Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi has launched a sharp critique against Afe Babalola, a distinguished senior advocate of Nigeria (SAN), over his remarks on the developmental strides of previous administrations in Ekiti State. At the heart of the dispute, Babalola alleged on Monday that former governors of Ekiti had … Read more
According to him, the NGF looks forward to working with Adeleke and is committed to providing him with outstanding services, in line with global best practices The governors wished the governor-elect God’s guidance, strength, direction, and wisdom to deliver on his mandate to the people of Osun State EDITOR’S PICK Kaduna Train Attack: NGF Donates … Read more
Fayemi disclosed that he has already taken a position on whether to run for the office of the president in 2023 or not He, however, stated that it was not the right time to make his position known to Nigerians EDITOR’S PICK Rejection Of UTAS Will Prolong Strike Action – ASUU Osun 2022: Oyetola, Adeleke … Read more
Though the seven other aspirants with their supporters had in the morning thronged the APC secretariat to protest irregularities… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the immediate past Secretary to Ekiti State Government, Biodun Oyebanji has been declared winner of the governorship primary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State. The Chairman of the … Read more
He said not ending the security challenges within 17 months may mean that some people are benefitting from it EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has said bandits can be crushed within the remaining 17-month lifespan of the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. Speaking during an interview with Arise TV … Read more
Governor Fayemi Reacts to Death of Gbenga Aluko EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has described the death of Gbenga Aluko, a former Senator representing Ekiti South Senatorial District, as startling and tragic. The 58-year-old Ode-Ekiti-born politician and businessman died on Saturday in Abuja. Dr. Fayemi called Aluko’s death as … Read more
He said corps members who cannot join the military services can serve in their community without pay. Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has opined that one way to bring the current wave of insecurity to a halt is to recruit a large number of people to join the police and the military, on a … Read more
The Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, on Tuesday urged Nigerians to focus their attention more on governance rather than discussing election, power and succession in the 2023 election. He also frowned at the rot besetting the Local Governments in Nigeria, despite huge yearly budgetary allocations. The Governor, who represented by the Chairman, Senate Committee on … Read more
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum Chairman and Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi on Wednesday said security challenges are beyond the Nigerian military. This was according to a statement quoting him during his visit to Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State to condole with the government and people of Borno over an attack by the Boko … Read more
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has condemned the killing of over 40 rice farmers in Borno State, describing the attack as morally reprehensible. Ekohotblog gathered that they were beheaded on Saturday, by Boko Haram terrorists. The forum made this known in a statement by its Chairman, Kayode Fayemi, Governor of Ekiti State. According to him, … Read more
– NGF is set to meet with President Muhammadu Buhari and the nation’s Security Chiefs to dialogue on the worsening security state of the country – They expressed gratitude to God for sparing the life of the Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, and members of his team who were attacked by Boko Haram terrorists in … Read more
– Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi’s aides have tested positive to COVID-19 – This came after the Governor announced last Wednesday that he had tested positive to the virus and directed all his officials to undergo the test – The state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Olawale Fapohunda also confirmed that he … Read more
– The Ekiti state government has adopted a new education policy to include ICT in primary school curriculum – The State Executive Council presided over by Governor Kayode Fayemi adopted the policy at its virtual meeting held in Ado-Ekiti, on Friday, 24 July – The proposed policy will cover six thematic areas, which include: human … Read more
The Ekiti State Government has suspended its plan of reopening religious centres scheduled for July 17. Recall that Governor Kayode Fayemi had on July 1, announced the reopening of mosques and churches, which had been shut since March due to the coronavirus pandemic. They were asked to open once a week on Friday for Muslims … Read more
Ekiti State Government has commenced the recruitment of personnel into its security network called Amotekun Corps. The Commander of the Amotekun Corps, Brig.- Gen. Joe Komolafe (rtd), made this announcement on Wednesday while addressing Journalists in Ado-Ekiti. Komolafe noted that registration forms are free for eligible residents of the state, adding that people between 18 … Read more
The Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has announced the state government is making plans in order for schools across the state to reopen on July 20 for its graduating students. Ekohotblog on Monday reported that the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 at its briefing in Abuja okayed the resumption of schools for graduating students … Read more