Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji has acknowledged the positive ratings of the state in fiscal transparency as demonstrated in its first position in the BudgIT’s States’ Fiscal Transparency League Table for four consecutive quarters in 2025.
Along with eight other states, Ekiti ranked highest for fiscal tramnsparency in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Oyebanji said that the recognition is a reflection of his administration’s commitment to its development agenda which is hinged on accountability and transparency.
He said that the State would continue to pursue its shared prosperity agenda, emphasising accountability and transparency as well as citizens’ participation.
According to the BudgIT report released earlier in the week, the state has demonstrated excellence across key transparency indicators, including the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework, Approved Budget, Quarterly Budget Implementation Report, Audited Financial Statements, Accountant General’s Report, e-procurement, and Fiscal Data Repository.
It secured first position in the first, second, third and fourth quarters of 2025 State Fiscal Transparency League Table, reflecting its strong commitment to open governance and accountability.
‘This outstanding performance highlights Ekiti’s proactive approach to financial disclosure and digital accessibility of budget information. To maintain its leadership in fiscal transparency, the state should continue strengthening institutional mechanisms for sustained compliance, ensure real-time updates of fiscal data, and enhance public engagement in budgetary processes to further promote accountability and trust’, the report added.
Oyebanji said that he would continue to uphold the principles of fiscal discipline in actualising his administration’s development agenda built around six pillars. He also lauds the citizens of the state for their support for the government’s policies and programmes.
