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2/3/2025, 2:58:49 PM

*Tragedy: Mentally-Ill Woman Drowns in An Ekiti River* A devastating incident occurred in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, on Sunday, as a middle-aged woman suspected to be mentally ill drowned in a deep river located on Akin Akeju Street, opposite the Ekiti State Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH). Eyewitnesses reported that the woman, who was receiving treatment at a traditional healing home, deliberately jumped into the river while on an errand. Residents described her actions as intentional, suggesting a possible suicide attempt. Investigations revealed that the deceased had previously attempted to jump into the river but was stopped by passersby. Unfortunately, she returned later and successfully jumped into the river, resulting in her tragic death. The woman's body was recovered from the river after local residents alerted security agents. The incident has left the community in shock, and an investigation is expected to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, SP Sunday Abutu, was unavailable for comment on the incident. 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑬𝑲𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP3AqHLHQdNZ6UeL10

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2/3/2025, 4:31:43 PM

*Tinubu Swears In Ex-Ekiti Reps Member,Ogunlola, 17 Others As RMAFC Federal Commissioners* President Bola Tinubu has sworn in 18 new federal commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), including a former member of the House of Representatives from Ekiti State, Hon Wumi Ogunlola. Ogunlola represented Ijero, Efon, and Ekiti West Federal constituency in the 9th National Assembly . The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Council Chambers of the State House in Abuja, also included the inauguration of eight new federal permanent secretaries. The event took place just before the commencement of the first Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting. *New Permanent Secretaries:* - Onwusoro Ihemelandu (Abia State) - Ndiomu Philip (Bayelsa State) - Anuma Nlia (Ebonyi State) - Ogbodo Nnam (Enugu State) - Kalba Usman (Gombe State) - Usman Aminu (Kebbi State) - Oyekunle Nwakuso (Rivers State) - Nadungu Gagare (Kaduna State) *New RMAFC Commissioners:* - Linda Oti (Abia) - Akpan Effiong (Akwa Ibom) - Enefe Ekene (Anambra) - Prof. Steve Ugba (Benue) - Chief Eyonsa (Cross River) - Aruviere Egharhevwe (Delta) - Nduka Awuregu (Ebonyi) - Victor Eboigbe (Edo) - Wumi Ogunlola (Ekiti) - Ozo Obodougo (Enugu) - Kabir Mashi (Katsina) - Adamu Fanda (Kano) - Dr. Kunle Wright (Lagos) - Aliyu Abdulkadir (Nasarawa) - Bako Shetima (Niger) - Nathaniel Adejutelegan (Ondo) - Saad Ibrahim (Plateau) - Modu-Aji Juluri (Yobe) - Bello Garba_ (Zamfara) - Mohammed Usman (Gombe) President Tinubu urged the new appointees to demonstrate diligence, innovation, and commitment in their duties, emphasizing their crucial role in advancing the administration's governance and development agenda. 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑬𝑲𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP3AqHLHQdNZ6UeL10

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2/1/2025, 10:40:10 PM

*Ekiti State Tackles Tomato and Pepper Scarcity with Innovative Partnership* Ekiti State has launched a groundbreaking initiative to address the recurring scarcity of tomatoes and peppers between April and June every year. The state government has partnered with East West Seeds Ltd to provide high-quality seeds of tomatoes (Platinum 701 F1), peppers (Piquante Red F1), and cucumbers (Daewy F1) to local farmers. *Key Beneficiaries:* - _Youth Farmers:_ Those operating at Erinfun will be the first to benefit from the initiative. - _Farm Clusters:_ Several farm clusters with access to water will also receive support. - _PostAgvest Farmers:_ Farmers under PostAgvest in Erio Ekiti and Awo Ekiti will be included in the program. - _Independent Farmers:_ Standalone farmers interested in participating will also receive support. East West Seeds Ltd and PostAgvest will provide training to farmers on raising healthy seedlings, which will be distributed to the farmers. The partners have also committed to offering on-field support, training, and coaching to ensure the success of the farmers. Ilu Eye Agro Trading and Aggregation company will facilitate market access for the farmers, ensuring that consumers in Ekiti State benefit from the government's support and investment. 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑬𝑲𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP3AqHLHQdNZ6UeL10

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2/3/2025, 11:06:19 AM

*Refreshing Testimony: Ado-Ekiti, a Haven of Peace* A corps member from Rivers State, serving in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, just shared his amazing experience! "Ado-Ekiti, the headquarters of Ekiti State, is VERY PEACEFUL! Since I arrived, I've never heard anyone say ' *who goes there*' 😂😂" Kudos to Ekiti People for providing a safe and secure environment for all! 🙌 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑬𝑲𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP3AqHLHQdNZ6UeL10

