A tragic stampede at a children’s funfair in Islamic High School, Basorun, Ibadan, Oyo State, on Wednesday has left multiple casualties, with the organisers now in custody. Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, confirmed the arrests and ongoing investigations through a statement on his official X handle. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and … Read more
Gunmen have reportedly abducted Otunba Benedict Akika, a prominent ally of Governor Seyi Makinde and a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State. The abduction occurred late Wednesday night at Olohundaaba in the Lagelu Local Government Area of the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter BREAKING: … Read more
The Oyo State Government has donated additional 50 operational vehicles to security agencies in the state. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that the Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration had, since its inception in 2019, donated no fewer than 200 operational vehicles to the security agencies to strengthen the state security architecture. EDITOR’S PICKS: Focus on Hard Work, … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has granted approval for the Alakia Airport in Ibadan to be upgraded to international status. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was announced by Oyo State Governor Engineer Seyi Makinde on Wednesday. “The President has graciously approved my request for the upgrade of Ibadan Airport” Makinde said in a video posted on … Read more
In a bid to reduce unemployment and fortified Primary schools in the state with needed personnel, the Oyo State government has commenced employment of Primary School Teachers across the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that the government said it opened the job portal for public primary school teachers on Tuesday, 25 June 2024. Editor’s Picks … Read more
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has conducted a minor reshuffling of the state executive cabinet, reassigning commissioners to different ministries with immediate effect. Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has executed a minor reshuffling of the state executive cabinet. This was disclosed on Tuesday in a statement by the governor’s … Read more
Governor Seyi Makinde has given his approval for the appointment of Owolabi Olakuleyin as the 43rd Olubadan of lbadanland. Eko Hot Blog gathered that this was made known in a statement by the Oyo State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Olusegun Olayiwola. Governor Makinde congratulated the new Olubadan and prayed that his tenure … Read more
Governor Seyi Makinde unveiled the legislative agenda for the 10th Oyo State House of Assembly. The agenda was launched after his State of the State address during the Assembly’s first anniversary. Makinde highlighted the agenda’s role in providing direction and enhancing the Assembly’s activities and programs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oyo state Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has reiterated his readiness to enthrone the newly ratified Olubadan of Ibadan land,Oba Owolabi Olakulehin. Governor Makinde made this declaration on Saturday at the Obafemi Awolowo Liberty Stadium, Oke Ado, Ibadan, the Capital City of Oyo State during the state farewell ceremony in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives in Oyo state has issued a 14-day ultimatum, threatening to go on an indefinite strike if their requests are not fulfilled within the days. In a letter addressed to Governor Seyi Makinde‘s led government on May 2, 2024, the council expressed their … Read more
Makinde has cast his vote in the Oyo LG election. The voting took place at Polling Unit 1, Ward 11 in Ibadan North East Local Government Area. The election, conducted by OYSIEC, is happening across the 33 local government areas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has cast his vote in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a group of suspected political thugs have reportedly attacked Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) officials as they transported election materials for the upcoming Saturday election. The incident occurred in Okeho, within the Kajola Local Government area of the state. The local government election is scheduled to take place on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oyo state government has declared Friday as a half-work day for all civil and public servants in the state ahead of the LGAs election on Saturday. In a statement on Thursday, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, special adviser on media to Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo, said the declaration of the half-work … Read more
Justice Tajudeen Abdulganiyu appointed as new President of Oyo State Customary Court of Appeal Governor Makinde reaffirms commitment to working with and supporting the judiciary Appointment follows due process, without political, religious or ethnic considerations Eko Hot Blog reports that in a significant move to strengthen the judicial system in Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has reassured State Governments on acquisition of Mining Licences for Solid Minerals Sector Development. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, gave the assurance during the visit of Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. Alake, in a statement signed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oyo State government has demolished the building where the Yoruba Nation agitators are operating from in Ibadan, the state capital. The building was demolished on Wednesday, 17th April. Editor’s Picks JUST-IN: Correctional Service Moves Bobrisky To Kirkiri Prison BREAKING: EFCC Barricades Yahaya Bello’s Residence In Alleged ₦84 Billion Fraud … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and political organization, Afenifere, has condemned the recent invasion of the Oyo State House of Assembly in Ibadan by individuals claiming to be Yoruba nation agitators. On Saturday, some persons claiming to be Yoruba nation agitators, attacked the premises of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Agodi … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Seyi Makinde has signed the Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority Bill and the Anti-open grazing Bill into law. The new legislations officially ban street trading, open-grazing as well as address traffic management and environmental sanitation issues in the state. Editor’s Picks FG Locates Fleeing Binance Executive In … Read more
The late Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Lekan Balogun joined his ancestors on 14th March, 2024 Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the present Balogun of Ibadanland was announced as Olubadan-designate shortly after. However, the absence of the Olubadan-designate in public domain has continued to generate controversy over his health status. Eko Hot Blog reports that fresh insights have … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has described the submission of memoranda by state governors for state police as a waste of time. Governor Makinde who stated this in an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, faulted the 16 governors’ submission of a report on the matter to the National … Read more