Oyebanji Hails OAU’S Long- Standing Reputation for Excellence

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has commended Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile Ife, for maintaining its enviable standard of long-standing reputation of excellence in academic, research and infrastructure as well as significant contribution to education and national development.

Governor Oyebanji, who gave the commendation on Tuesday in Ado-Ekiti when he received members of the institution’s Governing Council led by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Prof Siyan Oyeweso. The Governor emphasized that OAU has consistently upheld the glory of academic excellence since its establishment decades ago.

The Governor explained that over the years, the University has significantly contributed to nation building by producing exemplary leaders who have excelled in various sectors of the country’s economy,

According to a statement by the Special Adviser (Media) to the Governor, Yinka Oyebode, in Ado-Ekiti on Wednesday, Governor Oyebanji commended the Pro-Chancellor and the management of the University for their steadfast dedication to preserving the institution’s glory, the Governor called on all stakeholders, including the alumni, corporate bodies, and government agencies to support the development agenda of the institution, according to him, such collaboration would help to maintain the University’s reputation as a leader in education and research.

Earlier in his remark, the Chairman, Governing Council of OAU, Prof Siyan Oyeweso said the purpose of the meeting was to appreciate the Governor for his giant strides in the education sector, which according to him, have led to significant improvement in infrastructure, teachers’ welfare, and student performance in the state, adding that such progress has set a benchmark for other state to follow, while also fostering a culture of academic excellence and innovation.

He urged the Governor to extend similar support and development efforts to OAU, Stressing that the university stands to greatly benefit from enhanced collaboration with the state, particularly in area such as funding, infrastructure, and research development to further cement the institution’s position as a leading university in Nigeria and beyond

Also at the meeting were, Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr Niyi Adebayo; Commissioner for Education, Dr Adebimpe Aderiye, Special Adviser, Tertiary Education, Prof Akeem Azeez, Special Adviser Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode. The Vice Chancellor, OAU, Prof Adebayo Bamire, was also in the team together with top officials of the University.

Governor Oyebanji Reaffirms Commitment to Sports Development

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to sports development as a strategic tool for job creation and wealth generation.

Speaking on Friday during an inspection of the ongoing renovation of Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado-Ekiti, the Governor emphasised that sports would no longer be treated merely as a recreational activity but as an avenue to empower athletes and unlock economic opportunities.

Governor Oyebanji, visibly displeased with the substandard training conditions of athletes, assured them that his administration is working to transform the stadium to meet international standards. He further revealed that the government has awarded a contract worth over ₦7 billion for the construction of a state-of-the-art indoor sports hall, which is expected to be completed before the end of his administration.

Reaffirming his commitment to providing a conducive environment for athletes to excel, Governor assured the athletes of continued investment in modern facilities and structured training programmes that would position them for national and international competitions. He urged them to remain diligent, focused, and take full advantage of emerging opportunities.

“I came here this morning in continuation of what we started yesterday just to look at what is happening at the stadium. I recall that I was here last year, I went round, and I did not like what I saw, and I promised that we are going to revamp sports in Ekiti State.

“If you look at the six pillars of our administration, one of them is human capital development, that is where sport development is and I made a promise that we will use sport as an avenue to create job and wealth, that sport will no longer be a recreation activities, it will be a platform for sport lovers in sporting activities to make money and we can only do that if we put in place structures and building blocks that will allow you to exhibit your potentials,” the Governor said.

Technical Advisor on Sports Development, Dr (Mrs) Olusola Osetoba, commended the Governor’s visionary leadership, noting that his proactive steps have repositioned sports as a tool for youth empowerment, job creation, and economic growth.

Speaking on behalf of the athletes, the Captain of Ekiti United Football Club, Mr Makanjuola Ayodeji, expressed gratitude to the Governor for his unparalleled support. He highlighted significant improvements under the present administration, including salary increments, new kits, travel allowances, and performance bonuses.

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Governor Oyebanji Inspects Key Projects to Ensure Quality Delivery

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the timely and high-quality execution of critical infrastructure projects across Ekiti State.

Yesterday, Governor Oyebanji conducted an on-the-spot assessment of three major projects in Ado-Ekiti:

✅ The Central Business District (CBD) at Atikankan
✅ The International Centre for Art and Culture
✅ The Revenue House (EKIRS Headquarters)

Recognising the importance of firsthand inspection, Governor Oyebanji emphasised that while regular monitoring by relevant agencies is crucial, direct engagement provides a clearer evaluation of progress and ensures adherence to quality standards.

Expressing satisfaction with the level of work done so far, he reiterated his administration’s commitment to ensuring that every project meets the highest standards and contributes to the long-term economic and infrastructural development of Ekiti State.

FUOYE VC wins prestigious awards

… Arogundade congratulates Fasina

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The National President of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) Alumni Association, Temitope Arogundade has congratulated Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina on winning the Daily Independent Vice-Chancellor Award 2024.

It will be recalled that the Board of Editors of Independent Newspapers Limited unanimously voted Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina as an Independent Vice Chancellor of the Year 2024.

According to Newspaper, “The award Is given in recognition of the excellence he has engineered in the young and fledgling ivory tower through transformational leadership, vision and innovation in the institution.

