VENITE UNIVERSITY HOLDS SEMINAR ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, URGES RESPONSIBLE USE OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES.

VENITE UNIVERSITY HOLDS SEMINAR ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, URGES RESPONSIBLE USE OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES.

The College of Agriculture, Computing, Engineering and Sciences of Venite University, Iloro Ekiti, on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, organised a Seminar Series on Artificial Intelligence (AI), bringing together academics, industry experts, staff, and students to examine the opportunities and challenges associated with the rapidly evolving technology.

In his welcome address, the Dean of the College, Professor Kehinde Agbele, urged students not to rely excessively on Artificial Intelligence for academic work but to remain intellectually self-sufficient while using AI where necessary. He also encouraged lecturers to scrutinise students' sources, ensure proper referencing and documentation, and called on organisations such as New Horizons Nigeria to collaborate with the University in developing and nurturing technology driven talents.

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Okada, Tricycle riders Assure Oyebanji of massive votes on June 20.

Okada, Tricycle riders Assure Oyebanji of massive votes on June 20.

Commercial motorcyclists (Okada) and tricycle operators in Ekiti State have pledged their unflinching support for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election, assuring him of massive votes in appreciation of what they described as his people-oriented policies and excellent working relationship with transport unions. 

The riders gave the assurance during an engagement with the Governor in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday, where they commended the Governor for what they described as improved dialogue, better welfare consideration and efforts to stabilize the transport sector across the state. This , according to them have contributed to peace and stability in the state. 

Speaking on behalf of the Okada riders, the Chairman of the association, Mr Kunle Asaolu commended the  Governor for his unwavering commitment to the welfare of transport workers, noting that the administration has consistently responded to the needs of their members across the state.

 He said the governor has demonstrated sincerity and reliability in governance by fulfilling promises made to members of the transport unions.

The Chairman added that the governor's exemplary leadership and inclusive governance have brought unity  and stability among transport workers, particularly through efforts aimed at reconciling previously divided groups within the sector. 

He assured the governor that they would reciprocate the good gestures by mobilizing massive support and votes for his re-election come June 20. 

Also speaking on behalf of the Tricycle riders Association, the Chairman, Mr Kunle Asaolu said there was virtually nothing the transport workers had requested that Governor Oyebanji had not addressed. 

According to him, the governor has remained faithful to his promises and has continued to prioritize the interests of transport operators in the state.

Mr Akinola Alabi praised the Governor for restoring harmony among transport unions through deliberate reconciliation efforts, stressing that the peace being currently enjoyed within the sector is a testament to the administration's commitment to inclusiveness. He pledged that members of the association would repay the governor's support with overwhelming votes whenever the opportunity arises.

In his remarks, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, who expressed appreciation to the transport workers for the confidence they reposed in him and his administration during the 2022 governorship election despite not knowing him closely at the time, said the trust placed in his government has yielded positive results, adding that the progress recorded in the state was made possible through the support and cooperation of the people.

Emphasizing the importance of the June 20 election, Governor Oyebanji said the date is crucial because it presents an opportunity for Ekiti people to ensure continuity of the developmental strides recorded by his administration. 

“It is also an opportunity to appreciate President Bola Tinubu for what he described as unprecedented support for Ekiti State”, Governor Oyebaniji said. He added  that no previous President had extended such goodwill to the state since its creation. 

The Governor therefore urged the transport workers to come out en masse and vote for the ruling party as a way of encouraging the President to do even more for the state.

“Three and a half years ago, we came to you and asked you to vote for us, you took a gamble, you did not know us but you voted for us and that gamble has paid off today and I must thank you also for maintaining peace with each other.

“For this peace to continue, June 20 is very important to us for two reasons, first, for all these good works you have mentioned can continue, secondly we have a President that has been so good to us in Ekiti state, Ekiti is 29 years old, there is no President that has been this good to us since creation of Ekiti state. So, a President that has been so good to us deserves to be encouraged and the only way to encourage him is by coming out on June 20 and cast your vote for his party”. The Governor asserted

Also present at the forum were the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Director-General of the Campaign, Senator Cyril Fasuyi, Secretary to the State Government, Prof Habibat Adubiaro, Chief of Staff to the Governor and secretary of the Campaign Council, Mr Niyi Adebayo, among others

Beyond One Day Working Visit: H.E. Sen. Oluremi Tinubu’s Multi-Dimensional Impact in Ekiti - ₦1bn ICT Hub, ₦500m Endowment fund, and ₦100m Support for Petty Traders.

Beyond One Day Working Visit: H.E. Sen. Oluremi Tinubu’s Multi-Dimensional Impact in Ekiti - ₦1bn ICT Hub, ₦500m Endowment fund, and ₦100m Support for Petty Traders.

