TEACHER’S DAY: OYEBANJI REWARDS BEST TEACHERS IN EKITI WITH N70.5m CASH PRIZES

TEACHER’S DAY: OYEBANJI REWARDS BEST TEACHERS IN EKITI WITH N70.5m CASH PRIZES

…Ekiti has invested over N18 billion in Education Sector, says Commissioner 

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, on Monday doled out N70.5 million to outstanding teachers and administrators in the state in recognition of their impressive performance and contribution to advancing the quality of education in the State.

The Governor also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to providing modern facilities and other necessary resources that would enhance teachers’ performance in a highly dynamic and technology-driven environment, while improving their welfare and creating better conditions for effective teaching and learning.

At the event which had as its theme “Standing with Teachers: 60 years of Protecting the Profession, Advancing its Status and Shaping our Futures” had Mr Adedayo Adeniyi of SUBEB Model Basic School, Erio Ekiti and Mr Adeniyi Odunayo of Aramoko District Commercial Secondary School, Aramoko Ekiti received a whopping sum of N6 million each as the best in primary and secondary schools categories respectively.

Also 12 teachers got the sum of N2 million each as first runners up, 13 received the sum of N1 million each as second runners up, while 26 teachers were rewarded with N200,000 each as consolation prizes. 

Presenting the cheques at the well-attended event held at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, Ado Ekiti, Governor Oyebanji appreciated the teachers for their strong commitment to duty, patriotism, resilience and hard work in promoting education sector as well as their support for his administration.

While explaining that his administration has made significant investment in school infrastructure and technology, the Governor said that all the 203 public secondary schools in the state now have ICT laboratories and 125 have been equipped with interactive boards, 5KVA inverters and internet facilities, while old school building had been renovated and rehabilitate with perimeter fencing.

The Governor also said 48 public secondary schools have also been provided with CCTV cameras, with another 85 schools expected to receive the facility within the month.

Speaking further, the Governor said his administration had demonstrated commitment to addressing personnel gaps in the public education sector through the recruitment of over 9,000 teachers into primary and secondary schools within four years of his first term.

While congratulating the teachers on the occasion of the 2026 World Teachers’ Day, the Governor assured the teachers that he remains committed to protecting their dignity and prioritize their welfare, adding that they remained significant to the government’s development agenda.

The Governor said “ I want to sincerely appreciate our teachers for their unwavering support since the inception of our administration. Their commitment and dedication to duty had enhanced and improved teaching and learning outcomes. I want to thank the State Executives of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS), Association of Public School Head Teachers of Nigeria (APSHON), the leadership of the Coalition of Private School Owners and all our committed teachers for being reputable partners in progress.

“I must note that the theme, standing with Teachers: 60 years of Protecting the Profession, Advancing its Status and Shaping Our Futures resonates well with our transformative agenda in education sector and our unflinching commitment to enhancing teachers’ professional identity. We shall always provide the modern facilities that will enhance performance in this highly dynamic technology-driven world.

“As of today, all the 203 Public Secondary Schools have ICT laboratories, Interactive Boards, 5KVA inverter and internet facilities in 125 of them. Old school buildings were renovated/rehabilitated in all the schools and perimeter fencing was provided for 54 public secondary schools. Additionally, 48 Public Secondary Schools were provided with CCTV cameras and 85 more schools will have theirs this month”.

Earlier in her welcome address, the Commissioner for Education, Dr (Mrs) Olabimpe Aderiye, commended Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his commitment to the development of the education sector, saying the administration’s investment in the training and capacity development of teachers had made them digitally proficient and better equipped to meet the demands of 21st-century teaching.

The Commissioner said that in the four years of the Oyebanji administration, the state government had invested over 18 billion on education. According to her the government had spent N11.9 billion as counterpart funding for the provision of a conducive learning environment across the state. She added that N2.289 billion was spent on running grants, while N546.9 million was committed to feeding children in the three special schools in the state.

She further disclosed that government had expended N2.1 billion on the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), N955 million on placement and N125 million on NABTEB, among other investments, stressing that the figures reflected the administration’s sustained commitment to improving access, quality and standards in the state’s education sector.

Also in their separate remarks, the Chairman of NUT, Comrade Egbeyemi Lawrence, representative of ASSUS Chairman, Comr. Austine Adeola and the Coordinating Chairman of Coalition of private schools, Comr. Durojaiye Samson commended Governor Oyebanji for his continued attention to the education sector and his efforts to improve the working environment for teachers and other stakeholders.

Describing the Teachers’ Day as an important occasion for recognizing the dedication, sacrifice and contributions of teachers to the development of the society as well as their roles in shaping the future of the young generation and building a better society, the Chairmen called for continued collaboration among government, teachers and other stakeholders to sustain the progress recorded in the sector.

Also at the event were, the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Speaker, Ekiti State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye, Secreatry to the State Government, Prof. Habibat Adubiaro, Head of Service, Dr (Mrs) Folakemi Olomojobi, Chief of Staff, Mr Niyi Adebayo, members of the state Executive Council, among others.

I'll remain committed to inclusive governance, Says Oyebanji at Jumat thanksgiving service

I'll remain committed to inclusive governance, Says Oyebanji at Jumat thanksgiving service

… Canvasses Muslims' support for President Tinubu’s re-election

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has declared that he will sustain the principles of inclusive governance in his second term administration by ensuring that all stakeholders in the Ekiti project participate actively in his government.

Governor Oyebanji stated this on Friday at the special Jumat thanksgiving service held at the Central Mosque, Ado-Ekiti, as part of activities marking his second term in office. The service brought together Muslim faithful, government officials, traditional and community leaders and other stakeholders.

Speaking at the service, Governor Oyebanji expressed appreciation to God for the opportunity to serve the people of Ekiti State for another term. He also expressed his appreciation to the Muslim community for their prayers and support for his administration, stressing the importance of peace, unity and religious tolerance in sustaining governance and development of the state.

The Governor said his administration would remain committed to inclusive governance and programmes aimed at improving the welfare and living conditions of the people. He further emphasised the need for continued collaboration among government, religious institutions and citizens in building a peaceful and prosperous Ekiti.

