Nigerian Gazette

Impressed by the love that Governor Biodun Oyebanji has shown them, Primary School teachers in the state, teachers in Ikogosi Ekiti have expressed their unalloyed support for his second term in office. The endorsement took place at a meeting in Ikogosi Ekiti, attended by the Regent of Ikogosi, Princess Omobola Adepoju, the Chairman of Ekameta LCDA, Hon Dr. Leye Adeniji, all the Chiefs in Ikogosi Ekiti, the Chairman of SUBEB Prof Femi Akinwumi, the Educational Secretary of Ekiti West LG,  Hon.Mrs.  Bamisile, NUT Ekiti West  Chairman, Mr. Kola Awosusi. While conducting the event, the Chairman of SUBEB Prof Femi Akinwumi, commended the initiative of the Primary School Teachers in Ikogosi for organizing an endorsement program for the continuity of BAO's administration till  2030. He highlighted some specific programs targeted to improve the lives and welfare of primary school Teachers in Ekiti under BAO's administration. The SUBEB Chairman enumerated some of ...

The results of the 2024 Ondo governorship election have left the Ekiti PDP scrambling to pick up the pieces. For a party already battling internal divisions, the APC’s emphatic victory in Ondo feels like another huge nail on the coffin. Before the election, social media was awash with PDP supporters beating their chests and taking digs at the APC-led government.  However, since APC’s landslide win on Saturday, the opposition’s loud voices seem to have faded into whispers. The harsh truth has become clear, with reality dawning on them that removing a government that is delivering results and enjoys federal backing is not as easy as some online campaigners make it seem. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s political experience and dominance in the Southwest continue to bear fruit for the APC. Tinubu, who has held Lagos State firmly in his corner since 1999, understands the game better than most. His influence across the region remains a significant factor in the APC’s stronghol...

... stresses commitment of Government to ending AIDs as a public health threat by year 2030    In a landmark move  towards combating the scourge of HIV and AIDS among children and other groups, the Director-General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) , Dr. Temitope Ilori joined by the Ekiti Commissioner for Health and Human Services Dr Oyebanji Filani has inaugurated the National Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) and Pediatric Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) Acceleration Plan Committee in Ekiti State. Performing the official inauguration of the 15 - member committee in Ado-Ekiti  , the NACA Director General NACA, said that the Committee was expected to intensify efforts to prevent mother-to-child HIV transmission and improving access to treatment for children living with HIV. Dr Ilori disclosed that Nigeria has a significant challenge on preventing mother to child transmission of HIV noting that approximately 140,000 childr...

In a bid to achieving energy independence, the Ekiti State government, under the leadership of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, has granted operational licenses to 14 electricity investors in the state. The licenses were granted to three electricity distribution companies, four electricity generation companies, two mini-grid generation companies, and five metre asset providers.  This was made known by the governor today as he shared an update on the progress being made by his administration in achieving energy independence in the state on his social media platform.  The governor expressed his appreciation to Ekiti people who believe in the vision of his administration for a brighter and self-reliant Ekiti.  "I am pleased to share an update on the progress we are making in Ekiti towards achieving energy independence.  "We have granted operational licenses to 14 electricity investors," he said. This strategic move will enhance power generation, ensure effi...

With upgraded equipment, Ekiti State's Public Works is set to transform its asphalt production to meet both local and regional supply needs. At an interactive session with BAO Media Centre, the Director General, Engr. Adewale Fagoyinbo proudly announced that Ekiti now produces the highest-quality asphalt in Southwest and will be able to meet domestic needs and even export to neighbouring states as the plant equipment are upgraded.  "Ekiti's asphalt plant has become a game-changer," Fagoyinbo said, noting that the venture saves costs and boosts durability, marking a bold step in the state’s infrastructural development. Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s administration played a vital role by resuscitating the once-moribund agency through targeted funding. "The Governor's support has been instrumental. When I took office, he provided the funds to revive this agency, making it possible for us to set up our own asphalt plant," Fago...

Nov 2nd, 2024 In a promising development for residents and motorists plying Olora route in Ado Ekiti, the Ekiti State Public Works Corporation is gearing up to launch a major repair initiative for Olora Road, a vital thoroughfare that serves as a lifeline for residents traveling to the Federal Housing Estate, Teaching Hospital, and Adebayo areas.  The road has been a source of frustration for commuters, and the administration is determined to make it a top priority. Engr. Adewale Fagoyinbo, the Director General of the Ekiti State Public Works Corporation, acknowledged the challenges faced by residents during a recent interactive session with BAO Media Centre.  “Olora Road is a priority,” he stated emphatically. “The Governor himself is deeply concerned about it. We are committed to getting work underway, and if all goes well, we plan to address this road head-on by January.” The urgency of this repair initiative stems from months of complain...

The Ekiti State Public Works Corporation is pushing forward with an ambitious plan to upgrade its fleet, as the state government prepares to allocate funds for essential new equipment in the upcoming 2025 budget. The Director General, Engr. Adewale Fagoyinbo detailed the strategy during a recent discussion with BAO Media Centre, stating the urgent need for upgraded machinery to meet Ekiti’s infrastructure goals. “When I came into office, I met a corporation that had almost been written off,” Engr. Fagoyinbo recalled. “Many of our critical machines had been idle for over a decade, some for even longer. But the Governor’s swift support allowed us to get these machines back in operation.” This immediate action resulted in the repair of 15 key machines in just a month, including bulldozers, graders, rollers, and asphalt paving equipment, machines vital for addressing immediate infrastructure needs.  However, Fagoyinbo highlighted the limi...