Ooni of Ife bans market associations and orders market women to sell at their own prices The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi has read out riot acts to market men and women in the ancient city amid the skyrocketed hike in prices of foods and commodities. Ooni Ogunwusi, through his chiefs on Friday, July … Read more
An Osun High Court sentenced a motorcyclist and two other men to death by hanging for the murder of a corps member. EKO HOT BLOG reports that an Osun State High Court in Ile-Ife sentenced three men to death by hanging on Tuesday for killing a corps member, Mukaila Adebayo, during a robbery operation in Osogbo. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the a herdsman, Issa Ibrahim, along with four others, were sentenced to death on Tuesday for kidnapping and murdering his father, Adamu Ibrahim, after collecting a ₦3 million ransom. The other convicts, sentenced by the Osun State High Court in Ede, include Lateef Bello, Abdulrahmon Soliu, Bello Ibrahim, and Jolaanabi Saheed. … Read more
An FRSC officer in Osun State was injured in a hit-and-run incident involving a speeding Lexus Jeep; efforts are underway to apprehend the driver, and the officer is in stable condition. Eko Hot Blog reports that a Personnel of the Osun State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) reportedly sustained injuries in … Read more
Tinubu Mourns Passing Of Nigeria’s Oldest Agricultural Scientist, Chief Atanda. Chief Atanda, Nigeria’s oldest Agricultural Scientist and Researcher. Born in 1939 in Iwo, Osun State, Atanda earned his PhD in the UK and served in numerous leadership roles. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu expressed his condolences to the Atanda family following the recent … Read more
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Home-Grown School Feeding (NHGSFP), assures that the Federal Government’s school feeding program will withstand current inflation trends. Adeniji made this statement during the launch of a value-for-money study in Osun State. She reaffirms Tinubu’s commitment to providing meals for 10 million school children annually nationwide. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun celebrates two blessings: a chieftaincy title and his 64th birthday. Davido joins the celebration with Cubana Chief Priest, who subtly throws shade at Wizkid. This follows a recent spat between Davido and Wizkid, adding fuel to the ongoing rivalry. Eko hot blog reports that Nigerian entrepreneur Cubana Chief Priest recently … Read more
Obasanjo declares departure from PDP during Osun state event. Commends Governor Adeleke for party unity efforts. Stresses importance of unity for party, state, and country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, reiterated his disengagement from partisan politics, emphasizing that he is no longer affiliated with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). … Read more
Governor Responds to Critics Over Controversial Move Highlights Influx of Miscreants, Beggars Posing Security Threat Many Youths Requested Assistance to Return Due to Hardship Eko Hot Blog reports that in response to criticism over the relocation of Osun indigenes from Lagos, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has provided explanations, citing security and welfare concerns as key factors … Read more
The verbal feud between Osun State’s PDP and APC intensified over allegations of weapon stockpiling. PDP’s chairman cautioned APC against pushing the state into political violence, emphasizing Governor Adeleke’s commitment to peace. Both parties traded accusations about security under Governor Adeleke’s administration. Eko Hot Blog reports that the recent verbal sparring between the Peoples Democratic … Read more
Lawmaker claims existing laws are adequate, enforcement is the issue Lawyers argue comprehensive legal reforms are urgently needed Divergent views on tackling human rights abuses in Nigeria Eko Hot Blog reports that the need for holistic reforms of the nation’s laws to safeguard the rights of Nigerians has pitted a federal lawmaker, Oluwole Oke, against … Read more
Nationwide Blackout As National Grid Collapses For The Second Time In 2024 Collapse of national grid from Osogbo leads to widespread power outages. Distribution companies report system failure, efforts underway for restoration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that once again, the nation grapples with a nationwide blackout, marking the second occurrence in 2024 within a span of … Read more
Osun PDP warns of 25 state officials facing unofficial arrest by Abuja security teams. No warrants for planned arrests; operations set to begin next week. APC members allegedly boast about federal might to target Osun government officials and PDP leader EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a bold move to combat the pervasive issue of corruption in Nigeria, Mr. Kanmi Ajibola, the member representing Oriade State Constituency in the Osun State House of Assembly, has written to the leadership of the National Assembly, demanding the introduction of the death penalty as a punishment for corruption … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a pastor in charge of Celestial Church of Christ, Grace of Comfort Parish in Omitoto, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Moris Fadehan, was allegedly murdered inside his church by a suspect identified as Lekan Ogundipe, who was the pastor’s second-in-command. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a group of youths in Osogbo, Osun State, took to the streets on Friday in a peaceful protest, expressing their concern over the escalating cost of living. EDITOR’S PICK: Kano Hisbah Arrests 52 Keke Riders Over Alleged Immoral Haircuts And Unlawful Activities Femi Otedola Expresses Joy As He Makes Forbes’ … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that six people have reportedly died from a cult clash in Ilesa and Osu communities of Osun State. According to The Nation, the incident has led to palpable tension in the area. This online media platform understands that the incident started on Wednesday after members of the Aye confraternity engaged in a … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a Federal High Court in Osogbo, Osun State, on Thursday, ordered the remand of Olalekan Oyeyemi, a member of the Osun Park Management System, at the Ile-Ife Correctional Centre. Known as ‘Emir’ and appointed by Governor Ademola Adeleke, Oyeyemi faced an 11-count charge brought against him by the Nigeria Police … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a tragic incident struck in Ejigbo, Osun state when a United States Professor and politician, Richard Adeoriokin, was accidentally shot dead by a local security guard while bidding him farewell after an event. The incident occurred around 8:30 pm on Saturday along Inisha Road of Ejigbo, following the conclusion of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Osun State Police Command has announced the arrest of Prince Eniola Oyeyode, the son of Ogiyan of Ejigbo, Oba Oyeyode Oyesosin over the killing of US-based Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Richard Idowu Adeoriokin. This online media platform earlier reported that Adeoriokin was shot by a local hunter at Prince … Read more