The Ekiti State Government has intensified its youth empowerment and agricultural development efforts with the expansion of the Ekiti State Broilers Production Scheme (EBOPS) through the construction of new poultry production hubs across the state. New facilities are currently under construction in Emure-Ekiti, Igede-Ekiti and Ikole-Ekiti, as the government moves to increase broiler production while…
Some parents and guardians in Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti State, have protested the alleged failure of the state government to place their wards in secondary schools despite meeting the requirements for admission. The parents, who spoke in Ikere-Ekiti, said they had been seeking a resolution to the issue since August, expressing disappointment that their children were still…
The Fakehinde Bakare Divine Hand Foundation has extended a gesture of love, compassion and community support to over 100 elders and widows in Irewolede LCDA through a food palliative outreach organised as part of the celebration of the 60th birthday of Hon. (Mrs.) Dupe Bakare. The initiative was designed to put smiles on the faces…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, will on Monday present newly acquired operational vehicles to security agencies in the state as part of efforts to strengthen security and combat crime. The presentation ceremony will be held at the Osuntokun Pavilion, Government House Grounds, Ado-Ekiti, where the vehicles will be formally handed over to the heads of…
Members of the Ekiti East Core Group have declared their total support for the political ambition of Hon. Olufemi Bamisile, popularly known as BAFEM, during a courtesy visit to his residence in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital. The group pledged to mobilise support and engage stakeholders across Ekiti East and beyond to advance BAFEM’s political…
Members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ekiti North Senatorial District have condemned the alleged vandalisation of the campaign office of the party’s senatorial candidate, Prince Dr. Funso Ayeni, in Ido-Ekiti. The campaign office, which was recently commissioned, was reportedly vandalised by suspected hoodlums, prompting calls from party members for a thorough investigation by…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has reportedly questioned the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Ise-Orun/Ikere/Ekiti Federal Constituency, Hon. Toyin Okoro, over allegations of fraud, conflict of interest and abuse of public office. According to a report, a former Senior Legislative Aide to the Speaker of the House of…
The Governing Council of Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, has approved the appointment of Dr Jadesola Babatola as the institution’s seventh substantive Registrar and Secretary to the Council for a five-year term. The appointment, which takes effect on October 5, 2026, was approved during the Council’s regular meeting held on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The Deputy…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has urged members of the Ekiti State Youth Parliament to uphold integrity, develop strong leadership skills, and embrace selfless service in the discharge of their legislative responsibilities. The Governor made the call during a one-day capacity-building training for members of the 5th Assembly of the Ekiti State Youth Parliament, held…
The BAO Mandate Movement has dismissed a publication concerning the health and status of Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, describing it as false, malicious and without credible foundation. In a statement, the movement urged members of the public to disregard the report, alleging that it was intended to create unnecessary anxiety and distract attention…
