebanii for a second term.

The state NULGE President, Comrade Oluseyi Olatunde, who reeled out various benefits reaped by union members and local government pensioners so far from the Oyebanji administration said the workers and the union leaders have resolved  and concluded to give the governor not less than 200,000 votes.

He said: "Leadership is best judged by impact and your administration has undoubtedly made positive impact in the lives of workers. It is therefore not surprising that we workers and union members are willing to reciprocate your good gestures by supporting your second term.

"Your Excellency as far as we are concerned, we have deliberated and we have concluded to give you 200,000 votes. We believe your continuity will further consolidate achievements already recorded under your administration.

"We are confident that your second term will provide greater opportunities for more developmental projects, improved workers' welfare, youth empowerment and sustainable economic growth in our dear state."

The State NUT Chairman, Comrade Lawrence Egbeyemi, said Ekiti teachers are happy with Oyebanji and expressed belief that they will be happier during his second term having wormed his way into the hearts of teachers with various welfarist policies and gestures.

Egbeyemi said: "You have performed well in office and recorded unprecedented achievements in the education sector. Your love for teachers and passion for education are innate and genuine."

Expressing confidence that he would win the forthcoming governorship poll, Oyebanji canvassed a high vote tally in Ekiti noting that the delivery of a minimum of 500,000 votes would boost President Tinubu's re-election bid as expectations are high for him to get higher figure from his home base or South West.

The governor enjoined local government workers and teachers to influence their spouses, parents, friends, people in their places of worship and in their neighbourhoods and communities to vote massively for APC at the Ekiti governorship election and the 2027 presidential poll.

Oyebanji urges RMAFC’s support for Ekiti development.

Oyebanji urges RMAFC’s support for Ekiti development.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has solicited the support of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) for sustainable development of the state by addressing the revenue accruable to the State from the Federation account. 

Governor Oyebanji made the call in Ado- Ekiti on Monday when he received a team from the Commission led by one of its federal commissioners, Hon Wumi Ogunlola. He said while  previous efforts of the commission has yet to yield positive result for the state, he is hopeful that the current efforts would give Ekiti a better deal so that the state would move up the revenue ladder.

While acknowledging various efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at ensuring that the subnational are at the top of financial situation in their states, Governor Oyebanji commended the President for the bold step he took to rejig the economy as well as being intentional in the drive to give breathing space to the states to perform effectively and efficiently.

The Governor also assured the commission that his administration will continue to support it because of the importance and strategic position of RMAFC in the drive to make it achieve its desired success. 

He implored them to visit some on-going projects to really appreciate the shared prosperity agenda and support the vision of his administration.

“We have a President now that is intentional and that also wants the sub-nationals to breath, and based on that, we are going to give every necessary support to you, and that is why I've invited ministries that have one or two things to do with you, and we hope that this will be a new beginning in the relationship between the state and RMAFC, I have absolute confidence in your ability to do what is right.

“Please go out and see what we have done and you see the reason why we need help. When you look at the revenue ladder, you will see that it's either we are the last or we are second to the last. But that is not even the problem, We just want to be treated fairly and we want to be treated as part of the subnational because we contribute our quota to the development of the country. He stated.

Speaking earlier, the leader of the team, Hon Wumi Ogunlola said RMAFC members are in the state to validate the integrity and accuracy of the data that will ultimately inform the distribution of revenue across the Federation. She added that the revenue allocation system was built on a set of indices that seek to ensure fairness, equity, and justice in the sharing of national resources as well as the evolution of the socio-economic realities where population dynamics change, infrastructure expands, developmental gaps shift, and new challenges emerge.

Hon Ogunlola said the team will collaborate with state ministries, departments, agencies to ensure accurate and credible data verification and collection that reflects on-ground realities. She also sought the state government’s assistance and cooperation in providing access to relevant data and records; designating competent liaison officers to work with the team; facilitate access to Local Government Areas as well as ensure a conducive environment for the exercise.

While asserting that the outcome of this exercise will have significant implications for the Federation as a whole and for Ekiti State in particular, Ogunlola used the opportunity to assure government of its commitment to professionalism, transparency, and objectivity throughout the exercise adding that members of the team have been carefully selected and trained to carry out the assignment with the highest level of integrity, in line with national and international best practices.

The meeting was also attended by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof Habibat  Adubiaro, Chief of Staff, Mr Niyi Adebayo, Commissioners for Health and Human Services, Dr Oyebanji Filani, Education, Dr Bimpe Aderiye; Local Government Affairs, Chief Folorunso Olabode; Executive Chairman of the Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service Mr. Olaniran Olatona and Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode.

