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By Bukola Adebukola As part of activities to mark his Diamond Jubilee, the lawmaker representing Irepodun/Ifelodun Constituency 2 at Ekiti State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Hakeem Jamiu has organized a free health programme for constituents at Igbemo Ekiti. The event, held at his situation office recorded a large turnout. Rt. Hon Jamiu who was a Deputy Speaker during the 6th Assembly said the programme which was not first of its kind was to give back to his people, particularly on the occasion of his 60th birthday. He noted the regular outreach was to also improve residents’ health and…

…As CAPPA organises youth bootcamp for food justice ‎Government at all levels have been charged to prioritize healthcare of citizens by looking in to what they consume, to reduce the high rate of non communicable diseases in the country. ‎The Dean, University of Lagos Faculty of Social Sciences, Prof Adelaja Odukoya made the call during his address at the youth bootcamp for food justice organized by Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa CAPPA for selected youths across the country in ikogosi Ekiti ‎Prof Odukoya said it was incumbent on the government to protect the people from unhealthy foods and…

In furtherance of our civic responsibility and democratic engagement, the Ekiti State University (EKSU) Alumni Solidarity Group for Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) hereby announces the commencement of a structured mobilisation programme for the ongoing Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Voter Registration Exercise across Ekiti State. This initiative, as directed by the Director-General, Engr. Dipo Bamisaye, highlights the critical role of alumni associations as civic actors in advancing participatory democracy and strengthening electoral legitimacy. By systematically engaging our members, we aim to foster inclusiveness, consolidate democratic ideals, and contribute to the sustainable development of governance in Ekiti State. Accordingly, all…

The Ekiti State Local Government Service Commission has taken a significant step towards building the capacity of its staff to address the challenges of climate change. To this end, a two-day workshop on “Effect of Climate Change on Agricultural Production and the Environmental Effects on Human Beings” was recently held in Ado Ekiti.. The chairman of the Commission, Mr. Samuel Adewumi Ajibade, who was represented by the Commissioner for Information and Training, Mr. Wole Olujobi, emphasised the importance of equipping local government staff with the knowledge and skills needed to mitigate the impacts of climate change. He noted that climate…

The Chairman Ekiti State Local Government Service Commission, Mr Samuel Abejide, says effective procurement and efficient inventory management are vital to the success and sustainability in the running of local government system. Mr. Abejide, who was represented by a commissioner in the commission, Mr Wole Olujobi, made the remark when he declared open a two-day workshop on “Advanced Procurement and Inventory Management”, in Ado-Ekiti. He explained that the workshop is aimed at equipping participants with advanced skills and knowledge to streamline procurement processes, minimize wastage, and optimize inventory levels. The chairman emphasized that adopting advanced strategies and technologies is essential…

….says festival not idolatry The Senior Special Assistant to the Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji on Tax and Revenue Matters, Hon. Ayodeji Adarabierin has extended congratulations to the Ewi of Ado Ekiti, Oba Rufus Adeyemo Adejugbe and the Eyesorun Olori Bosede Adejugbe as Ado marks the 2025 Udiroko Festival in Ekiti State. According to the Ado Ekiti born political juggernaut, the cultural event, which is also known as “Odun Olorunborun” is not Idolatry but a period set aside to give thanks to their creator and pray for the indigenes of the town, Ekiti State, and Nigeria in general. Adarabierin says…

…Seeks Greater Investment in Health Sector The Country Director for Rotary’s Reproductive, Maternal, and Child Health (RMCH) programme Prof. Emmanuel Lufadeju, has advocated the need for journalists to intensify coverage of maternal and newborn health, to further reduce the alarming maternal mortality rates in the country. Prof.Lufadeju, made the call in Ado -Ekiti during a two day training workshops for some selected journalists the state. He explained that the Rotary Action Group for Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health (Rotary RMCH) was conducting the training to sensitize journalists on the need to engage the communities on a critical issue that affects…

The Chairman of the Ekiti State Local Government Service Commission, Mr. Samuel Adewumi Ajibade, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to strengthening administrative efficiency through continuous training and retraining of its workforce. Abejide gave the indication while declaring open a two-day workshop on Effective Management Skills for Confidential Secretaries, Secretarial Assistants, and Data Analysts in Ado. The chairman who was represented by the Commissioner in charge of Information and Civic Orientation, Training, and Manpower Development Department, Mr. Wole Olujobi, described the initiative as a strategic step in enhancing the productivity of key administrative cadres within the local government service. He noted…

In a bid to boost water supply in Ado Ekiti metropolis, the Chairman, Ado Central Local Council Development Area, Engr Toyin Ojo, has inaugurated three multimillion naira worth of modern Solar powered boreholes for the use of the residents. The Chairman, while speaking at the ceremony, held in Ado Ekiti, on Wednesday, appealed to the people of the area to ensure proper maintenance of the public boreholes in their domain. Ojo said the programme was conceptualised to address perennial water shortage in the metropolis and the consequential health hazards on the populace. The boreholes inaugurated by the council boss included…

An Ekiti State Chief Magistrate Court, Ado Ekiti District, has ordered the remand of a 34-year-old lady, Deborah Ayeni, at the correctional centre in Ado Ekiti over alleged stealing of a three day-old baby at a health centre in the state capital city. The prosecutor, Inspector Akinwale Oriyomi, told the court on Wednesday that “the defendant was alleged to have committed the offence which attracted public sympathy and interest as a result of the prevalence case of child stealing in Ekiti State and reported on August 4, 2025, against her.” Oriyomi said, “The offence is punishable under Section 292 of…