Former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha has called on the Federal Government to honour the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah by releasing Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Okorocha made the appeal during a tribute night held in Ubah’s honour on Monday in Abuja. He urged Senate President Godswill Akpabio … Read more
Mr Ebere Nzeworji, an aide to former governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha has dismissed death rumour on his principal, saying he is alive and well. Nzeworji said Okorocha was attending to his normal duties at his Unity House Garki Abuja office when the fake news started circulating. The aide said that his principal had … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Federal Capital Territory High Court has dismissed the case against former governor of Imo State, Senator Rochas Okorocha by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The court described the EFCC’s charges of fraud and abuse of office as an abuse of judicial process. Details later… Click to watch … Read more
Gunmen have attacked the convoy of former Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha, resulting in the death of a police officer. The attack took place on the Okigwe-Enugu expressway, an area plagued by terrorism and kidnappings. Okorocha expresses sadness and frustration over the incident and calls for competent leadership in Imo state. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Court Grants Okorocha’s Request For Medical Trip Abroad Amid Ongoing Fraud Case The Judge held that he would declare Okorocha wanted if he attempted to abuse the favour granted him. EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: DCP Abba Kyari, Dariye, Nyame ‘Missing’ After Attack On Kuje Facility BREAKING: Ex-commissioner Confirms He’s Now Enugu Labour Party Guber Candidate 2023: … Read more
The judge ordered that Okorocha’s international passport be deposited to the registry of the court He further ordered the lawmaker not to travel outside the country except with the leave of the court EDITOR’S PICK Bauchi Gov Moves To Reclaim Gov’ship Ticket, After Losing Presidential Bid IPOB, Obigbo Killings Made Wike Lose PDP Presidential Primary … Read more
Okorocha knew those to sue for damages when he comes out from the EFCC net, if he decides to press charges Okorocha and his lawyers were more concerned about ensuring that the ex-governor regains his freedom as soon as possible EDITOR’S PICK Bauchi Gov Moves To Reclaim Gov’ship Ticket, After Losing Presidential Bid IPOB, Obigbo … Read more
EFCC Drags Okorocha To Court Amid Heavy Security. The anti-graft agency conveyed the ex-governor to the Federal High Court in Abuja, manned by heavy security personnel on Monday morning. EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: Ohanaeze Ndigbo Slams PDP, Rejects Atiku’s Candidacy BREAKING: Another PDP Presidential Aspirant Steps Down [BREAKING] Alleged N96b Fraud: Supreme Court Set To Deliver … Read more
In a brief ruling on the bail application filed by Okorocha, Justice Inyang Ekwo said he was not inclined to admit the applicant to bail The judge ordered Okorocha to put the Federal Government on notice to come and defend his detention EDITOR’S PICK Popular Nigerian Journalist Arrested By FIB [PHOTO] Terrorists Invade Bishop Kukah’s … Read more
Okorocha, who is running for President under the platform of the All Progressives Congress, accused the agency of holding him hostage in his own home He also claimed that the EFCC did not produce an arrest warrant when he requested to see one EDITOR’S PICK Again, EFCC Storms Okorocha’s Residence To Arrest Him [PHOTOS] EFCC … Read more
Okorocha disclosed that his next line of action will be to hold a press conference, adding that the EFCC cannot stop the press from entering his compound Operatives of the anti-graft agency stormed Okorocha’s residence on Tuesday, barricading it… EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: Again, EFCC Storms Okorocha’s Residence To Arrest Him [PHOTOS] 2023 Presidency: Tinubu Opens … Read more
Again, EFCC Storms Okorocha’s Residence To Arrest Him. The anti-graft agency urged Okorocha a presidential aspirant under APC to submit himself for arrest or honour a long-standing invitation to their office. EDITOR’S PICK [JUST IN] 2023: Another APC Chieftain Defects To PDP [PHOTO] 2023 Presidency: Tinubu Opens Up On Health Status 2023: PDP Reveals Delegates … Read more
IPOB warned Okorocha to stop using them for politics, adding that doing so would lead him to “political destruction” The group also alleged that Okorocha and his cohorts are behind the numerous attacks, killings, and abductions going on in Imo State EDITOR’S PICK 2023: Uwazuruike Under Fire For Endorsing Yahaya Bello 2023: PDP Picks Abuja … Read more
Okorocha said Buhari’s choice of a possible successor might surprise Nigerians because he is unpredictable He said Buhari will consider certain factors before endorsing any politician for the 2023 presidency EDITOR’S PICK 2023: Full Details Of Buhari’s Meeting With Tinubu, Adamu, Others At Iftar Dinner 2023: APC Commences Sale Of Nomination Forms House Of Assembly … Read more
Okorocha said his only agenda is to create wealth just as other advanced nations of the world have empowered their citizens He pledged to revive small-scale industries while utilising the nation’s resources for the well-being of all Nigerians EDITOR’S PICK 2023: APC Commences Sale Of Nomination Forms House Of Assembly Member Dumps APC For PDP … Read more
The Federal Government, through its counsel, Cosmos Ugwu, told the court that he has not been able to see Okorocha and serve him with the charges In February, a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja had ordered the interim forfeiture of properties belonging to the former governor EKO HOT BLOG reports that Justice Inyang Eden … Read more
Okorocha gives reasons why Tinubu should step down for him. According to the ex-governor, “The people naturally love me and I think it is because they believe I care, they believe I love and have sympathy for humanity, they believe I am detribalised. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a presidential aspirant, Rochas Okorocha on Sunday … Read more
When Osinbajo approached the president to announce his interest, Buhari was said to have smiled, gave the green light, and wished him well Should the VP officially announce his interest in the 2023 presidential race, he would vie for the All Progressives Party (APC) ticket… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Yemi Osinbajo is … Read more
The former Imo State Governor and now a Senator representing Imo West, Rochas Okorocha has been dragged to International Criminal Court, (ICC). Prof (Dr.) Philip Njemanze, a pro-life advocate and neuroscientist, has petitioned the ex-governor over the demolition of the ancestral Eke Ukwu Owere Market, Owerri. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the medical practitioner had … Read more
Rochas Okorocha former Imo State Governor failed to appear in court to defend the allegation of N2.9bn corruption charges filed against him by the EFCC. The planned arraignment on Tuesday, at the Federal High Court in Abuja, on N2.9bn corruption was stalled. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rochas Okorocha, currently a Senator representing Imo West … Read more