APC Declares Oye-Ikole Federal Constituency Primary Election Inconclusive.

APC Declares Oye-Ikole Federal Constituency Primary Election Inconclusive.

….As Karounwi, Bamisile, Okoro, Olarewaju, Fatoba Emerge as  Candidates.

The All Progressive Congress (APC) Primary Election Committee for the House of Representatives in Ekiti State has declared the primary election for Oye-Ikole Federal Constituency  inconclusive, following controversies and crisis that trailed the exercise.

The Committee however,  announced Olusola Fatoba as the winner for Ado/Irepodun; Oladapo Karounwi, Ijero/Ekiti West/ Efon; Femi Bamisile, Ekiti East/Emure/Gbonyin; Toyin Okoro, Ikere/Ekiti South West/Ise-Orun; and Ibrahim Olarewaju, Ilejemeje/ Ido-Osi/Moba Federal constituency.

Announcing the results in Ado Ekiti on Sunday, the Chairman of the Committee and Chief Returning Officer, Asipa Wasiu Adedoyin, said the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party would review the outcome of the inconclusive Oye-Ikole federal constituency and make final pronouncement on the matter.

He explained that there is no provision or window for a re-run, noting that the party leadership would determine the final course of action in line with its internal rule and guidelines to ensure fairness and party unity.

In the announced results, the incumbent, Mr Steve Olusola Fatoba of Ekiti central Federal Constituency 1 was declared winner having polled 8,943 votes against Tope Ogunleye who scored 1,760.

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‎In Ekiti Central Federal Constituency II, Oladapo Karounwi scored the highest number of votes to emerge the winner with 6573 votes to defeat Biodun Omoleye who scored 1,412 votes and Victor Kolade who polled 2,096.

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‎Toyin Okoro secured victory with 9,798 votes in Ekiti South Federal Constituency 1, defeating Rufus Ojuawo who scored 1,842 votes and Idowu Alabi who polled 1395 votes.

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‎In Ekiti South Federal Constituency II, Mr. Femi Bamisile defeated other aspirants after polling  4379 votes.

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‎Similarly, Ibraheem Olanrewaju emerged winner in Ekiti North Federal Constituency II with 6,856 votes, beating incumbent, Kolawole Akinlayo who polled 2102 votes and others.

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Also present at the venue of the collated results were, Officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), State Party Chairman, Bar Olusola Eleshin and other party leaders.

PURPORTED “VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE” AGAINST SENATOR YEMI ADARAMODU IS FAKE, MISCHIEVOUS AND THE HANDWORK OF POLITICAL JOBBERS — EKITI SOUTH ELDERS FORUM.

PURPORTED “VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE” AGAINST SENATOR YEMI ADARAMODU IS FAKE, MISCHIEVOUS AND THE HANDWORK OF POLITICAL JOBBERS — EKITI SOUTH ELDERS FORUM.

The attention of the authentic and duly recognized Ekiti South Elders Forum has been drawn to a mischievous and fabricated press release allegedly issued by a faceless group parading itself as “Ekiti South Senatorial District Elders Forum” against the Distinguished Senator representing Ekiti South Senatorial District, Senator Adeyemi Raphael Yemi Adaramodu.

We wish to categorically state that the said publication is false, misleading, politically motivated and does not in any way represent the position of the legitimate Ekiti South Elders Forum, which is a well-registered, structured and widely respected socio-political body under the leadership of its Chairman, His Excellency, Chief Abiodun Aluko.

Speaking with newsmen, the Secretary of the Forum, Comrade Afuye Oluwaseun, described the publication as the handiwork of political jobbers, idle and lazy ignoramuses whose sole aim is to tarnish the image and reputation of both the organization and Senator Yemi Adaramodu ahead of the 2027 political activities.

According to him, “The authentic Ekiti South Elders Forum never at any point held any meeting or issued any vote of no confidence against Senator Yemi Adaramodu. The fake publication originated from illogical and unreasonable individuals who are desperate to gain cheap political attention through falsehood and propaganda.”

Comrade Afuye further emphasized that Senator Yemi Adaramodu remains one of the most visible and impactful representatives Ekiti South has produced in recent democratic history, citing his effective legislative contributions, empowerment programmes, infrastructural facilitation and consistent engagement with stakeholders across the district.

The Forum also urged members of the public to disregard the fake statement and avoid falling victim to the antics of desperate political merchants bent on causing disunity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Senatorial District at large.

The elders reaffirmed their confidence in Senator Adaramodu’s leadership and noted that his overwhelming endorsement by APC stakeholders across Ekiti South Senatorial District as the consensus candidate for the 2027 senatorial election further validates his acceptability, political strength and impressive performance.

