Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, has condemned the outcome of the Edo State governorship election, calling it a blatant example of “state capture” and a continued assault on Nigeria’s democratic values. In a statement shared on his X account on Monday, the former Anambra governor expressed deep concern over the conduct … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, on his victory in the Edo State governorship election held on Saturday. The Independent National Electoral Commission announced Okpebholo as the winner on Sunday, following a competitive election. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele Gold Laid to Rest in Lagos (PHOTOS) Why … Read more
Public holidays in Nigeria provide essential breaks from work, allowing citizens to rest and celebrate significant events. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To Honour Ronaldo For Record-Breaking Champions League Career Eid-ul-Maulud 2024: EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian federal government has … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the successful production of 184,438 Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs) for new registrants and other designated categories in preparation for the upcoming off-cycle governorship elections. The announcement was made by INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, during a press conference in Abuja on Monday. INEC has scheduled the governorship elections … Read more
Godwin Obaseki, the governor of Edo State has reacted to the endorsement of Osagie Ize-Iyamu, All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate by President Muhammadu Buhari. The Governor noted it was disappointing and a dilemma that president Buhari could endorse Ize-Iyamu despite facing trial for corruption to the tune of N700m. Obaseki revealed this through his … Read more
Mr Philip Shaibu, the Deputy Governor of Edo State, has alleged that the immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, former Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, gave Yekini Idiaye, the State Assembly Deputy Speaker, N40 million to declare his support for Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu. The Deputy Governor called on the people of Akoko-Edo … Read more