…people with practical skills for the future economy. The commendation came as Governor Biodun Oyebanji said Ekiti must move beyond prolonged analysis of its opportunities and translate its potential into tangible prosperity, with innovation, productivity and technology playing greater roles in the state's development.…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has approved the immediate dissolution of boards, commissions and parastatals in the state and terminated the appointments of all political appointees. Those affected by the termination include Special Assistants, Senior Special Assistants and Technical Assistants. The decision wa…

By Rotimi Ojomoyela Ado-Ekiti — Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has formulated six issues for determination before the Election Petition Tribunal hearing petitions arising from the June 20, 2026 governorship election in the state. The governor’s issues for determination were contained in papers filed by his lega…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has said he always looks to God for divine guidance in the leadership of the state towards achieving peace and economic prosperity. Oyebanji said his vision to make Ekiti a land of prosperity had been largely pursued through adherence to the principles of honesty and transparency,…

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, on Tuesday approved the appointment of Mrs Titilayo Olayinka as the new Accountant General of the state. The Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Yinka Oyebode, said in a statement in Ado Ekiti that the appointment, which took effect immediately, came barely 24 hours after…

…Aladejare, has announced the conferment of chieftaincy titles on Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, and Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele. Oba Aladejare, who spoke at Efon Alaaye on Saturday during the grand finale of the 43rd Efon Alaaye Day, said Oyebanji and Bamidele were honoured in appreciation of their contribu…

PDP governorship candidate Dr Wole Oluyede visited Governor Biodun Oyebanji in Lagos on Thursday to discuss unity and the future of Ekiti StateOluyede pledged to personally lead grassroots campaigns across all 16 local government areas in Ekiti to deliver votes for President Tinubu in 2027The meeting was described as a…

…his camp has gone to court to compel its inclusion. He is running against the incumbent, Biodun Oyebanji of the APC, who is seeking a second term. Isaac said the associate had since distanced himself from him. “They were calling me, ‘Oga is here, Oga wants to talk.’ Oluyede has not come to greet me since that time. He…

GistReel An old video of Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji criticising the performance of his political appointees on social media has resurfaced online. The video has re-emerged as political activities and discussions ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections continue to gather momentum. In the footage, Oyebanji ex…

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — Governors Abiodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State and Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State on Friday met with former Osun State Deputy Governor, Senator Iyiola Omisore, as part of last-minute consultations ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State. The meeting was disclosed in a statement by th…

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has named some newly constructed government buildings after former governors of the state in recognition of their contributions to the development of the state. The former governors honoured with the gesture are Ayodele Fayose, Segun Oni and Kayode Fayemi. The Special Adviser t…

…Congress in Ekiti State has hailed the Supreme Court judgment affirming Governor Biodun Oyebanji as the valid APC candidate for the June 20 governorship election. The party, describing the apex court verdict as a victory for internal democracy, the rule of law and the collective will of APC members in Ekiti State, call…

…See the video of the moment on X here: Biodun Oyebanjo and Afe BabalolaIn late 2023, Biodun Oyebanji, the governor of Ekiti state, sparked reactions from Nigerians on social media over viral pictures of him prostrating before an elder statesman, Afe Babalola.Afe Babalola is a Nigerian octogenarian, veteran lawyer, educ…

The kidnap victims were rescued on Friday after 67 days in captivity.

By Rotimi Ojomoyela ADO-EKITI - Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Sunday visited victims of the recent kidnapping incident in Eda-Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area, who are receiving treatment at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti. Expressing gratitude over their safe release,…

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Sunday visited the victims of the Eda Oniyo kidnapping at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado Ekiti, where they are receiving medical attention following their release from captivity after about 66 days. The victims, comprising women and children, regained their fre…

The Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, following the release of the Eda Oniyo kidnap victims, has directed the management of the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti, to provide comprehensive medical screening and treatment for the victims. The governor, according to a statement in Ado Ekiti by th…

…that the Ekiti project succeeds. Once again, congratulations, Your Excellency, Governor Biodun Oyebanji. May God grant you wisdom, strength, and good health as you pilot the affairs of the state. With Governor Biodun Oyebanji, Ekiti is poised for greater heights."

…Electoral Commission, INEC, security agencies, voters, and Ekiti State Governor Abiodun Oyebanji following the conduct of the 2026 governorship election in the state. In a statement issued on Monday by the British High Commission in Abuja, the UK commended Ekiti voters for participating in the June 20 election and exer…

…Rivers states. This was as winner of the governorship election in Ekiti State, Governor Biodun Oyebanji ofa APC promised to "work harder and smarter" to serve the people after his landslide victory. Oyebanji polled 319,224 votes to defeat Peoples Democratic Party's, PDP's Dr Wole Oluyede, who scored 40,543 votes. ADC's…

…(APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has said the victory of Governor Biodun Oyebanji and the people of Ekiti State in Saturday's governorship election will be replicated in Osun on August 15. Speaking with journalists on Sunday in Osogbo, Oyintiloye described Oyebanji's victory as "well deserved." He said…

…Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has congratulated Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji on his victory in the state governorship election. In a statement issued on Sunday, Kalu described the outcome of the poll as a clear indication of the confidence, trust and overwhelming support Oyebanji enjoys among…

…Ojomoyela, Ado Ekiti The Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) has congratulated Governor Biodun Oyebanji on his victory in the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election, describing the outcome as a strong endorsement of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its governance agenda. Oyebanji was declared winner of Saturday's…

Mr Oyebanji defeated 13 others to emerge victorious in Saturday's off-cycle governorship election.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA - The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Governor Biodun Oyebanji on his re-election as Governor of Ekiti State, describing his victory as "historic" and "epic." In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the party said Oyebanji's re-e…