Governor Oyebanji also used the opportunity to appeal to the Muslim community not to desist in praying for the success of his administration as he prepares to commence his second term in office, stating that prayers during his first tenure contributed strongly to the development the state witnessed in four years.

“I am here to give thanks to God and my father, the Grand Imam, thank you for your support, I also thank the Muslim community for your prayers. I want to appeal to you today to continue to pray for us so that we will be able to do more. I assure you that my government will ensure that more Muslims will be given opportunity to serve during the second term.

“I have to say this publicly, all Muslims that worked with me performed exceptionally well, the wisdom I used when we want to appoint them is that I consulted the Grand Imam, who gave me the best and I thank all of them for their exceptional performance.”

Speaking further, Governor Oyebanji also used the opportunity to canvass support for President Tinubu’s re-election, urging the Muslim community to support the Presidents in appreciation of the federal government’s intervention and support for the development of the state.

Earlier, the President-General, League of Imams and Alfas for the South-West, Edo and Delta States, Sheikh Jamiu Kewulere Bello, commended Governor, Oyebanji for providing opportunities for Muslims to contribute to the development of the state through appointments to serve in the government.

The Cleric expressed appreciation to Governor Oyebanji for what he described as his inclusive approach to governance, particularly for giving members of the Muslim community the opportunity to serve in key positions in government. He noted that the appointments had enabled Muslims to make meaningful contributions to the administration and development of Ekiti State.

The Grand Imam also hailed the Muslim appointees in the Oyebanji’s administration for their performance, urging them to continue to justify the confidence reposed in them by the governor and the Muslim community.

He said the Muslim community appreciated the governor's efforts to promote religious harmony and ensure that people of different faiths had a sense of belonging in government as he called on the Muslim faithful to continue praying for the governor and other leaders, stressing the importance of supporting those in authority with prayers and constructive counsel for the continued peace and development of the state.

Also in attendance were the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Habibat Adubiaro, members of State executive council, and Senator Babafemi Ojudu.

Ekiti State Empowers 100 Persons with Disabilities as Government Reiterates Commitment to Inclusivity

Ekiti State Empowers 100 Persons with Disabilities as Government Reiterates Commitment to Inclusivity

The Ekiti State Government has successfully graduated and empowered 100 Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) who completed intensive training at the Ekiti State Skills Acquisition Centre in Ilokun, Ado Ekiti. Held under the theme "Empowering Abilities, Building Independence," the event marked a major milestone for the state's inclusive governance and highlighted the administration's sustained efforts to uplift vulnerable groups. The ceremony brought together key government officials, stakeholders, partners, and families to celebrate the resilience and economic transition of the new trainees from learners to business owners.

Speaking at the historic event, the Special Adviser on Special Education and Social Inclusion, Princess Adetoun Agboola, noted the remarkable progress of the initiative, which started with just 30 participants in 2023 and scaled up steadily over the years. She expressed profound gratitude to Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his unwavering political will, compassion, and trust in appointing advocates to drive meaningful change within the disability community. She also highlighted groundbreaking milestones achieved under the current administration, including the employment of 81 PWDs in the civil and local government service, the training of 230 individuals, and the economic support extended to hundreds of PWD-owned businesses.

A notable highlight of this year's graduation was the inclusion of 10 parents of children with severe disabilities who were able to participate, thanks to the establishment of the EKSG Therapy Centre for Children with Critical Disabilities. This facility provides professional care and a safe environment for children, freeing their mothers to acquire skills and earn a livelihood. Throughout their program, beneficiaries underwent five months of intensive training in areas such as ICT, tailoring, hairdressing, shoe making, and catering, complemented by practical attachments to seasoned artisans. Additionally, participants were supported with free accommodation and monthly stipends for feeding and transport during their training period.

The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr. Niyi Adebayo, who chaired the occasion, congratulated the graduands and described the initiative as a core pillar of Governor Oyebanji's agenda for shared prosperity and inclusive development. He commended Princess Agboola for her exceptional leadership, strategic partnerships, and dedication to improving the welfare of the PWD community. Urging the beneficiaries to make responsible use of the start-up equipment and financial grants provided during the symbolic presentation, Mr. Adebayo encouraged them to embrace creativity, avoid laziness, and treat customers with utmost respect.

Goodwill messages from other dignitaries, including the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Pastor Olapeju Babafemi, and the immediate past Chairman of the Disability Board, Dr. Ebenezer Ogunlade, further underscored the collective success of inter-agency collaboration in championing disability inclusion. Speakers praised the graduands for choosing self-reliance over dependence, urging them to remain steadfast, collaborate with peers, and keep their newly acquired skills active. Representatives from major professional bodies, including the hairdressers, shoe makers, and tailoring associations, were also present to welcome the new entrepreneurs into their respective industries.

The ceremony drew wide representation from across the state's leadership, including the Commissioner for Education, Dr. Mrs. Kofoworola Adebimpe Aderiye, and the Commissioner for Infrastructure and Public Utilities, Prof. Bolaji Aluko, among other special advisers and agency heads. Partners such as Premium Trust Bank, First Bank, and various non-governmental organizations were also commended for their critical financial and structural contributions toward therapy centers and special schools. As Princess Agboola marked her final official event in office for this tenure, she thanked her dedicated team, family, and security agencies for their unwavering support throughout the tenure.

The event concluded on an inspiring note as the newly minted chief executive officers received their training kits and start-up capital to officially launch their enterprises. Dignitaries expressed immense confidence that the graduates will break new economic boundaries and prove that empowering abilities translates directly to building a stronger nation. The successful graduation stands as a glowing testament to Ekiti State's progressive vision of leaving no segment of society behind.

EKITI’LL FOREVER BE GRATEFUL TO YOU. GOV OYEBANJI, SEN BAMIDELE HAIL CHIEF DEJI FASUAN AT 95

EKITI’LL FOREVER BE GRATEFUL TO YOU. GOV OYEBANJI, SEN BAMIDELE HAIL CHIEF DEJI FASUAN AT 95

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, and Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, have described the Chairman of Committee for the creation of Ekiti State, Chief Deji Fasuan as a distinguished statesman whose contributions to the creation of the State will remain indelible, assuring that the state will forever be grateful for his commitment to its actualization

Chief Fasuan clocked 95, on Thursday, which coincided with the 30th anniversary of the Stete, chaired the committee responsible for the creation of Ekiti State, with Governor Oyebanji serving as the committee secretary. 