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2/2/2025, 3:59:57 PM

*Nature's Marvel: 'Married' Palm Tree and Human-Head Shaped Tree Stun Ayegbaju Ekiti* In a bizarre and fascinating discovery, a unique palm tree has been spotted "married" to another tree, with the latter bearing an uncanny resemblance to a human head, complete with a nose, eyes, and mouth. Locals and visitors alike are flocking to witness this natural wonder, which has left the community in awe. The palm tree and its unusual partner have become an unlikely sensation, sparking curiosity and debate about the possible explanations behind this phenomenon. As news of the "odd couple" spreads, Ayegbaju Ekiti is attracting attention from botanists, tourists, and anyone fascinated by the unusual and unexplained. Video Credit: DG, Bureau of Tourism, Amb. Wale Ojo Lanre 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑬𝑲𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP3AqHLHQdNZ6UeL10

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2/1/2025, 1:00:48 PM

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2/3/2025, 7:23:57 PM

*Ekiti State Rolls Out 3000 Prepaid Meters: Here's How to Get Yours* The Ekiti State Electricity Regulatory Bureau has announced the rollout of 3000 prepaid meters for interested consumers in Ado-Ekiti, starting from Monday, February 3, 2025. To get your prepaid meter, follow these simple steps: - *Visit the Office*: Head to the Ekiti State Electricity Regulatory Bureau office, located at Phase V, Bamidele Agbede Building, State Secretariat Complex, Ado-Ekiti. - *Purchase the Meter*: Buy your prepaid meter from the licensed Meter Access Providers (MAP) designated by the State Electricity Regulatory Bureau. - *Fill Out the Application*: Complete the application form and provide the necessary documentation. - *Make Payment*: Pay for the prepaid meter at any of the designated banks. The Ekiti State Electricity Regulatory Bureau will oversee the sales and installation of the prepaid meters. For more information, you can contact the Bureau directly at 09025135387 or via email at [email protected] *PLEASE SHARE !!* 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑬𝑲𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP3AqHLHQdNZ6UeL10

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2/3/2025, 4:57:39 PM

*Ekiti School Shines at National Robotics Competition, to Represent Nigeria in Australia* Shepherd International College, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, has emerged victorious at the National Robotics Competition in Abuja, earning the right to represent Nigeria in Australia. The three-day competition, which drew participation from 39 schools across the country, including federal and private institutions, saw Shepherd International College secure the First Prize in the Motive Award and Fourth Place overall. This achievement marks the school's second major triumph in the field of robotics, having previously won the Programming Award at the 2024 Federal Robotics Competition in Abuja. The school's representative expressed gratitude and pride, stating, "This victory is a testament to our students' hard work and dedication over the past year. We appreciate God's guidance and look forward to representing Nigeria in Australia." 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑬𝑲𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP3AqHLHQdNZ6UeL10

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1/31/2025, 8:08:54 PM

*Ekiti State Governor Pays Respects at Funeral of Erelu Abiodun Anthonia Ayeni* The Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Habibat Adubiaro, at the funeral mass of Erelu Abiodun Anthonia Ayeni, wife of renowned businessman Dr. Akintunde Ayeni, popularly known as YEMKEM. The ceremony took place this morning at the St. Peter and Paul Catholic Pro Cathedral in Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State. Erelu Ayeni's passing has been met with an outpouring of tributes from various dignitaries, including the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, who described her as a "pillar of strength" and an "embodiment of grace and elegance". Dr. Ayeni, the founder and CEO of Yem-Kem International, had recently celebrated his wife's 55th birthday, just three days before her untimely passing on January 6, 2025. 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑬𝑲𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP3AqHLHQdNZ6UeL10

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2/2/2025, 4:52:09 PM

*Important Safety Notice for Iworoko Visitors and EKSU Students* *URGENT: Stay Indoors Before 8 PM This Week* To ensure your safety, please be aware that the indigenes of Iworoko will be conducting a traditional sacrifice this week. *Precautionary Measures:* - All visitors and EKSU students living in Iworoko are advised to stay indoors before 8 PM throughout the week. - Please adhere to this instruction to avoid any potential risks. Your safety is our top priority. Stay safe and stay informed! *PLEASE SHARE !!!* 𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑬𝑲𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒑 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAP3AqHLHQdNZ6UeL10