Government of Ekiti State, Nigeria

Ekiti State is taking bold steps to improve and further boost agriculture by partnering with Cavista Holdings for a multi-billion Naira cassava project spanning 100,000 hectares. This initiative is vital, as Ekiti has the potential to bridge the global cassava deficit, with the continent currently contributing 60% of the 260 million metric tons cultivated annually and the global demand for cassava stands at 300 million metric tons. By enhancing farming practices and providing valuable resources, this collaboration is uplifting rural communities, driving economic growth, and securing the future of agriculture in Ekiti. #AgriculturalGrowth #BAOGovernance #RuralDevelopment #SustainableFarming #FoodSecurity

Today, Governor Biodun Oyebanji presented the 2025 Budget and Appropriation Bill tagged "Budget of Sustainable Impact" to Ekiti State House of Assembly. This budget, planned in alignment with the Ekiti State Development Plan (2021-2050), aims to bolster food security, wealth creation and welfare of the people. Other key priorities in the budget include revenue generation, human capital development, support for MSMEs, digitisation of the public service and tourism. #SustainableGrowth #BAOGovernance #SharedProsperity #KeepEkitiWorking

#Throwback to Last Week: In commemoration of the anniversary of Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s two years in office, the events from the past two weeks showcase his administration's commitment to growth and development across various sectors. Highlights include recognition for outstanding public servants, launch of essential infrastructure, advancements in healthcare, expanded energy access, new roads connecting communities, enhanced waste management, and housing projects underway. Each highlighted event underscores our dedication to a prosperous and sustainable future for Ekiti State.

This report was made by the Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) which has provided technical assistance for over 400 surveys in over 90 countries on issues bordering on fertility, family planning, maternal and child health, gender, HIV/ AIDS, malaria, nutrition, and environmental health. Commenting on the findings, the State Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr Oyebanji Filani, revealed that Ekiti State has exceeded its health targets that were set four years ago. He noted that the improvements have resulted in the survival of an additional 45,000 children under the age of five between 2019 and 2024, representing 75% of children who might have died under the 2018 mortality rates. He further revealed that Ekiti has moved from 31st to 5th place in neonatal survival rankings within the same period. Dr Filani noted that regular reviews, accountability mechanisms, and teamwork as well as the state's efforts in building partnerships and fiscal transparency, which attracted development partners and fostered collaborative health initiatives also instrumental to the improvements in the health sector. #SharedProsperity #NDHSReport #UleraEkiti #Ulerawa #BAOGovernance #KeepingEkitiWorking

Gov. Oyebanji Approves Payment of Over N3.5 Billion for 2024 UBEC/SUBEB Intervention Projects Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji has approved N3,554,642,584.46 as counterpart funding for 2024 Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) intervention projects. This comes shortly after the commencement of the 2023 UBEC/SUBEB projects, marked by the opening of bids last Tuesday. The Chairman of Ekiti SUBEB, Prof Femi Akinwumi, disclosed this in a statement, highlighting the state's commitment to creating an improved learning environment for public primary schools statewide. According to him, Governor Oyebanji in the past two yearshas consistently funded UBEC/SUBEB projects by matching the 2022 and 2023 grants which has facilitated sustained government intervention in the basic education sector. Prof. Akinwumi further highlighted key achievements under the Oyebanji administration, including the procurement and distribution of instructional materials, employment of additional teaching and non-teaching staff, construction and renovation of classrooms, training and retraining of educators, and provision of ICT equipment for public schools. Expressing confidence in the timely delivery of projects, Prof. Akinwumi emphasised the board's commitment to expediting the execution of the 2024 projects and he encouraged teachers and education stakeholders to demonstrate increased diligence in their duties, ensuring that the state government's significant investment in education yields meaningful results. #BAOGovernance #QualityEducation #KeepingEkitiWorking #SharedProsperity

Our administration is dedicated to empowering the youth by creating a wide range of opportunities across various sectors. Through collaboration with state and federal lawmakers, we are advancing initiatives in agriculture, political participation and inclusion, youth employment, digital literacy, and participation in the digital economy. Additionally, we are investing in the creative economy, sports development, and entrepreneurial ventures to provide holistic support. These targeted efforts ensure that young people in Ekiti are equipped to lead in innovation, sports, and the creative industries, driving the state toward a brighter future. #YouthEmpowerment #BAOGovernance #BrighterFuture #OpportunitiesForAll #SharedProsperity

