PDP vows not to give in to internal threats ahead of November convention. Governor Bala Mohammed says party won’t tolerate political games or arrogance. Convention to hold in Ibadan as scheduled despite Wike camp’s conditions. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have taken a firm stand against recent moves by the Minister of the Federal Capital … Read more
Five abducted in Kwara, including Oloye Abolarin and family. N100m ransom demanded for their release. Community raising funds and seeking government help. At least five people were reportedly abducted by gunmen on Saturday in Obbo-Ayegunle, Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State. The victims, including Oloye Oyewole Abolarin, the head of hunters in Odo-Owa, his … Read more
The newly elected Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, delivered an emotional farewell speech on Wednesday as he officially bowed out of the Senate. His departure marks the end of his tenure as Senator representing the Edo Central Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Oba Abdurasak Akanni Musa, the Orijeru of Igbooye Kingdom in Eredo LCDA, received the staff of office and instrument of appointment on 6th December 2024. The presentation took place at the Epe Local Government Secretariat and was conducted by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Kayode Robert, on behalf … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu visited the Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA) on Saturday, November 30, 2024, to assess the progress of two significant projects in Ketu-Ereyun: the Lagos State Mental Health Institute and the Lagos Central Food Security Systems and Logistics Hub. The Governor was received by members of … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on Wealth Creation and Employment has started inspecting job and labour exchange centers across Lagos State. The inspection began with the center at Epe, located in the Epe Local Government Secretariat, Itamarun, Epe. The SSA was joined by Mrs. Daley-Oladele Senami, an … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, joined others at the Epe Local Government Secretariat for a special prayer session in honor of the victims of the recent Ayetoro accident. In his speech, he consoled grieving families and prayed for God to grant peace to the departed souls. “We are … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA, Otunba Wale Anomo, has congratulated Hon. Kunle Dabiri, also known as Captain KD, on his appointment as the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on the Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA). In his goodwill message, Otunba Anomo praised Captain KD for his hard … Read more
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has dismissed reports claiming that his first daughter, Mrs. Helen Obareki, has been appointed as the First Lady of the state. He clarified that she has been designated as the Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, a point he emphasized during Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s condolence visit. … Read more
The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has taken a jab at Governor Godwin Obaseki, labeling him as an ingrate who turned against those who supported him. In an interview with Arise TV, Shaibu reacted to the outcome of the 2024 Edo State governorship election, expressing that he feels vindicated against critics who doubted … Read more
South Carolina has executed its first inmate in 13 years, administering a lethal injection to 46-year-old Freddie Owens, who was convicted of murder in 1999. Owens received the death penalty for killing shop worker Irene Graves during an armed robbery in Greenville in 1997. Despite a last-minute sworn statement from his co-defendant, Steve Golden, claiming … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Epe Local Government Area, led by their Chairman, Hon. Oloruntoyin Gbadamoshi, held a special celebration today, Thursday, September 19, 2024, to mark the 60th birthday of Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat. The event, which included special prayers, was organized to … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Tayo Ayinde, Chief of Staff to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday visited St. Peters Anglican Primary School in Ikeja, his alma mater, to mark his 60th birthday. During the visit, Ayinde donated exercise books to the students and commended the teachers for their commitment and dedication to education. EDITOR’S … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Comrade Giwa Moore, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Lagos State on Technical and Vocational Education, attended the Lira Foundation’s annual Back to School event, organized by Hon. Lijirin Ruth, the Senior Special Assistant on Civic Engagement, to support underprivileged students with essential school materials. At the event, Comrade … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Lagos State is on the verge of launching its much-anticipated standalone University of Medicine and Health Sciences, a key element of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration. The institution is poised to transform healthcare education and delivery, not just for Lagosians but also for the entire nation. Admissions into the multi-campus university … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that on Friday, Engr. Abiola Olowu, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Mineral Resources, took an important step to support petty traders in Ibeju-Lekki. The program aimed to help small business owners and reduce poverty in the area, in line with the goals of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration. Engr. Olowu, also known … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Imota Chapter, has expressed its warm congratulations to Ambassador Biliamin Olalekan Oba following his appointment as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Social Development to the Governor of Lagos State. In a statement released by the chapter, the council described Ambassador Oba’s appointment as … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that the Former Governor of Jigawa State and former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sule Lamido, has raised concerns about internal sabotage within the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), alleging that some members are covertly working for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In an interview … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Lagos State Government is set to roll out the second phase of the Ounje Eko Discount Market. This initiative, which has been highly anticipated, will kick off on September 1, 2024, across all Local Government Areas and Local Council Development areas (LCDAs) in the state. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has voiced his concern over the recent decline in student performance in the 2024 West African Senior Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in Nigeria. The West African Examination Council (WAEC) reported a 7.69 percent drop in the number of students who obtained credits in at least … Read more