Eko Hot Blog reports that a former governor of old Oyo State and a respected elder statesman, Omololu Olunloyo, has officially debunked rumours of his death, confirming that he is alive and well. Speaking from his residence in Molete, Ibadan, on Friday, Olunloyo reassured the public of his health during an interview with Punch. The … 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
APC delays screening of 16 Ondo governorship aspirants until Friday. Rescheduling due to Eid holiday extension; committee inauguration in Abuja precedes screening. Notable aspirants include Governor Lucky Ayiedatiwa, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, and Olusola Oke. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday announced the postponement of the screening for 16 aspirants vying … Read more
Olubadan-Designate To Meet Ibadan Kingmakers Today. He will make his first public appearance and attend Council of Obas meeting soon. Olakulehin has not appeared publicly since the death of the late Olubadan, Oba Lekan Balogun. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, is set to meet the Ibadan kingmakers today (Friday). He is … Read more
Night Shifts Suspended, Workers Adopt 8am-4pm Schedule Patient Care and Hospital Operations Severely Impacted Joint Action Committee Cites Prolonged Power Outage as Cause Eko Hot Blog reports that the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Oyo State, has been thrown into turmoil as workers have announced the suspension of all night shifts and adopted an 8:00 … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the immediate past Senior Special Adviser to Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, on Vocational and Technical Education, Joseph Odemuyiwa, is dead. Odemuyiwa, aged 66, reportedly died on Tuesday in a ghastly accident on his way to Ibadan. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Bassirou Faye Takes Oath Of Office As Senegal’s President [VIDEO] … Read more
On Thursday night, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, announced the demise of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, he disclosed that the 42nd Olubadan passed away at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Oyo. Makinde described him as a towering figure akin to an … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, has died. He was 81. Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde’s Chief Press Secretary, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, disclosed the monarch’s demise in a statement late Thursday night. Oba Balogun spent two years on the throne of his forefathers after Makinde presented the … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that”We Want Quick and Urgent Intervention, We Cannot Stand This Humiliation Again.” Residents affected by the recent explosion in Bodija, Ibadan, have voiced out their frustrations, claiming neglect by the state government. Ayo Ogunlola, one of the victims, expressed their dismay, stating, “We were originally housed at Calton Gate Hotels, … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that Commuters traversing the bustling Lagos-Ibadan Expressway are grappling with a surge in ‘one-chance’ robberies, particularly in the Mowe/Ibafo-Berger corridor, leaving many feeling vulnerable and fearful for their safety. Editor’s Picks: BREAKING: Gas Explosion Rocks Ogun Steel Company Nigeria’s Richest Woman, Folorunsho Alakija, Husband Allegedly Split After Over 40-year Union … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that resident doctors under the aegis of the Association of Resident Doctors, University College Hospital, Ibadan in Oyo State, on Thursday, began a three-day strike over alleged assault on one of their members by relatives of a patient in the hospital. The ARD President, John Oladapo, told newsmen in Ibadan, the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Orange House emerged victorious in a jubilant display as Masha Allah Starlight School held its fourth Inter-house sports competition. The event took place on Thursday at the Lead City University Stadium, Ibadan. Orange House, led by the school Vice Principal (Admin), Mrs Tohibat Lawal recorded a landmark back-to-back victory having … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Masha Allah Starlight School, a co-educational institution located in Ibadan is set for its fourth Inter-house sports competition. The Biennial sport competition is slated for Thursday, February 29th, 2024 at Lead City University Stadium, Ibadan. Four houses, namely, Blue house, Orange House, Green House and yellow house will slug it … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerians in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, on Monday, trooped out in their numbers to protest the high cost of living and called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately arrest the situation. The protesters, who blocked vehicular movement, lamented that they could no longer afford essentials. They carried placards … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has announced an extension of the wage award for workers in the state for six months. The governor announced this on Friday during the commissioning of the 12.5km Challenge–Odo Ona-Elewe-Elebu –Apata dualized road project. Recall that in October, the Oyo State Government approved the … 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 a fresh round of protests has broken out in Suleja, the commercial nerve centre of Niger State which is only a few kilometres away to the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The angry Nigerians stormed the streets on Wednesday, according to photographs obtained by SaharaReporters, calling on the President Bola Tinubu-led … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that goods worth millions of naira was lost to overnight fire incident occurred at Sango market in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital. The inferno, which was said to have caused by electric spark burnt over 20 shops in the market. EDITOR’S PICKS Trailer Driver Falls Off Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Bridge In Lone Accident … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oyo State Government has sealed a new generation church at Golden Estate, Oluyole, Ibadan, the state capital. The state government said the church was sealed over noise pollution. Editor’s Picks Culprit Bags Life Imprisonment As 14-Year-Old Rape Victim Contracts HIV Court Remands Adeleke’s Appointee For Murder Alarming Report: 81% … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the traditional chieftaincy title holders in Ibadan, known as Mogajis, have called for the support of South West governors in addressing the alarming increase in kidnapping incidents. The Mogajis emphasized the necessity of a collaborative security effort that involves the governors, particularly within the Yorubaland region. EDITOR’S PICK 1,500 CBN … Read more