The working visit of Nigeria’s First Lady and National Chairman of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, to Ekiti State on May 31st, 2026, delivered far-reaching interventions across education, innovation, and grassroots economic empowerment.

A major highlight was the commissioning of a ₦1 billion ICT Experience Center at Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado Ekiti, facilitated through RHI in partnership with TETFund. 

The multi-storey, fully equipped facility features a modern lecture theatre (100 capacity), office spaces, a common room, an eatery, advanced computer systems and digital workstations, as well as relaxation areas with bunk spaces serving as a mini-hostel for users and researchers. The Center is positioned to drive research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital capacity, including exposure to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.

Complementing this was the establishment of a ₦500 million endowment fund in honour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reward the best graduating male and female students of EKSU at every convocation.

In addition, the First Lady disbursed ₦100 million to 2,000 petty traders across the state. This support was not a one-off intervention but part of a sustained annual intervention under the Renewed Hope Initiative to uplift vulnerable entrepreneurs.

The significance of these initiatives was reflected in the caliber of high-profile dignitaries present at the event , including the Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima; Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji; Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa; Ekiti State First Lady, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji; the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye; wives of 17 State Governors; Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele; three former Ekiti First Ladies; the APC National Women Leader, and other distinguished personalities.

Indeed, Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s visit to Ekiti State was not merely an event; it was a strategic investment in knowledge, innovation, and inclusive economic growth. From the ₦1 billion ICT Experience Centre to the ₦500 million endowment fund and the sustained ₦100 million empowerment of petty traders, a legacy has been firmly established, one that will continue to inspire generations and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s development for years to come.

Your Performance Has Campaigned for you, Ekiti Drivers Tell Oyebanji.

Your Performance Has  Campaigned for you, Ekiti Drivers Tell Oyebanji.

Transport workers in Ekiti State under the aegis of National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Road Transport Employers of Nigeria (RTEAN) and National Association of Cooperative Transporters (NACT), have declared their support for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re- election saying that his impressive performance in office remains his strongest campaign for the June 20 election.

The transport workers maintained that the Governor’s achievements in office, coupled with his positive disposition to transport workers has already done the campaigning for him, adding that his development projects and leadership style have earned him widespread support.

Speaking during a strategic engagement with the Governor in Ado Ekiti on Monday, the NURTW Chairman, Chief Omotayo Falope, said all road transport workers in the state are solidly behind the Governor and will mobilise aggressively for his re-election as a way of thanking the Governor . 

He described the Governor as “God sent”, stressing that his administration’s achievements are unprecedented. The Union leader also stated that the Governor has positively impacted every aspect of the state economy making business easy for them.

RTEAN State Chairman, Mr Sunday Adeola, explained that Governor Oyebanji's road infrastructure has eased the pains of road users as well as transport owners. 

He listed some of the roads to include Ado-Ekiti internal roads, Itawure-Okemesi road, Ara-Ikole-isinbode road, Ijelu-itapa-Omu road, Ikere-ilawe road ; Igbaraodo to Ikogosi road among others

Also speaking, NACT Chairman, Mr Kehinde Afolabi, commended Governor Oyebanji for reconciling all the transport workers unions in the state,  thereby restoring peace and stability within the unions through the appointment of the advisory council for union matters. 

He maintained that the initiative has enhanced harmony among the transport unions and pledged that members of the various transport unions would mobilize aggressively for the governor’s re-election as a way of appreciating him.

In his remarks, Governor Oyebanji appreciated and commended the transport unions for their support for his administration and for sustaining peace among their members across the state, noting that the level of harmony among the unions is unprecedented and has contributed immensely to the peaceful atmosphere and development being experienced in the state.

Describing the forthcoming election as important to the continued progress in the state, the Governor urged the transport unions to translate talk into action by mobilising massively for his re-election.

Oyebanji attributed the achievements of his administration to the support and ledership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, adding  that the spate of development being witnessed in the state was made possible by the backing of the Federal Government. He  urged the transport workers to thank the President by voting massively for his party. 

The Governor said “I am just here to thank you for the peace you have maintained in Ekiti, I am extremely grateful to all the three unions for your support, cooperation, understanding and patients with our administration. It is because of this peace that we were able to do everything we are doing, either prompt payment of salaries, construction of roads and hospitals, electricity, water, payment of pension and gratuity and many others.

“As I sat there listening to the Chairman mentioning the roads we have done, I can’t but thank God and also thank President Tinubu. You can see all the roads we are doing across the state and we just awarded some roads again. For this to continue and for us to fulfil all the promises made to you, you must return us back to office.

Also in his remarks, the Director-General of the Governor’s campaign, Council, Sen. Cyryl fasuyi urged the transport unions to mobilise massively for the Governor’s re-election, stressing that sustaining the peace, stability and development being witnessed in the state requires continuity in leadership.