Arogundade, the President of the association noted that the prestigious recognition reflects Professor Fasina’s exceptional leadership and transformative contributions to the University

According to Comrade Arogundade “As the Vice-Chancellor of FUOYE, Professor Fasina has played a crucial role in driving the university’s growth and development. His vision and dedication have earned him widespread acclaim,”

He, who has collaborated closely with Professor Fasina, praised his commitment to excellence and his passion for creating a positive impact on society.

“Professor Fasina has transformed the university, establishing it as one of the best among its peers since its inception in 2011. The university has also experienced rapid infrastructure development under his administration, all of which contributed to this honorable award,” said Arogundade.

“On behalf of the Alumni Association, I extend heartfelt congratulations to our esteemed Vice-Chancellor for this remarkable achievement.

According to the report, it was gathered that the Alumni Association has actively supported various university development projects, under Arogundade’s leadership.

Some of projects included; the commissioning of a new alumni building, the donation of refrigerators during a recent accreditation, and financial contributions towards the Fasina Conference Center project, among many other initiatives that benefited the university.

Bishop Temitope Arogundade is the pioneer President of the Alumni Association, the President and his team has contributed immensely to the development of the university

BREAKING: FG dumps REMITA, unveils new revenue collection platform today

4th March 2025

The Federal Government will today, March 4, 2025, unveil a new payment platform to replace REMITA, which has been used for revenue collection.

This was revealed in a memo from the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, dated February 28, 2025, and obtained by The PUNCH on Monday.

The new platform, named Treasury Management & Revenue Assurance System, is designed to streamline and manage federal revenue collections and payments across ministries, departments, and agencies, including those benefiting from donor funds, trust funds, social security funds, and special funds.

“The system would go live on March 4, 2025, as it will be deployed in two phases,” the memo noted.

According to the memo, the first phase will cover payments and collections for the naira component only.

It will also enable the OAGF and MDAs to generate bank statements, track balances, and activate automatic deduction and remittance of taxes associated with vendor and contractor payments, including VAT, Withholding Tax, and Stamp Duty.

The second phase, expected to commence on June 1, 2025, will cover collections and payments involving foreign exchange and integration with MDA Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

“This phase shall also cover activation of the budget module for MDAs not in the national budget and other non-budgetary financial activities to enforce budget control,” the memo stated.

The document further emphasised that automatic deduction of 50% of Internally Generated Revenue from Federal Government agencies and parastatals will remain in effect.

“The split will be managed through the front-end of the TMRAS. The system is designed to automatically split IGR to ensure immediate remittance of the split to both the Federal Government’s account and the dedicated accounts of the respective MDA. Additionally, the system generates and provides detailed reports to both the OAGF and the MDA for transparency and accountability.”

It added that all extra-budgetary payments, including those from Special Accounts, will now be processed exclusively through TMRAS.

“This measure is aimed at completely eliminating the issuance of manual mandates to further enhance transparency, accountability, and efficient management of public funds,” the memo stated.

Additionally, only CBN-licensed Payment Solution Service Providers approved by the OAGF will be permitted to collect government revenue.

“MDAs are advised to direct all PSSPs currently collecting on their behalf to connect with the official CBN-payment gateway, for instant coordination of government collections on the platform. The process of profiling PSSPs shall commence immediately, and approved PSSPs by the Treasury shall be certificated and listed on the TMRAS for collections.”

To ensure a smooth transition, REMITA will continue running concurrently with TMRAS from March 4 to May 4, 2025.

“After this transition period, all MDAs would have stabilised on the new platform and will be expected to initiate their payments only on TMRAS,” it added.

Acoording to the Federal Government, the new system aligns with the commitment of the Coordinating Minister of Finance and National Economy, Wale Edun, to achieve “effective Treasury Management, Revenue Assurance, and improved Budget Performance of all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, including Federal Government-Owned Enterprises.”

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RUGIPO converts Varsity of Agric

The Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has approved the upgrade and conversion of the Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo to a University of Agriculture and Agribusiness.

Announcing the conversion of the school to University of Agriculture and Agribusiness on his assumption of office after inauguration, Governor Aiyedatiwa said the school will be the model for the agric and food security revolution initiative of the state government.

The Governor added that a committee will be set up by the government to work out the modalities for the implementation of the conversion while assuring that this will not have any negative effects on the current students and staff of the institution.

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Nollywood Icons Toyin Adegbola and Peju Ogunmola Shine at FUOYE EDUTECHMENT Event…

By K.Motunrayo

The Federal University of Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) recently hosted the EDUTECHMENT event, an initiative aimed at inspiring students and promoting innovation in education. The programme had in attendance the students in their large numbers and members of staff who had come to see the artists in real life performance.

Actress Toyin Adegbola

Prof. Fasina, in his welcome address to all attendees, expressed gratitude to the guests for accepting the invitation.
Speaking at the event, Nigerian Nollywood star and President, Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria, Dele Odule, expressed his appreciation to FUOYE management for organizing such a meaningful event.

