Ekiti Governor Puts Monarch on Probation, Watch List
Governor Biodun Oyebanji places Oba Williams Adesoye on probation following allegations of high-handedness and community disputes. Deputy Governor calls for peace.
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YSJ Farms Denies Fraud in N1bn Ekiti Youth Scheme
YSJ Farms denies defrauding Ekiti youths in N1bn agriculture programme. GM clarifies N100,000 fee was for pioneer participants only. Read the full details and official response here.
Court Nullifies PDP Ekiti Primary, Orders Fresh Poll
A Federal High Court voids PDP's Ekiti governorship primary won by Wole Oluyede. The party faces a fresh election as a group alleges APC interference. Get the full details.
Court Cancels PDP Ekiti Primary, Orders Fresh Poll
Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti nullifies PDP governorship primary for violating Electoral Act. Justice Kuewumi orders fresh primary with all eligible aspirants. Details inside.
Group Blames APC for Oluyede's Omission from INEC List
Pressure group ELA alleges APC masterminded PDP candidate Wole Oluyede's exclusion from Ekiti 2026 list. INEC and APC deny claims. Tensions rise ahead of June 20 election.
Former Ekiti Governor Segun Oni Joins APC
Former Ekiti State Governor, Segun Oni, has officially defected from the SDP to the ruling APC, registering with the party in his Ifaki Ekiti hometown. This move is seen as a major boost for the APC ahead of crucial elections.
Lagos Budget 10 Times Bigger Than Ekiti's in 2026
Nigerians react as 2026 state budget breakdown reveals Lagos's N4.24 trillion budget overshadows Ekiti's N415.57 billion. Citizens question transparency and impact on lives.
Actress Bolaji Ogunmola Stranded, Threatens Legal Action
Nollywood actress Bolaji Ogunmola was left stranded at Ekiti airport for over 24 hours, jeopardizing her ₦20 million film production. Read her full ordeal and decision to travel by road.
Actress Bolaji Ogunmola Stranded at Ekiti Airport
Nollywood actress Bolaji Ogunmola breaks down in tears after airline cancellations leave her stranded, jeopardizing a ₦20 million movie production. Read her emotional plea.
Tinubu's Minister Denies 2027 Niger Governorship Race
Mohammed Idris, Nigeria's Information Minister, refutes reports of contesting for Niger governor in 2027. He suspends aide and reaffirms focus on current duties. Read full details.
Erinomo Assumes Role as FETHI Acting Chief Medical Director
Dr. Olagoke Erinomo takes over as acting CMD of Federal Teaching Hospital Ido Ekiti, pledging to sustain quality healthcare services. Read about the leadership transition and future plans.
APC, Opposition Clash Over Ekiti Deputy Gov's WAEC Result
Ekiti APC and opposition parties bicker over Deputy Gov Monisade Afuye's WAEC certificate as Bishop urges INEC to respect voters' choice in upcoming polls. Read the full details.
INEC Chairman Pledges Credible 2027 Elections
INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan commits to free, fair 2027 polls. Read his New Year message detailing upcoming elections and staff welfare priorities.
Ex-Super Eagles Stars Scout Talent at Ekiti Football Final
Former Super Eagles stars Mutiu Adepoju and Victor Agali attended a grassroots football final in Ekiti, identifying young talents for mentoring. The event, organized by the Mayegun Ademola Adetifa Foundation, awarded cash prizes to winning teams.
PDP Sues INEC Over Ekiti 2026 Candidate Omission
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) initiates legal action against INEC for excluding its candidate, Dr Oluwole Oluyede, from the Ekiti 2026 governorship list. Read the full details of the dispute.
Man arrested for raping deaf, dumb 14-year-old in Ekiti
Ekiti Amotekun arrests Dare Omoyajowo for allegedly raping a deaf and dumb teenager in Are Ekiti. Suspect confessed, case transferred to police. Read the full report.
PDP Missing from INEC's Ekiti 2026 Candidates List
INEC's provisional list for the Ekiti 2026 governorship election excludes the PDP candidate, Wole Oluyede. Find out the reason behind this major political development.
Cleric Donates ₦2m for Ekiti Grassroots Sports
Prophet Sam Olu-Alo has donated ₦2 million to support youth sports in Ekiti State through a school football competition. The initiative aims to nurture talent and reduce crime.
Alumni Call for Investment in Historic Taraba Primary School
Alumni of Muhammadu Nya Primary School in Jalingo urge strategic investment in infrastructure and scholarships to secure the future of the historic institution. Join the call to action.
Old Students Seek Investment in Historic Taraba Primary School
Alumni of Muhammadu Nya Primary School, Jalingo, call for urgent investment in infrastructure and scholarships to sustain the legacy of the historic institution ahead of its 2027 centenary.
Foundation Gifts Over 5,000 Ekiti Residents for Christmas
The Jide Akinyemi Foundation distributed food and gifts worth millions to over 5,000 residents across Ekiti's 16 LGAs. The 'Ekiti Christmas Box of Love '25' aims to support vulnerable families and Governor Oyebanji's administration.
Monarch Seeks Govt Intervention on Ise-Ekiti Roads, Infrastructure
Oba Adetunji David Ajayi of Ise-Ekiti calls for state and federal intervention to renew roads, health, and water systems. He highlights the critical need ahead of the Ojoaduse festival.
Senator Bamidele Donates N50m, Food to Ekiti for Christmas
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele spreads festive cheer with N50 million cash and thousands of bags of rice, beans to all 177 wards in Ekiti State. Read about the massive distribution.
Ekiti Governor Oyebanji Signs N415.57bn 2026 Budget
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has signed the N415.57 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law. The budget allocates 53% to recurrent and 47% to capital expenditure. Read the full details.
83 Kwara Health Facilities Revitalised by World Bank Project
The World Bank's IMPACT project has revitalised 83 Primary Health Centres in Kwara State, enhancing access to quality healthcare, safe deliveries, and immunisation for over 722,000 outpatients. Read more.
Bayelsa Road Show for Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign
Bayelsa State launches a road show to sensitize residents ahead of the Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign from January 20-29, 2026. Health officials urge parents to vaccinate children aged 9-15 months.
Respected Nigerian Leader, Ex-DIG Akeredolu Dies at 83
Nigeria Police and Ekiti State mourn the death of retired DIG Theophillus Akeredolu, a revered traditional leader and elder statesman. Read his full life story and career.
Ekiti sacks surgeon over wrongful kidney removal
The Ekiti State Government has dismissed an EKSUTH surgeon for wrongly removing a patient's kidney. It will fund a new transplant and reorganise the hospital. Read the full report.
UNICEF, WHO Warn of Child Health Catastrophe in Africa
UNICEF projects 1.8 million annual child deaths in Africa by 2040. WHO and UNAIDS warn of stalled HIV fight. Urgent political action and investment in primary healthcare are needed to avert disaster.
Ekiti sacks surgeon over illegal kidney removal
Ekiti State government dismisses surgeon, suspends team after probe finds kidneys removed without consent. Government to fund victim's transplant. Full story.
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