The Ekiti State Government has approved over N3 billion for several developmental projects, including the purchase of medical equipment, land clearing for agriculture, and security infrastructure.
The decisions were made during the State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Friday.
According to the Commissioner for Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, N3.1 billion was allocated for the supply and installation of medical equipment at the multipurpose building of the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH) in Ado-Ekiti. An additional N223.8 million was approved as facilitator fees for equipping the MSME/ICT hub project.
In addressing security, the government allocated N234.4 million for constructing six new security houses and renovating two existing ones in selected farm settlements across the state.
To promote agriculture and empower young people, the government approved N264.8 million for clearing 200 hectares of land for youth in agriculture programs in Ado and Ekiti-West Local Government Areas. Another N2.35 billion was set aside for clearing 1,000 hectares of land under the Youth in Agriculture Programme. This initiative aims to support dry-season farming for targeted communities and cooperatives.
The projects will span various locations, including Aramoko, Ogbese, Ise, Iyemero, Ikere, and Oke Ako, with 23 vendors expected to complete the land-clearing tasks within three months.
The state also approved the implementation of the Ekiti State Youth Policy, a roadmap to empower youths for national development. Covering 2024 to 2028, the policy will be executed by both public and private sector stakeholders, including NGOs.
In the water and sanitation sector, the council repealed the Ekiti State Water Supply, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Sector Law No. 2 of 2021. It has been replaced with the Ekiti State Water Resources, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Sector Law 2024. The new law aims to regulate and improve water, sanitation, and hygiene services across the state.
These initiatives underscore the Oyebanji-led administration’s commitment to health, agriculture, security, youth empowerment, and improved infrastructure. By implementing these projects, the state aims to foster sustainable growth and enhance the quality of life for its residents.
