Man reacts to picture showing Governor Alex Otti and a Lady Stating that it’s a blackmail.

Published

1 year ago

April 26, 2024

Governor Alex Otti

THIS DOES NOT MEAN ANYTHING, I DON’T SUPPORT BLACKMAIL!

Can I please make this clarification. This picture here does not mean anything. It does not imply or show that there is something beyond a normal relationship between Governor Otti and the lady.

Governor Alex Otti

She may be his former staff, friend or someone he knows from way back. She may be a friend’s wife. They were also not in a compromising position, and they were not in a hotel room or on a bed. It does not mean that they have a sexual relationship. Governor Otti has had a very long career, and must have friends, both male and female.

Having said the above, this serves as a lesson to anyone who tries to tarnish the reputation of a fellow man using things like drinks or women. Always use facts, avoid sentiments. I stick to facts and figures.

I have listened to Governor Alex C. Otti say very negative things about Ikpeazu using Abia’s funds for expensive drinks and women. I felt that was too low of him. I hope he learns from this.

Let’s stop the blackmail.
I repeat this image does not mean anything.

I also want to state that Governor Otti has been under pressure for a long time, from electioneering, litigation, to his 11 months in power. It has been more than a marathon for him. Having a few drinks with friends does not make him a bad leader. He is human. He may also not be drinking alcohol.

The video also shows that not everyone around you is your friend or lover. Your follower may not be your fan.

It could be you or me tomorrow. I have been in his shoes, I know how he feels.

Let’s be guided.
Let’s put a stop to the blackmail.
Let’s also consider his wife and kids.
All our actions have consequences.

Eke O Ako

Seven dead, 41 injured in Bauchi highway crash

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4 hours ago

July 5, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

At least seven people have lost their lives in a fatal crash along the Alkaleri–Gombe Federal Highway, while 41 others sustained serious injuries.

The tragic incident was disclosed in an updated First Information Report, FIR, from the RS12.13 Alkaleri Unit Command of the Bauchi State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, made available to Ekwutosblog.

According to the report, the crash occurred around 3:00 p.m. at Kirfi Junction and involved a commercial DAF trailer. All seven deceased were adult males.

The lone crash was attributed to a mechanical fault, specifically, a structural failure in which the head of the trailer detached from its body while in motion.

A total of 48 people were involved in the incident, including 38 adult males and 10 male children. Of these, 41 sustained varying degrees of injuries, 25 adult males and 16 male children, while seven adult males died at the scene.

FRSC personnel were said to have responded to the distress call at 3:02 p.m. and arrived at the scene by 3:50 p.m., marking a 48-minute response time.

The injured were transported to the General Hospital in Alkaleri, with some later referred to the Specialist Hospital in Bauchi for advanced care. The remains of the deceased were deposited in the morgue before being handed over to their families for burial.

The rescue operation was led by DRC H.Y. Danjuma on behalf of the Unit Commander.

In the wake of the tragedy, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, paid a condolence visit to Kirfi Local Government Area on Friday. During the visit, he announced a N50 million relief package for the victims and their families.

According to the governor, each bereaved family will receive N2 million, while those still receiving treatment in hospital will be given N1 million each. Victims who have been discharged will receive N500,000 each.

He added that additional support would be provided through the State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA.

Governor Mohammed described the accident as deeply painful, especially given the loss of many young lives.

The governor condemned the practice of transporting over 200 people in a single truck, calling it highly irresponsible and unacceptable.

Suspected gunmen kill brother of village Imam, one other in Niger

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1 day ago

July 3, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

Suspected bandits have attacked Kulho and Maikade villages in Mashegu Local Government Area of Niger State, killing two residents and injuring others.

According to a post by security analyst, Bakatsine on X on Thursday, the attack happened late Wednesday night when armed men stormed the two neighbouring villages.

One of the victims was identified as Alhaji Yahaya, the brother of the Imam of Kulho village. The Imam was also injured during the attack but survived.

Another victim, Alhaji Bello Maikade, a respected community member in Maikade village, was also killed during the incident.

“Yesterday night, bandits stormed Kulho and Maikade villages in Mashegu LGA, Niger State. They killed Alhaji Yahaya, the brother of Kulho’s Imam (who was injured but survived) and also murdered Alhaji Bello Maikade,” Bakatsine wrote.

Authorities are yet to release an official statement regarding the incident.

Sex worker dies in Ondo brothel altercation

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4 days ago

June 30, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested three people over the death of a commercial sex worker at a brothel in Akure.

One of the suspects had sought the services of the deceased but demanded a refund of his N15,000 following the alleged failure of the sex worker to satisfy his desire.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Olayinka Ayanlade, the incident occurred at the weekend in a popular brothel in the Cathedral area of Akure, the Ondo State capital.

Ayanlade stated that during a sexual activity with one of the suspects, the sex worker complained of tiredness, which infuriated the customer. This then escalated into a heated altercation between the manager of the brothel, the deceased, and the suspect, as well as friends he had invited to help retrieve the money initially paid for the services.

The police spokesperson said: “At approximately 10 am on June 29, the manager of the brothel reported to the station under the jurisdiction of A Division that there had been a violent altercation between a sex worker and a male customer earlier that morning. The disagreement began when the sex worker reportedly complained of sudden weakness during an encounter and could no longer continue providing the agreed services.

“The police acted swiftly and professionally; while the victim was being rushed to a nearby hospital in the Lafe area, officers at the scene simultaneously effected the arrest of three suspects involved in the incident. The victim was later referred to the Police Hospital in Akure but was, unfortunately, declared dead on arrival by a medical officer. Her body has since been deposited at the State Specialist Hospital morgue for autopsy.”