Governor Oyebanji, accompanied by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, House of Representative member, Hon. Ojuawo and members of the state Executive council, Prof Bolaji Aluko and Chief Taiwo Olatunbosun, noted the significant role played by the elder statesman in the struggle for Ekiti State. The Governor noted that his leadership and dedication helped advance the aspiration of the people for a separate state. 

He described the nonagenarian as a symbol of patriotism, selflessness and service, whose contribution to the political and administrative history of Ekiti state continue to provide a reference point for present and future generation.

The governor noted that the creation of Ekiti state represents the fulfillment of a long standing aspiration of its people and that the efforts of those who championed the cause, including Chief Deji Fasuan deserved lasting recognition and appreciation.

The Governor said, “thirty years ago, this house was agog because that was the day Ekiti State was created. On behalf of all Ekiti indigene at home and the diaspora, we say that your struggle, sweat and sacrifice has given the platform to serve Ekiti people, we say thank you.

“Throughout the struggle, one thing I learnt from Daddy was his integrity, commitment to excellence, courage, perseverance and sacrifice. Daddy is a tough person but through the process of the struggle, he took insults and was not annoyed for one day.

“I am happy you have seen the transformation in Ekiti in the last 30 years, yes, we have not reach the promise land but we have left Egypt, there is no doubt about that, individually we are developing, collectively we are developing and I am happy that by the grace of God and the benevolent of Ekiti people, I am in the saddle today”.     

Also in his remarks, the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele also celebrated the former committee chairman for his commitment to the development of Ekiti State, describing his 95th birthday as an opportunity to reflect on the founding figures whose efforts shaped state history.

The Senate Leader, who noted that Ekiti State had continued to make steady progress, maintained that the state had recorded remarkable improvement in various areas of development in recent years.

While explaining that Chief Deji Fasuan’s greatest joy shoud be the fact that the secretary of the State Creation Committee, Governor Oyebanji, is today the Governor of Ekiti State, Senator Bamidele said the Governor is implementing the ideals and aspiration they shared during the struggle for the creation of the state.

He maintained that Ekiti had witnessed tremendous development in the last four years, particularly through Oyebanji’s effort to bring the various leaders and stakeholders together, thereby achieving the aspiration of the founding fathers for a united Ekiti state.

Oyebanji’s second term will usher in greater devt , inauguration Committee declares

Oyebanji’s second term will usher in greater devt , inauguration Committee declares 

As preparations Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s second term inauguration commenced with the official release of programme of activities, the Planning Committee has highlighted remarkable achievements of the administration in the last four years. 

Reflecting on the achievements of the administration since it assumed office in October 2022, the chairman of the Second term inauguration committee, Mr Oyeniyi Adebayo, who spoke at a press conference in Ado Ekiti on Thursday, said Ekiti people has a lot to look out for as the second term administration would usher in greater development and at a faster pace. 

Adebayo who highlighted activities marking the inauguration, said the programme will be kickstarted with a Jumat Thanksgiving service at the Central Mosque, Ado Ekiti on Friday, October 2nd, while the inauguration ceremony would hold on October 16th.

Highlighting the infrastructure development of the administration, Adebayor, who is also the Chief of Staff to the Governor, noted that the completion of the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport, which commenced commercial flight operations in late 2025 has created opportunities for investment, tourism, trade, commerce and agricultural exports which has invariably boosted the economy of the state.

He also disclosed that the administration had completed and commissioned over 500 kilometres of inter-city and rural roads, with several other road projects currently at various stages of completion.

According to him, the administration had also provided electricity to parts of Aiyekire, Ekiti East Local Government Areas and the Ikogosi tourism belt, areas which, he said, had experienced prolonged lack of public electricity supply long before the advent of this administration.

On healthcare and education, the committee chairman said the administration had, as of 2026, renovated over 110 primary healthcare centres and all the general hospitals in the state, equipping them with modern facilities.

He added that the government had made significant investments in education, including the comprehensive renovation of 203 secondary schools, including three special schools and 950 primary schools across the state.

The committee disclosed further that the administration had also established nine ICT laboratories in selected secondary schools and technical colleges and constructed new primary schools under the Suburb Model School Project adding that Governor Oyebanji’s administration had continued to support students by paying WAEC examination fees to the tune of Two Billion, one hundred and fifty-eight million Naira (N2,158,000,000) to sixty-nine thousand (69,000) students as well as procurement of free JAMB forms to 12,400 students in four years.

While highlighting the administration’s youth-focused agricultural initiatives, the committee said over 5,000 youths have been engaged in commercial agriculture through the Bring Back the Youth into Agriculture initiative, with participants reportedly realising more than ₦1 billion in profits over the past one and a half years.

The administration, he said, had also disbursed N1.1 billion to 2,777 beneficiaries as credit and operational grants credit, N400million loan disbursed to 443 micro, small and medium-scale enterprises, provided ₦450 million in grants to 10 cooperatives involved in agro-processing and production, and facilitated free Corporate Affairs Commission registration for about 5,400 MSMEs.

Praising the Oyebanji administration on Fiscal responsibility, the chairman also drew attention to the robust fiscal management in the state, saying Ekiti had maintained a strong record of fiscal transparency and responsibility for over two years. He maintained that the state had been ranked first for nine consecutive quarters, from the second quarter of 2024 to the second quarter of 2026, in the State Fiscal Transparency League reports published by BudgIT Foundation.

Projecting into the second term tenure, the committee chairman said the theme of the inauguration, “The Good Work Continues,” reflected the administration’s intention to consolidate existing programmes while introducing further interventions aimed at strengthening the state’s economy and improving the welfare of citizens.

He said recent stakeholder engagements across the three senatorial districts, identified healthcare, electricity, roads, water supply, agriculture, human capital development and economic opportunities as areas requiring sustained consideration stressing that the major target is the expansion of rural road development, with a target of delivering up to 1,500 kilometres of roads through various interventions, including collaboration with development partners.

