AWODUMILA EMPOWERS FARMERS IN COCOA PRODUCTION

Hon. Akinyede Julius Awodumila currently representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency II in the House of Representatives empowered some farmers at IJan- Ekiti in Gbonyin Local government whose their Cocoa farms were affected at Ologuro area during the fire outbreaks early this year today 17th of June, 2017. The list which were compiled and submitted by Mr Adetayo ADEYEMI from Ijan.

Speaking through his media aide, Olaniyi Steve, Awodumila said, he was sad when he heard the report and he thought replacing it with the same Cocoa would be better than given them cash.

He promised to do something meaningful when the report came to him in which he fulfilled promised today.

One of the beneficiaries at the event was the Kabiyesi Onijan of Ijan, Oba Samuel Fadahunsi who expressed his gratitude when we got to his Palace on what Awodumila has been doing since he was elected. He said further he has confidence in him and has no advice for him since he has performed more than his imagination,most especially on some different empowerments,area of social amenities in which he had touched and the way he has been defending his Constituency at National Assembly. He pray that God continues to lead and protect him.

Another beneficiary, Chief Ajakaye said he has not yet believed his eyes because Akinyede Awodumila did what he was not believed because he thought it was a joke when he was told that Awodumila promised to replaced it since some people have been promised in the past,but nothing was done. Chief Ajakaye speak further that he renewed his loyalty in Governor Peter Fayose who sent a reasonable and reliable man( Awodumila) who always keep his promises to represent us in Abuja.

Finally, Awodumila promised to continue the good work till the end of his tenure.

Olaniyi Steve
Special Assistant on Media
17-06-2017

Comments

APC Governorship Aspirant, Atinuke Omolayo, Participates in Delegate Congress in Emure

October 25, 2025 A former governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State, Mrs. Atinuke Oluremi Omolayo (née Okeya), who was duly screened and cleared by the party’s National Screening Committee, has demonstrated uncommon party loyalty by stepping down for Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji and actively participating in the delegate congress held today in her Eporo Ward, Emure Local Government Area. Mrs. Omolayo, who was warmly received with an Ọ̀wọ̀ song by jubilant party members, expressed appreciation to her ward for the support they gave her when she initially declared her intention to contest for governor. She explained that her decision to step down for Governor Oyebanji was informed by his wide acceptability across the state, sterling performances in office, and commitment to Ekiti’s growth and development, which she described as derivatives of continuity. While addressing the crowd, Mrs. Omolayo urged party members in Eporo Ward...

Ignore Rumours: APC Confirms Governor Oyebanji’s Name to Be Submitted to INEC on January 16, 2026

…As APC Spokesperson Reiterates Official Candidate List Ahead of Publication The APC Integrity Caucus has moved to dismiss what it describes as a reckless and senseless rumour being circulated by a few individuals posing as party members. The gossip, they said, claims that the party “does not intend to submit” the name of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a statement released on Thursday, November 14, 2025, the caucus said such claims are baseless and should be ignored by every well-meaning member of the public. “Since the successful conduct of our governorship primary on October 27 and the ratification by authorised delegates on October 29, some mischief makers have been whispering that the party will not submit Governor Oyebanji’s name to INEC. This is completely false,” the statement read. The caucus emphasized that the APC operates according to a clearly defined timetable, which specifies the dates for submissio...

Tinubu’s Son-in-Law, Oyetunji Ojo, Declares President’s Full Support for Oyebanji’s Second Term

…Promises to Lead Campaign Across 16 LGAs of Ekiti State September 26, 2025 The cordial relationship between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) was brought into focus on Friday when Honourable Oyetunji Ojo, Chairman of the Federal Housing Authority and son-in-law to President Tinubu, visited the Ekiti State Secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ojo told the State Executive Council that President Tinubu was firmly backing Governor Oyebanji’s re-election, describing the bond between the two leaders as “smooth, cordial and unwavering.” He stressed that the relationship between the Presidency and the Government of Ekiti State would only grow stronger in the years ahead. The FHA Chairman hailed Oyebanji as a “tested, trusted, and people-focused leader” who has delivered on his promises through achievements in infrastructure, human capital development and inclusive governance. He pledged t...

Nigerian Gazette

Search This Blog