The Ekiti State Government has initiated a comprehensive surveillance operation to apprehend the bandits responsible for a recent church attack in Eda Oniyo.

Ekiti State workers have pledged to mobilize over 500,000 votes for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election, citing his worker-friendly policies and welfare initiatives.

Ekiti State Governor Oyebanji has called on APC South-West leaders to highlight President Tinubu's accomplishments in economic reform and infrastructure to inform Nigerians.

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have expressed their support for Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji's re-election bid. This endorsement signals strong party backing for his continued tenure.

Dr. Oluwole Oluyede, the PDP governorship candidate for Ekiti State, has presented his vision for the 2026 elections, focusing on inclusive governance, transparency, and sustainable development.

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has ordered the Ekiti State Government to pay former Deputy Governor Dr. Sikiru Tae Lawal his monthly stipend and severance allowances dating back to 2010, also awarding N10 million in damages against the government.

Factions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria's South-West chapter are bickering following remarks made by former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose about Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.

The upcoming 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State, Nigeria, is highlighted as a critical event for the state's sustainable development.

FirstBank has collaborated with Ekiti State to provide crucial startup funding for 60 local enterprises, aiming to foster innovation and empower entrepreneurs, particularly women, in the region.

A dead body was discovered along a bush path near Ekiti State University (EKSU), causing panic among students. Preliminary reports suggest the deceased may be a recent graduate returning for clearance.

Ekiti State authorities and police have initiated a major inter-agency security operation to comb bushes and flush out bandits and kidnappers from the state's borders.

Police in Ekiti State arrested two suspects following a robbery at Ekiti State University student hostels, recovering stolen items as the search continues.

The Ekiti State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that direct primaries will be held for National Assembly aspirants if a consensus agreement is not reached, aiming for a fair and transparent selection process.

Panic and chaos erupted late Monday night as gunmen attacked students' hostels at Ekiti State University (EKSU) in Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria, prompting students to flee for safety.

Rotary International and the Ekiti state government in Nigeria are collaborating to conduct medical outreaches, providing essential healthcare services, particularly for women and children in the state.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has rejected the outcome of a parallel state congress allegedly backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, describing it…

JOHESU congratulates Prof. Kolawole Ogundipe, the FETHI new CMD, expressing confidence his leadership will elevate healthcare standards in Ekiti State. Read More: https://punchng.com/johesu-backs-fethi-new-cmd-seeks-improved-healthcare/

By Rotimi Ojomoyela The Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji, has commended residents of the state for their compliance with fiscal policies following the state’s ranking among the top-performing…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji has warned All Progressives Congress (APC) members in Ekiti State against overconfidence ahead of the June 20 gubernatorial election, urging them to approach the poll as…

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has inaugurated 5,000 canvassers as part of his re-election campaign for the upcoming 2026 governorship election, aiming for a decisive victory.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ekiti State has announced plans to display the Preliminary Register of Voters for public scrutiny ahead of the state's upcoming election.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has expressed its determination to win the 2026 gubernatorial election and urged its members to participate in the ongoing electronic registration exercise.

The Ekiti State Amotekun Corps has arrested five suspected gunmen in Itawure, recovering locally made guns, an axe, a sword, and assorted charms.

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Southwest Caucus says it is fully prepared for the upcoming governorship elections in Osun and Ekiti states, signalling an early and coordinated push to strengthen its political presence in the region. The move reflects the party’s broader plan to ramp up mobilisation, tighten internal unity […] The post Osun, Ekiti Polls: We’re battle-ready, ADC S/West caucus declares appeared first on Vanguard News.

The National Peace Committee (NPC) has raised concerns that vote-buying, violence, and insecurity could undermine the legitimacy of the Ekiti State governorship election scheduled for June 20, 2026. The post Vote-buying, violence threaten Ekiti poll legitimacy — NPC appeared first on Vanguard News.

A prophet, Olumuyiwa Akogun, who is the General Overseer of God Central Ministry in Ekiti State, had, in a viral video currently on social media, raised concerns about a possible political crisis in Ondo State involving Mr Aiyedatiwa and his deputy. The post Gov Aiyedatiwa dispels prophet’s impeachment prediction against deputy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Politician Olawepo-Hashim condemned the recent church attack in Ekiti State, which led to the killing of a pastor and the abduction of worshippers.

