Ondo State

“Go And Hug Transformer”- Akeredolu’s Wife Ignites Fresh Rift With Acting Governor, Ayedatiwa

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 Eko Hot Blog reports that Betty Akeredolu, the wife of the Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has allegedly told supporters of the State Acting Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa to “hug an electric transformer.” Her statement follows criticism from residents, particularly online, regarding some of the governor’s decisions. The comment came after the Acting Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, … Read more

Akeredolu Embarks On Fresh Medical Leave, Hands Over To Deputy

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State is to begin another medical leave on Wednesday as a follow-up to his medical treatment. This is contained in a statement issued by Akeredolu’s Chief Press Secretary, Mr Richard Olatunde on Tuesday in Akure. According to the statement, Akeredolu will prioritise his health and … Read more

Tinubu Summons Aiyedatiwa, Ondo Assembly Speaker To Fresh Meeting In Aso Rock

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Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has reportedly summoned the Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and the State House of Assembly Speaker, Olamide Oladiji, to Aso Rock in Abuja for an urgent meeting. It was gathered that the meeting, which would take place on Monday, is to find a permanent solution … Read more

Revealed: How Tinubu Resolved Ondo Political Crisis

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Ondo Political Crisis

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, has revealed how his principal waded into and resolved the political crisis in Ondo State. Tinubu had on Friday night met with the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, and other political stakeholders … Read more

JUST IN: Tinubu Invites Ondo Assembly Members For Crucial Meeting in Abuja

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Tinubu Invites Ondo Assembly

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has reportedly waded into the feud between Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State and his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Recall that prominent elders and traditional rulers in the state had appealed to President Tinubu to intervene in the political crisis to avert looming anarchy. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Assembly … Read more

Police Invite Chef Dammy Following Petition By Ekiti Prophet

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Chef Dammy

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian chef, Damilola Adeparusi, popularly known as Chef Dammy, on Thursday, honoured an invitation from the police, on the petitions filed by Ekiti-base cleric, Prophet Adegoke Jeremiah, better known as Billion Dollars Prophet. Dammy was invited for questioning by men of the Police AIG zone 17 in Akure, Ondo state, … Read more

Akeredolu Speaks On Returning To Germany For Further Treatment

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ondo State Government has debunked the report claiming that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu is set to return to Germany for medical vacation. The state government in a statement released through the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Richard Olatunde described the report as a figment of the imagination of evil-minded politicians. … Read more

“Resume Or Resign” – PDP Protests Akeredolu’s Prolonged Absence, Gives Three Day Ultimatum

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has given a three-day ultimatum to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu to resume office at the Governor’s Office in Akure, or resign. The youth wing of the party issued the ultimatum on Monday at the party’s secretariat in Akure, Ondo State capital. This news … Read more

Ondo: Group Demands Immediate Impeachment Of Akeredolu Over Prolonged Absence

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that a civic group committed to transparency, accountability, and good governance in Ondo State, Ondo Redemption Front (ORF) has called for the immediate impeachment of Governor Olurotimi Akeredolu over his prolonged absence. The group in a statement issued by its Chairman and Secretary, Ologun Ayodeji and Olufemi Lawson respectively said Akeredolu … Read more

From Allies To Adversaries: The Power Struggles Of Governors And Deputy Governors In Nigeria’s Political Arena

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Introduction Nigeria’s political landscape has been a stage for intricate power dynamics and intrigues, captivating observers with its ever-evolving drama. At the heart of this political theater lies a particular storyline – the tumultuous relationship between governors and their deputies. What begins as a promising partnership, orchestrated to consolidate a robust support base for electoral … Read more

APC Inaugurates Committee To Reconcile Akeredolu, Aiyedatiwa

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has set up a committee to reconcile Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State and his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The relationship between Akeredolu and Aiyedatiwa has been strained since the governor returned to the country after a three-month medical leave … Read more

Abductors Of 20 Church Members In Ondo Demand N50 Million Ransom

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Eko Hot Blog reports that abductors of the remaining choir members of the CAC Oke Igan in Akure, Ondo state capital, have demanded a N50 million ransom. Eight of the kidnapped church members reportedly escaped from the kidnapper’s den. The Regional Superintendent of CAC, Odubanjo Regional Headquarters, Ondo State, Pastor Benjamin Akanmu, confirmed the demand … Read more

BREAKING: Gunmen Abduct Worshippers In Ondo

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Eko Hot Blog reports some members of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Oke Igan in Akure, Ondo state capital, have been abducted. The victims were travelling for a burial programme when the attackers struck on the notorious Ifon road in the Ose Local Council Area of the state, on Friday evening. A source confirmed the … Read more

Ondo Commissioner For Women Affairs Attacked, Injured Over Palliative Distribution

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The Ondo state Woman Affairs Commissioner, Dr ( Mrs) Olubunmi Osadahun, was weekend, attacked in Arigidi Akoko area of the state, during the distribution of palliatives to cushion the effect of the removal of fuel subsidy by government. Report had it that the commissioner, was attacked by some members of the All Progressive Congress, in … Read more

Ondo Deputy Governor Speaks On Resigning From Office

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Friday denied that he has resigned from office. It would be recalled that the state Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu recently sacked the media aides to the deputy governor, over alleged insubordination. Editors Pick  BREAKING: President Tinubu Nominates New CBN Governor For Senate … Read more

JUST IN: Akeredolu Sacks Deputy’s Media Aides

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Akeredolu

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ondo state governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has sacked all media aides seconded to the office of the deputy governor. Those affected were press secretary to the governor, Kenneth Odusola; special assistant to the governor (new media), Okunniga Oladipupo; and special assistant to the governor (Photography), Abayomi Samson Adefolalu. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP: … Read more

NDDC Board: Ondo Host Community Threatens To Shut Oil Facilities Over Appointment

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Ondo State Host Community (HostCom), has threatened to shut oil facilities in the state over the appointment of Ifedayo Abegunde from Akure and Otito Atkase from Mahin kingdom to the governing board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Chairman of the HostCom, Ogundere Adejugba, and the Public Relations Officer, … Read more

“I am Back:” Akeredolu Declares, Meets Ondo State Stakeholders In Ibadan

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Ondo state Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu has declared himself hale and hearty following a sickness that saw him hospitalized in Germany for over three months. He made this known today during his meeting with Ondo State stakeholders in Ibadan, Oyo State’s capital, where his plane touched down. He stated, “We landed … Read more

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