I am delighted to extend my heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, on the occasion of your second anniversary in office as Governor of Ekiti State. Your Excellency, over the past two years, your administration has exemplified a strong commitment to the development and well-being of Ekiti Kete. Your visionary approach to governance is evident in your numerous…
On this special occasion of your 45th birthday, we celebrate not just your extraordinary leadership but also the personal qualities that make you stand out as a remarkable individual. Your wisdom, compassion, humility, and deep respect for others have not only shaped your professional life but also earned you the admiration of everyone fortunate to know you. As Commissioner for…
Today, we celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, a global movement to recognize the rights and potential of our girls. As a representative of the people, I reaffirm my commitment to empowering girls in our community and ensuring they have access to quality education, healthcare, and opportunities for growth. The theme ‘Our Time is Now – Our Rights,…
On this occasion of Simi Olusola’s first posthumous birthday, I join family, friends, and well-wishers in celebrating the life and legacy of a truly remarkable woman. Simi was a force for good, whose influence and contributions to her community will forever shine as a beacon of light for all young people—especially young women—seeking models of courage, resilience, and diligence in…
Abuja, FCT – Saturday, October 5, 2024 – The House of Representatives has expressed its gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for addressing a significant historical oversight by conferring the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) on the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD. This action restores the constitutional parity between both chambers…
On this special occasion of World Teachers’ Day, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr. has commended the exceptional teachers in Ekiti North 1 for their invaluable contributions to education and nation-building. Rep. Rotimi expressed deep gratitude to the teachers for their dedication and resilience in shaping the future of children within the constituency. “Our teachers are the backbone of society. Their commitment…
With a heavy heart, I join the people of Ijelu-Ekiti, Oye Local Government Area, the All Progressives Congress (APC) family, and the entire Ekiti State in mourning the passing of Hon. Israel Akindele Ogungbuyi, a former Chairman of Oye Local Government Council, as he is laid to rest today. I had the privilege of knowing the dear departed since the…
In my legislative work, I look forward to sharing more about collaborations with civil society organizations (CSOs) and individuals who don’t just agonize over our challenges but actively work alongside us to address these issues. A recent example is the Sexual Harassment in Tertiary Educational Institutions Prohibition Bill, which benefited greatly from the efforts of two Ekiti kinsmen: Omowunmi Ogunmoroti,…
Abuja, FCT | Wednesday, October 2, 2024 – The House of Representatives wishes to clarify recent reports suggesting that it rejected the National Honour conferred on the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, during the 64th Independence Anniversary celebrations. Intent of the Motion: The motion, sponsored by Rep. Philip Agbese and co-signed by over 200 members, raised concerns about the…
Abuja, FCT | Tuesday, October 1, 2024 – The House of Representatives today celebrates an exemplary leader, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Speaker of the 10th Assembly, on the occasion of his birthday and conferment of a national honour on him. Speaker Abbas has consistently demonstrated the qualities of a nation-builder through his humility, accessibility, and extraordinary capacity for consensus-building. His…
