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Ekiti Para Athletes Depart For 2026 National Para Games Ekiti State has officially flagged off its participation in the 2026 National Para Games, as the state’s contingent of para athletes departed Ado-Ekiti for Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, on Thursday, March 26, 2026. The team, made up of athletes, coaches, and officials, left from the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium amid excitement and optimism, signaling their readiness to compete with other contingents from across the country in the highly anticipated national event. In a farewell address, Technical Adviser to the Governor on Sports Development, Dr. , reaffirmed the strong commitment of Ekiti State Governor to promoting inclusivity and improving the welfare of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) through sustained investment in sports development. She charged the athletes to conduct themselves with discipline and pride, urging them to serve as worthy ambassadors of the state while representing Ekiti on the national stage. Dr. Ose...

Ekiti OTSD Assesses Ongoing Work At Oluyemi Kayode Stadium (3rd left) Dr Osetoba, (2cnd right) Dr Ekundayo  The Office Of Transformation And Service Delivery, under the leadership of Director General And Special Adviser To Ekiti State Governor, Dr John Ekundayo, has paid an inspection visit to the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado Ekiti. Dr Ekundayo, alongside members of his team, toured the facility where they were received by the Technical Adviser On Sports, Dr Mrs Olusola Osetoba, and the contractor handling the project. During the inspection, Dr Ekundayo noted that the level of work done had reached 70 percent, while also drawing the attention of the contractors to areas requiring correction.  He assured that the facility would further enhance sports development in Ekiti State, citing the improved performance of the state’s contingents at the recently concluded National Youth Games in Delta State. On the issue of maintenance, the Director General emphasized that his office...

Excitement Builds In Emure As Osetoba 10KM Marathon Nears Emure Local Government Area was thrown into excitement as athletes, sports enthusiasts, and stakeholders stormed the community in anticipation of the highly awaited Osetoba Marathon scheduled to hold tomorrow September 13, 2025. The sporting event, which has been the subject of intense discussions among residents, is organized by Dr. Mrs. Olusola Osetoba, the Technical Advisor on Sports Development to Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State. Organizers disclosed that the initiative is in direct alignment with the sports mandate of the present administration, particularly the focus on shared prosperity, grassroots development, and youth empowerment through physical and social engagement. Health screening  Earlier today, the organizing committee alongside the technical crew and officials of the Ekiti State Sports Council converged on the palace of the Elemure of Emure Ekiti, which has been designated as the official starti...

Torch of Unity Lands in Ekiti as State Gears Up for National Sports Festival Excitement is building in Ekiti State as the Torch of Unity, a symbolic emblem of national sportsmanship, arrived ahead of the 2024 National Sports Festival scheduled to hold in Ogun State from May 16 to 30. The arrival ceremony brought together key figures in Ekiti’s sports community, with Hon. Idowu Odebunmi, Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, highlighting Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s unwavering dedication to using sports as a catalyst for youth and human capital development. Dr. (Mrs.) Olusola Osetoba, Technical Advisor on Sports Development, also praised the governor’s efforts, stating that the state is fully prepared and motivated to participate in the festival with high hopes. Representing the National Sports Commission, Inkora Obora, who led the Torch of Unity team, emphasized that beyond competition, sports remain a powerful force for unity, peace, and national cohesion. Hon. Sunday Ola, Cha...

Dr. (Mrs.) Olusola Osetoba: A Year of Transformative Sports Development in Ekiti State It has been one impactful year since the appointment of Dr. (Mrs.) Olusola Osetoba as the Technical Advisor on Sports Development to the Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji.  In this period, the Emure-born sports administrator has quietly but effectively driven significant progress across the state’s sporting landscape, contributing to a renewed sense of purpose and direction within the sector. Under her watchful and proactive guidance, the sports ecosystem in Ekiti has witnessed remarkable upgrades, ranging from infrastructure development to athlete welfare.  Notable among the achievements is the renovation of the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, a key facility that now stands revitalized as a beacon of sporting pride for the state.  In addition, the installation of a new AstroTurf pitch has elevated the standard for training and competition, drawing commendations from stakeholders and ent...

  The technical Advisor on sports to Governor Biodun Oyebanji, Dr Mrs Olusola Osetoba had praised the efforts of the governor on ensuring that sports thrive in Ekiti state. Ekiti State's representatives at the recently concluded National Youth Games Zonal Elimination in Osogbo, Osun State, have returned home with impressive results. In her reaction, Osetoba expressed joy and pride in the team's achievements, promising more rewards for the athletes and coaches. She urged the team to remain focused on their ultimate goal of winning gold at the National Youth Games, explaining that they must pay the governor's efforts with medals when the main games commence. The team qualified for 5 ball games, including Male & Female Beach Volleyball, Male Hockey, Female Handball, Male Volleyball, and Female Cricket. The coaches and athletes dedicated their victories to Governor Biodun Oyebanji, praising his unwavering support despite the global economic challenges.  They commended the g...