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The Ikole Local Government has again begun sales of Cocoa and Oil palm seedlings, at subsidized rate to interested members of the public. The chairman of the council, Hon Bayo Omojola who gave the indication, during the flag off the cocoa sales and farmers empowerment in Ikole Ekiti said the move will further boost agricultural production particularly on Oil palm farming in the area. The farmers were empowered with sprayer machines, herbicides, Cutlasses, maize seedlings, rain boots, while some aged received cash gifts. Hon Omojola who identified oil palm as one of the economical and valuable crops in Nigeria, said…

The Chairman of Aiyekire Local Government Hon. Adeoye Davies Adeyemo has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to staff welfare and entitlements. The council chairman gave the assurance during a pen-down ceremony organized for two Senior Directors held at the Council Secretary in Ode Ekiti. They are Director of Agricultural and Natural Resources Mr Samuel Egunlusi and Health Secretary to the Local Government Mrs Grace Adeola – Johnson who both retired after thirty five years of meritorious service. While acknowledging the senior officers for dedicating 35 years of their active lives to public service, Hon. Adeyemo advised the retirees to enjoy their…

The Alararomi of Araromi-Ekiti in Ijero local Government, Oba Babalola Adebomi Babatunde has conferred the chieftaincy titles of Aare Bobagunwa and Yeye Aare Bobagunwa of Araromi-Ekiti on Mr Akinmakinde Owoseni and his wife. The conferment of the chieftaincy title took place at the ancient palace of Alararomi. Oba Babalola decorated the newly installed chiefs and subsequently presented them with the paraphernalia of office. We don’t just confer chieftaincy titles lightly or without merit. Mr & Mrs Owoseni’s impressive track records clearly justifies the honor, moreover, recognizing individuals who have distinguished themselves in their chosen professions and made significant contributions to…

The Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has approved the appointment of two new Tutors-General to fill the existing vacancies in the Administration of Public Secondary Schools in the State. A statement from the office of the Permanent Secretary, Teaching Service Commission, Mr Michael Boluwade made available to newsmen in Ado-Ekiti disclosed that the new Tutors-Generals , Mrs Ajayi Stella Adekemi and Mrs Adesuyi Temitope Bukola, were appointed to fill the vacancies created by the voluntary retirement of Mrs Adesola Ogunkorode and Mrs Arike Aladesanmi, Tutors-General for Ekiti North and Central respectively after they attained the mandatory retirement age of…

….inaugurates Imesi Customary Court. The President Ekiti State Customary Court of Appeal, Justice Monisola Abodunde has re-emphasised the significance of grassroot justice dispensation, calling on Ekiti communities to expedite action on building or renovation of their Customary Courts. Abodunde gave the charge when she inaugurated a Customary Court in Imesi Ekiti. She explained that the Customary Court remains essential to justice because of its proximity to the citizens. Justice Abodunde listed cases handled by Customary Courts to include; succession and inheritance under customary law, land and boundary disputes, rent, dissolution of customary marriages and related matrimonial issues, debt recovery, customary…

The First Lady of Ekiti State, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, has celebrated the birthday of her predecessor, Her Excellency Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi, describing her as a steadfast advocate for justice and a champion of women’s rights. In a heartfelt congratulatory message, Dr. Oyebanji praised Erelu Fayemi—wife of former Governor Dr. Kayode Fayemi—for her unwavering dedication to empowering women, uplifting the underprivileged, and shaping progressive policies that have left a lasting impact on Ekiti State and beyond. “Erelu Bisi Fayemi is a rare gem whose influence continues to inspire and transform lives,” Dr. Oyebanji stated. “Her tireless efforts toward promoting gender equality…

By Agbowo Emmanuel Ise Orun Local Government area of Ekiti State is set to rehabilitate 33kva substation network in the community, desilt drains and culverts as well as procure office and Medical equipment for the use of the people. To this end, a tender board has been held in the council where bidders vied for the contracts which included, dredging of waterways, and construction of 65 meters of reinforced concrete line drainage among others. BSES reporter Agbowo Emmanuel said the Council Chairman Hon. Ayodele Bamikole, who congratulated the bidders assured them that the best contractor would be awarded the projects…

An Ekiti State Chief Magistrate Court in Ado Ekiti has sentenced one Adeoti Moradeke to three years imprisonment with hard labour, for careless attitude and violating Ekiti State government’s directive on child abuse. The 33 year old Adeoti Moradeke was arraigned before Magistrate Olatomiwa Daramola on 29/11/2024 on one count charge bordering on unlawfully engaging an eleven year old, Adeoti Oyindamola, in hawking of goods and child abuse. The charge reads that the defendant on 22nd November, 2024 at Ado Ekiti within the jurisdiction of the honorable court did unlawfully engaging an 11 year old girl in hawking of goods…

Four distinguished individuals who have excelled in their respective professions and made significant contributions to the betterment of humanity will be honored by the Alararomi of Araromi-Ekiti in Ijero local government area, Oba Babalola Adebomi Babatunde. According to a press statement signed by the traditional ruler, Chief Gabriel Olusola Ajayi will become the Asiwaju of Araromi-Ekiti and Mrs Adejoke Islamiat Olatunji will be installed Erelu Atuase of Araromi-Ekiti, while Mr Akinmakinde Owoseni and his wife will be honored with the chieftaincy tittles of Aare Bobagunwa and Yeye Aare Bobagunwa of Araromi-Ekiti respectively. Oba Babalola noted that the Alararomi in…

The President of the Dangote Group and founder of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Aliko Dangote, says there will be an announcement of what he calls a major ‘shakedown’ in the entire country soon. Dangote said this was not about price reduction, but the complete overhaul of the downstream sector. He stated this in an interview with newsmen following the recent visit of President Bola Tinubu to the $20bn refinery in Lekki, Lagos. Asked to mention the ‘big thing’ he had in store for Nigerians with the refinery, Dangote replied, “Now that the President has visited and he has…