Thursday, July 2, 2026

Ekiti State

May 8, 2025

Man, 40, arraigned in Ekiti over alleged theft of goats

Mr Oriyomi said that the defendant and others now at large stole five goats valued at N600, 000.

Goats used to illustrate the story
May 6, 2025

Ekiti govt restates ban on use of beaded crowns by chiefs, individuals

The deputy governor warned individuals and chiefs from wearing such crowns in the name of observing yearly or monthly cultural practices.

Ekiti governor, Biodun Oyebanji
April 30, 2025

Ekiti North leaders endorse Gov Oyebanji, deputy for second term

In January and February, the leaders of the Ekiti South and Central districts endorsed the governor and his deputy for reelection

Ekiti governor, Biodun Oyebanji
April 22, 2025

Interior minister orders probe of NSCDC officers over alleged N5.2 million extortion

A social media post alleged that some personnel of the NSCDC extorted N5.2 million from a group of young men travelling from Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, to Akure.

NSCDC armed female squad
April 17, 2025

Man sentenced to death by hanging for attempted murder, armed robbery

The judge said, “Consequently, the defendant is hereby sentenced to death by hanging, may God have mercy upon his soul.’’

Local courtroom
March 19, 2025

 Man, 27, arraigned over alleged theft of PoS machine, phone

The chief magistrate adjourned the case until April 17 for hearing.

Court room
March 10, 2025

25-year-old bags life jail term for kidnapping traditional ruler in Ekiti

The 25-year-old convict was arraigned before Justice Adekunle Adeleye on March 8, 2023.

Court Gavel
February 25, 2025

Court sentences two Ekiti teachers to 44-year jail term for raping pupils

In her testimony before the court, one of the victims said that one of the convicts, Ajibola, was her computer teacher, and always disturbing her while in class.

Local courtroom
February 4, 2025

Gov Oyebanji  says Ekiti will provide affordable buildings for businesses

Mr Oyebanji commended the management of the corporation for conceptualising the project.

Ekiti State Governor; Gov Biodun Oyebanji
January 19, 2025

Ekiti Lawmaker plans talent hunt competition for para-athletes

Mr Rotimi said that he was confident that the initiative would make a positive impact in the lives of para-athletes in Ekiti State.

Ekiti governor, Biodun Oyebanji