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Ondo Guber: Aiyedatiwa Dedicates Victory To Akeredolu

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Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state says he wished his principal and predecessor, late Rotimi Akeredolu, was present to witness his declaration as the governor of the state. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Akeredolu, former Ondo governor, died last year in December after a protracted prostrate cancer and was succeeded by Aiyedatiwa. Aiyedatiwa, candidate of … Read more

BREAKING: Akeredolu’s Former Deputy, Agboola Ajayi Wins Ondo PDP Guber Primary

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Eko Hot Blog reports that a former Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Agboola Ajayi, has emerged as the winner of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primary. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, the deputy governor of Bayelsa, who chaired the electoral committee that supervised the primary poll, announced the results on Thursday in Akure, the state capital. Editor’s … Read more

FULL LIST: Check Out Ondo APC Governorship Primary Election Results

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the forthcoming November 16 governorship election in the state. The Chairman of the Governorship Primary Election Committee and Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Ododo, made this announcement on Monday morning in Akure, the state … Read more

APC Set To Announce Winner Of Ondo Primary Election

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo, who also serves as the chairman of the Ondo governorship election committee, is set to declare the winner of the Ondo State governorship primary election, originally held on April 20. The announcement is expected to take place shortly, as Governor Ododo and other … Read more

APC Committee Clears Aiyedatiwa, 15 Others For Screening

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections Vetting Committee has given a clean bill of health to all its governorship aspirants, paving the way for their participation in the upcoming primary. Led by Prof Abdulkarim Kana, the committee conducted a thorough review of the aspirants’ credentials and qualifications. Editor’s Picks  … Read more

BREAKING: Popular Ondo APC Governorship Aspirant Dies Weeks To Primary

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Eko Hot Blog reports that one of the prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirants for the upcoming governorship election in Ondo State, Paul Akintelure, has reportedly died.

According to Vanguard, prior to his unfortunate demise, Akintelure had voiced his concerns regarding the various threats, both direct and indirect, that he had been facing.

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However, despite his optimism that the alleged threats will subside and things will get better, Akuntelure, gave up the ghost as the date for the APC governorship primary election, set for April 25, drew near.

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In a statement made available to journalists earlier through his spokesperson, Oladapo Akintelure, Akintelure said: “Initially, I hope these incidents would dissipate over time, yet regrettably, they have escalated to pose a serious threat to my life”

“The threats against me only strengthen my resolve to stand up for what is right and just. I will not allow fear to dictate our path forward.”

The statement dated Thursday, March 21, 2023, added: “Let us embrace peace, progress, and unity. Our collective strength lies in our to stand together as one, regardless of our differences.”

Akintelure, who hails from Igbotako in the Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, previously ran as the deputy governorship candidate for the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) alongside Rotimi Akeredolu, the former governor of Ondo State.

However, they were unsuccessful in their bid as Olusegun Mimiko, the Labour Party flag bearer at the time, emerged as the winner of the election.

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Prior to this, Akintelure also contested the senatorial election against the candidate from the Peoples Democratic Party, but unfortunately, he was defeated.

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File Image of Late Former Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu

This series of events unfolded during the lead-up to the Ondo governorship election, which was gaining momentum at the time.

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Reps, 18 Lawmakers Drum Support As Aiyedatiwa Declares Gov Bid

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Aiyedatiwa Clears Air On

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Tuesday, formally declared his intention to contest the November 16 governorship election in the state. Aiyedatiwa, surrounded by his loyalists and supporters, made the declaration at the Gani Fawehinmi Arcade, Akure, amid fanfare. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Bandits Attack Sokoto, Kidnap Several Tsangaya Students Katsina Children … Read more

Akeredolu’s Niece Replies Ex-First Lady, Betty For Calling Her Shameless

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the niece of the late Governor of Ondo State, Funke Akeredolu Aruna has reacted to an attack on her person by the ex-first lady of the state, Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu. This news medium had earlier reported that Betty, in a post on her Instagram account, condemned Aruna for supporting the governorship … Read more

