Eko Hot Blog reports that the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and political organisation, Afenifere, has alleged that some insiders may be responsible for the lingering security crisis in the country particularly the ravaging kidnapping for ransom. The organisation called on President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, to urgently convene a community/stakeholders meeting to tackle the increasing insecurity in the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that unknown gunmen have reportedly kidnapped the Chairman of Oyo State Tipper, Lorry And Quarry Park Management System, Alhaji Akeem Akintola, popularly known as Kuso. The abduction occurred in the early hours of Saturday, around Ajiboye area, Omi Apata, Ibadan, the state capital. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Usman Ododo Sworn In As … Read more
There was an explosion in Abuja earlier on Wednesday. The explosion sparked speculations of an explosive device. The police have disclaimed the speculations. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has revealed that the explosion outside the Bureau of Public Enterprise (BPE) premises in Maitama, Abuja, was caused by an … 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 in response to the recent explosion in Ibadan, Oyo State, Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, conducted a visit on Saturday to assess the impact on the University College Hospital (UCH) and interact with victims receiving treatment. The primary purpose of Dr. Alausa’s visit was … 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 Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has disclosed further details about the deadly explosion that rocked Ibadan, the state capital yesterday. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Wednesday night, Makinde told journalists that an investigation into the Tuesday explosion revealed the identity of the owners of … 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
Sanwo-Olu empathizes with families of the victims affected by the explosion. He pledges support for the state in their trying times. Makinde revealed the cause of the explosion that left two dead, seventy-seven others injured. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, empathized with the Oyo State … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a little boy, identified as Sotannde Kodir, has been left stranded in the Sango area of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, following the massive explosion that rocked the city on Tuesday night. This onlline media platform gathrered that OyoAffairs shared a photo of the boy via its X handle, stating that … Read more
An explosion rocked the Bodija area of Ibadan on Tuesday night. The explosion resulted in the death and injury of dozens of residents. Structures in the area also suffered significant damage. Eko Hot Blog reports that a powerful explosion on Tuesday jolted residents of Bodija, Ibadan, Oyo State, and its environs in their homes and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ministry of Power has received a direction from President Bola Tinubu to take severe action against saboteurs who are attempting to undermine the nation’s efforts to increase power supply by damaging its facilities. The Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu issued the warning on Monday during the inspection of Ayede … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the burial arrangement and timetable of the former Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, has emerged. Recall that Akeredolu died of protracted prostate cancer at a German hospital on December 27, 2023, where he was receiving treatment. According to Peoples Gazette, a copy of the funeral timetable shows that the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an Ibadan Family Court in Iyaganku has jailed a 50-year-old phony doctor, Olarewaju Oludele, for allegedly causing the death of a baby boy. Oludele, the fake doctor, was remanded at the Agodi Correctional Centre, for drowning the baby at a canal. The magistrate, Mrs. O. O. Ogunkanmi, who forwarded the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the grand Mufti of Ibadanland, Sheikh Abdulfatai Muhali Alaga also known as Alfa Agba of Ibadanland has passed away at the age of 80. Alaga died at age 80 due to illness, and his remains were buried at 4 pm on Tuesday, according to Islamic rites. The Oyo State Governor, … Read more
By Tolulope Popoola Eko Hot Blog reports that Federal government made train trips free of charge as part of efforts to mitigate the cost of transportation during the yuletide season, but Nigerians have come out to refute the claims of the free train rides, as passengers were not able to book seats because the spaces … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi on Tuesday, visited the family of the late Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu. This online media platform gathered Obi visited the residence of the Akeredolus in the company of political economist, Professor Pat Utomi. EDITOR’S PICKS [BREAKING] 2024: Tinubu Addresses … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu on Saturday, December 30, visited family of former Ondo state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu. EDITOR’S PICKS Don’t Hand Over PH Refinery To Cabal, NLC Warns FG France Joins UK, Canada To Ban Nigerian Students From Bringing Families TUC Threatens Fresh Strike Action Over Naira Scarcity Tinubu’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Publisher of SaharaReporters, Omoyele Sowore, has described as lies all that had been said earlier by the wife and children of late Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu. Akeredolu passed away on Wednesday after a prolonged battle with leukaemia. However, the reports surrounding Akeredolu’s death have since generated mixed reactions … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Bar Association, (NBA) has mourned the passing of former Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, describing him as one of the most influential and courageous presidents to have ever led the association. Recall that Akeredolu, who was called to the Bar in 1978, was the president of the NBA … Read more