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The Governing Council Chairman of the Ekiti State College of Technology, Ijero-Ekiti (EKSCOTECH), Dr. ‘Femi Thomas, has reaffirmed his commitment to driving progress in the institution. Appearing on an Ekiti Television Flagship programme, Daybreak Nigeria, Dr. Thomas assured prospective students that, studying at EKSCOTECH is affordable. The Ex Ekiti Health Commissioner highlighted measures so far implemented by the Governing Council to include; blocking financial leakages, introducing biometric clock-in systems, and installing CCTV cameras in exam halls. He announced plans to finalize a closed-user-group (CUG) arrangement for staff communication and noted achievements such as timely salary payments, ICT upgrades, and principal…

The Chairman of the Ekiti State Local Government Service Commission, Mr Samuel Abejide, has called on confidential secretaries and secretarial assistants across the state to strengthen their productivity through continuous learning, digital competence, and ethical professionalism. He made this call during the opening ceremony of a two-day Productivity Enhancement Seminar for Confidential Secretaries and Secretarial Assistants, held in Ado-Ekiti. Representing the Chairman , the commissioner in charge of the training and manpower development department Mr. Wole Olujobi described the workshop as timely and strategic, given the critical administrative roles played by the confidential secretaries in the effective functioning of the…

The Ekiti State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, (NSCDC) have rolled out the drums to celebrate this year’s International Civil Defense Organization day. The theme for this year’s celebration is ‘Managing Environmental Risks for a Resilient and Sustainable Future’ emphasizing the intersection of environmental, safety, disaster management and long-term sustainability as espoused by the Commandant General, Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi mni OFR. who earlier flagged off this year’s celebration at the national headquarters in Abuja. As part of activities to commemorate the day, a special jumat service was held at Ado Ekiti Central Mosque where prayers…

…SAYS ASSIGNMENT TO LIBERATE EKITI NORTH FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY 2, DIVINE Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Ekiti State, Dr. Ayodeji Ayodele Dada, has described Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election bid as a “divine assignment” and urged Ekiti citizens to rally behind him. In a statement signed by Dr. Dada and made available to the press through his campaign team noted that Governor Oyebanji’s leadership has been a blessing to Ekiti State, adding that the governor is the right man to take the state to the next level. Dada, who is seeking to represent Ekiti North Federal Constituency 2 in the…

As the wheels of time turn, and the tides of change sweep across Ekiti North Federal Constituency 2, it is time for us to reflect on the journey we have traversed and the path that lies ahead. As the race for the 2027 National Assembly elections is gearing up, We stand at the threshold of a new dawn, a new era of possibilities, and a new chapter in the annals of our great constituency. Good people of Ido Osi, Ilejemeje and Moba local government Areas of our dear State. l, Dr. Ayodeji Ayodele Dada, an House of Representatives aspirant, come…

The Ekiti State Local Government Service Commission Secretariat in Ado Ekiti on Thursday witnessed usual crowd who all came to celebrate the first female Permanent Secretary in the commission, Mrs Titilayo Toba-Ojo. It was indeed a payback time as workers, friends and well wishers rolled out the drums to welcome the retiring Permanent Secretary, Mrs Toba-Ojo on alighting from her vehicle at the entrance of the secretariat. The atmosphere was charged with emotion as guests took turn to shower encomium on the celebrant, and described as a rare gem. The commissioner for information, Chief Taiwo Olatunbosun, his counterpart from Local…

Adarabierin emerges Inland club President.Mr Asipa Ayodeji Adarabierin has emerged the President of the foremost club in Ado Ekiti, Inland club, with eighty two votes beating his closest rival Dr Olusiji Makinde who got twenty two votes. In an election keenly contested at the premises of the club in Ado Ekiti, the third contestant to the seat of the President, Prof Ayantunji Adeleke scored fifteen votes. Dr Gbenga Owolabi was elected Vice President with 81 votes, while his co-contender Mr Dipo Akinwunmi scored 37 votes. Other contestants who were returned unopposed are: Mr. Toyin Fadahunsi – General Secretary. Hon. Bunmi…

Encomium flows, as Permanent Secretary Ekiti LGSC, Toba-Ojo retiresThe Chairman, Ekiti State Local government service commission, Mr Samuel Abejide has described the outgoing permanent secretary of the Commission, Mrs Titilayo Toba-Ojo as an astute administrator who has made impact in the history of the commission. The chairman made the remark at a plenary meeting of the Commission held in honour of the Permanent Secretary, Mrs Toba-Ojo Mr. Abejide said the meeting was conveyed not only to acknowledge the retirement of the Permanent Secretary but also to reflect on the progress of the Commission. He thanked Mrs Toba-Ojo for her numerous…

Parents, teachers and other key stakeholders in the education sector have been charged to work together to combat examination malpractice and uphold quality education. The National President of the Ifaki Grammar School Old Students Association, IGSOSA, Mr Kunle Olofintuyi, gave the charge during a courtesy visit to the Principal of the School, in Ifaki-Ekiti, Mr Olofintuyi, who led members of the newly inaugurated National Executive of IGSOSA on the visit, decried the high rate of examination malpractice in Nigeria’s education system. The former General Manager of the Ekiti State Emergency Management Agency said old students must play a vital role…

…calls for continued support for Governor Oyebanji. The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Tax and Revenue Matters, Hon.Ayodeji Adarabierin has donated food items, beverages, and cash to Muslims and Christians in Ado Ekiti as they observe Ramadan and Lent. The donation, made on Monday, according to Hon. Adarabierin was aimed at promoting interfaith harmony and supporting adherents of both faiths during their respective periods of fasting and spiritual reflection. The Convener of Asipa Political Family emphasized the importance of tolerance, understanding, and peaceful coexistence, highlighting the shared values of compassion, self-discipline, and generosity that underpin both Ramadan…