EKO HOT BLOG reports that Andrew Okungbowa, the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) of Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, has immediately resigned from his position. Okungbowa, in the resignation letter dated December 4, 2023, addressed to Obaseki, said he decided to resign because he was unhappy with how he had been treated in the last … Read more
Introduction Nigeria’s political landscape has been a stage for intricate power dynamics and intrigues, captivating observers with its ever-evolving drama. At the heart of this political theater lies a particular storyline – the tumultuous relationship between governors and their deputies. What begins as a promising partnership, orchestrated to consolidate a robust support base for electoral … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu on Monday was denied access to his office at the Government House in Benin, the state capital. This online media platform learnt that Shaibu arrived at the Government House on Monday but met the gate leading to his office under lock and key. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has said the Federal Government lacks the capacity to effectively manage itself and cannot be trusted to fix federal roads in the State. Speaking to journalists in Benin, the governor noted that the State Government will work with the newly inaugurated local council chairmen … 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
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has berated Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State over his recent comment on the performance of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration. Obaseki, while speaking with journalists in Benin City on Wednesday, described the federal government’s palliative concept as deceptive and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, on Monday, joined hundreds of party members for a mega rally ahead of the local government elections in Edo State. Also in attendance is former Nigerian Bar Association president, Olumide Akpata, who recently joined the party. Peter Obi … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon Philip Shaibu has refuted circulating claims suggesting his intention to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). Recent reports indicated Shaibu’s imminent move to the APC from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), with one even suggesting a top APC member’s confirmation of the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the immediate past Chairman of Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Olumide Akpata has joined the Labour Party. Akpata joined the LP, which is also the platform in which former Anambra governor, Peter Obi, ran on in the 2023 presidential elections. According to Naija News, He formally registered with the party at … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Edo State Police Command has arrested a former banker, Gift Igbinosun, 35, for allegedly defrauding John Nnamdi and Obasogie Osagieduwa of over N14.9m. According to Punch, The police spokesperson in the state, Chidi Nwabuzor, said the suspect who was sacked by her employer, a commercial bank, two years ago … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Acting Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun has disbanded officers who ran over handcuffed man in Edo Outrage trailed a viral video showing some police officers running over a handcuffed man with a Sienna vehicle on Thursday, June 29, 2023, in Ekpoma, Edo state. The victim was handcuffed by a … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Edo State Taskforce Against Human Trafficking has apprehended a 48-year-old man, Anthony Igbinogun, and his girlfriend, Joy Umukoro, 28, for allegedly selling their one-month-old baby to fund their drug addiction. The suspects were arrested with their friend, 26-year-old Precious James, who facilitated the illegal transaction and linked them to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Edo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 16-year-old boy, Nathaniel Ogenowchukwu, for allegedly defiling a two-year-old girl in the Egba community of the state. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Chidi Nwabuzor, during a parade of the suspect, said he was arrested after the case was … Read more
Father-in-law places N100,000 bounty Eko Hot Blog reports that a father of three, simply identified as Inuaghata, was said to have fled his home in Edo State, after allegedly slaughtering his wife, Osaretin, and mother of his three children. The bereaved father, Samuel Adun, has offered to pay N100,000 to anyone with information that can … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the management of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, has vehemently denied claims of an increase in tuition fees, denouncing the circulating rumors on social media as false and misleading. In a statement released to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Benin, the acting Registrar of AAU, … 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
Edo State Citizens have something to smile about as Governor Obaseki approves 13th-month bonus pay for them. The announcement was made during a meeting between the Governor and civil and public servants in the state. Obaseki emphasized the importance of collaboration between the government and the workforce to ensure the continuity of ongoing reforms that … Read more
INEC has urged politicians to accept defeat and success in good faith. Effanga charged politicians to always learn to accept failure and success in an election rather than blaming the electoral umpire. Edo State INEC REC stated this on Friday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Obo Effanga, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of Edo State, … Read more
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State takes the bull by the horn to dissolve the State Executive Council. In a statement released by the Special Adviser on Media Projects, the dissolution took place on Wednesday at the weekly executive council meeting. This action of course left some mixed feelings as reasons were not given. EKO … Read more
The staff and workers of Iyare Motors, a popular transport company in Edo State, Nigeria, have expressed shock and sadness at the death of their Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Abel Omoruyi (JP). Omoruyi reportedly passed away on Friday from undisclosed causes. The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, also expressed his condolences in a … Read more