NUJ commends Ekiti Govt on road repairs, demands upgrade of Sports Facilities

By Precious Oham

The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Ekiti State Council, has commended the Ekiti State Government for the massive road repairs in the state.

In a communique issued at the end of its Congress in Ado-Ekiti, signed by the Secretary of the union, Kayode Babatuyi, they equally called on the administration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji to expedite action in upgrading the poor state of sport facilities in the state.

While urging residents of the state to participate fully in the forthcoming population and housing census, the congress lauded some Local Government Chairmen for their efforts in combating crime.

The Communique reads, “That the Congress commends the Ekiti State Government for massive repair of roads across the State which has enhanced vehicular movements.

“That the congress urges Ekiti residents to make themselves available for the forthcoming population and housing census as it would be of economic and political benefits for the State.

“The congress reminds Governor Oyebanji to ensure that an experienced journalist is appointed as commissioner for information to further consolidate on the relationship between his administration and the media.

“While commending the recent recruitment of primary school teachers, the Congress appeals to the state government to look into the poor state of some of the primary schools in the State and as well fill up vacancies in other sectors.

“The Congress equally appeals to the state government to checkmate the unprofessional activities of traffic wardens in Ado Ekiti.

“The union also condoles with the State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji over the demise  of the Onikogosi of Ikogosi, His Royal Majesty, Oba Elijah Olorunnisola, Otutubiosun III.

“The house lauded the step taken by some local government Chairmen for  providing security equipment to security agents, urging others to emulate such.

“The Congress urges Governor Oyebanji to look into the poor state of sport facilities at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium and upgrade sport facilities in primary and secondary schools.”