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EKITI GOVERNMENT MOVES TO DEMOLISH ILLEGAL STRUCTURES ON WATERWAYS TO CURB FLOODING

The Ekiti State Government has ordered the immediate identification and marking of illegal structures obstructing waterways for possible demolition to prevent flooding and its devastating effects. This directive was issued by the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, during the launch of the…

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National

WORLD BANK APPROVES ULTRA-MODERN ABATTOIR PROJECT FOR ADO-EKITI

The World Bank has given the green light for the construction of an ultra-modern abattoir in Ado-Ekiti under the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PRES) project. The initiative is aimed at strengthening the livestock value chain, boosting food safety, and fostering economic development…

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National

Tinubu’s Leadership Driving National Progress — Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the second anniversary of his administration, commending his leadership and the progress recorded across key sectors. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, Governor Oyebanji…

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National

Tinubu Hails Nigerians’ Resilience, Defends Bold Reforms at 2nd Anniversary

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the resilience and unyielding spirit of Nigerians as he marked the second anniversary of his administration. In a national address, the President expressed gratitude to citizens for their support and trust, recalling that he was elected at…

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Local

Oyebanji’s Visit to Ikun Dairy Farm Debunks Rumours, Highlights Progress

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed the success of the Ikun Dairy Farm project during an inspection visit to the facility in Ikun Ekiti. The farm, a Public-Private Partnership between the Ekiti State Government and Promasidor Nigeria Limited, has come under false…

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International

Elon Musk Exits Trump Administration After Controversial Tenure

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has officially exited the Trump administration following a contentious stint as a special government employee with the Department of Government Efficiency. His departure, confirmed by a White House official on Wednesday night, came without a formal send-off or direct…

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Local

Ekiti Government Expands School Feeding with Free Milk Initiative

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has unveiled plans to incorporate milk into the Federal Government's school feeding programme for all primary school pupils across the state. This initiative, aimed at improving the nutritional value of school meals, is part of broader efforts…

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Local

Ekiti Government Approves Selection Process for New Elesun of Esun Ekiti

The Ekiti State Government has approved the selection process initiated by kingmakers to fill the vacant royal stool of Elesun of Esun Ekiti, located in Ikole Local Government Area. This decision follows the death of Oba Babatunde Ogunsakin, who was tragically killed by…

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National Uncategorized

Tinubu Awaits New Ministerial Scorecards Ahead of Second-Year Milestone

With President Bola Tinubu set to mark his second year in office on 29 May, the Central Results Delivery and Coordination Unit (CDCU) is finalising updated performance scorecards for all federal ministries, presidency sources confirmed on Monday. The confidential assessment, covering the first…

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National

National Assembly, BudgIT Clash Over Alleged N6.93tn Budget Padding

A fresh controversy erupted on Monday between the National Assembly and civic organisation BudgIT over the alleged insertion of 11,122 projects worth N6.93 trillion into the 2025 Appropriation Bill. BudgIT accused lawmakers of padding the budget with projects that do not align with…