When Ekiti Decided to Shock the World — The Birth of Visit Ekiti

Let’s be honest, if you ask most Nigerians about Ekiti, the first thing they’ll probably say is, “Ah, that’s the land of professors!” And they’re right. But lately, Ekiti seems to be proving that we can do more than just produce brilliant minds; we can also produce magic, the kind that flows through waterfalls, dances on hills, and hums through the laughter of our people.

That’s why the air in Ado-Ekiti felt different that day — like the state itself knew something historic was about to happen. The banners fluttered with pride, the drums rolled in rhythm, and smiles stretched wide as the world witnessed the official launch of Visit Ekiti, a visionary tourism initiative birthed by Mr. Ogunro Ayodeji Success.

It wasn’t your typical event with empty speeches and handshakes. This one carried purpose. It carried pride. It carried the heartbeat of a people who have decided that their story deserves to be told, loudly and beautifully.

Representing the Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Hon. Akin Rotimi Jr., I had the privilege of standing before a hopeful audience, speaking about a truth we’ve all ignored for too long: “Ignoring Ekiti’s tourism potential is like ignoring where Nigeria’s future is going when it comes to tourism.”

And I meant every word.

Because Ekiti is not just a collection of hills and waterfalls. It is a living story — one that speaks of resilience, innovation, and cultural pride. Our state carries in its valleys the echoes of our ancestors’ courage, and in its rivers, the whispers of a people who never stopped dreaming. Every stream, every path, every stone tells of a land blessed beyond measure but waiting to be rediscovered.

The highlight of the event was the grand unveiling of www.visitekiti.com — a digital gateway built to give tourists a seamless and immersive experience when exploring Ekiti. But let’s be clear: this is not just another tourism website. It’s a bridge, a warm, welcoming hand reaching out to the world, saying, “Come and see what makes our home truly special.”

Through this platform, travelers can now plan their journeys, discover hidden gems, connect with local culture, and feel the warmth of Ekiti before they even set foot on our soil. It’s technology meeting tradition, and the outcome is simply beautiful.

Hon. Akin Rotimi Jr. congratulates the organizers and commends Mr. Ogunro for his foresight and passion. He believes that initiatives like Visit Ekiti are more than tourism projects, they are economic multipliers. They rewrite narratives, attract investors, create jobs, and most importantly, give young Ekiti people a reason to be proud of where they come from.

When we talk about tourism, we often think of faraway lands — beaches in Zanzibar, safaris in Kenya, deserts in Dubai. But right here in Ekiti, we have waterfalls that rival nature’s best, hills that hug the clouds, and people whose hospitality could melt the coldest heart.

Ekiti is ready. Nigeria is watching. And the world is about to see what makes our home truly special.

So the next time you hear someone say Ekiti is just about books, smile and tell them — we’ve upgraded. We’ve moved from classrooms to culture, from blackboards to breathtaking adventures.

Visit Ekiti today. Discover the story. Feel the pride. Be part of the movement.

Written By @OBAAdeyemiO