{
  "id": 5756577,
  "title": "Oyebanji hails ex-Ekiti governor Oni on 72nd birthday",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/oyebanji-hails-ex-ekiti-governor-oni-on-72nd-birthday-5756577",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-05T10:06:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/oyebanji-hails-ex-ekiti-governor-oni-on-72nd-birthday/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji praised former governor Segun Oni on his 72nd birthday, highlighting his numerous contributions to the development of the state and Nigeria. Oyebanji described Oni as a man of honour and a distinguished statesman who has rendered immense service to the people of Ekiti and beyond. The governor commended Oni for his commitment to the welfare of the people, his dedication to the Ekiti project, and his implementation of people-oriented policies. Oyebanji noted that Oni's administration marked a significant phase in Ekiti's multi-sectoral development in areas such as workers' welfare, infrastructure, healthcare, and economic growth. The governor expressed his hope that Oni would continue to serve the state, the country, and humanity with long life, sound health, and fruitful years of service.",
  "summary": "Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji congratulates former governor Segun Oni on his 72nd birthday, praising his service and contributions to the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyebanji-hails-ex-ekiti-governor-oni-on-72nd-birthday/",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Oyebanji hails ex-Ekiti governor Oni on 72nd birthday",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/oyebanji-hails-ex-ekiti-governor-oni-on-72nd-birthday",
        "published": "2026-09-05T09:30:25.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}