While calling on the unions o ensure overwhelming support for the Governor across the state, Senator Cyril said the campaign target is to secure victory in all the 177 wards in the state.

Also present at the forum were the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Habibat Adubiaro, Chief of Staff to the Governor and secretary of the Campaign Council, Mr Niyi Adebayo, among others.

Artisans, private sector declare support for Oyebanji's re-election.

Artisans, private sector declare support for Oyebanji's re-election.

…Governor cautions opposition against using fake news to gain relevance.

Artisans and and private sector association across Ekiti state on Monday publicly declared their unflinching support for the re-election of Governor Biodun Oyebanji in the June 20 election, citing his unrivalled achievements in critical areas of development for their position. 

The two unions, who were led by their presidents, Mr Ebenezer Babatunde for the Artisans,  and Mr Abiodun Gbenga for Private sector, spoke in Ado Ekiti during an engagement with the Governor, praising the Governor for his  superlative performance in infrastructure development, empowerment, health, education and support for the informal sector, among others. 

The artisans and private sector, under the aegis of Congress of Artisans and Private Sectors commended Governor Oyebanji for his commitment to the welfare of workers and residents in general and thanked him for implementing trader friendly policies which have enhanced their businesses and boost small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in the state.

The two leaders, who expressed their members’ assurance in Governor Oyebanji’s ability to steer the ship of the state toward a more prosperous future if given another chance, emphasised that the Governor’s track record remains a testament to his competence and capacity as a leader.

They also expressed their appreciation to the Governor for appointing their members to senior level positions in his administration, promising to canvass votes for the Governor at the grassroots to ensure he wins across the 177 wards of the state.

Governor Oyebanji in his response, thanked the artisans and private sector players for their support in 2022 and urged them to make sure they collect their PVCs so as to be able to fulfill their promise of ensuring his re- election. 

According to Oyebanji, the promises would materialise only if all of them o again their voters cards. 

The Governor also frowned at the activities of some elements in the state who are deploying fake news to heat up the polity in the bid to attract political sympathy and blackmail the government. 

The Governor also disclosed that his government has concluded plans to disburse loans to 2,000 women to support small businesses and economic inclusion in the state. He advised traders to form themselves into cooperative societies in order to access loans from banks and government since banks are not ready to grant loans to individual traders.

He said his administration has consistently supported local traders and small businesses through the local content law, which emphasizes  that local businesses and artisans must be patronized.

Governor Oyebanji, who was accompanied by the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, described the informal sector as critical to his government as well as the coming election,  adding that he had developed confidence in them over time and is optimistic about the support they have promised.

“I am appealing to those who have registered for voters cards to ensure they collect their cards as distribution will commence tomorrow. Note that anyone without voter’s card is not relevant to us during the election. Please go to your local government and wards, they will be available there from tomorrow, it may be difficult at the beginning, let us endure, it will ease in few days.

“We have just 19 days to election, please don’t fight with anyone, we are all one in Ekiti and I say whoever wants to serve his community will not wage war on the community. Few days ago, we have been hearing a lot of fake news about our security. I wonder how Ekiti indigene would spread fake news that a commuter bus was hijacked and all the passengers were kidnapped. This is condemnable and it shows the kind of people who are aspiring to rule Ekiti. If you don’t wish your people well, you cannot be a good leader. In as much as I don’t want to destroy anyone’s character, that is not my style, but at the same time, I condemn any attempt at faking news. 

The Director General of the campaign council, Senator Cyril Fasuyi Called on every Ekiti resident to come out in their numbers and cast their votes for Governor Oyebanji stressing that they should not be lackadaisical about the election since the expectation of the party is not just to win but moving from the previous 200,000 votes in 2022 to over 500,000 votes in the June 20 election.

Ekiti’s Inclusion Model Takes Centre Stage at Global Conference in Lagos.

Ekiti’s Inclusion Model Takes Centre Stage at Global Conference in Lagos.

Ekiti State’s growing reputation as a leading force in disability inclusion and special education reforms came into sharp focus at the 2026 National Inclusion Conference held at Rugby School, Atlantic City, Lagos. Bringing together educators, researchers, and policymakers under the theme “Embedding Inclusive Excellence: Supporting Neurodiverse Learners in Every Class,” the two-day event highlighted measurable strategies for integrating special needs individuals into the wider society.

Delivering a compelling presentation on “Ekiti State Inclusion Journey,” Princess Adetoun Funmilayo Agboola, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Education and Social Inclusion, highlighted how the Biodun Oyebanji administration has turned disability inclusion from mere political rhetoric into measurable action. The state has actively integrated persons with disabilities into governance based on competence, appointing seven individuals to strategic leadership roles and employing 41 others into state and local government positions.

