The father of Ebonyi State Governor, Chief Ezekiel Nwifuru Nwankpu, who has 30 wives, has been crowned the traditional ruler of the Oferekpe Agbaja Autonomous Community in Izzi Local Government Area of the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ezeogo Nwifuru Nwankpu initially married 30 wives, but over time, those who could not bear children … Read more
Oba Joel Olaniyi Oyetoye Olufayo II, the Oloro of Oro Kingdom in Irepodun Local Government Area, Kwara State, was prevented from attending Sunday service at the Catholic Church in the Oro community. In response, he attended a service at the First Baptist Church in Oro instead. According to reports, the Catholic church was locked by … Read more
A group of protesters stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday to express their opposition to the appointment of a new traditional ruler in the Ajah region of the state. The protesters, hailing from the Ajah community, raised concerns that the matter of the Obaship of Ajah is still under judicial review. They … Read more
Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa, the Village Head of Beli (Sarkin Beli) in Shira Local Government Area of Bauchi State, has passed away at the age of 111. The late monarch, who ruled for 91 years, died at the Federal Medical Center Azare in Katagum Local Government Area. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News Host Pete Hegseth … Read more
Oba Lateef Gbadamosi Adebimpe, Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, dies after a brief illness, with notable absence from the Olubadan’s coronation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Lateef Gbadamosi Adebimpe, has passed away following a brief illness. Oba Adebimpe was one of the high chiefs in Ibadan who were promoted to the … Read more
Police Hand Over Arrested Traditional Ruler To Military. Monarch denies involvement in alleged killing of 17 army officers and soldiers. State government aware of situation, opponent’s recent invitation mentioned by monarch. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Delta State Police Command has transferred HRM Clement Ikolo Oghenerukevwe, the arrested traditional ruler of Ewu kingdom in Ughelli … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oba of Benin, Omo Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, has said President Bola Tinubu was ordained by God to be the President at this time. The first-class monarch stated this on Sunday during a courtesy visit to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State at the Government House in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has extended his warmest congratulations to His Majesty, Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos State, on the auspicious occasion of his 80th birthday. President Tinubu, a seasoned political figure and the former Governor of Lagos State, shared his deep admiration for the venerable monarch, hailing him as … Read more
A newly enthroned Monarch was barred from his Palace in Osun. EKO HOT BLOG reports that there was drama in Osun State on Saturday after a newly enthroned monarch was restricted from accessing the palace. This online media platform understands that the state government appointed Prince Yinusa Akadiri as the new Akinrun of Ikirun in … Read more
Enugu State Government has announced the suspension of Greg Ituma, traditional ruler of Ekpulato Mgbowo in Awgu LGA of the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was in accordance to a statement issued on Saturday by Charles Egumgbe, Enugu commissioner for chieftaincy matters. EDITORS PICK Insecurity: Matawalle Orders Closure Of All Media Houses Nigerian … Read more
Lagos traditional ruler has been jailed for 15 years Eko Hot Blog reports that an Ikeja High Court has sentenced the deposed Baale of Shangisha in Magodo area of Lagos Mutiu Ogundare, charged with faking his kidnap to 15-year jail term. EDITORS PICK BREAKING: APC Explains Exclusion Of Osibanjo’s Name On Presidential Campaign Council APC … Read more
Insecurity: Gunmen Abduct Traditional Ruler In Imo EKO HOT BLOG reports that there is apprehension in Owerri metropolis over the abduction of a prominent traditional ruler in Imo state, Eze Jewel Ndenkwo. He was said to have been kidnapped in front of one of his companies in Owerri, the state capital, around 7pm … Read more
Katsina emirate kingmaker, Nuhu Abdulkadir, is dead EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kauran Katsina and District Head of Rimi (Hakimin Rimi) in Katsina State, Alhaji Nuhu Abdulkadir, is dead. EDITOR’S PICK Tinubu Reveals Meeting Details With Obasanjo In Abeokuta JUST IN: Buhari Swears In RMAFC Chair, Presides Over FEC BREAKING: Prominent APC Senatorial Candidate … Read more
Suspected Bandits Ambush, Kill Traditional Ruler, Son In Taraba EKO HOT BLOG reports that gunmen suspected to be bandits have killed Udeng Ibrahim Yamusa, the traditional ruler of Yukuben chiefdom in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State. EDITOR’S PICK Insecurity: Abductors Of Nollywood Actors Demand $100,000 Ransom JUST IN: Powerful Eastern Politician … Read more
Alhaji Haruna Abdullahi is dead. …Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State described the passage of the traditional leader as a huge loss to the state and Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICK Sanwo-Olu Unveils GAC Showroom, All-New GS4 Sanwo-Olu Reveals Why Ogun And Lagos Residents Must Remain United Nigeria’s Future Relies On Outcome Of 2023 General Election … Read more
First-class Nigerian monarch is dead …the monarch breathed his last at a private hospital in Bida, Niger State, on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICK Lagos TESCOM Set To Conduct Promotion Exercise For Education Officers BREAKING: Nationwide Blackout As National Grid Collapses Burna Boy: IGP Directs Lagos CP To Investigate Nightclub Shooting EKO HOT BLOG reports that Alhaji … Read more
A Traditional ruler and Clergy have pledged their support for Ikorodu Cake Bakers who recently organised a cake fair in the community Oba Ayangburen also commended their effort for the free baking class rendered so far and described them as professionals with a positive impact on the community Bamidele Adesina-Osunyomi, a clergy at Badagry Anglican … Read more
There have been recent attacks on the palaces of some Traditional Rulers in the state by some unknown gunmen… EKO HOT BLOG reports that one person has been killed as police operatives repelled an attack on the palace of Ezeimo, HRH Dr. E.C Okeke in Ezioha Amaifeke, Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State. Police … Read more
Asiwaju Tinubu Condoles Gov Makinde, Ibadan Indigenes over Olubadan’s Transition EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress National Leader, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, on Sunday expressed sadness over the death of Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Adetunji Saliu, Aje Ogungunniso I, saying coming shortly after the death of another top-ranking traditional ruler in Yorubaland and … Read more
Deeper life pastor has emerged as traditional ruler. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Deeper Life Pastor, John Elaigwu Odogbo, has emerged as the paramount ruler elect of Idomaland. The emergence which came through an election was conducted by the kingmakers. The four contenders for the stool were Andrew Idakwu, John Bamaiyi, Sunday Echono, and … Read more