It would be recalled that APC stakeholders across the six local government areas of Ekiti South Senatorial District unanimously adopted Senator Adeyemi Raphael Adaramodu as the party’s consensus candidate for the 2027 senatorial race after wide consultations with party leaders, members and critical stakeholders.

The stakeholders, during their meeting held at the Senatorial Office along Moshood Road, Ikere Ekiti, affirmed that the adoption of Senator Adaramodu was based on his track record of quality representation, loyalty to the party, accessibility and commitment to the growth and unity of the APC in Ekiti South.

The Forum therefore called on the people of Ekiti South to remain united, focused and continue supporting leaders with proven capacity, integrity and dedication to public service rather than giving attention to fabricated stories sponsored by enemies of progress.

Signed:

Comrade Afuye Oluwaseun

Secretary,

Ekiti South Elders Forum.

Women Inclusion at Work: APC Leaders Back Kemi Elebute Halle for House of Representatives.

Women Inclusion at Work: APC Leaders Back Kemi Elebute Halle for House of Representatives.

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress in Ekiti North Federal Constituency I have endorsed Engr. Kemi Elebute Halle as the preferred candidate for the House of Representatives seat ahead of the party primaries.

The endorsement, according to party stakeholders, was part of efforts to promote gender inclusion and ensure that women are adequately represented among Ekiti State’s delegation at the Green Chamber.

Elebute, an engineer, entrepreneur and grassroots politician, recently concluded her ward tour across the constituency with a visit to wards in Ikole Local Government Area, where party members and supporters received her warmly.

Described by supporters as experienced, intelligent and community-driven, the female aspirant is said to possess strong leadership qualities, administrative competence and a deep understanding of the developmental needs of the constituency.

Party leaders who spoke during the tour noted that her consistency in party activities, accessibility to the grassroots and passion for youth and women empowerment distinguished her among other aspirants contesting the seat.

They added that her educational background, professional experience and commitment to human capital development positioned her as a credible candidate capable of delivering effective representation at the National Assembly.

Elebute, who remains the only female aspirant among several male contenders for the Ekiti North Federal Constituency I seat, thanked party leaders for the confidence reposed in her and promised not to disappoint the people if elected.

She pledged to justify the trust placed in her by attracting meaningful development, promoting inclusive governance and giving priority attention to women, youths and vulnerable groups across the constituency.

Speaking at the conclusion of the ward tour, Elebute said the growing support from party leaders and members reflected the desire of the people for competent, compassionate and people-oriented representation.

Political observers within the constituency described her endorsement as a bold step towards strengthening women’s participation in politics and advancing gender balance within the ruling party.

The development also appeared to align with the recent position of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the need for greater inclusion of women and youths in the nation’s political process.

In a statement issued ahead of the commencement of the APC primaries nationwide, Tinubu urged party leaders and delegates to give “special consideration” to women and youths, stressing that the country could not afford to relegate the two critical demographics.

“The inclusion of women and youth is dear to my heart,” the President stated. “We cannot afford to relegate the two significant demographics of our population.”

The President further encouraged party leaders at all levels to ensure fairness, unity and a level playing field during the primaries, while commending consensus-building efforts within the party.

Supporters of Elebute maintained that her endorsement reflects the APC’s commitment to progressive politics, inclusiveness and merit, noting that her emergence would further encourage women to actively participate in leadership and governance.

GJZ Steps Down for Bimbo Daramola, Appreciates Supporters and Calls for Unity.

GJZ Steps Down for Bimbo Daramola, Appreciates Supporters and Calls for Unity.

In a remarkable display of party loyalty, unity, and political maturity, Mr. Gbenga Joseph Zaccheus (GJZ), popularly known as GJZ Hope for Reformation, on Friday, May 14, officially stepped down from the race for the House of Representatives seat for Ekiti North Federal Constituency I in support of Hon. Bimbo Daramola.

GJZ expressed deep appreciation to his loyalists, supporters, youths, and stakeholders across Ikole and Oye communities for their unwavering support, encouragement, and belief in his vision throughout the consultation and screening process.

According to him, the decision to step down was made in the interest of party unity, progress, and the collective success of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the forthcoming elections.

He urged all members of his political structure and supporters to remain steadfast, united, and fully mobilize their support for Hon. Bimbo Daramola, describing him as a capable and experienced leader who shares the passion for grassroots development and quality representation.

GJZ reaffirmed his commitment to the APC and the prosperity of Ekiti North, stressing that the dream of reformation and better representation remains alive through collective unity and shared progress.