Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has outlined his plans for his second term, focusing on projects that will boost commerce, enhance productivity, and stimulate sustainable business growth. Speaking at a town hall meeting with stakeholders from the Ekiti North Senatorial District, Oyebanji emphasized that his administration's investments will be strategically channeled into critical sectors such as healthcare, electricity, road infrastructure, and water supply. This approach aims to improve living standards and drive economic productivity in the state.
The town hall meeting, part of preparations for the 2027 Budget, was held in Ifaki-Ekiti and attended by traditional rulers, community leaders, youth representatives, and other stakeholders. They pledged stronger support for Oyebanji's administration in his second term, which begins on October 16, 2026. The governor reiterated his commitment to inclusive governance and strengthening the consultative approach adopted by his administration to deepen public participation and reinforce unity across the state.
Oyebanji highlighted his administration's efforts to expand electricity access in some communities, but noted that progress has been constrained by existing legal frameworks that limit states to power generation without the authority to distribute electricity. He reaffirmed his belief in participatory governance, stressing that community inputs will guide project prioritization. The governor also commended traditional rulers for their support, particularly in intelligence gathering, which has contributed significantly to improved security in the state.
During the meeting, traditional rulers and stakeholders appealed to the government to address pressing issues in their areas. The Alaaye of Oke Ayedun, Oba Femi Aribisala, urged the government to intervene in the areas of road, water, and electricity, citing the lack of good road access and poor electricity supply as impediments to local economic growth. Oyebanji urged continued vigilance among residents, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in maintaining security.
In a related development, the Ekiti State Government has approved N9.54 billion for various projects aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure and improving access to quality medical services. The approval, part of the decisions reached at the seventh State Executive Committee meeting, includes the construction of new hospital buildings at General Hospitals in Ikogosi-Ekiti, Awo-Ekiti, and Ipao-Ekiti. Additionally, the government has approved road construction and the upgrading and rehabilitation of 104 high-yielding boreholes across Local Councils and Local Council Development Areas.
The state's Commissioner for Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, gave the breakdown of the approvals, emphasizing the administration's sustained commitment to advancing Universal Health Coverage across the state. These projects align with Oyebanji's vision of improving living standards and driving economic productivity through strategic investments in critical sectors. The governor's second term is expected to build on these initiatives, with a focus on deepening value addition and positioning the state's economy on a higher trajectory.
Oyebanji also declared that the state would take the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential polls very seriously, pledging intensified mobilization to increase the President's vote tally in the state. With his second term set to begin, Oyebanji's administration is poised to implement these projects and drive growth in Ekiti State.
Key points
- Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, outlines second-term projects focused on boosting commerce, enhancing productivity, and stimulating sustainable business growth.
- The Ekiti State Government approves N9.54 billion for healthcare infrastructure, road construction, and borehole rehabilitation projects.
- Oyebanji's administration prioritizes inclusive governance, community involvement, and strategic investments in critical sectors to drive economic growth.
