APC has reacted to the suspension of Oyetola’s appointees by Adeleke. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress in Osun State and the ruling Peoples Democratic Party on Saturday traded words over the suspension of the Executive Secretary of the Osun Health Insurance Agency, Dr Niyi Oginni, and the Head of the Primary … Read more
APC has mocked the newly installed Osun state Governor over capacity to rule. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has mocked the Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke as he marks his first month in office as governor. The Osun State chapter of the party has described the one month of Adeleke’s … Read more
By Bernard Joseph Ahead of the 2023 general elections, there are growing fears that the elections, especially in the South-eastern part of the country might be under serious threat following the frequent attacks on INEC facilities. The renewed attacks are coming barely less than three months before the 2023 general elections. EDITOR’S PICKS CBN Taking … Read more
By Haneefa Badru While we count down to the 2023 General Election, the tension in the political atmosphere counts up with episodes of calculated violence and mischief perpetrated by political thugs. Countless individuals and government agencies nation-wide have been victims of these attacks; even the Independence National Electoral Commission, the presiding body over the anticipated … Read more
NNPP candidates have agreed to hold a campaign rally for Tinubu in Osun. EKO HOT BLOG reports that some candidates of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) have disclosed plans to organise a mega rally in support of the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu. In a joint statement released on Monday in Osogbo, … Read more
INEC says there is no plan to postpone the 2023 elections amid attacks on its facilities. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has ruled out the postponement of the general election on account of logistics challenges. EDITOR’S PICKS Yuletide: “Crowd Control, Emergency Evacuation Plans…” – Lagos Issues Safety Tips 2023: … Read more
The Osun government has explained why DSS officers left Adeleke’s security detail. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Osun State government says a “minor disagreement” was responsible for the withdrawal of officers of the Department of State Services (DSS) from Governor Ademola Adeleke’s security detail. EDITOR’S PICKS FG Evacuates Nigerians From Niger Republic, India After … Read more
INEC says the persistent attacks on its offices may affect the conduct of the 2023 elections. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised the alarm that the conduct of the 2023 elections may be affected if the attacks on its offices persist. EDITOR’S PICKS Fourth INEC Office Set Ablaze … Read more
Buhari has directed the Nigerian Army to maintain neutrality and respect human rights during the 2023 elections. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday in Sokoto State directed the Nigerian Armed Forces to remain apolitical and continue to operate within the framework of the constitution to ensure the successful conduct of the … Read more
Adeleke has promised that his administration will not abandon past projects of the former Governor. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has stated that his administration will not abandon any of the projects embarked on by the previous administration of Adegboyega Oyetola in the state. Governor Adeleke, who promised to … Read more
Thugs attacked and stabbed a prominent Labour Party Chieftain in Osun. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) chieftain, Rabiu Ismaila, has reportedly been stabbed by thugs in Osun State. This online media platform gathered that Ismaila was attacked, alongside other LP members for pasting posters of a House of Representatives candidate in … Read more
PDP has lost one of its chieftains in Osun. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has lost its candidate for the Irewole/Isokan/Ayedaade Federal Constituency in Osun state for the 2023 general election, Sola Arabambi. This online media platform gathered that an aide to the late Arabambi, who pleaded anonymity confirmed the … Read more
The fourth INEC office has been set ablaze in three weeks. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Orlu LGA of Imo state has been set ablaze. EDITOR’S PICKS INEC Announces Dates For Collection Of PVCs 2023: Dogara, Other Aggrieved Northern Leaders Endorse Atiku For President World Cup: Cameroon … Read more
There was a mild drama at the sitting of the Osun State Election Petition Tribunal on Thursday, as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) produced blank documents as the Secondary School Certificate and Testimonial of the newly sworn-in Governor of the State, Ademola Adeleke of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
Adeleke has debunked reports of allegedly sacking 12,000 workers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has debunked reversing the appointment of 12,000 workers and dethroning three monarchs in the state. This online media platform earlier reported that the Spokesperson for the governor, Olawale Rasheed, in a statement released on Monday in … Read more
The Nigerian Police have arrested 10 Suspects in the Motor Park attack in Osun. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ten suspects allegedly involved in the attacks on motor parks in Osun State on Monday have been arrested by the police command. Hoodlums on Monday attacked some motor parks in the state, intending to forcefully … Read more
The Osun State Police Command on Monday disclosed that it has arrested ten persons in connection with the disruption of law and order in Osogbo while trying to take control of motor parks. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hoodlums, earlier in the day, were on a rampage across Osogbo, Osun state capital shooting sporadically into the … Read more
On Monday, the Osun State House of Assembly disapproved of Senator Ademola Adeleke’s move to change the name of the state from “State of Osun” to “Osun State,” who had just been sworn in as governor. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Assembly stated that no one can use force to change the state’s anthem, … Read more
Adeleke has warned Osun transport unions against violence, calling for peace. Eko Hot Blog reports that Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has warned transport union workers in the state to shun violence. EDITOR’S PICKS Adeleke Directs LG Heads To Replace Dismissed Chairmen In Osun Group Accuses Nigerian Army Of Aiding Violence In Osun Osun: Adeleke … Read more
Hoodlums on Monday unleashed indiscriminate attacks on various auto parks throughout the metropolis, terrifying residents of Osogbo, the capital of Osun state. Eko Hot Blog reports that members of the transport unions were attacked at the parks in a coordinated attack that began at 8 a.m. at Oke-Baale, Old-Garage, Ilesa Garage, and Aregbe Garage. EDITOR’S … Read more