The Ekiti State government has prohibited political parties, individuals and organisations from pasting posters, handbills and stickers on public infrastructure, the Ministry of Information and Values Orientation said on Thursday.
The directive was announced in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Values Orientation, Mr. Muyiwa Ademola.
It followed concerns over the defacement of public property by political posters and other promotional materials in the state.
Ekiti State is preparing for the 2026 governorship election scheduled for August 15. Political activities, including campaigns and party mobilisation, have increased in the state.
Ademola said in the statement that political parties, aspirants, individuals and non‑governmental organisations are not permitted to paste posters, banners, handbills, and stickers on public infrastructure, including bridges, roundabouts, street lights and public buildings. The prohibition also covers utility poles, traffic signs and road dividers.
The statement said the ban is with immediate effect and that any person or group found violating the directive will face enforcement actions.
The Ministry said that posters must not be affixed to government installations or other public facilities.
The statement said the ban is to ensure the preservation of the state’s public facilities and to maintain the aesthetics of the environment.
To enforce the ban, the statement said security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force and the Ekiti State Security Network (Amotekun Corps), are authorised to arrest and prosecute offenders in accordance with relevant laws.
Ademola said, “The Ministry wishes to remind all political parties, aspirants, organisations and individuals that pasting posters, handbills or stickers on public infrastructure is prohibited. Offenders will be held accountable in accordance with the law.”
The directive comes amid heightened political activities in Ekiti State as stakeholders prepare for the governorship election.
It reflects state government efforts to regulate political advertising and protect public assets during an active election period.
