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BREAKING: INEC Declares Lucky Aiyedatiwa Winner of Ondo Governorship Election

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the Ondo State governorship election held on Saturday. Aiyedatiwa emerged victorious after securing the highest number of votes in the election. The incumbent governor faced competition from Ajayi Agboola of the Peoples Democratic Party … Read more

Popular Caterer Debbie Olakunbi Adene Murdered in Ondo

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Popular Caterer Debbie Olakunbi Adene Murdered in Ondo

Debbie Olakunbi Adene, a popular caterer in Akure, Ondo State, has been tragically murdered just five days after celebrating her 54th birthday. On the night of July 28, 2024, Debbie Olakunbi Adene was found dead in her home on Oda Road, Akure. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Demonstration Continues’ – Lagos Protest Organizers Declares ‘FG’s Policies Major Cause … Read more

Ondo Monarch Sentenced to Three Years for Court Contempt

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Ondo Monarch Sentenced to Three Years for Court Contempt

An Ondo State Chief Magistrates’ Court in Igbokoda has sentenced Francis Ogundeji, the Baale of Ebute Ipare Community in Ilaje Local Government Area, to three years in prison for defying a court order. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the judgement, delivered by Senior Magistrate E.A. Manuwa, was issued earlier in the week but was made … Read more

120 Cows Seized As Herdsmen Attack Amotekun Operatives In Ondo

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A violent clash between Ondo State’s security outfit, Amotekun, and Fulani herdsmen in Akure, the state capital, has resulted in numerous injuries. Eko Hot Blog reports that the personnel of the security outfit and the herdsmen were seriously injured during the clash over the weekend. Amotekun operatives were attacked while enforcing the anti-open grazing law … Read more

NiMet Forecasts Weekly Thunderstorms: Check Affected Areas

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Thunderstorms

NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and overcast skies across various regions of Nigeria from Tuesday to Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted the possibility of thunderstorms and overcast skies from Tuesday to Thursday throughout the nation. NiMet’s weather forecast, issued on Monday in Abuja, predicts the occurrence of morning thunderstorms in … Read more

Food Prices Soar In Nigerian States Amid Economic Hardship

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Food Prices Soar In Nigerian States Amid Economic Hardship

Rising Food Costs Plague Nigerian States Economic Hardship Deepens Across the Nation NBS Report Unveils Shocking Disparities Eko Hot Blog reports that the latest National Bureau of Statistics report has unveiled a grim reality. “The situation is dire, and families are struggling to put food on the table,” a government official stated. Editor’s Pick  Admiring … Read more

Ondo PDP Guber Candidate Ajayi Embroiled In Property Fraud Allegations

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Ondo State PDP Guber Candidate, Agboola Ajayi

Agboola Ajayi is the PDP candidate for the upcoming governorship election in Ondo. The candidate is facing allegations of illegally occupying a property in Lagos. The accuser said it is the rightful owner of the disputed property. Eko Hot Blog reports that Segzyadet Integrated Ltd, a company registered in Ondo State, has accused Agboola Ajayi, … Read more

Education: Southwest Nigeria Has Lost Its Edge!

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Education in Southwest

The purported ranking of states by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), based on their performance in the 2023 Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE),is the focus of this piece. In the said publication, ‘Lagos State, which hosts many private schools and home to virtually all Nigerians, is in the 6th position. The next Southwest … Read more

Eyitayo Jegede Optimistic: PDP Poised For Victory In Ondo Governorship Race

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Ondo Governorship Race

Eyitayo Jegede Optimistic: PDP Poised for Victory in Ondo Governorship Race. Jegede calls for unity among party members to rescue Ondo State. The Ondo State chapter of PDP congratulates Agboola Ajayi on his emergence as the party’s flag bearer. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Eyitayo Jegede, a former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) … Read more

JUST IN: Despite Controversy, Aiyedatiwa Declared Winner Of Ondo APC Primary

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Aiyedatiwa is declared as the winner of the Ondo APC primary. The declaration follows allegations of electoral irregularities. Some aspirants rejected the process as a “sham” and “daylight robbery”. Eko Hot Blog reports that Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has clinched the gubernatorial ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the November 16 election. … Read more