The chairman used the opportunity to commend the media for the symbiotic relationship with government as he described them as an important bridge between government and the people. He urged journalists to continue to provide accurate and professional coverage of the state’s activities as well as help citizens understand government policies, programmes and projects while providing broad coverage of the inauguration.

He assured the people that the administration would continue to engage stakeholders, improve service delivery and work towards ensuring that the impact of its shared prosperity agenda was felt across the state.

“As we begin preparations for the second term, the emphasis is on continuity and further development. The Governor has stated that the next phase will focus particularly on interventions that add value to the economy, improve productivity and respond to the needs and aspirations of our people. Recent engagements with stakeholders, including the just concluded Budget Tour of the three Senatorial Districts of the State have identified healthcare, electricity, roads, water supply, agriculture, human capital development and economic opportunities as areas requiring sustained attention. 

“The Governor has also stated that this consultative approach, which has been a hallmark of his administration during the first term, will continue through the second term. The Administration has also announced plans to expand rural road development, with a target of delivering up to 1,500 kilometres of roads through various interventions, including collaboration with development partners.” the committee chairman said.

"Gentlemen of the Press, I want to specially acknowledge your role in this process. The media is an important bridge between government and the people. Your responsibility goes beyond reporting events. It includes informing the public accurately and helping citizens understand government policies, programmes and projects.

In attendance at the news conference were other members of the planning committee. They include the Commissioner for Information, Chief Taiwo Olatunbosun, Secretary to the State Government, Prof Habibat Adubiaro, Head of Service, Dr Folakemi Olomojobi; Chairman APC, Mr Sola Elesin, Chairman ALGON, Hon Segun Ojo; Special Adviser (Media) to the Governor, Mr Yinka Oyebode, Director General , Bureau of Comminity Comminications, Mrs Mary Oso Omotoso; and Special Assistant on Political Matters, Mrs Toyin Adepoju, among other.

EKITI MOVES TO CUT TRANSPORT FARE BY 50 PERCENT, ROLLS OUT 15 CNG BUSES

EKITI MOVES TO CUT TRANSPORT FARE BY 50 PERCENT, ROLLS OUT 15 CNG BUSES 

….Gov thanks President Tinubu

Ekiti State government on Thursday commenced moves aimed at reducing transport fares by 50 percent across the State, with the deployment of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to cushion the effect of transportation cost on residents.

The State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, said the deployment of the CNG buses, which conicided with the Indeoendence Day and 30th anniversary celebrations, marked a major step in government’s move to reduce transport cost for the citizens in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu directives. 

He added that the state has commenced the process of cutting transport fare by 59 percent through the rollout of 15 CNG buses donated to the state by the Federal Government as part of efforts to promote affordable and accessible public transportation, adding that the State would expand the fleet of vehicles in order to serve the residents better. 

 Governor Oyebanji who was accompanied by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, at the official flag off of the vehicles at the premises of Ekiti State Transportation Agency in Ado Ekiti on Thursday, said government would continue to explore avenues to reduce the burden of the citizens. 

Speaking with journalists shortly after inspecting the fleet of vehicles, Governor Oyebanji expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the intervention, noting that the provision of the buses would contribute significantly to reducing the burden of transportation on the people. He added that the initiative demonstrates the commitment of both the state and federal government to improving the welfare of the people.

The Governor added that the CNG buses would provide a more affordable means of transpiration for residents across the state, urging the drivers union to ensure that the gains are transmitted to the commuters.

Governor Oyebanji who also inspected ongoing projects in different parts of the state after inspecting the CNG buses, hailed President Tinubu’s economic policies, which he said had allowed more recourses to carry our programme and projects that have direct impact on the people.

“No matter how visionary a leader is, if there are no resources to work with, it will just stay in the realm of a vision. But the President has been helping and supporting us not only Ekiti State but all the states in the country to translate our vision into action and impacts for the people.

“The President charged all state Governors that by October first, we should find a way of reducing transportation cost because most of the implications we are witnessing, transportation contributes a lot to it and what we have done today is just the pilot, 15 CNG buses which is going to be distributed to the unions and the agency will manage it. 

“My appeal is to the Unions, they should allow the gains to translate to the commuters because this will reduce transportation cost by 50 percent. 

Speaking on the deployment of the buses, the Director General of the Ekiti State Transportation Agency, Hon. Tajudeen Akingbolu, said routes had been mapped out for the CNG buses to operate from Ado Ekiti to Lagos, Ibadan, Onitsha and Abuja, adding that the initiative would provide residents with more affordable and reliable interstate transportation while reducing the burden of high transport fare.

OYEBANJI HAILS EKITI'S REMARKABLE STRIDES 30 YEARS AFTER STATE CREATION

OYEBANJI HAILS EKITI'S REMARKABLE STRIDES 30 YEARS AFTER STATE CREATION

...Pays Tributes to state creation heroes, former governors

...Says Ekiti will become Nigeria's Tech Hub in another 30 years

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has hailed the remarkable strides and progress the State has made 30 years after it was created by the administration of the late former military Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha.

Oyebanji in a statewide broadcast to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the State, said although the state encountered many challenges and unpleasant experiences within the period, its people has reasons to celebrate the three-decade milestone because of the remarkable progress recorded in all indices of development.

The Governor noted that despite being among the last set of states to be created in the country and receiving one of the lowest allocations from the Federation Account, "Ekiti leads its contemporary and many before it, including far richer states, in critical matrices of human development."

Ekiti State was created on October 1, 1996 by the late Gen. Abacha, during a broadcast to mark the nation's 36th independence anniversary alongside Bayelsa, Ebonyi, Gombe, Nasarawa, and Zamfara States which took the number of states in Nigeria from 30 to 36.

The feat was achieved after years of epic struggle by eminent citizens of the state among whom were traditional rulers, legal luminaries, politicians, senior bureaucrats, captains of industry and community leaders under the aegis of a body known as Committee for the Creation of Ekiti State.

Speaking during the broadcast, Oyebanji pointed out that many people did not give Ekiti a chance of being created as a state as it stood against "more formidable contenders from the Southwest geopolitical zone”, but the Governor ascribed glory to God for making the creation of the state possible against all odds.

