Ekiti State News Bulletin

Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), national leaders of the party, members of the National Assembly, ministers, and thousands of enthusiastic supporters from within and outside Ekiti State are expected to converge in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, for the Grand Finale Mega Rally in support of the re-election.. Read more

The Ekiti State Government on Thursday flagged off the Renewed Hope Farm Inputs Support Programme (FISP) Phase I and commenced the distribution of fertilisers to farmers to enhance agricultural productivity and strengthen food security. The State Governor ,Mr Biodun Oyebanji said the programme would support farmers during the 2026 planting season and boost food production across the state. Oyebanji, represented.. Read more

The Ekiti State Government has distributed relief materials valued at over ₦136 million to victims of recent rainstorm disasters across the state. The intervention also included hospital equipment for health facilities, instructional materials for schools, and items to support small businesses. Presenting the items to the beneficiaries at a ceremony in Ado-Ekiti ,the State Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs.) Monisade Afuye,.. Read more

The Ekiti State Government has inaugurated the Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC) Steering Committee to strengthen the state’s health security architecture and emergency preparedness. Speaking at the inauguration in Ado-Ekiti, the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr Oyebanji Filani, described the development as a significant milestone in the state’s commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of residents… Read more

…Vows Sustained Support for Education Wife of the Ekiti State Governor, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, on Wednesday awarded scholarships worth N10 million to 100 orphaned and indigent students in tertiary institutions across the state, reaffirming her commitment to supporting access to quality education. Speaking at the scholarship disbursement ceremony in Ado-Ekiti, Oyebanji said no child should be denied educational opportunities because.. Read more

The Ekiti State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the agricultural sector through continuous capacity building for personnel, describing agricultural officers as critical stakeholders in the implementation of policies aimed at enhancing food security and sustainable development. The Commissioner for Capacity Development and Training, Prof. Patrick Tedela, stated this on Wednesday at the opening of a two-day training programme.. Read more