In her address, the Director of FUOYE Advancement Centre, Prof. Olubukola Oyawoye, said, “The programme is to inspire students to explore the intersection of technology and education and to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. Prof. Oyawoye further stated that the Edutechment programme was organized to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in an increasingly technology and entertainment-driven world.

The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the presence of two Nollywood icons: Toyin Adegbola and Peju Ogunmola.
The veteran actresses, known for their captivating performances on screen, were in attendance to inspire and motivate the students. Toyin Adegbola and Peju Ogunmola’s presence at the event was met with excitement and admiration from the students, who were thrilled to see their screen idols up close.

from left: Actress Toyin Adegbola,Actress Peju Ogunmola and the Vice Chancellor, Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina

In recognition of their excellent contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry, Toyin Adegbola and Peju Ogunmola were honored with Cultural Icon Awards. This prestigious recognition is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and enduring impact on the industry.

The EDUTECHMENT event was a resounding success, thanks to the inspiring presence of Toyin Adegbola, Peju Ogunmola, and other notable guests.
The event served as a shining example of the university’s commitment to innovation, education, and the arts.

SSANU trains NEC members

The National Executive Council (NEC) has trained it members at the Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

The training, which took place on Monday, 24th February 2025, provided a platform for NEC members to enhance their skills and knowledge on effective leadership and governance.

It was an opportunity for NEC members to engage in meaningful discussions, share experiences, and learn from each other. The training program was carefully designed to equip members with the necessary tools and expertise to effectively discharge their duties as NEC members.

Members of the National Executive Council thanked the National President, Comrade M. H. Ibrahim fnipr, fnli, fciml, manupa for the opportunities he has been given to them.

Oguntoyinbo Wins Dele Odule Prize Award

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Oguntoyinbo Damilare Joshua has been named the winner of the Dele Odule Prize for the best-graduating student in the Department of Theatre and Media Arts, Federal University of Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE).

Graduating with an impressive Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.65, Oguntoyinbo received this award in recognition of his outstanding academic achievements and his contributions to the department.

The momentous announcement was made by the renowned Nigerian actor and President of the Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria, Dele Odule, during the groundbreaking EDUTECHMENT ceremony organized by Directorate of Advancement at the University.

The EDUTECHMENT ceremony aimed to inspire students and promote innovation in education. It was a resounding success, featuring notable personalities, including Nollywood icons Toyin Adegbola and Peju Ogunmola.

Oguntoyinbo’s achievement is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and passion for the arts. Throughout his time at FUOYE, he consistently demonstrated exceptional talent, creativity, and leadership skills, distinguishing himself among his peers.

In his acceptance speech, Oguntoyinbo expressed heartfelt gratitude to the university, the department, and Chief Dele Odule for recognizing his efforts.

In his words ” I am happy for today, I want to especially appreciate the Vice Chancellor, Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina for the enabling environment which allowed me to thrive”

I also want to thank Chief Dele Odule for this great award. I am so grateful to you. I promise this initiative will spur me to do more in my academic endeavours

The Director Prof Mrs Olubukola Oyawoye also thanked Dele Odule for this great gesture.

“His achievement serves as an inspiration to fellow students and highlights the department’s commitment to excellence in arts education” Director of Advancement Centre added

Congratulations to Oguntoyinbo Damilare Joshua on this well-deserved recognition

Edutechment: FUOYE honours Nigerian Artists

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The Edutechment programme held at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti was a prestigious event that honored esteemed educators and renowned Nollywood artists with awards.

This event was part of the week-long activities for the 9th Convocation ceremony at the rapidly growing Federal University Oye-Ekiti. It featured prominent figures from the Nigerian entertainment industry, including Femi Adebayo, Pa Peter Fatomilola, Toyin Adegbola, Dele Odule, King Dr. Saheed Osupa, Muyideen Oladapo, Peju Ogunmola, among many others.

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina, opened the event with a warm welcome to all attendees and expressed gratitude to the guests for accepting the invitation.

He defined “Edutechment” as a blend of Education, Technology, and Entertainment.

In her address, the Director of the Advancement Centre, Professor Olubukola Oyawoye, welcomed the invited guests and participants to this groundbreaking event.

She explained that the purpose of the programme is to inspire students to explore the intersection of technology and education, and to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems.

Professor Oyawoye further stated that the Edutechment programme was organized to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in an increasingly technology- and entertainment-driven world.

Speaking at the event, Nigerian Nollywood star, Dele Odule expressed his appreciation to the university management for organizing such a meaningful event.

He also made a generous commitment to provide a scholarship of 50,000 Naira each year to the best student in the Theatre Arts department for the next 10 years, showcasing his support and dedication to education and the arts.

Also, Femi Adebayo appreciated the Management of the institution for organising the programme.

The Nollywood star spoke about getting talents from theatre arts for his next project

Meanwhile, King Dr Saheed Osupa also extended his appreciation to the university and urged the students to be more serious in their studies

” school is never a scam” he added

Other prominent Nigerians at the event Viz; Commissioner of Art and Culture, Ekiti State, and FUOYE Don, Professor Ojo Rasaki Bakare, Commissioner for Youth, Ekiti state, Mr. Seun Fakuade among others were also awarded at the epoch event