The Ogun State Government, led by Governor Dapo Abiodun, has closed Obada Grammar School in Idi-Emi, Obada, following the tragic death of Senior Secondary II student Monday Arijo, reportedly due to corporal punishment. The school’s principal, Mrs. Tamrat Onaolapo, has been suspended for previously permitting corporal punishment against state regulations, and the teacher involved in … Read more
Flooding caused by the release of water from the Oyan Dam has forced many residents to flee communities along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, including Isheri, Arepo, Lafenwa, and Warewa. The ongoing flood, which has affected homes and businesses, has left those remaining struggling to cope. EKO HOT BLOG reports that residents reported that the situation has worsened, … Read more
Tunde Onakoya is named Ogun State’s sports ambassador by Governor Dapo Abiodun. A state-wide chess tournament in his honor was announced, along with support pledged for his foundation. Onakoya expressed gratitude for Nigerian support and emphasized pride in his Nigerian heritage. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dapo Abiodun, the Governor of Ogun State, has named … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that residents of Oloke and Aseese communities in the Ibafo axis of Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State have voiced their concerns about the flooding in the area. Several streets in the communities were submerged in floodwaters following a downpour on Sunday afternoon, as shown in videos shared by … Read more
Governor Dapo Abiodun appoints Kehinde Onasanya as the new Head of Service for Ogun State. The announcement was made by the Secretary to the State Government, Tokunbo Talabi, in a statement released on Monday. Onasanya, a seasoned professional with a background in media management and administration, previously served as Permanent Secretary at the Bureau of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ogun State Government has alerted residents to a fraudulent message circulating online claiming Governor Dapo Abiodun is offering 10,000 Naira cash palliatives per person. The scam message provides a link urging people to apply and share the information. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Ogun State Government under the leadership of Governor Dapo Abiodun, has revoked the ban on the activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) within the State. The Commissioner for Transportation in the state, Gbenga Dairo, confirmed the new development to the Union’s National leadership on Friday. He … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a popular Nigerian folk singer and veteran actor, Jimi Solanke, has been pronounced dead. Solanke, popularly known as Uncle Jimi, was said to have died on Monday morning at the age of 81 in Ogun State. The lawmaker representing Remo North State Constituency at the Ogun State House of Assembly, … Read more
Sen. Kaka expressed pride at the transformation of Molusi College championed by the alumni. Kaka stressed the importance of government intervention to ensure a solid educational foundation for future generations. He pledged his unwavering support for the school’s growth. Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator Adegbenga Sefiu Kaka has advocated for more funds from the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Eighteen out of the 26 members of Ogun state House of Assembly have on Tuesday impeached the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Olakunle Oluomo. According to a member of State House of Assembly, Oluomo was impeached for alleged embezzlement of funds, high-handedness and related offences. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Veteran Fuji Musician, Kollington … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party on Friday night congratulated Governor Dapo Abiodun for his electoral victory in last year’s March governorship election as affirmed on Friday by the Supreme Court, Abuja. The party, in a statement by its Publicity Secretary, Akinloye Bankole said that it has … Read more
Ogun Labour Party has allied with the PDP to battle Abiodun’s reelection bid. The alliance is coming barely twenty-four hours before the governorship and state house of assembly election in the state. The objective of the alliance formed by the party was aimed at unseating Dapo Abiodun. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party … Read more
PDP and ADC bigwigs in Ogun East have defected to APC. The decampees were led to the Itoro Hall in Ijebu-Ode by Hon. Kehinde Bello. According to Bello, they decided to join the progressives and work for the success of the APC in the forthcoming elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chairmen, Secretaries and … Read more
Ogun PDP has demanded the redeployment of the State DSS Director following the Sagamu violence. The PDP alleged that Governor Dapo Abiodun has been harassing the candidates of the party with the DSS. The Party further claimed that it was Governor Abiodun who incited the public against the banks. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
The details of Tinubu’s meeting with Obasanjo has emerged EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), paid a visit to the former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s Penthouse residence at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) in Abeokuta on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: NLC Petitions … Read more
The All Progressive Congress (APC), supporters have flooded the former Nigerian President, Obasanjo’s residence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that scores of supporters of the All Progressives Congress in Ogun State, Wednesday, stormed the residence of former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, in Abeokuta as the presidential candidate of the APC, Bola Tinubu visited the former President. … Read more
The governor hinted that his government had enacted a law which empowers it to demolish any house providing safe haven for cultists He called on property owners in the state to ensure they have the data of their tenants EDITOR’S PICK APC 2023: Bola Tinubu Shortlists El-Rufai, Oshiomhole For Campaign DG –Reports 2023: Tinubu’s Ally … Read more
Abiodun and Amosun, the friends turned foes have been battling for the soul of the APC in the state Abiodun said his administration would not be bothered by architects of confusion in the state EDITOR’S PICK Lagos TESCOM Set To Conduct Promotion Exercise For Education Officers Nationwide Blackout As National Grid Collapses Burna Boy: IGP … Read more
Rufai was the Special Assistant to Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State at the time of his arrest Days after the report of his arrest emerged, Governor Abiodun suspended Rufai from office to answer for the charges against him EDITOR’S PICK: Gov. Abiodun Suspends Aide Arrested In U.S. For Alleged Fraud Worker’s Day: Lagos Workers … Read more
Governor Abiodun announced that his deputy, Noimot Oyedele, would remain his running mate in the contest He spoke while receiving the nomination and expression of interest forms bought and presented to him by a group from his constituency EDITOR’S PICK 2023: Full Details Of Buhari’s Meeting With Tinubu, Adamu, Others At Iftar Dinner 2023: APC … Read more