Ekiti's Governor Oyebanji Unveils New Economic Blueprint

Governor Biodun Oyebanji is redefining Ekiti's development strategy in his second term by focusing on industrialisation and support for small businesses. After establishing essential infrastructure during his first term, including the construction of nearly 400 kilometres of roads and improved electricity access, Oyebanji aims to convert these investments into productive economic opportunities.

His economic blueprint emphasizes local processing of agricultural products to add value and create jobs, moving away from exporting raw commodities. Oyebanji stated that the next phase of governance will be judged by the economic activities generated by these projects, rather than just the scale of public works completed.

The goal is to foster an integrated economic system where farmers, processors, manufacturers, and small businesses contribute to a cycle of growth, thereby deepening the shared prosperity agenda in Ekiti.