According to him, the creation of the State 30 years ago and 120 years after the Kiriji War completed an epic struggle of independence started by Ekiti forbears in the liberation war of 1877 to 1893. He congratulated all Ekiti sons and daughters and all peoples from other parts of the world who have made Ekiti their home on the occasion of the 30th anniversary. 

The Governor paid tributes to members of the Committee for the Creation of Ekiti State led by their Chairman, Chief Oladeji Fasuan; legal icon, Aare Afe Babalola; Ewi of Ado Ekiti, Oba Adeyemo Adejugbe; other monarchs whom he described as “incubators of the state creation struggle” and lauded the patriotic sacrifices of heroes and heroines of the struggle who had joined their ancestors.

Oyebanji said it was heartwarming that as the then Secretary of the Committee for Ekiti State Creation, through the grace of God and the benevolence of Ekiti people, he is now in the saddle as Governor of the State, as the state turns thirty. describing the experience as "very humbling."

He equally paid glowing tributes to all his predecessors in office: Col. Inua Bawa, Navy Capt. Atanda Yusuf, Otunba Niyi Adebayo, Chief Ayo Fayose, Chief Segun Oni, Dr Kayode Fayemi and leaders who served during interregnums like Chief Friday Aderemi, Brig.-Gen. Tunji Olurin, Hon Tope Ademiluyi, Hon Tunji Odeyemi, all former Deputy Governors and all former heads of legislature and judiciary.

Oyebanji restated the commitment of his administration to the ideals of the founding fathers that inspired the creation of the state stressing that "the vision of the founding fathers was to have a State where Ekiti people can utilize their God given natural and human resources in the most efficient, effective and inclusive manner, for the prosperity of our people."

He pointed out that the state's founding fathers envisioned "an industrialized Ekiti, where private sector capital is at the centre of the economic nervous system of the state and where enterprise and productivity are the pillars of prosperity."

While unveiling the theme of the anniversary ‘Ekiti at 30; Celebrating the Past and Creating the Future,’ the governor disclosed that his administration has decided to use the 30th anniversary as the Launchpad for a 30-year Transformation Agenda.

The agenda, according to him, will make Ekiti a leading Centre of Agricultural Production and Agro-Processing, Innovation and Tech Development, Quality and functional Education, Research and Skills Development, Tourism, Culture and Creative Economy and Youth Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development. 

To achieve the vision, the Governor said a conversation with Ekiti Youths on October 7, 2026 at the Obafemi Awolowo Civic and Convention Centre, Ado Ekiti, will be staged with the intent to achieve three important things: to remember with gratitude, to assess the present with honesty, and to approach the future with confidence and determination.

He said: "Our agenda is therefore to work aggressively to ensure that the socio-economic infrastructures we have built in these thirty years lead to real economic growth that produces quality employment, crystallize productivity, support enterprise and enhance quality of life. 

"For example, the ongoing multi-billion naira Ekiti Knowledge Zone (EKZ) project is a technological park and economic ecosystem to support the innovative and creative ingenuity of our young population. 

"It is our dream that in another three decades, the tag of Ekiti as a ‘civil service’ state will have yielded to Ekiti as a Tech Hub in Nigeria’ and a major commercial centre for international trade and commerce. 

"This is our promise, and we are resolutely committed to it. The Special Agric Processing Zone (SAPZ) will also take off soon. These two projects, upon completion, will transform the economic outlook of the State and drive our government’s Shared Prosperity Agenda."

The Governor urged the people of the state to troop out en masse during the January 16, 2027 presidential election and use their votes to re-elect President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in appreciation of his benevolence, support, and favour Ekiti has enjoyed under his presidency since 2023.

GOV. OYEBANJI, OLUYEDE LEAD MEGA RALLY FOR PRESIDENT TINUBU’S RE-ELECTION

GOV. OYEBANJI, OLUYEDE LEAD MEGA RALLY FOR PRESIDENT TINUBU’S RE-ELECTION

….declare President Tinubu Sole Presidential Candidate in Ekiti 

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the recently concluded election, Dr. Wole Oluyede, on Tuesday intensified mobilisation for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election ahead of the January 2027 presidential election.

At a mega rally and endorsement walk which also marked the formal unveiling of the Oluyede Progressive Alliance for Renewed Hope Agenda (OPARMA), founded by the PDP governorship candidate, held at the Fajuyi pavilion, Ado Ekiti, the two leaders urged Ekiti people to mobilize support for the President, citing the gains of his economic polices, among other factors. 

The rally which attracted thousands of Oluyede’s supporters, political leaders, stakeholders and party chieftains from across the 16 local government areas of the state, was preceded by a walk Oluyede and his supporters from Ajilosun area of the state capital to the Fajuyi Pavilion. 

Addressing the ecstatic crowd of supporters at the rally, Governor Oyebanji, said that the gathering was a demonstration of the ability of Ekiti people to rise above partisan differences and unite when issues concerning the development and progress of the state were at stake. 

He added that re-electing President Tinubu is vital to sustaining stability and attracting further development to Ekiti State.

Describing President Tinubu as the only President who had demonstrated exceptional commitment to the development of the state, the Governor cited various interventions of the Federal Government in the last four years. He urged the people to reciprocate by voting massively for the President in the 2027 presidential election.

While explaining that Ekiti has over one million registered voters, the Governor expressed confidence that the state could deliver as many as 900,000 votes for the President in the 2027 presidential election, particularly with the President emerging as the sole presidential candidate being supported across the state.

Governor Oyebanji also expressed his appreciation to Dr Oluyede for prioritizing Ekiti development above partisan politics by supporting President Tinubu. He said their shared love for the development, peace and progress of the state remained the bond that united him and oluyede beyond political difference.

Explaining why re-electing the President is crucial to Ekiti development agenda, the Governor said “Ekiti will be 30 years in 2 days, what is happening today speaks to the aspiration of our founding fathers of the state, I was the secretary of that committee and in all our meetings, our fathers will say, we desire Ekiti where all of us will be one and nothing will divide us.

“ Let me explain to you why returning Asiwaju is so critical to us in Ekiti, Asiwaju’s victory is very important to us because in our 30 years of history, there is no President that has been so good to us like this President. In less than four years of his administration, we were able to complete Ado – Ifaki road, Ado Akure road has been completed, work is currently going on on Itaore-Aramoko-Ado road and Ado Ijan Ilumoba road.