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condemned a recent attack on a church gathering in Eda Oniyo Ekiti, Ekiti State, and is demanding the swift rescue of its abducted members.

The Ekiti State Commissioner of Police, Michael Falade, has ordered a serious manhunt for the perpetrators of the Eda Oniyo attack, vowing to rescue abducted victims.

Dr. Oluwole Oluyede, the PDP governorship candidate in Ekiti State, has outlined a vision for inclusive governance, transparency, and development.

A foundation in Ekiti State, Nigeria, marked World Book Day by rewarding over 150 students in a reading challenge. The initiative aims to promote literacy and revive the reading culture in the region.

Governor Oyebanji of Ekiti State is facing criticism, with one commentator stating his performance has not met the expectations of the people, particularly noting that his frequent visits to President Tinubu have not translated into tangible benefits for residents.

Stakeholders, including Nigeria's electoral commission and security agencies, have reiterated their commitment to ensuring a free, fair, peaceful, and credible gubernatorial election in Ekiti State in 2026.

The Ekiti Development Agenda (EDA) has strongly criticized Governor Biodun Oyebanji's administration, labeling his leadership as a 'waste of opportunity.' The group is calling on Ekiti State residents to support change in the upcoming 2026 gubernatorial election and has expressed backing for Oluyede.

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has launched his re-election campaign, aiming for 500,000 votes based on his first-term performance in infrastructure and governance.

Ekiti State University has launched Project Digi-Teach to provide modern digital skills training to all 650 of its lecturers, aiming to prepare students for the global knowledge economy.

The All Farmers Association of Nigeria in Ekiti State has elected and inaugurated a new set of executives, resolving a three-year division within the organization.

A campaign group in Ekiti State, Nigeria, has begun grassroots mobilization efforts to secure 90% of votes for President Bola Tinubu's re-election campaign in 2027.

Ekiti State in Nigeria is enhancing its emergency preparedness and disease surveillance through a strategic operational review to improve healthcare access for its residents.

Micheal Falade, the newly deployed Commissioner of Police in Ekiti State, Nigeria, has declared that there will be no hiding place for criminals and offenders will face the full weight of the law.

Ekiti State in Nigeria is utilizing arts and culture to engage residents and combat voter apathy ahead of the upcoming governorship election, launching a sensitisation tour.

A 22-year-old man has been remanded by a court in Ekiti State, Nigeria, over the alleged defilement of a minor. The offense reportedly occurred on March 5 in Ogotun-Ekiti.

The Vice-Chancellor of Bamidele Olumilua University in Ekiti State is seeking partnerships with traditional rulers to foster peace, stability, and sustainable development for the institution.

Nigeria's House of Representatives has expressed deep concern over the escalating wave of kidnappings, killings, and violent attacks in Ekiti State, particularly in the Ekiti North I Federal Constituency.

Wole Oluyede, the PDP governorship candidate in Ekiti State, pledges an issue-based campaign for the June 20 election after a court validates his candidacy Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-pdp-gov-candidate-pledges-issue-based-campaign/

A re-election campaign council for Governor Oyebanji of Ekiti State, Nigeria, has been formed, led by the Senate Leader and a Minister. The council is scheduled for inauguration on Monday.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cautioned journalists in Ekiti State against misinformation, disinformation, and sensational reporting as the state prepares for the 2026 gubernatorial election.

The Ekiti State government has prosecuted 55 individuals for environmental sanitation offences during the monthly clean-up exercise, with 54 of them fined.

A foundation has covered the JAMB registration fees for 40 students in Ekiti State as part of a data science and healthcare technology training initiative.

In Ekamarun, Ajoni Local Government Area of Ekiti State, a deep silence now hangs over one family caught in a nightmare that refuses to end after kidnappers demanded ₦1.5 million, Indian hemp, cocaine, a synthetic drug known as ICE and cartons of canned beer — not for a life to be spared, but for the release of a corpse in their captivity. The post Kidnapping turns horrific as abductors demand ransom for corpse in Ekiti appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Ekiti State government has set up a tribunal to regulate soaring house rents, aiming to protect residents from arbitrary charges and ensure affordable accommodation.

