Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has revealed how former President Goodluck Jonathan significantly influenced his political journey, shaping his path to the National Assembly and his current role as governor. EKO HOT BLOG reports that speaking in Yenagoa during a service of songs for the late Madam Ani-Gunn Rhoda Ikiogha, mother of Chief Diekivie Ikiogha, … Read more
The Bayelsa State Government has approved a minimum wage of ₦80,000 for local government workers, following pressure from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). Acting Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo announced the decision during a meeting at the Government House with stakeholders, including representatives from the NLC, TUC, Nigeria Union of Local … Read more
Simbi Wabote, the former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), has denied reports that he was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). On Wednesday, reports emerged claiming that Wabote had been arrested in connection with NCDMB’s investments in a modular refinery project by Atlantic International Refinery and … Read more
Thousands of people in Bayelsa communities have been forced from their homes due to severe flooding. Many victims from various communities are now sheltering on bridges, roads, and in makeshift camps, sending urgent pleas to the Federal and Bayelsa State governments for help. The floods have submerged homes, schools, healthcare centers, places of worship, roads, … Read more
The Lagos State Government stated on Monday that the displaced residents and traders at the Oko Baba plank market in Ebute Metta were illegal occupants who had refused to move to the new site allocated to them by the government. Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, revealed this.with PUNCH. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Pastor Ngozi Mouka, wife of Pastor Lazarus Mouka, General Overseer of the Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Movement, was laid to rest in a solemn ceremony attended by prominent figures. Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, was among the high-profile guests who paid their respects at the burial held on Friday, September 13, 2024, in Mgbidi, Oru-West … Read more
In response to the sharp rise in fuel prices and subsequent hike in transportation costs, many Nigerians have turned to bicycles, trekking, and public transport to cope with the economic strain. Residents across major cities like Ogun, Delta, Bayelsa, and Oyo shared their experiences, highlighting how the increase in petrol prices—from ₦200 to ₦600 per … Read more
One person has died after a speedboat carrying 15 passengers capsized in Bayelsa State. The tragic accident occurred on Saturday, August 24, in the Okubie Community River within the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area. The speedboat was en route from Yenagoa to Oporoma, the headquarters of Southern Ijaw LGA, when it overturned. According to community … Read more
Suspected vandalism of transmission towers has caused a power outage in Bayelsa State, with efforts underway to restore electricity and prevent further incidents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bayelsa State is currently experiencing a power outage due to suspected vandalism of two transmission towers, T98 and T99, in the Igbogene community of Yenagoa Local Government Area. … Read more
Seven people, including Niger Delta University students, died from suspected generator fumes in a music studio in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The victims, working overnight, fell asleep without turning off the generator, leading to the tragic incident. A local resident blamed the government and the electricity company for inadequate power supply, which necessitated the use of … Read more
PDP Sweeps Bayelsa, Secures Victory In All LG, Councillorship Positions. APC opts out of the election by not presenting candidates. Declaration of winners made across different local government areas, highlighting PDP’s comprehensive win. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State achieved a clean sweep in the local government election … Read more
APC Boycotts LG Poll In Bayelsa As Thugs Snatch Ballot Boxess. Irregularities reported, with hoodlums hijacking electoral materials in Sagbama. Voter apathy observed; delays in arrival of voting materials and personnel across several council areas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress shunned the local government election conducted across 105 wards in Bayelsa … Read more
– Traders oppose Bayelsa government’s market relocation order – The sellers Clash ensues as they reject new site designated by government – Tensions escalate in Yenagoa amid standoff between traders and authorities Eko hot blog reports that In a recent turn of events, the Bayelsa State government directive to relocate the bustling Okutukutu/Etegwe Market to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Elder statesman and leader of the Ijaw Nation, Edwin Clark, has ruled out mercenaries in soldiers’ killings in the Okuama community in Ughelli South local government area of Delta state last week. Speaking during plenary on Tuesday, Akpabio said that those who committed the crime were mercenaries and were not … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that 11 residents of the Igbomotoru community in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have reportedly been killed following last weekend’s killing of about 16 soldiers and officers at Okuoma Community in Delta State. Troops from the Nigerian Army invaded the Bayelsa community, opened fire at residents and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the marriage union between a four-year-old and a 54-year-old man in the Akeddei community in the Sagbama local government of Bayelsa State has drawn criticism from several child rights advocacy groups. The groups, including the Do Foundation, noted that child marriage is against the Nigerian Constitution and the Child Rights … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State claims to have discovered a scheme by Governor Douye Diri to falsely implicate Timipre Sylva, the party candidate in the last governorship election. The party alleges that the plot involves using an anti-corruption agency to harass Sylva and pressure him to drop … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former President, Goodluck Jonathan, has endorsed the Governor of Bayelsa State and the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Douye Diri for a second term in the upcoming governorship election on Saturday. According to Jonathan, Diri should be encouraged to complete a second term in office because of the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Peter Obi‘s Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) coordinator in Bayelsa State, Alagoa Morris, has dumped the Labour Party (LP) to join the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) camp in the state. Morris confirmed his defection in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday in Yenagoa ahead of the Bayelsa Governorship Election … Read more
An accident in East-West Road Bayelsa leaves 3 dead as SUV runs into Keke. Eyewitnesses reported that a green-colored Mercedes Benz SUV collided with a commercial tricycle, commonly known as a Keke Napep, bearing the registration number KMT346VP. The driver of the SUV, however, fled the scene immediately to avoid potential mob action from the … Read more