EkoHotBlog reports that unknown gunmen have reportedly kidnapped John Ugorji, the owner of Johnny Supermarket and Pharmacy at the popular Ikenegbu Layout in Owerri, the Imo State capital. According to a source, the abduction happened between 10 pm and 11 pm while Ugorji was driving home in his SUV. EDITOR’S PICKS Prayer, Food, Music As … Read more
Seven Imo State PDP Committee members, including the publicity secretary, have resigned and left the party. They accused the candidate of unsuitability and intimidation, citing violence and erosion of democratic values. Their new party affiliation remains undisclosed, emphasizing the need for a more inclusive system. EKO HOT BLOG reports that seven members of the Imo … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) traveling from Imo State to Abuja for the inauguration of the 10th National Assembly on Tuesday died in an auto crash. The bus conveying them as gathered by media reports had a head-on collision with another bus at Agbor in Delta State. EDITOR’S … Read more
Lady claims a divine message led her to stab the life out of the victim Eko Hot Blog reports that a lady, Onyeuchu claims the holy spirit led her to stab a 4-year-old girl to death at Nwosu Estate, Amakaohia layout, Owerri, Imo State. According to reports, Onyeuchu concealed the knife in a bag and … Read more
CAN have endorsed Uzodimma for Second Term as Imo Governor. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has given a significant boost to the hopes of the Imo people for Governor Hope Uzodimma’s reelection bid in November 2023. It was a day an elated Governor Uzodimma reiterated that his government was “installed … Read more
Unknown Gunmen have reportedly whisked away another APC Chieftain in Imo State. The abduction is coming days after the gunmen assassinated Tony Enoch, a retired Army captain and a kinsman of Governor Hope Uzodimma. The incident reportedly happened on Friday night. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Hon Chinedum Eleliam, the All Progressives Congress chairman for … Read more
Imo Senator-elect Ndubueze has joined the fray for the Senate presidency. Ndubueze’s declaration is coming barely 48 hours after Ebonyi Governor and Senator-elect Dave Umahi pulled out of the race. Senator Ndubueze in his letter addressed to Senator Abdullahi Adamu led NWC, requesting their support to become the next Senate President. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Imo State Government begins a crackdown on child labour in the state, setting a precedent for other states in the country. Through Hope Uzodinma’s administration, they hope to use the policy to reduce the danger posed to minors in the state. The crackdown is aimed at stopping loitering and hawking by children in the streets. … Read more
NLC plans to shutdown the aviation sector in Imo State in protest of the State governor, Hope Uzodinma. This is in response to the disruption of the May Day celebrations. In a letter to the Lagos Branch of the organization, the General Secretary of the movement, Emmanuel Ugboala has asked to prevent any movement of … Read more
INEC has declared PDP’s Ozurigbo as the Winner of the suspended Imo Reps election. Ozurigbo was declared the winner of polling 9,917 votes to defeat his closet rival Harrison Nwadike of the LP who polled 9,372. Prof Rosetta Okechukwu, the collation officer announced the results at the collation office on Friday. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Three Rep members have dumped PDP for APC in Imo State. According to reports, over 2000 of their supporters have also joined in the move to APC. The lawmakers vowed to support Governor Hope Uzodimma as he seeks a second term in office. EKO HOT BLOG reports that three sitting members of the House of … Read more
A viral audio clip had accused former Governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, of being used as a conduit to disburse $1 million to Senator Athan Achonu for the state LP gubernatorial candidacy. Ohakim has since distanced himself from the allegations and is taking legal action against the false claims. The LP candidate faces accusations … Read more
Unidentified gunmen have attacked and killed five policemen and a couple at the Okpala Junction in the Ngor Okpala LGA of Imo State. The attackers also carted away the policemen’s rifles and commercial activities in the area have been brought to a halt. Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend the culprits. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
In Imo State, the Police recovered several dangerous weapons from Eastern Security Network (ESN) agents, including guns, ammunition, and a police hand grenade. The recovery was made during an operation led by the police, with support from the Nigerian Army. The police command urged citizens to report anyone spotted with bullet wounds to the local … Read more
Athan Achonu has emerged as the Labour Party flagbearer for the Imo state guber race. Athan polled 134 votes to defeat fifteen other candidates. Achonu thanked the party’s stakeholders for his victory. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senator Athan Achonu, the former senator who represented Imo North has emerged winner of the Imo State Labour … Read more
A group of thugs have invaded a polling centre and hijacked the ballot box in the Imo State. The thugs invaded the polling centre at about 09:19 Am. Despite the heavy presence of security personnel, the thugs were able to invade the area. EKO HOT BLOG reports that political thugs guided by suspected armed security … Read more
Anyanwu has emerged as a PDP governorship candidate in Imo State. Anyanwu emerged following the PDP primary election held on Wednesday at the party’s secretariat. He will challenge the second-term bid of the current Governor of the state, Hope Uzodimma of the APC. EKO HOT BLOG reports Senator Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary of the Peoples … Read more
Fleeing Gunmen have killed a Police Inspector in Imo State. Ukegbu, who had gone home to celebrate Easter with his family, was killed in his village of Umuoshike Ogbor. The police have commenced an investigation into the killing of the Inspector. EKO HOT BLOG reports that fleeing gunmen have killed an Inspector of police in … Read more
Imo Labour Party Secretariat has been unsealed by the Police. The Party Secretariat was sealed by the Police on Monday. The party had accused the state governor, Hope Uzodimma, of conniving with police to seal the secretariat. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Imo State Police Command has unsealed the secretariat of the Labour Party … Read more
Former NERC boss, Sam Amadi confirms intent to run for Imo State governorship elections in the tale end of 2023. The Imo State gubernatorial elections are set for November as the race builds up with political parties making moves in preparation. Sam Amadi joins the now popular Labour Party flagship in hopes of getting a … Read more