The Ekiti State Government has initiated full-scale surveillance operations to find gunmen responsible for a church attack that resulted in a pastor's death and the abduction of 15 people.

Gunmen reportedly stormed a church on the outskirts of a community in Ekiti State during a crusade, killing the presiding pastor and abducting several worshippers.

An Ekiti State High Court has sentenced three men to a combined 97 years in prison for kidnapping a retired Naval officer and another individual. Read More:…

Quantity surveyors in Ekiti State, Nigeria, are calling on the state government to establish accessible financing options to stimulate investment in Public-Private Partnership projects.

The CEO of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), Dr. Shaibu Husseini, praised Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his efforts in repositioning the arts, culture, and creative economy, pledging support for the Ekiti film village.

The Ekiti State Police Command in Nigeria has launched a new Violence Crime Response Unit (VCRU) to enhance security and combat violent crime across the state.

Three individuals died following a stampede at a hotel in Ikere Ekiti, Nigeria, during an after-convocation party organized by students. The Ekiti State Police Command has launched an investigation into the incident.

FirstBank has partnered with the Ekiti state government to launch an innovation enterprise support fund. This initiative aims to empower startups, scale tech-enabled businesses, and accelerate innovation-driven economic growth across the state.

Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose held a closed-door meeting with the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, amidst rising political tension in Oyo State concerning Governor Makinde and potential dethronement issues.

Ekiti State in Nigeria has launched a new security operation called "Operation Comb the Bush" to flush out criminal elements, following intelligence reports of intensified offensives in neighboring states.

The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes has criticized former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose for his comments alleging a plot to remove the Olubadan of Ibadanland, urging him not to involve Governor Makinde.

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has commended Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his significant infrastructure development projects across Ekiti State.

Armed robbers, reportedly numbering between 20 and 30, attacked Ekiti State University hostels, operating in groups with guns and machetes to forcefully enter rooms.

Ekiti State has deepened its ties with the Nigerian Air Force to enhance airport security, boost operations, and drive economic growth through strategic collaboration.

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has urged the Muslim community to pray for the peaceful and successful conduct of the upcoming June 20 governorship election during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Ekiti State plans to expand its healthcare services digitalisation to boost service delivery, unify medical records, and improve health outcomes. Read More:…

The National Peace Committee (NPC) and the European Union (EU) have unveiled a joint initiative aimed at preventing election violence in Ekiti State before, during, and after the 2026 governorship poll.

Ekiti State is expanding its 'Ounje Ekiti' food scheme to provide affordable, locally sourced staple foods like rice, beans, and garri to a greater number of households.

Former Ekiti lawmaker Omowumi Ogunlola has announced she will not pursue a 2027 National Assembly ambition, choosing instead to focus on her current national assignment at RMAFC for Ekiti State.

The Ekiti State Government is calling on alumni associations to support school infrastructure upgrades to improve learning environments for students. Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-taps-alumni-for-school-infrastructure-upgrades/

Ayodele Fayose, former Governor of Ekiti State and a senior PDP figure, has urged Ekiti residents to vote overwhelmingly for President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 presidential election.

Operatives of the Ekiti State Security Network, known as Amotekun Corps, have arrested five suspected fleeing bandits in Okemesi-Ekiti, located in the Ekiti West Local Government Area.

Operatives of the Ekiti State Security Network, known as Amotekun corps, have arrested five suspected bandits in the state.

THE National Peace Committee, NPC, yesterday, raised the alarm on how the growing concerns of vote-buying, violence and insecurity could vitiate the legitimacy of Ekiti State's Gubernatorial election scheduled for June 20, 2026. The post 2027 polls: Vote-buying, violence threat to electoral legitimacy — NPC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ekiti State is implementing digital solutions to significantly improve maternal healthcare services, enabling patients, especially pregnant women, to access care remotely via phone and WhatsApp.