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The Chairman of Kajola Local Councilor Development Area Hon. Ajayi Ojo Adebayo has been honoured as a Cultural Ambassador by the Olu of Araromi Gbede Kingdom Oba Michael Eniayekan. The Colourful Ceremony held at Araromi Gbede in Kogi State was well attended and attracted high turnout of dignitaries from within and outside state. The investiture of Hon. Adebayo as cultural ambassador was in recognition of his steadfast commitment to preserving the nation’s cultural identity, promoting unity, and advancing cultural diplomacy both at home and around the world. Speaking during the investiture, the Olu of Araromi Gbede Kingdom Oba Eniayekan said…

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ekiti State Command has arrested and arraigned one Abigail Brains Timothy for obtaining money under false pretence. In a statement by the PRO of the command, SC Afolabi Tolulope on the 25th of May, 2025, operatives of the Command, acting on a formal complaint and diligent intelligence gathering, arrested the suspect, Abigail Brains Timothy, in Benin after rogorous manhunt on her, having fled from Lagos and later to Benin Edo state where she was tracked and arrested. She was apprehended following allegations of defrauding one Pastor Adewusi Tibatope Samuel and other victims…

The people of Araromi Ekiti in Ijero Local Government Area of Ekiti State have distanced themselves from the recent media remarks made by one Mr. Gabriel Olusola Aina concerning the ongoing court case involving the monarch of the community, Oba Babalola Adebomi, the Alararomi of Araromi Ekiti. In a statement issued by the President of Araromi Progressive Union, Mr.Thaddeus Agboola, stated clearly that Mr. Aina’s comments do not reflect the collective position of the people of Araromi Ekiti. “Mr. Aina spoke in his personal capacity and not on behalf of our people,” Mr. Agboola said. “His views are not a…

Hundreds of residents from constituency one in Ado Ekiti have benefited from the latest empowerment programme of their lawmaker, Mr. Ayo Adegbite. The beneficiaries received laptops, sprayers, hair dryers, sewing machines, and cash gifts, among others. The event, held at the Fajuyi Hall in Ado Ekiti, saw constituents gather to receive the empowerment items from Mr. Adegbite, who has consistently delivered on his promise to support their welfare. Beneficiaries praised Mr. Adegbite’s performance, saying the items will improve their productivity. Some beneficiaries, including Miss Akinyede Oluwanifemi and Mr. Omotoyinbo Marvelous who received laptops, expressed gratitude, and noted that the devices…

The Chairman, Ekiti State Boundary Commission, Hon, Kayode Olaosebikan has reaffirmed his loyalty to the state governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji. Hon Olaosebikan who was reacting to insinuation that he was involved in anti-Oyebanji’s campaign, described it as false and misleading. Hear him. I, Hon. Surv. Kayode Olaosebikan, Chairman, Ekiti State Boundary Commission, has been made aware of malicious reports and insinuations attempting to associate my name with anti-Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) campaigns. I want to categorically state that the claims are entirely false and misleading. I remain solidly and unwaveringly committed to Governor Oyebanji’s leadership and vision for Ekiti…

The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London. Meanwhile, President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences. President Tinubu has also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria. Former President Buhari was twice elected Nigeria’s President in 2015 and 2023. He also served as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985. President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff…

The Group Managing Director of the Jagz Africa/Jagz Hotels Ibadan, Mr Lugard Agbomoagan, has said that the company remained committed to maintaining the highest standards of hospitality while also celebrating the authentic character that makes Ibadan special. Mr Agbomoagan gave the indication when he delivered a Goodwill message at the 7th anniversary of the Justice Aderemi Annual lecture series (jaals)held at Are Afe Babalola Bar Center, in Ibadan. He expressed that the Jagz Hotel partnered the Jaals foundation and sponsored the conference because of its believe that when influence and authority are properly distributed among the tiers of government, global…

In an effort to promote African Art and Culture, the Jagz Hotel Ibadan, Oyo State capital has organised the first of its kind Arts Exhibition where various Artists converged to showcase their works. Various Artistics works including that of the renowned Tunde Odunlade Arts and culture connection and artcolony gallery among others were on display for arts enthusiasts. The art exhibition which was themed “Roots and Resonance, Artists and their Arts ” speaks of the importance of one’s historical identity, as it reflects both personal and collective narratives. The exhibition documents history, culture and tradition. It also seeks to inform…

As a way of containing the effects of flooding,the Ekiti state government is to spend more than one hundred and ninety five million naira to clear blocked drains and culverts in five local government areas of the state. They are,Ado,Ikere,Irelodun/Ifelodun,Ekiti West and ,Moba. The decision was part of the resolutions at the state executive council meeting held in Ado Ekiti. The job to be executed within six months by the state environmental protection and watershed management agency through direct labour was in line with the intention of the government to continue mitigating ecological challenges. The government also approved more than…

Ekiti State House of Assembly has screened and confirmed the appointment of Justice Lekan Ogunmoye as the substantive Chief Judge of the state. The confirmation was made known at the plenary presided over by the Speaker , Mr Adeoye Aribasoye at the Assembly complex in Ado. BSES Reporter Bukola Adebukola said Justice Ogunmoye was accompanied to the Assembly by the State Commissioner for Justice, Mr Dayo Apata, retinue of Justices and judiciary workers to appear before the lawmakers . The Speaker had earlier read the letter from governor Biodun Oyebanji requesting for the screening and confirmation of Acting Chief Judge…