The Oyo State Government has revealed those behind the killings in Igangan in the Ibarapa local government of the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oyo State Government has said that the operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service raided Igangan and other parts of Ibarapa areas of the state on Friday night, and not … Read more
“Igangan is under attack presently, the attackers wore a customs uniform to deceive the villagers.” Unknown gunmen suspected to be Fulani herdsmen have again attacked the Igangan community in the Ibarapa North Local Government Area of Oyo State, EKO HOT BLOG has gathered. Igangan, a southern Oyo town that gained prominence amid Yoruba-Fulani tensions early … Read more
While revealing that the strain has been found in Nigeria, particularly Oyo State, she urged citizens not to pretend that Osun is an island considering the fact that they are in close proximity and her people engage in trade and social activities with Oyo. The Osun State Government has alerted residents of the state on … Read more
“The Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force hereby appeals to the good people of Oyo State to comply with these and other advisories as they apply to individuals and organisations.” The deadly COVID-19 variant has been discovered in Oyo State, EKO HOT BLOG has gathered. Taiwo Adisa, the Chief Press Secretary to the Oyo State Governor, … Read more
A resident of the area disclosed that one of the suspected Fulani herdsmen has been arrested. EKO HOT BLOG reports that unknown gunmen suspected to be Fulani herdsmen have allegedly killed a village youth leader and injured two others in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. It was gathered that the youth leader, who is popularly … Read more
The protesters were heard chanting solidarity phrases some of which inlude “No retreat, no surrender!”, “Oodua Nation!”, “Sunday Igboho is not a criminal!” amongst others. Heavy protest rocked Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Wednesday as scores of supporters of Yoruba activist, Sunday Adeyemo popularly known as Sunday Igboho, took to the streets to protest … Read more
The new Chief of Staff, who holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA), is a certified Accountant and Financial consultant. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has appointed Segun Ogunwuyi as his new Chief of Staff with immediate effect. The appointment of Ogunwuyi by the governor was disclosed via … Read more
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Oyo State could not be reached for comment on the incident. No fewer than 10 persons have been crushed to death while many others were injured by a gas tanker in a market in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Sunday. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the driver … Read more
A source disclosed that the meeting was chaired by the Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the six governors in the South-West geopolitical zone have held an emergency meeting over the current issues bewildering the region. It was gathered that the meeting by the South-West governors was held virtually on … Read more
Igboho, who spoke in Yoruba language, said he was still at his house in Ibadan. Popular Yoruba Nationa agitator, Sunday Adeyemo well known as Sunday Igboho, has debunked the news of his arrest by the Department of State Services (DSS). Igboho, whose house was invaded by DSS operatives on Thursday, escaped the invasion, although two … Read more
DSS operatives have taken over the residence of the Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo fondly known as Sunday Igboho, in the Soka area in Ibadan. The operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have taken over the residence of the Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo fondly known as Sunday Igboho, in the Soka area … Read more
The Department of State Services (DSS), on Thursday, confirmed raiding the residence of popular Yoruba rights activist, Sunday Adeyemo fondly known as Sunday Igboho, in Ibadan. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Department of State Services (DSS), on Thursday, confirmed raiding the residence of popular Yoruba rights activist, Sunday Adeyemo fondly known as Sunday Igboho, … Read more
“Yes, I was in the house when they came. They killed about two guys. The shooting was too much.” Yoruba rights activist, Sunday Adeyemo popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has narrated how his house was attacked by unknown gunmen in the early hours of Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG had earlier reported that the residence of … Read more
“His Excellency, the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, announced the dissolution of the State Executive Council, with effect from Tuesday, June 29, 2021.” The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has explained the reason behind his decision to sack commissioners in the state. EKO HOT BLOG had earlier on Tuesday reported that Makinde sacked his … Read more
“As we speak, at least two persons were confirmed dead from the sporadic gunshots fired by the police team members while at least 10 persons have been confirmed to sustain various degrees of injuries.” No fewer than two persons have been allegedly killed by policemen during a midnight raid on Ajaawa community in Ogo Oluwa … Read more
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced the sacking of Commissioners and Special Advisers in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has dissolved the State Executive Council. The executive council comprises Commissioners, Special Advisers, among others. It was gathered that Makinde informed the cabinet members of … Read more
He told the APC that residents will not forget how they allegedly allowed One-million Boys reign supreme in the state capital leaving many residents in perpetual fear. The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo has blamed the administration of late Abiola Ajimobi, a former governor of the state, and the All Progressives Congress (APC) for … Read more
Unknown gunmen have killed the wife of a former commissioner in Oyo State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that unknown gunmen, in the early hours of Friday, killed the wife of Peter Odetomi, a former commissioner in Oyo State. It was gathered that the wife of the ex-commissioner was killed at her family residence in Ashi, … Read more
Oyo govt has concluded plans to seek traditional means to fight insecurity in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oyo State Government says it has invited traditional worshipers to invoke spiritual powers to fight insecurity in the state. The Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun, made this known after a … Read more
Unknown gunmen have abducted a village head and his wife in Oyo State. Unknown gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a village head and his wife in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, EKO HOT BLOG has gathered. It was gathered that the village head and his wife were abducted by the gunmen on Tuesday … Read more