Kayode Fayemi

Kayode Fayemi

politician Nigeria

Dr. Kayode Fayemi is a Nigerian politician, academic, and pro-democracy activist who served as the governor of Ekiti State twice, first from 2010 to 2014 and then from 2018 to 2022. He played a significant role in Nigeria's pro-democracy movement during the military dictatorship of the 1990s, notably contributing to the establishment of Radio Kudirat. Fayemi was instrumental in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and served as Minister of Mines and Steel Development under President Muhammadu Buhari. His commitment to governance and national development has been widely recognized, and he is celebrated for his contributions to democracy in Nigeria.

Born on Feb 09, 1963 (62 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
3 wks
Reach
851,185
Power
1,850$
Sentiment
7.17
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 6 7.17 0.32% +30% 206,139,589 851,185 $448,000 1,850$
Totals 6 206,139,589 851,185 $448,000 1,850$
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Recent Mentions

Nigeria Nigeria: Dr. Kayode Fayemi has extended warm wishes to Nigerian Muslims as they celebrate this year’s Eid al-Adha festivities. 8

The Punch: Eid al-Kabir: Fayemi congratulates Muslims, seeks unity amid national challenges

Nigeria Nigeria: Kayode Fayemi is the predecessor of Biodun Oyebanji and publicly endorsed his leadership. 8

The Punch: Before We’re Carried Away by Oyebanji’s Endorsements

Nigeria Nigeria: Former Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, urged civil society and media to move beyond mere access to information and focus on leveraging it to achieve genuine transparency and accountability in governance. 7

The Punch: Stakeholders demand better FOI compliance

Nigeria Nigeria: Dr Kayode Fayemi, a former Ekiti State Governor, met briefly at the installation mass of Pope Leo XIV. 6

The Punch: Vatican trip not political, Pope’s message should inspire reform

Nigeria Nigeria: Dr Kayode Fayemi urged Obi to join him in greeting the Nigerian leader, President Tinubu. 7

The Punch: 'I’m the head of Nigerian delegation,' Tinubu tells Obi, Fayemi at Vatican

Nigeria Nigeria: The immediate past governor of the state, Kayode Fayemi, praised the governor for his leadership. 8

The Punch: Ekiti APC caucus supports Tinubu, Oyebanji

Nigeria Nigeria: Dr Kayode Fayemi, the immediate past Governor of Ekiti State, praised Oyebanji for his humility and service. 8

The Punch: Ekiti APC endorses Tinubu, Oyebanji for re-election

Nigeria Nigeria: The then-sitting Governor Kayode Fayemi’s Isan Ekiti was near Ilemesho Ekiti, where the oba was a victim of Fulani herdsmen. 4

The Punch: Fulani terror train arrives South-West? (1) – Punch Newspapers

Nigeria Nigeria: Former Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, joined Governor Abiodun on the condolence visit. 7

The Punch: Abiodun, Fayemi pay Ajimobis condolence visit over daughter’s death