The police in Edo State have arrested an ex-convict for armed robbery, just two days after his release from prison. Edo State Police Command Spokesman, Superintendent Moses Yamu, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Tuesday. According to Yamu, the suspect was apprehended following a distress call on Sunday, December 22, about an armed robbery … Read more
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has issued a 72-hour ultimatum for Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate, and other individuals to return government-owned vehicles in their possession. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of Fallen Heroes Current Cement Prices: Dangote, BUA, Others This Festive Season Fatal Crash … Read more
Comrade Kaduna Eboigbodin, former Chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in Edo State, has tragically passed away following an altercation with police officers at a roadblock in Benin City’s Upper Sokponba area. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Civil society organizations have issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the police, demanding that those responsible be identified … Read more
The Chairman of the Edo State Committee on Recovering Government Vehicles, Mr. Kelly Okungbowa, announced on Friday that over 200 government vehicles are unaccounted for, with three already recovered within 24 hours of the committee’s inauguration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that addressing journalists in Benin City, Okungbowa revealed that the recovered vehicles—found in a private residence—include … Read more
Edo State Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed concerns over what he described as Governor Godwin Obaseki’s strange public behavior, claiming that Obaseki has effectively vanished from the state. In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by Godspower Inegbe, Okpebholo said Edo residents are alarmed by Obaseki’s reckless remarks and called for him to … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Monday Okpebholo, has emerged victorious in the September 21, 2024, Edo State governorship election. The off-cycle election saw 17 candidates vying for the coveted seat at the Dennis Osadebay House in Benin City. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele Gold Laid to Rest in Lagos (PHOTOS) Why I Left UK … Read more
Nigerian artists Rema and Shallipopi’s hit track “Benin Boys” has been featured on the official soundtrack for EA FC 25, a global football video game previously known as FIFA. The game is set for release on September 27. The inclusion of the Afro-fusion track underscores the rising global influence of Nigerian musicians. EDITOR’S PICKS School … Read more
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, along with other prominent leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), attended the party’s governorship campaign rally in Benin City, Edo State, on Saturday. During the rally, Abubakar urged Edo residents to vote for Asue Ighodalo, the PDP’s candidate. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man … Read more
A storey building housing students of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) collapsed on Saturday morning following heavy rainfall on Ekhator Street, Ekosodin, Benin City, Edo State. The area is primarily known for housing students. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: Stop Hiding Behind Opposition—APC Urges Zamfara Govt Delta Child Rights … Read more
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has announced that the new 6,000-capacity Edo Arena will be named after global afrobeats star Rema. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the governor made this revelation during the groundbreaking ceremony for the project in Benin City on Wednesday. Rema, who was in Benin for his homecoming concert at Ogbe Stadium, … Read more
A Benin City businessman, Mr. Charles Amadasun, has been committed to the Correctional Centre for contempt of court in a legal dispute involving him and Pastor Faustin Uwaibi. Amadasun was accused of leasing a commercial property on Ihama Road, Benin City, through his company in 2003 for a 15-year term. However, he allegedly failed to … Read more
Archbishop Patrick Ebosele Ekpu, Emeritus Archbishop of the Benin City Archdiocese, has passed away. EKO HOT BLOG reports that His Grace, Most Reverend Augustine Obiora Akubeze, Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, announced the news in a statement signed on his behalf by Very Rev. Fr. Michael Oyanoafoh, Chancellor of the Catholic Archdiocese … Read more
Governor Godwin Obaseki expresses confidence that PDP candidate Asue Ighodalo will win the September governorship election, following Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu’s switch to APC. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed optimism that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asue Ighodalo, will win the upcoming September governorship election and succeed him. … Read more
The Federal High Court in Abuja confirmed Dr. Asue Ighodalo as the legitimate PDP governorship candidate for Edo State, dismissing Philip Shaibu’s challenge. Eko Hot Blog reports that a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has affirmed Dr. Asue Ighodalo as the duly nominated and authentic governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in … Read more
200-Level Student Allegedly Killed After Resisting Abduction Native Doctor Promised Accomplices N30,000 for Kidnapping Police Intensify Efforts to Recover Victim’s Body Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a shocking turn of events, the Edo State Police have apprehended a native doctor and two other suspects in connection with the alleged murder of Faith Omodon, a … Read more
Solomon Yola stressed enhancing goal-scoring abilities to regain the league title from rivals. Yola is optimistic about the team’s readiness for the upcoming league stages. Pillars are determined to kick off the season strongly and contend for the championship. Eko Hot Blog reports that Kano Pillars Handball Club coach, Solomon Yola, emphasizes the need for … Read more
Governor Godwin Obaseki swears in five new judges for Edo State High Court He emphasizes state’s commitment to strengthening and ensuring judiciary’s independence Obaseki calls for critical examination of petitions against potential judges Eko Hot Blog reports that, taking a significant stride toward judicial reforms, Governor Godwin Obaseki swears in five new judges for the … Read more
The Edo State Police Command is conducting extensive searches in creeks and forests to rescue the kidnapped PDP chairman. The State Commissioner of Police assured the citizens of their efforts to clamp down criminal activities in the state He emphasized a zero-tolerance approach towards criminality and praised the efforts of vigilante groups in maintaining security. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that two suspected cybercriminals have asserted that a police officer, Innocent Idi, subjected them to physical harm and gunfire in connection with a dispute over N44 million obtained through fraudulent means in Benin City, Edo State. Endurance Ojo and Nelson, identified as the victims, reportedly experienced an alleged assault by Innocent … Read more
Buhari has approved the appointment of His Majesty, Ewuare II as Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). The Vice Chancellor of NOUN visited the Oba in Benin City to introduce the university’s management team to him. The Oba expressed his gratitude for the recognition. Eko Hot Blog reports that the President Muhammadu … Read more