EKSG Orders Temporary Shutdown of Ayo Fasanmi Model College Over Safety Concerns Ekiti State Government has temporarily closed Ayo Fasanmi Model College in Ado-Ekiti to ensure the safety of students and staff, until the completion of repairs on structural defects identified in the buildings. The State Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, in his statement to the press, reaffirmed Ekiti State Government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of its residents, especially children and students, as well as providing a conducive learning environment in schools. Olatunbosun stated that the government, in partnership with the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), is working diligently to renovate the affected building. He added that arrangements have been made to relocate the students to alternative facilities until the renovation is complete. In his concluding remarks, the Commissioner urged parents and guardians to be patient, assuring them that every effort would be made to minimise disruption for the students. He added that the school would reopen for academic activities as soon as it is safe. #BAOGovernance #SafeSchools #StudentSafety #KeepingEkitiWorking #SharedProsperity

Governor Oyebanji Performs the Groundbreaking for Ado New Town Housing Project Yesterday, Governor Biodun Oyebanji attended the ground-breaking ceremony for Ado New Town Housing Project where the Ewi Of Ado-Ekiti, HRM Oba (Dr)  Rufus Adeyemo Adejugbe Aladesanmi III (CON, JP) laid the foundation for the estate that will provide 1,000 affordable housing units through a public-private partnership between Ekiti State Government and CITEC/FORTE Realtors. The estate will have essential amenities like a police post, park, clinic, filling station, hotel, school, church, mosque, and event centre, creating a vibrant community for all socio-economic classes. The Managing Director of Citec International Estates Limited, Dr Oludare Bello, assured the people that all socioeconomic classes can own houses at the location because there are provisions for nine different classes of earners and a mortgage system is also provided. He also noted that the project which will provide over a thousand jobs will be completed within one year of commencement. Governor Biodun Oyebanji in his address, hailed the project as a transformative effort to boost economic growth while preserving Ado-Ekiti’s original structure and culture. Governor Oyebanji further revealed that similar Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangements will be used to develop other critical infrastructure in the state, such as the 600-bed capacity EKSUTH students' hostel, already commissioned yesterday and the Atikankan area. In closing, the governor reemphasised the need for unity and peace in the state, stating that governance should be prioritised over politics. He noted that progress and development are only achievable through cooperation and shared prosperity, and he encouraged stakeholders to work together for Ekiti’s advancement. #HousingForAll #BAOGovernance #KeepingEkitiWorking #BAO2years #ImpactfulGrowth #SharedProsperity

Governor Oyebanji Commissions Ikole Township Road and Electricity Project Yesterday, Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, commissioned Ikole Township Road and the Ilumoba —Ijesa Isu — Ikole 33kVA electricity project, reaffirming the state government’s commitment to improving infrastructure that boosts economic activities and security. During the event, Governor Oyebanji disclosed that the contractor handling the rehabilitation of Isinbode – Ara – Ikole Road has also been directed to commence work on Oke Ako – Ipao – Irele Road in order to facilitate road access to the Special Agriculture Processing Zone (SAPZ) in Ikole. The governor also promised further investments in the SAPZ to drive economic growth, and he assured landholders that any lands acquired for such projects would be adequately compensated for. Traditional rulers, community leaders, and residents expressed immense satisfaction with the governor’s transformative projects in road infrastructure, power supply, and agricultural development. They pledged to continue cooperating with the government to ensure the success of initiatives targeted at developing their area. #BAOGovernance #KeepingEkitiWorking #BAO2years #ImpactfulGrowth #SharedProsperity

HIGHLIGHTS: Yesterday, Ekiti State Government marked another milestone in its commitment to infrastructure development with the commissioning of Ilawe - Erijiyan - Ikogosi Link Road by Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele (MOB). The newly commissioned road is a strategic project aimed at improving inter-community connectivity, enhancing local trade, and promoting tourism, particularly facilitating access to the renowned Ikogosi Warm Springs. This development aligns with Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s vision to drive economic growth through improved infrastructure across the state. #BAOGovernance #BAO2YEARS #ImpactfulGrowth #SharedProsperity #VisitEkiti