Oyetola

NARROW ESCAPE: Wike, Oyetola, Umahi, Atiku, Others Survive Tinubu’s Sledge Hammer In Major Cabinet Shake-Up

Oct 24, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

President Bola Tinubu wielded his political sledgehammer on Wednesday, shaking up his cabinet with forceful precision. Five ministers were sacked, 10 were redeployed and seven new nominees were brought in to fill key positions. However, several high-profile ministers, including Nyesom Wike, Adegboyega Oyetola, David Umahi, and Atiku Bagudu, narrowly escaped the axe. The president’s reshuffle … Read more

‘False Claims’ – APC Responds To Aregbesola’s Accusations Against Oyetola

Jan 3, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

Eko Hot Blog reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has challenged former Interior Minister, Rauf Aregbesola over allegations against ex-Governor Gboyega Oyetola, labelling Aregbesola as untruthful. During a weekend event in Ilesa, Aregbesola accused Oyetola of betraying him and his supporters over a supposed power-sharing agreement, which he claims contributed to … Read more

Tinubu Appoints New Chief Executives For NIWA, NSC

Oct 26, 2023.Oct 25, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of two new Chief Executive Officers for the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) and the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC). These parastatals and agencies are under the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. The president’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, disclosed the appointments in a … Read more

Oyetola at 69!

Oct 3, 2023. by Damilare Abass

The Party God Made For Us -- Adegboyega Oyetola Brags

By abiodun KOMOLAFE A man represents different things to different people. It’s like a mirror in the sun, reflecting different parts of humanity, which depends on who is looking at it, and what part of life we met him. It boils down to human behavioural patterns and factors responsible for them. Unfortunately, the outcome becomes … Read more

Opinion!!! Osun APC: Hope Rekindled?

May 8, 2023. by Damilare Abass

By abiodun KOMOLAFE On Monday, May 1, 2023, the immediate past governor of Osun State, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola inaugurated “an 11-man committee to stimulate, revamp, restructure and reposition the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osun State Chapter”. Nigerians wish the Professor Isaac Adewole-led Committee well in the onerous tasks ahead. EDITOR’S PICKS JUST IN: Buhari, Tinubu … Read more

Appeal Court Nullifies Tribunal Verdict, Reinstates Adeleke As Osun Gov

Mar 24, 2023.Mar 24, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

The electoral commission declared Adeleke as the winner of the Osun governorship election in July 2022. Oyetola of the APC disputed the outcome of the election and the petitions tribunal sided with him in January 2023. However, the Court of Appeal has held that the tribunal erred in its verdict. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more

Sacked Teachers Protest Unpaid Salaries, Dismissal In Osun

Feb 15, 2023.Feb 14, 2023. by Praise Ben

Sacked teachers in Osun State protested in Osogbo, urging Governor Adeleke to reconsider their dismissal. They claim they were recruited properly but haven’t been paid for four months. The teachers were hired by Oyetola’s administration but dismissed by Adeleke through an Executive Order. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a peaceful protest was held on Monday … Read more

Oyetola Joins Supporters In Osun As They Celebrate Victory At Tribunal (Photos)

Jan 29, 2023.Jan 28, 2023. by Praise Ben

Oyetola and his supporters have taken to the street to celebrate their victory at the tribunal. The tribunal reversed the results of the 16 July 2022 governorship election and declared Oyetola as the winner of the election. The former governor alongside others stormed the street in Iragbiji, Oyetola’s hometown to celebrate the tribunal’s verdict. EKO … Read more

Osun: ‘Light Has Prevailed Over Darkness’ – Tinubu Reacts To Oyetola’s Tribunal Victory

Jan 28, 2023.Jan 28, 2023. by Praise Ben

Tinubu has reacted to Oyetola’s victory at the tribunal. Tinubu in a congratulatory message said that light had finally overshadowed darkness. A three-man tribunal had nullified the election of Ademola Adeleke, citing over-voting as the basis for its decision. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, has sent … Read more

‘It Is A Victory For Democracy’ – Akeredolu Reacts To Tribunal Verdict On Osun Election

