The Jide Akinyemi Foundation distributed food and gifts worth millions to over 5,000 residents across Ekiti's 16 LGAs. The 'Ekiti Christmas Box of Love '25' aims to support vulnerable families and Governor Oyebanji's administration.
Oba Adetunji David Ajayi of Ise-Ekiti calls for state and federal intervention to renew roads, health, and water systems. He highlights the critical need ahead of the Ojoaduse festival.
Detty December 2024 drove record tourism & ₦1.02B box office revenue in Nigeria. Explore how this cultural movement fuels economic growth and diaspora reconnection for long-term national impact.
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele spreads festive cheer with N50 million cash and thousands of bags of rice, beans to all 177 wards in Ekiti State. Read about the massive distribution.
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has signed the N415.57 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law. The budget allocates 53% to recurrent and 47% to capital expenditure. Read the full details.
Nigeria Police and Ekiti State mourn the death of retired DIG Theophillus Akeredolu, a revered traditional leader and elder statesman. Read his full life story and career.
The Ekiti State Government has dismissed an EKSUTH surgeon for wrongly removing a patient's kidney. It will fund a new transplant and reorganise the hospital. Read the full report.
Ekiti State government dismisses surgeon, suspends team after probe finds kidneys removed without consent. Government to fund victim's transplant. Full story.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun urges private sector collaboration for youth sports development at Bosun Tijani Foundation basketball tournament. Read more.
Ekiti State government dismisses a surgeon and suspends team after probe into alleged illegal kidney removal. Patient to receive new transplant and two years of care. Full story.
Ekiti State Government dismisses surgeon, suspends team over botched kidney procedure. Govt to fund patient's new transplant and care. Full story on the EKSUTH scandal.
The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.
Dr Wole Oluyede, PDP's candidate for Ekiti's 2026 governorship, promises victory over Governor Oyebanji, focusing on wealth creation, health, and commercial farming. Read his full plan.
Nollywood star Lateef Adedimeji has unveiled his multi-billion-naira film village in Ekiti State, joining an exclusive club of actors with private production hubs. Governor Oyebanji commissioned the project.
The Francis & Fidelia Ibhawoh Foundation and CSED Initiative have rewarded St. Maria Goretti School's hockey team for winning silver at the National Youth Games. Read about the cash gifts and legacy of Nigeria's only school with a hockey Astro turf.
Ekiti Amotekun Corps arrests Olapade Ifeoluwa for alleged rape of a minor in Ilawe Ekiti. Suspect confessed, case transferred to police. Details on the arrest and similar past incident.
Prof. Adekunle Ajayi, outgoing CMD of FETHI, urges a national, multi-faceted strategy to combat brain drain, citing poor pay, insecurity, and poor infrastructure as key drivers. He highlights his 8-year achievements.
Ekiti Amotekun arrests Olapade Ifeoluwa for allegedly r@ping a minor in Ilawe Ekiti. Suspect blames the devil. Full details on the investigation and community response.
Accord Party formally endorses Opeyemi David Falegan for the 2026 Ekiti governorship race. He pledges youth empowerment and road repairs. Read the full story.
Businessman Isaac Fayose decries poverty in Ekiti, as civil servants queue from 3am for donated 2kg gas. He says the state is now a 'Fountain of Poverty'. Read more.
Dr. Aliyu Badaki, FTAN President, urges the Nigerian government to make tourism a central economic pillar. He highlights policy integration and new partnerships as key steps.
Tanzania's vital tourism sector faces a crisis as election violence and policy missteps lead to mass cancellations. Discover the impact on safaris and beaches.
Ekiti State Teaching Hospital launches probe after patient accuses doctors of kidney removal. A seven-man panel has ten days to investigate and submit its report. Full details inside.
Egypt's $300m Saint Catherine tourism project is damaging a UNESCO World Heritage site and displacing the indigenous Bedouin community. Read about the controversy.
Experts warn Nigeria's obsession with hosting international sports events is failing its athletes. A strategic shift to grassroots development, policy enforcement, and private sector trust is urgently needed to revive the nation's sporting glory.
Armed bandits have given Isapa community in Kwara a week to pay N300 million for 10 kidnapped victims, threatening to kill them and attack residents. Read the shocking details.
Governor Umo Eno flags off the 32-day Christmas Unplugged 3.0 festival in Uyo, highlighting tourism as a key economic pillar for Akwa Ibom State. Explore the cultural showcase!
Prudential Sports Limited spent over ₦65 million on awards, healthcare, and equipment for Gombe athletes. Chess prodigy Mercy Iliya won Best Athlete and a trip to Zimbabwe. Read the full story.
The National Sports Commission begins formal steps to create Nigeria's first official flag football governing body, aiming for inclusive governance and international representation. Read the full details.
African leaders gathered in Abuja for historic tourism expo, aiming to boost continent's global trade share from 3% to 10% by harnessing cultural wealth through new strategies and partnerships.