“Dr Oluyede has said that we will give the President 900,000 votes and with what I am seeing here today and with what you can do, we should be able to give Asiwaju 900,000 votes because we only have two parties in this state, APC and PDP and we have all made up our mind that we are going to vote for Asiwaju”.

Earlier in his remarks, the PDP Chieftain and convener of the Oluyede Progressive Alliance for Renewed Hope Agenda (OPARHA), Dr Wole Oluyede, who explained that he remained a PDP member said his decision to work with Oyebanji in delivering landslide victory for President Tinubu is in the overall best interest of Ekiti State.

Acknowledging the leadership of Governor Oyebanji and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Oluyede said their commitment to the peace, stability and development of the state had provided a basis for the people across political divides to come together in the interest of the state.

He said his group would embark on an aggressive grassroots mobilization across the state, including house-to-house campaigns with a target of securing 90 percent of the votes in Ekiti for President Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.

He also pledged to work with the Governor in mobilizing support across the state, saying he was prepared to contribute to efforts that would deliver a landslide victory for the President.

Also in their remarks, a former Deputy Chairman of the PDP in the South-West, Chief Makanjuola Ogundipe, PDP Chieftans, Mrs Olayemi Adesoro and Chief Johnson Adekunle expressed support for the collaboration, citing Governor Oyebanji's inclusive governance and sterling performance for their decision.

GOVERNOR OYEBANJI DISSOLVES BOARDS, TERMINATES APPOINTMENT OF POLITICAL APPOINTEES

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GOVERNOR OYEBANJI DISSOLVES BOARDS, TERMINATES APPOINTMENT OF POLITICAL APPOINTEES 

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has approved the immediate dissolution of boards, commissions, and parastatals in the State, as well as the termination of appointment of all political appointees.

Those affected by the termination include Special Assistants, Senior Special Assistants, and Technical Assistants.

According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser (Media) to the Governor, Mr Yinka Oyebode, the decision became imperative in view of the gradual winding down of the Governor’s first term in office, ahead of the inauguration of his second term scheduled for October 16, 2026.

However, chairmen and members of statutory boards are not affected by the dissolution. These include the State Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC), Civil Service Commission, House of Assembly Service Commission, and Judicial Service Commission.

Similarly, the governing councils of all state-owned tertiary institutions remain intact, in line with earlier directives by the Governor.

The Chairmen of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Local Government Service Commission, and Teaching Service Commission are to remain in office, although their respective boards stand dissolved.

Also exempted from the termination of appointments are the Directors-General and Technical Advisors to the Governor.

Governor Oyebanji expressed appreciation to the affected appointees for their diverse contributions to the success of his administration and their service to the State. He wished them continued success in their future endeavours.

OLUYEDE HAILS GOV. OYEBANJI’S EFFORT AT BUILDING A GREATER EKITI

OLUYEDE HAILS GOV. OYEBANJI’S EFFORT AT BUILDING A GREATER EKITI

… As Gov. Says Collaboration With Oluyede in Ekiti's Interest 

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain and candidate of the party in the June 2026 governorship election, Dr Wole Oluyede, has commended Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his efforts towards building a greater Ekiti State, describing the Governor’s commitment to the development of the state as commendable and requiring the support of the citizens. 

Dr Oluyede gave the commendation on Friday when the Governor visited him at his residence in Ikere Ekiti shortly after attending the burial ceremony of late Senator Anthony Adeniyi, SAN. 

Speaking with Journalists shortly after the visit, Dr Oluyede, who contested the June 20 governorship election against Governor Oyebanji said the Governor’s efforts at advancing the state deserve commendation, particularly in the area of security, infrastructure and human capital development. 

He particularly lauded the Governor’s huge investment in the security sector, noting that the sustained commitment had contributed to the peace and security being enjoyed across the state.

Olueyede also hinted that the Governor’s visit also provided an opportunity to discuss ways of further strengthening security across the state and ensuring that the forthcoming general elections are conducted in a free, fair and credible manner.

The PDP chieftain also reiterated support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Oyebanji, saying he would collaborate with the Governor to ensure that Ekiti State delivers a landslide victory for the President in the January 2027 general election, so that the President and the Governor can continue their good works.

 He said “Myself and Governor Oyebanji have been friends for a long time, we were in the same party, we diverged but we stick together and the Governor is a fantastic gentle man, kind, generous and he’s working hard for a greater and more prosperous Ekiti.

“ I commended him about three days ago, he is working hard on security of the state, his investments in infrastructure is commendable and apart from that, our meeting today is to secure the state further, we want to have free, fair and credible general election. We are also working together to deliver a landslide victory for the President who is doing a fantastic job and the Governor is also doing a fantastic job in Ekiti”.

Also in his remarks, Governor Oyebanji said his collaboaration with Chief Wole Oluyede was in the best interest of Ekiti people, stressing that their shared commitment to the development of the state remained the driving force behind their engagement.

While thanking Oluyede for his good spirit and commitment to the development of the state, the Governor noted that whenever they met, their discussion were always centered on the progress and advancement of the state. 

Governor Oyebanji maintained that the desire to find lasting solutions to the challenges confronting the state was another factor that bonded them together, adding that their common interest was to work towards achieving sustainable development and improving the wellbeing of Ekiti people.

Speaking concerning his long standing relationship with Dr Oluyede, the Governor said “ People don’t know this, myself and Dr Oluyede have come a long way. Dr Oluwole is one of the most committed Ekiti indigenes I have ever met and he belongs to the progressive family, his father is the pillar of the progressive politics in Ikere Ekiti”.

“And I must thank him for his generosity of spirit, for his commitment to the development of Ekiti State, anytime I see Dr Oluyede, he is always talking about the development of the state and that is what binds us together, the spirit of developing the state, finding solution to all the problems and working together in maintaining peace in the state and I am sure in the next few days, Ekiti people will see the result of our collaboration."

We’ve been honest with Budget Implementation for Four Years- Oyebanji

We’ve been honest with Budget Implementation for Four Years- Oyebanji 

…. Says govt targets 1,500 km of roads to ease transportation 

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has declared that the excellent budget performances under his administration in the last four years remains a huge testimony to the fact he had kept faith with the people in the fulfilment of promises made to them during budget preparations.