To ensure equal opportunities from the ground up, the government overhauled its special education framework by upgrading public schools with modern therapy rooms, ICT labs, and trained specialist personnel. These interventions led to a 30% rise in student performance in national examinations like WAEC and JAMB, enabling many beneficiaries to transition into tertiary institutions such as Obafemi Awolowo University and Afe Babalola University.

Ekiti has also pioneered critical healthcare and welfare support systems, including establishing Nigeria's first free public therapy center for children with severe disabilities and offering free healthcare at primary health centers. Furthermore, the state executed a free prosthetics program providing artificial limbs to 131 individuals, conducted mental health screenings, and set up a skills acquisition center that has already trained and empowered over 130 beneficiaries in vocational fields.

The state is similarly fostering social and athletic integration, resulting in Persons with Disabilities athletes winning gold medals at the National Sports Festival. With the recent launch of Ekiti’s first inclusive basic school in Ikole-Ekiti for neurodivergent learners, Princess Agboola urged other governments to adopt similar deliberate policies, proving that meaningful societal change happens when leaders actively prioritize the dignity of persons with disabilities.

Echoing the need for national reform, the Registrar of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria, Dr. Ronke Soyombo, lamented the inadequate implementation of inclusive education across the country. She emphasized that every child deserves equal opportunities in both public and private schools, urging teachers to remain motivated because neurodiverse children possess immense talents capable of contributing significantly to national development if properly nurtured.

In her remarks, Mrs. Lai Koiki, Chairperson of the Association of Private Educators of Nigeria, defined true inclusion as creating environments where every child is seen, supported, and valued for their potential rather than their challenges. She identified teacher preparedness, flexible learning systems, parental involvement, and intentional leadership as critical drivers, calling for stronger collaboration among governments, specialists, and communities to build sustainable support systems.

The event concluded with insights from global inclusion experts, including Thomas Keaney, CEO of TCES Group, and Daniel Sobel, President of the International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners (IFIP). They addressed participants on practical psychological approaches and classroom strategies designed to support neurodiverse learners, reinforcing the conference's goal of helping special needs students maximize their abilities in both academic settings and the broader society.

BAO’s Healthcare Drive Gains Momentum as Fagboyo Launches Free Medical Outreach.

BAO’s Healthcare Drive Gains Momentum as Fagboyo Launches Free Medical Outreach.

The healthcare agenda of Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, received a boost on Monday as a free medical outreach, tagged “Ilera Ofe,” commenced in Ido Ekiti, Ido/Osi Local Government Area of the state.

The outreach, organised by Princess (Pharm.) Funmilayo Racheal Fagboyo at the palace of the Olojudo of Ido Ekiti, was aimed at supporting the administration’s healthcare initiatives and the governor’s second-term bid ahead of the June 20 governorship election.

Flagging off the programme on behalf of Governor Oyebanji, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Political Matters, Chief Jide Awe, commended the organiser for a remarkable commitment to grassroots healthcare delivery and party development.

Awe said, “I have only known Pharm. Fagboyo for about two months, but her dedication, particularly in the area of health outreach, has been impressive. This is the kind of sacrifice and commitment the APC needs at this crucial period.”

Among dignitaries present at the event were the member representing Ido/Osi Constituency in the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Hon. Yomi Ayorinde; the State APC Publicity Secretary, Comrade Segun Dipe; the Executive Chairman of Ido/Osi Local Government, Hon. Dele Omoleye; APC Chairman in the council, Hon. Aina; Hon. Ibikunle Ale; Hon. Afolabi Rotimi; Otunba Ayodeji Olorunfemi; and the APC Women Leader in Ido/Osi, Hon. Grace Olayinka, among other party stakeholders.

Speaking at the event, Ayorinde praised the financial commitment and active participation of Fagboyo in party affairs within the local government area.

Also speaking, Hon. Aina and Hon. Ale acknowledged the contributions and sacrifices made by Fagboyo and her husband since joining the All Progressives Congress in the council area.

No fewer than 200 residents benefitted from the outreach, which featured health talks, medical consultations, deworming for children and adults, free eye glasses distribution, blood pressure and blood sugar tests, malaria screening, and free drugs.

The beneficiaries, comprising elderly residents, youths, men and women, received treatment and medications at no cost.

Explaining the rationale behind the initiative, Fagboyo said she was inspired by the Oyebanji administration’s commitment to good governance and healthcare development in the state.

She said, “I was attracted by the good governance of Governor Biodun Oyebanji and his deputy, Chief Mrs Monisade Afuye, especially in the health sector. Nothing is too much to contribute in support of this administration. This is my sincere support for the BAO/MCA second-term campaign.”

According to her, the outreach will continue in Usi Ekiti on June 2 and 3, Aaye Ekiti on June 4 and 5, before ending with a grand finale in Osi Ekiti on June 6, 2026.

Observers noted that the outreach further reinforces the administration’s message of prioritising the wellbeing of Ekiti residents as campaigns intensify ahead of the governorship election.