Ekiti monarch seeks global recognition of Ogun festival
The Onire of Ire Ekiti, Oba Adeleke Bobade, is advocating for global recognition of the Ogun Onire Festival to enhance tourism and economic benefits for the community.
Ex-NBA president lauded for global legal ranking
Former Nigeria Bar Association president Chief Wole Olanipekun is recognized as a Senior Statesman in Dispute Resolution, earning praise from philanthropist Igbekele Ayodele.
Aremu emerges Venite varsity VC
Professor Charity Aremu has been appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of Venite University in Ekiti State, Nigeria, after a competitive selection process.
Alumni seek 70-year-old Ekiti school return to original site
The Alumni Association of Egbeoba High School is urging the Nigerian Federal Government to restore the school to its original location, which was changed 23 years ago.
Foundation pays JAMB fees for 40 Ekiti students
A foundation has covered the registration fees for 40 secondary school students in Ekiti State to support their education in technology and healthcare.
Senate Leader, NEMA deliver relief items to Ekiti rainstorm victims
Senate Leader Senator Opeyemi Bamidele and NEMA have provided relief materials to victims of a recent rainstorm in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Amotekun arrests five suspected gunmen in Ekiti
The Ekiti State Amotekun Corps has arrested five suspected gunmen in the Ekiti West Local Government Area.
Alumni seek 70-year-old Ekiti schoolβs return to old site
The Alumni Association of Egbeoba High School in Ekiti, Nigeria, has requested the Federal Government to restore the school to its former location, citing negative impacts from its previous relocation.
Ekiti sets up tribunal to regulate rising house rents
Ekiti State Government has established a tribunal to address the issue of increasing house rents in the region.
Ekiti adopts digital solutions to improve maternal health, reach remote patients
The Ekiti State Government is implementing digital solutions to enhance maternal health care, allowing access to medical support through phone and messaging services.
NPC warns against violence, vote buying in Ekiti 2026 poll
The National Peace Commission has issued a warning against vote-buying and rising insecurity as Nigeria prepares for the governorship election in Ekiti State set for June 20, 2026.
Oyebanji praises Tinubuβs Ekiti road projects, wins Afenifere endorsement
Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has received the endorsement of the Afenifere socio-political organization for his re-election and commended President Tinubuβs support for road projects in the state.
Poly graduates urge Tinubu to end HND/BSc dichotomy
Graduates from Federal Polytechnic Ado Ekiti are urging Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to abolish the distinction between Higher National Diploma and Bachelor of Science degrees, promoting full degree-awarding status for polytechnics.
Ekiti First Lady urges end to female genital mutilation
Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, the First Lady of Ekiti State, calls for greater efforts to end female genital mutilation during a press engagement commemorating the International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM.
Ekiti commissioner highlights gains under Oyebanji
The Ekiti State Commissioner for Information asserts significant improvements in residents' living standards due to the achievements of Governor Biodun Oyebanji's administration.
NSCDC warns construction companies, contractors in Ekiti against vandalism
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has warned construction firms in Ekiti to stop vandalizing crucial fibre-optic cables and public properties.
Ekiti courts digitalise case management for effective justice system
The Ekiti State High Court is implementing a digital case management system to improve efficiency and reduce delays in the judicial process.
Kwara massacre: AbdulRazaq, Kogi, Ekiti governors visit survivors
Governors from Kwara, Kogi, and Ekiti states visited survivors of a recent terrorist attack in the Woro community in Nigeria, which resulted in significant casualties and raised security concerns in the region.
FUOYE VC highlights five-year achievements as Ooni, Sultan, Kukah honoured
The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, highlighted key achievements during his tenure at the university's 10th convocation, where notable Nigerians were also honored.
Oyebanji praises Fayemiβs contributions to Ekiti, Nigeria
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji celebrates former governor Kayode Fayemi on his 61st birthday, recognizing his contributions to the state's development.
Silence collapse of Ekiti public service
Ekiti public service is experiencing a decline characterized by employee resignation rather than confrontation, primarily due to unpaid leave bonuses and worsening fiscal conditions.
Man hangs self after attempting to kill daughter in Ekiti
A man in Ekiti State, Nigeria, has committed suicide after allegedly attempting to kill his daughter by slitting her throat.
Sultan, Ooni, Kukah receive honorary doctorates at FUOYE 10th convocation
The Federal University Oye-Ekiti awarded honorary doctorates to notable figures including the Sultan of Sokoto and the Ooni of Ife at its 10th convocation ceremony.
CSR: Airline breaks ground for Ekiti community health centre, borehole
United Nigeria Airlines has initiated the construction of a community health centre and borehole in Ado Ekiti to improve local healthcare and access to clean water.
Ekiti Chief Judge frees 57 awaiting trial inmates
The Ekiti State Chief Judge, Justice Lekan Ogunmoye, has released 57 awaiting trial inmates to allow them to rejoin their families, citing reasons such as lack of case evidence and health issues.
FUOYE VC urges innovation to sustain growth
The outgoing Vice Chancellor of the Federal University Oye Ekiti, Prof. Abayomi Fasina, emphasized the need for the university to adopt innovative strategies for sustained growth and development during his tenure review.
FG supplies Ekiti with 80,500 doses of livestock vaccines
The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has supplied 80,500 doses of vaccines to Ekiti State for the prevention of transboundary animal diseases.
My phone conversation with a friend on Ekiti
The article narrates a casual phone conversation between two friends discussing their busy lives and plans to meet up in Ekiti.
Oyebanji urges varsities to maintain stable academic calendar
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has called on state-owned tertiary institutions to uphold a stable academic calendar to enhance educational quality and rebuild public trust in higher education.
Oyebanji gifts Ekiti fire victims N35m
Governor Biodun Oyebanji has provided N35 million to fire victims in Ekiti State, with the government having spent approximately N100 million on similar incidents over the past year.
Oyebanji supports Ekiti fire victims with N35m
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has distributed N35 million to support victims of recent fire disasters in the state.
JAMB suspends exam townsβ selection for 2026 UTME candidates in Ekiti
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has halted the selection of exam towns for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination in Ekiti to improve accessibility for candidates.
Ekiti Baptist High School celebrates 70th anniversary
Ekiti Baptist High School in Igede Ekiti is celebrating its 70th anniversary, highlighting its significant influence on lives and communities over the decades.
Ekiti denies underfunding healthcare, says N19.65bn budgeted
The Ekiti State Government has stated that it has allocated N19.65 billion to the health sector in its 2026 budget, countering social media claims of inadequate funding for primary healthcare.
131 students bag first-class degrees as FUOYE graduates 7,396
At the Federal University Oye Ekiti, 131 of 7,396 graduating students achieved First Class degrees, according to Vice Chancellor Prof. Abayomi Fasina.