Governor Oyebanji stated unequivocally that he had neither betrayed the people, nor took their needs for granted, considering the strategic ways he captured their requests during town hall meetings preceding annual budget preparations. 

Governor Oyebanji spoke on Thursday evening, during a Town Hall Meeting with stakeholders from Ekiti Central Senatorial District, as part of preparations for the 2027 Budget, held in Aramoko Ekiti, Ekiti West Local Government Area. 

Going down memory lane, Governor Oyebanji said besides budgetary provisions, he made some promises in 2022 during electioneering campaigns, adding he didn't renege on this social contract taking cognisance of the quantum of projects he had executed across the council areas. 

The Governor also assured the people that his administration will use its collaboration with the World Bank through the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) to deliver 1,500 kilometers of roads across the state to ease transportation challenges being faced by residents, with 235 kilometres expected to be covered under the third phase of RAAMP schedule to commence after the raining season. 

Bemoaning the burden of perennial flooding and gully erosion in Efon, Aramoko, and Ado Ekiti towns, the governor stated that his government had understudied the erosional occurrences pummeling the state, and now on the verge of mapping out strategy to tackle it headon.

Promising to improve medical facilities at the primary healthcare cadre, the Governor revealed that his government had renovated a total 110 health centres to buoy quality medicare to the people at the grassroots, promising to undertake more to reduce mortality and morbidity indices among the populace .

Expressing joy over the slump in the level of security threats in the state, Governor Oyebanji appreciated the traditional rulers for taking charge of the security situations through intelligence gathering and vigilance of their subjects to respond promptly to threatening and suspicions in their domains. 

"Go and check the records, I didn't betray the people's trust in the last four years. When I made promises, I would fulfil them. I did everything I promised. I am making some promises before you now, which I believe I will fulfil as long as I remain the governor of this state . 

"One thing I can say is that, we are together on this journey to make Ekiti great. I want to assure you that all your requests that will make lives better for you shall be done through direct response from the state or partnership. Some of the rural roads, which is now about 235 Kms were world bank projects that were done in partnership with the state government."

At the interactive session, the representatives of Ado, Ekiti west, Irepodun/Ifelodun, Ijero and 

Efon Local Governments, praised Governor Oyebanji for making Ekiti epicentre of development through prudent management of resources and running of inclusive governance that left no one behind in the scheme of things. 

Specifically, they saluted the governor for proper funding of the Local Council Development Areas that have brought development closer to the populace.

The representatives in their new requests made on behalf of their people, called for execution of more road connectivities, better electricity network , robust healthcare and ambulance services, erosion control, potable water supply, establishment of more public secondary schools in the 2027 budget to make lives meaningful for the citizens.

I ‘ll always respect Ekiti People as My Benevolent Employer, says Oyebanji

I ‘ll always respect Ekiti People as My Benevolent Employer, says Oyebanji 

...as PWDs hail gov's recruitment policy at town hall meeting 

As engagement with stakeholders entered the second day in preparation for the 2027 Budget in Ekiti State, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, has declared that he will continue to respect every Ekiti indigene, no matter the status, saying he considered the citizens as his employer who deserve attention at all times. 

The Governor commended the citizens for their sacrifices and support for his administration in the last four years, stressing that the landmark achievements of his administration were as a result of the support of the people. 

Governor Oyebanji stated these on Thursday, during the Town Hall Meeting with stakeholders from Ekiti South Senatorial District as part of preparations for the 2027 Budget, held in Igbara-Odo, Ekiti Southwest Local Government Area of the State. 

At the all-inclusive engagement, traditional rulers, community leaders, people living with disabilities and other stakeholders across the district, pledged stronger support for the Governor’s administration in his second term, which begins on October 16, 2026, to ensure speedy delivery of his shared prosperity agenda.

Speaking at the interactive session, Governor Oyebanji said his administration would reintroduce five kilometre roads execution across the local government areas as a way of boosting accessibility and economic development in the rural areas. 

The Governor also promised to fastrack action on the disbursement of funds to market men and women to power commerce and productivity, adding that human capital development will remain a top priority of his administration.

On the consistent agitations for more development in Ekiti East Local Government Area, Governor Oyebanji, alluded to the council as Ekiti's gateway to the Northern region and promised to devise ways of wooing private developers to boost development projects in the area. 

"I have absolute respect to Ekiti people and will never disrespect them. You put us in this job. You are our employer, your voices needed to be heard and listened to. So this engagement is not a waste of time. It is designed to get your input to the development agenda of the government through your involvement in budget preparation. 

"I have listened to you patiently. I agree with our communities that we need to intensify efforts and provide more electricity facilities , effective road connectivities and more educational facilities that improve the welfare and wellbeing of our people". 

Justifying the second term ambition of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Oyebanji boasted that those planning to rig the election and botch the reelection will fail in their evil plot, adding that Ekiti voters will stand by the President on account of his performance and the success of his economic policies.

"You have heard some people boasting that they will win the forthcoming election even without election. This is not going to work in this Tinubu's election. You saw what happened during our governorship election here in Ekiti. The election outcome would have been better, but the BVAS malfunctioned in some areas and some of our elderly people had to go back home after waiting for hours. 

"But in this coming presidential election, we are going to give double of what you gave to us to President Tinubu. I know that we can do it easily. 

"Let me say this emphatically, it is only him that can do this restructuring. He wouldn't have been able to do anything if he wants a second term at all costs, or if he is someone that is not strong willed. This is why he is being commended globally. Our people in Ekiti shouldn't disappoint him". 

Cataloguing the desires of their citizens, representatives of Ayekire Local Government and Onimesi of Imesi Ekiti, Oba Olatunji Olatunde, that of Ekiti Southwest Council, Chief Gbenga Agbona and Deacon Kayode Falola for Ekiti East, called for the revival of the five kilometre road projects to boost people's access, as well as uplift the aesthetic values of each town. 

To buffer flooding and associated disasters, they called on the government to expedite actions on erosion control in some towns in the area, while also help in extending electricity, healthcare facilities, educational utilities and siting of a higher institution in the zone to spur access to higher education.