Senator Jimoh Ibrahim: The Ideal Candidate To Lead Ondo-State Into Prosperity

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Senator Jimoh Ibrahim

By Idowu Faleye In the bustling political landscape of Ondo-State, Nigeria, the upcoming primary election looms large, signaling a pivotal moment for the All Progressives Congress (APC) party. As the state grapples with infrastructural deficits and seeks a visionary leader to steer it towards economic buoyancy, the spotlight shines on Senator Jimoh Ibrahim as the … Read more

Ondo: Aiyedatiwa Dismisses Challenge From 15 APC Governorship Aspirants

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Aiyedatiwa Clears Air On

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, dismisses challenge from 15 APC governorship aspirants. Aiyedatiwa submits Expression of Interest and Nomination forms at APC’s national secretariat. Aiyedatiwa expresses confidence in facing competitors in upcoming primary election, highlighting support from various sectors of Ondo State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, brushed off concerns about … Read more

BREAKING: Popular Ondo APC Governorship Aspirant Dies Weeks To Primary

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Eko Hot Blog reports that one of the prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirants for the upcoming governorship election in Ondo State, Paul Akintelure, has reportedly died.

According to Vanguard, prior to his unfortunate demise, Akintelure had voiced his concerns regarding the various threats, both direct and indirect, that he had been facing.

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However, despite his optimism that the alleged threats will subside and things will get better, Akuntelure, gave up the ghost as the date for the APC governorship primary election, set for April 25, drew near.

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File Image of Late Dr Paul Akintelure

In a statement made available to journalists earlier through his spokesperson, Oladapo Akintelure, Akintelure said: “Initially, I hope these incidents would dissipate over time, yet regrettably, they have escalated to pose a serious threat to my life”

“The threats against me only strengthen my resolve to stand up for what is right and just. I will not allow fear to dictate our path forward.”

The statement dated Thursday, March 21, 2023, added: “Let us embrace peace, progress, and unity. Our collective strength lies in our to stand together as one, regardless of our differences.”

Akintelure, who hails from Igbotako in the Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, previously ran as the deputy governorship candidate for the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) alongside Rotimi Akeredolu, the former governor of Ondo State.

However, they were unsuccessful in their bid as Olusegun Mimiko, the Labour Party flag bearer at the time, emerged as the winner of the election.

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Prior to this, Akintelure also contested the senatorial election against the candidate from the Peoples Democratic Party, but unfortunately, he was defeated.

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File Image of Late Former Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu

This series of events unfolded during the lead-up to the Ondo governorship election, which was gaining momentum at the time.

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Southwest: Beyond The Toga of Statism

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The Lagos State Government (In Southwest) recently endorsed a food production agreement with the Niger State Government. The partnership, known as the ‘Produce for Lagos Initiative’, is aimed at ensuring a steady flow of agricultural products to the end consumers. Interestingly, this agreement is coming at a time Sheik Ahmad Abubakar Gumi is warning the … Read more

Revolutionizing Agriculture: $30 Million Injected To Transform Agribusiness In Six States

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  Eko hot blog reports that in a bid to supercharge rural economies and revolutionize agriculture, a whopping $30 million has been pumped into the heartlands of six states: Abia, Bayelsa, Cross River, Edo, Delta, and Ondo. This move aims to turbocharge agricultural productivity and add value across seven key commodity value chains. Editor’s Pick: … Read more

Betty Akeredolu Reveals Sanwo-Olu’s Sole Financial Support In Bringing Husband’s Remains Home

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Betty-Anyanwu Akeredolu, wife of late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, has said Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos “singlehandedly” brought her husband’s remains from Germany to Nigeria. Mrs Akeredolu stated this during President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the late governor’s family in his hometown of Owo on Wednesday. She appreciated … Read more

Full Details Of Tinubu’s Meeting With Afenifere Leaders In Ondo Emerge (Photos)

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Afenifere Leaders

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said his administration is working to ensure that Nigeria is reformed for greater efficiency with a particular emphasis on systematically inculcating fairness and equity in all aspects of the national life. Addressing Afenifere leaders at the residence of Pa Reuben Fasoranti in Akure, Ondo State, on … Read more

Ondo: Aiyedatiwa Declares Gov Bid, Denies Face-off With Akeredolu

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Aiyedatiwa

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has declared his intention to contest the governorship election coming up in November 2024. The governor also denied having a crisis with the late Rotimi Akeredolu, the former state governor, before his demise adding that it was a few individuals in the state who … Read more

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