Ondo Guber: Aiyedatiwa’s Alliance With Mimiko Causes Stir In APC, PDP Camps

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the newfound political alliance between Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and former Governor Olusegun Mimiko appears to have stirred unease within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as the November gubernatorial election approaches in the state. This is just as the member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) noted … Read more

Betty Akeredolu Reveals Sanwo-Olu’s Sole Financial Support In Bringing Husband’s Remains Home

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Betty-Anyanwu Akeredolu, wife of late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, has said Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos “singlehandedly” brought her husband’s remains from Germany to Nigeria. Mrs Akeredolu stated this during President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the late governor’s family in his hometown of Owo on Wednesday. She appreciated … Read more

Rotimi Akeredolu Laid To Rest In Owo [PHOTOS]

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, was on Friday, 23rd February 2023, buried in his hometown, Owo, Ondo State. Akeredolu was buried after an interment service at the St. Andrews Anglican Diocese Church, Imola Owo. The funeral service was attended by several dignitaries, including the Vice President of Nigeria, … Read more

Tinubu Set To Sack Underperforming Ministers

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Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will drop any minister who performs woefully and doesn’t not deliver on his or her mandates. The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy and Coordination, Hadiza Bala-Usman, said this at the opening of a retreat in Uyo, the Awka Ibom capital, on Wednesday. Editor’s … Read more

Makinde Seeks Support For Ibadan Explosion Victims

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has  on Wednesday canvased public’s prayers and assistance in order for the state and those impacted by the explosion that occurred in Bodija, Ibadan, on Tuesday to recover. Five persons lost their lives in the explosion, 77 others were injured to varied degrees, and … Read more

BREAKING: Ondo Governor, Aiyedatiwa Names Deputy

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Eko Hot Blog reports that reports that the governor of Ondo state, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has named Chief Olayide Adelami as his Deputy Governor. Olayide who hails from Owo, Owo local government area of the state is a kinsman of late former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. He retired as Deputy Clerk to the National Assembly  in April … Read more

BREAKING: Ondo Governor, Aiyedatiwa Dissolves State Executive Council

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Eko Hot Blog reports Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has announced the dissolution of the State Executive Council. The decision, effective immediately, was disclosed in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ebenezer Adeniyan, on January 24, 2024. Editor’s Picks  FG Sets To Cash In $1 Billion From Sale Of Five Power … Read more

Akeredolu’s 8-Day Burial Arrangements Revealed

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the burial arrangement and timetable of the former Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, has emerged. Recall that Akeredolu died of protracted prostate cancer at a German hospital on December 27, 2023, where he was receiving treatment. According to Peoples Gazette, a copy of the funeral timetable shows that the … Read more

Ondo State Government ‘Fixes’ Date For Akeredolu’s Burial

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ondo State Government has reportedly set February 23 and 24 as the dates for the burial of the state’s late governor, Rotimi Akeredolu. According to SaharaReporter, this decision was finalized on Monday by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa following a state cabinet meeting, which was not without its share of disagreements. … Read more

2023 – Looking Back, Looking Forward

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In a few days, it will be the end of the year 2023. It has been a year replete with stories, many of them bad. The mind struggles to find the good story, not tainted by doubt, or worry. Perhaps the spate of tragic, disturbing events that erupted across the world in the more recent … Read more

‘It’s All Lies’ – Sowore Speaks On Where Akeredolu Died

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Publisher of SaharaReporters, Omoyele Sowore, has described as lies all that had been said earlier by the wife and children of late Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu. Akeredolu passed away on Wednesday after a prolonged battle with leukaemia. However, the reports surrounding Akeredolu’s death have since generated mixed reactions … Read more

He Was One Of Our Most Courageous Presidents – NBA Mourns Akeredolu

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Bar Association, (NBA) has mourned the passing of former Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, describing him as one of the most influential and courageous presidents to have ever led the association. Recall that Akeredolu, who was called to the Bar in 1978, was the president of the NBA … Read more

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