In the same fashion, representative of Ikere Local Government and Sapetu of Ikere, Prof. Femi Babatola, that of Ise/Orun, Elder Tunji Falana, and Chief Abegunde Adedayo, who spoke on behalf of Emure council's budgetary needs, appealed for increased investments in power, road, health and education sectors, to open a vista of economic prosperity for the populace.

They appealed to government to focus copious attention on security development of the porous border posts , by engaging in consistent forest combing, to dislodge the criminal elements. 

Lauding Governor Oyebanji's recruitment policy, Mr. Damola Ogunleye, who spoke for the People Living With Disabilities, saluted the governor for ensuring that 5 percent of recent teacher’s recruitment were reserved for its members, as recommended by the Governor. He described this as a masterstroke that had helped in alleviating poverty and strengthen the doctrine of inclusivity. 

Revealing the government's efforts to entrench functional education in the system, the Education Commissioner, Dr. Olabimpe Aderiye, said the state now has a total of 958 primary and 200 secondary schools, with actions being taken to tackle dropout through free education and robust partnership with private institutions. 

Prominent personalities at the event were: the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye; Secretary to the State Government, Prof Habibat Adubiaro; Chief of Staff, Mr Oyeniyi Adebayo; Head of Service, Dr. Folakemi Olomojobi; members of the State Executive Council; local government chairmen; traditional rulers; political leaders; and representatives of various communities.

MY SECOND TERM PROJECTS ‘LL BOOST COMMERCE, PRODUCTIVITY , SAYS OYEBANJI AT TOWN HALL MEETING ON 2027 BUDGET

MY SECOND TERM PROJECTS ‘LL BOOST COMMERCE, PRODUCTIVITY , SAYS OYEBANJI AT TOWN HALL MEETING ON 2027 BUDGET

…Says Ekiti’ll take Tinubu’s re-election seriously

…As monarchs, youths pledge more support for governor

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has assured that projects to be executed in his second term will be deliberately targeted at boosting commerce, enhancing productivity and stimulating sustainable business growth, with a view to deepening value addition and positioning the state’s economy on a higher trajectory.

The Governor also declared that Ekiti State would take the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential poll very seriously, pledging intensified mobilisation to increase the President’s vote tally in the state.

Governor Oyebanji spoke on Wednesday during a Town Hall Meeting with stakeholders from Ekiti North Senatorial District as part of preparations for the 2027 Budget, held in Ifaki-Ekiti.

At the engagement, traditional rulers, community leaders, youth representatives and other stakeholders across the district pledged stronger support for the Governor’s administration in his second term, which begins on October 16, 2026, to enable the delivery of his shared prosperity agenda.

Reiterating his commitment to inclusive governance, the Governor said the consultative approach adopted by his administration would be strengthened in the second term to deepen public participation and reinforce unity across the state.

He emphasized that government investments would be strategically channelled into critical sectors such as healthcare, electricity, road infrastructure and water supply, noting that such interventions would improve living standards and drive economic productivity.

“In our second term, whatever we are going to do must add value, because resources are limited. There must be value addition. We must catalyse productivity and ensure our people are productive. It is only when there is value that artisans like welders and auto mechanics can thrive and become prosperous,” the Governor said.

On local economic development, Oyebanji noted that his administration had made efforts to expand electricity access to some communities, adding that progress had been constrained by existing legal frameworks that limit states to power generation without distribution authority.

He reaffirmed his belief in participatory governance, stressing that community inputs would guide project prioritisation.

“Governance is about the people. We are what we are today because of you. You gave us your mandate, and we must continue to seek your counsel in delivering good governance,” he added.

The Governor also commended traditional rulers for their support, particularly in intelligence gathering, which he said had contributed significantly to improved security in the state. He, however, urged continued vigilance among residents.

Speaking on the 2027 presidential election, Oyebanji called on Ekiti voters to reciprocate President Tinubu’s support for the state by delivering higher votes.

He cited key federal appointments and infrastructure interventions benefiting Ekiti, including the emergence of top-ranking public office holders from the state, as evidence of the President’s commitment.

“We must show appreciation. It will not be enough to repeat previous figures. We must do more in the next election,” he said.

On infrastructure, the Governor disclosed that ongoing collaboration with the Federal Government had facilitated the award of major road projects, including the Ado-Ijan-Ilumoba-Ikole and Ado-Aramoko-Ita-Ore roads, adding that other critical roads would be addressed subsequently.

Providing sectoral updates, the Commissioner for Health, Dr Oyebanji Filani, revealed that over 300 nurses and 1,500 health assistants had been recruited in the last four years, alongside significant upgrades of primary and secondary healthcare facilities. He added that three new general hospitals had been approved for Ipao, Ikogosi and Awo-Ekiti.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Infrastructure and Public Utilities, Prof Bolaji Aluko, disclosed that over 500 boreholes had been constructed across the state, with an additional 110 proposed to ensure equitable water distribution.

In their remarks, traditional rulers and community representatives from across Ekiti North Senatorial District commended the Governor for ongoing development efforts and outlined priority needs for the 2027 Budget, including roads, electricity, water supply, healthcare and security.

They particularly praised the completion of key road projects and recent security interventions, while appealing for accelerated attention to infrastructure deficits in their respective communities.

Speaking for Ikole Local Government, the Alaaye of Oke Ayedun, Oba Femi Aribisala, appealed to government to speedily intervene in the council in the area of road, water and electricity sectors, lamenting that lack of good road access and poor electricity supply were constituting impediments to the growth of local economy. 

Representatives of Moba Local Government and Obaleo of Erinmope, Oba Sunday Aniyi, that of Ido/Osi and Olojudo of Ido Ekiti, Oba Ayorinde Ilori-Faboro and that of Oye Local Government and Onisan of Isan Ekiti, Oba Gabriel Adejuwon, called for more attention on roads, electricity, security and water supply to enhance the welfare and well-being of the populace in the 2027 budget.

Dignitaries at the event included the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye; Secretary to the State Government, Prof Habibat Adubiaro; Chief of Staff, Mr Oyeniyi Adebayo; Head of Service, Dr Folakemi Olomojobi; members of the State Executive Council; local government chairmen; traditional rulers; political leaders; and representatives of various community groups.