Jan 27, 2023.Jan 27, 2023. by Praise Ben

Akeredolu has reacted to the tribunal verdict on the Osun election. The panel led by Justice Tertse Kume sacked Osun governor, Ademola Adeleke earlier today. The governor of Ondo claimed that the outcome of the tribunal represented the desire of the people. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, is … Read more

Osun: Adeleke Supporters Protest In Mass After Tribunal Verdict (Video)

Jan 27, 2023.Jan 27, 2023. by Praise Ben

Adeleke supporters have taken to the street to protest against the tribunal verdict. The tribunal ruling was given on Friday by a three-man panel led by Justice Tertse Kume. The tribunal sacked Adeleke for overvoting in some polling units across the State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that scores of residents in Osun on Friday embarked … Read more

Tribunal Sacks Adeleke, Declares Oyetola Winner Of Osun Guber Election

Jan 27, 2023.Jan 27, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

The electoral commission had declared Adeleke of the PDP as the winner of the Osun governorship election in July 2022. Oyetola of the APC disputed the outcome of the election at the election petition tribunal. In a majority judgement, the tribunal agreed with the petition of the APC candidate. Eko Hot Blog reports that the … Read more

A Palpable Sense Of Anxiety As The Tribunal Is Set To Give A Verdict On Adeleke’s Case

Jan 27, 2023.Jan 27, 2023. by Praise Ben

The Tribunal is set to rule on Adeleke’s case. Oyetola and APC are challenging the victory of Adeleke who was declared the winner by INEC. The Osun State Police Command has warned against the breakdown of law in the state as the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal delivers its judgment. EKO HOT BLOG reports that there … Read more

Osun: Amotekun Commander Hails Oyetola As He Announces Resignation

Jan 21, 2023.Jan 21, 2023. by Praise Ben

Amotekun Commander has resigned. According to the former Field Commander, he had contributed his own to the corps, despite the challenges within and outside. Amitolu Shittu said all properties, including operational vehicles in his custody, shall be handed over to the Board Chairman. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Field Commander of Osun State Security … Read more

Osun: My Administration Will Not Abandon Oyetola’s Projects – Adeleke

Dec 6, 2022.Dec 5, 2022. by Praise Ben

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

Oyetola Will Win At Tribunal – Akeredolu

Nov 12, 2022.Nov 12, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, on Saturday, expressed optimism that his Osun State counterpart, Adegboyega Oyetola, would emerge victorious at the tribunal. Eko Hot Blog reports that Akeredolu spoke in Owo at the funeral service of his late mother, Grace, saying Oyetola would “regain his mandate very soon whether you like it or not. He … Read more

Governor Oyetola Swears In 69 Council Chairmen

Oct 18, 2022.Oct 18, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, has inaugurated the elected council chairmen in all 69 local government areas, Local Council Development Areas, Area Councils, and Area Offices in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that this is even as the governor tasked them to hit the ground running by providing adequate, quality, and equitable services on … Read more

2023: Why Tinubu’s Candidacy Is Invalid – PDP

Oct 9, 2022. by Philip Ibitoye

The PDP has revealed why Tinubu’s candidacy for president is invalid. Eko Hot Blog reports that the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) says the nomination of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu as the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is “invalid, null and void”. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP: We Have Moved On – Atiku Campaign Team Speaks … Read more

JUST IN: Court Repeal Oyetola’s Nomination As Osun APC Governorship Candidate

Oct 1, 2022. by Praise Ben

Court Repeal Oyetola’s Nomination As Osun APC Governorship Candidate EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, nullified the nomination of Governor Gboyega Oyetola of Osun as the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s candidate in the July 16 governorship election. This online media platform gathered that the court also nullified the … Read more

Seven Attackers Of Osun First Lady’s Convoy Arraigned

Aug 24, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

Police have arraigned seven over attack on Oyetola wife’s convoy EKO HOT BLOG reports that Seven persons have been arraigned before an Osun State Magistrate court sitting in Osogbo for allegedly attacking the convoy of the wife of Osun State Governor, Mrs Kafayat Oyetola. EDITOR’S PICK Tinubu Reveals Meeting Details With Obasanjo In … Read more