As we near the end of 2024, Nigeria has experienced several major political events that have significantly impacted the nation. Eko Hot Blog reports that some of the most notable include: 1. Introduction of Old National Anthem In May 2024, Nigeria made a historic decision to adopt a new national anthem titled “Nigeria, We Hail … 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 said that it has arrested illegal miners in Idi-Ayunre in the Oluyole Local Government Area of the state and seized the facility the miners used for processing of illegally mined minerals. The state Governor, Seyi Makinde, who made this known on Saturday in a statement … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has been officially presented with the comprehensive report of the incident on the catastrophic explosion on January 16, 2024, at Adeyi Avenue, Old Bodija, Ibadan. The investigation, aimed at uncovering the causes and culprits behind the explosion, has led to the identification of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has announced the establishment of a facility to address post-traumatic stress disorders among the survivors of the recent explosion in the Bodija area of Ibadan. Recall that an explosion took place at Dejo Oyelese Close, near Bodija Housing Estate in Ibadan, two weeks ago. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Paul One has stated that his principal was not silent on the January 16 explosion, which resulted in the death of five individuals, injuries to 77 people, and the destruction of 58 houses in the Old Bodija area of Ibadan, Oyo … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has faulted former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, for not showing empathy over the recent explosion in Ibadan. Governor Makinde criticized Atiku while receiving the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi. Obi was on a condolence visit to him in his office … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has on Wednesday canvased public’s prayers and assistance in order for the state and those impacted by the explosion that occurred in Bodija, Ibadan, on Tuesday to recover. Five persons lost their lives in the explosion, 77 others were injured to varied degrees, and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere on Wednesday, annulled the office of the acting leader of the group being occupied by Pa Ayo Adebanjo. Afenifere, which appointed Adebanjo as the acting leader of the group in 2022, said the position had been abrogated, adding that another group named as Afenifere Elders … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has presented a report of the Ibadan explosion to President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja. It was gathered that Makinde presented the report to the President over the weekend. Editor’s Picks Family Of Dowen College Tragedy Victim Sylvester Oromoni Announces Funeral … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Solid Mineral Development, Dele Alake, has arrived in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, where he is set to conduct an on-the-spot assessment of the explosion that rocked Ibadan last week. The Minister was received upon arrival at the Ibadan Airport by some officials of the Oyo state … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, and the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, are set to visit Ibadan over last Tuesday’s bomb explosion. Recall that five people were confirmed dead, 77 persons were injured, and 58 houses were damaged in the sad incident, which shocked the country. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has stated that over 90 per cent of the victims of the explosion that rocked the Adeyi area of Old Bodija in the ancient Ibadan city have been discharged. He noted that investigations into the explosion on Dejo Oyelese Street, which has claimed five lives thus … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu visited the victims of the explosion at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, on Saturday and inspected the damages to the hospital for future repairs. The president, who took time to speak to the seven patients still at the accident and emergency unit, North West Ward, and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that In a harrowing aftermath of the recent explosions in Bodija, Ibadan, renowned legal luminary Niyi Akintola SAN reveals the devastating impact on his hotel business. The once-posh “House 40” hotel on Dejo Oyelese Street stands in ruins, bearing the scars of a tragic incident that unfolded the previous night. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a renowned legal luminary Niyi Akinola SAN has narrated how the explosion that rocked Ibadan on Tuesday wrecked havoc at his multimillion Naira hotel. In a write up posted on his social media page on Thursday, the Senior Advocate Of Nigeria narrated that the explosion caused great damage to his … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oyo state government on Thursday announced that the death tally from the explosion that shook Ibadan, Oyo state capital, on Tuesday, has risen to five. This news medium gathered that the explosion caused damage to numerous houses within a 14-kilometer radius. Recall that Oyo governor, Seyi Makinde, had while … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has directed the establishment of a presidential committee to probe potential violations of explosive control laws in the country, prompted by the recent explosions in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. The Tuesday night explosion in the Bodija area resulted in the tragic loss of two lives, injuries … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the devastating explosion that occurred on Tuesday night in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The explosion killed two persons, wounded about 80 others and destroyed several buildings, vehicles, and other properties. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the deadly explosion that occurred last night in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State, has prompted Governor Seyi Makinde’s government to establish an Emergency Situation Hub. The hub, Naija News understands, will serve as a central location for collecting information and coordinating the management of victims affected by the … Read more