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As the Muslim community celebrates Eid-el-Fitr, the chairman, Ekiti State Local government service commission, Mr Samuel Abejide has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Ekiti State and beyond. The celebration marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, a period of spiritual reflection and renewal. In his message, Mr Abejide prayed for peace, progress, and prosperity for Ekiti State and Nigeria as a whole. He emphasized the importance of tolerance, understanding, and unity among people of different faiths and backgrounds. “As you celebrate with family, friends and loved ones,may this spiritual exercise brings you abundant blessings, good health and…

A politician and philanthropist, Tolu Roland Olanrewaju, has brought relief to parents and students of Davies Academy, Ifaki-Ekiti through a series of educational support initiatives. The intervention, which took place within the school compound, saw Mr Olanrewaju pay the school fees of some students, settle the National Examinations Council, NECO registration fees for candidates, and provide shoes for some of the learners who were in need. Addressing the students, Mr Olanrewaju, who is also a landlord in Olorunsogo Estate where the school is situated, said his motivation was rooted in a passion to give back to his community and contribute…

The National President of the Ifaki Grammar School Old Students Association, IGSOSA, Mr. Kunle Olofintuyi, has urged alumni to intensify support for their alma mater as it prepares for its 70th anniversary come January, next year Mr. Olofintuyi made the appeal during a familiarization visit to prominent members of the Association, including Architect Dipo Ajayi at his Ilupeju-Ekiti residence and the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Science, FUTES, Iyin-Ekiti, Professor Gbenga Aribisala. Highlighting the school’s pressing needs, Olofintuyi listed the absence of an access road, a computer-based test centre, a modern library, and electricity supply…

In a significant development in Ekiti State politics, Chief Oluyemi Esan, Board Chairman of Ekiti State Road Maintenance Agency, has formally declared his interest in contesting the House of Representatives seat for Ado/Irepodun-Ifelodun Federal Constituency in the 2027 National Assembly elections. Addressing a gathering of ward chairmen from Ado Constituency 1, Esan, who is from the constituency, expressed his determination to run, citing the constituency’s denial for the past three dispensations as a major motivator. “It’s an injustice to Ado constituency 1,” Esan expressed his resolve to break the jinx and bring development to the Federal constituency. This is the…

By Olupitan B.Adebayo, HND, Bsc, Msc Finance ,Unilag When Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office as Nigeria’s president in May 2023, the country’s oil sector was facing multiple challenges. Production levels were unstable, oil theft was widespread, revenues were inconsistent, and Nigeria—despite being a major crude producer—was still heavily dependent on imported refined petroleum products. Less than two years later, significant policy decisions and structural reforms are beginning to change the narrative. The oil sector is gradually stabilizing, revenues are improving, and long-term strategies are being implemented to position Nigeria as a stronger energy power. Rising Oil Production and Improved Security…

The Chairman of the Ekiti State Local Government Service Commission, Mr Samuel Abejide, has urged auditors and finance officers in the local government system to strengthen their digital competence to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability in public service. He gave the charge while delivering his address at the opening ceremony of a two-day workshop on “Basic Computer Operations and Audit Applications in the Local Government,” held at Ado. Representing the chairman, the commissioner in charge of the training and manpower development department noted that in today’s digital age, the use of computers has become indispensable in public administration, particularly in…

The Ilupeju in ifeloju Local council development area of Ekiti State has handed over three buildings to the management of the Federal University Oye‑Ekiti to serve as the temporary campus for the institution’s School of Nursing Science. The buildings, located close to the Apeju’s palace, consist of two lecture halls and an administrative block and will serve as the centre for academic and administrative activities of the university’s Institute of Nursing Science. The National president of Ilupeju Development Association, IDA, Elder Banji Ogungbemi who was represented by a community leader and former president of the Association, Dr Femi Babalola explained…

…Seeks Maximum Support for Governor Oyebanji’s Re-Election Bearly hours after being affirmed as the consensus candidate of the All Progressives Congress by the party leadership, Hon.Adarabierin has kicked off a thank you tour of all wards in Ado Constituency I, expressing his gratitude to party faithful and supporters for their role in his emergence as the party’s consensus candidate. The tour, which covered all the seven wards in the Constituency also gave the Consensus candidate the opportunity to brief them on his plans and vision for the constituency. The Director General, Asipa Political Family Hon Talabi Musa and the Coordinator,…

…Promises Quality Representation, Open Door Policy. In line with the All Progressives Congress constitution and the new electoral guidelines the APC leadership in Ado Ekiti has affirmed the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Tax and Revenue Matters, Hon. Ayodeji Adarabierin as its candidate for Ado Constituency I The affirmation according to the Party Chairman Hon. Mike Akinleye at the party office, Odo Ado in Ado Ekiti during a meeting of party leaders, noted that Hon. Adarabierin was a product of the consensus by all the ward Chairmen in his Constituency. “As the party Chairman, I’m confident that…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders in Ado Ekiti have officially endorsed Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s aide, Mr Ayodeji Adarabierin and Deputy Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Mrs Bolaji Olagbaju as its consensus candidates for Ado Constituency I and II, respectively ahead of the 2027 Ekiti State House of Assembly election. The affirmation was made at the APC Party office in Ado Ekiti, where party leaders and members gathered to ratify the decision. Party Chairman in Ado Ekiti, Hon. Mike Akinleye, said the duo were chosen for their exceptional qualities and ability to deliver robust representation to the…