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Ekiti State Police have apprehended two individuals in connection with an assault on National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) officials in Ikere-Ekiti. The suspects are also linked to the destruction of campaign materials belonging to an APC governorship candidate.
The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), led by National Secretary Babatunde Ali, is advocating for true federalism that ensures fair resource distribution among Nigerians. This statement was made at the launch of their governorship campaign in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
The Court of Appeal in Akure has validated the outcome of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) primary elections in Ekiti State, confirming Dr. Wole Oluyede as the party’s selected candidate for governor. This ruling overturns a previous decision by the Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti.
The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Ekiti State, Dr. Bunmi Omoseyindemi, has emphasized the commission's dedication to transparency in the upcoming governorship election scheduled for June 20. He called on journalists to ensure accuracy in their reporting to support democratic processes.
The Ekiti State government has taken legal action against 54 individuals for contravening the monthly environmental sanitation exercise held across the state. One person received a pardon from the Magistrate Court.
Seven residents of Erinmope-Ekiti were abducted, with gunmen releasing six after receiving a N25 million ransom. Tragically, one victim, Hawau Suleiman, collapsed and died while in captivity.
A 27-year-old man has been brought before a Chief Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti, charged with indecently touching a woman named Oluwabusayo without her consent on February 1, 2026.
In Ekiti State, four suspects have been arraigned for alleged theft and unlawful possession of weapons. They are accused of stealing cattle valued at N10 million and unlawfully grazing on private lands.
In a distressing case in Ekiti State, kidnappers have taken two relatives of five abducted women hostage after they attempted to deliver a reduced ransom. The total family members now held captive has risen to seven.
The Ekiti State government has set a target of N8.8 trillion for its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the 2026 fiscal year, supported by a budget of N415.572 billion. Significant investments will be made in infrastructure, agriculture, and education.
Authorities in Ekiti State have apprehended one suspect following the discovery of an illegal baby factory in the Ikere local government area. The police have rescued several children believed to be victims of exploitation.
The Ekiti State Government has decided to place Oba Williams Adesoye, the Elepe of Epe-Ekiti, on probation due to claims of misconduct and autocratic rule. This action comes in response to ongoing demands from residents for his removal.
