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Teenager Arraigned for Stabbing Uncle in Kaduna A 19-year-old, Raymond Patrick, was arraigned in a Kaduna Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly stabbing his uncle. The incident happened at their home in Narayi, Kaduna, on December 27. Patrick faces charges of assault and causing serious injury. Editor’s Picks: Adebisi Akande Calls for Modernization in Nigerian Education … Read more
Former Osun State Governor and APC leader, Chief Adebisi Akande, has urged a shift from outdated methods in Nigeria’s education system. He advised universities to focus on producing graduates with skills that contribute to economic growth. Akande warned that failure to adapt could hinder the country’s global competitiveness. Speaking with EkoHotBlog at his residence in … Read more
FCT Minister Highlights Progress and Public Assessment of Performance The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that only the public can assess his performance in office. He expressed satisfaction with the government’s overall efforts and progress in the FCT. He mentioned the Presidential Monitoring Team as a key body to … Read more
Highlights of the Greater Lagos Countdown 2025: Afrobeat stars like Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, Seyi Vibez, and Olamide will headline the event. Performances will happen simultaneously across Lagos in five major locations. A spectacular midnight fireworks show will welcome the New Year. The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, has … Read more
Court Approves EFCC’s Request to Freeze 24 Accounts Over Terrorism Funding The Federal High Court in Abuja has approved freezing 24 bank accounts. The accounts are linked to alleged terrorism financing and a kidnapping case. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) made the request. The EFCC filed an ex parte application seeking to freeze … Read more
The family of the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has urged Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State to focus on completing projects started by the late governor. They believe this is the best way to honor Akeredolu’s legacy in the state. The family criticized the premature naming of an unfinished judicial complex after Akeredolu. The family … Read more
Ekiti Governor Signs 2025 Budget into Law Governor Biodun Oyebanji signed the ₦375.79 billion 2025 budget into law on Monday. The budget allocates 51% for recurrent expenses and 49% for capital projects. Priority sectors include agriculture, wealth creation, and infrastructure development. Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has signed the 2025 budget into law. The … Read more
Zamfara Approves 13th Month Salary for Workers The Zamfara State government will pay a 13th month salary to workers. This is the second time the bonus has been approved under Governor Lawal’s administration. Civil servants, public workers, and retirees will receive 30% of their basic salary as a bonus. The Zamfara State government has announced … Read more
Fajemisin Royal Family Rejects New Owa Appointment, Cites Court Order Appointment: Prince Clement Adesuyi Haastrup was named Owa Obokun of Ijesaland on Friday. Accusation: The Fajemisin Royal family claims the appointment violates tradition and disrespects a court order. Court Case: A restraining order against the selection process is in place, filed by the Ofokutu Royal … Read more
Aproko Doctor Donates Solar Power to Epe General Hospital Dr. Chinonso Egemba (Aproko Doctor) gave an 11KW solar power solution. Installed at the Mother-Child Centre of Epe General Hospital. Ensures reliable electricity for critical healthcare services, preventing power disruptions. A Life-Saving Gift In a generous act of community service, Dr. Chinonso Egemba, widely known as … Read more
Road Crashes in Oyo State: 2024 Report Lives Lost: 222 people died in road crashes. Injuries: 779 individuals were injured. Number of Crashes: 304 accidents occurred across 33 local councils in Oyo State. Oyo State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Rosemary Alo, shared these figures in a recent statement. She pointed … Read more
Federal Government Expresses Sympathy for South Korea Tragic Crash: Jeju Air Flight 2216 crashed on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Cause: The Boeing 737-800 skidded off the runway at Muan International Airport. Casualties: Out of 181 passengers and crew, 179 died, with only two survivors. Nigeria Offers Condolences On Sunday, Ekohotblog reports that the Federal Government … Read more
Box Office Showdown: Holiday Weekend Winners Two major movies competed for box office dominance in North America over the holiday weekend. Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” earned $63.8 million over five days (Christmas to Sunday). Paramount’s “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” led the traditional Friday-to-Sunday period with $37.1 million. Disney’s animated drama “Mufasa: The Lion King” … Read more
Igbo Traditional Ruler Honours Katsina Governor Igwe Ben Eze, ruler of Ndeabor Kingdom in Enugu State, praised Katsina Governor, Dr. Dikko Radda. For supporting non-indigenous residents in Katsina State. Radda was given the title “Omeluoha I” (Man of Charity) at Ndeabor Kingdom’s palace. The chieftaincy title was conferred during a weekend ceremony in Enugu State. … Read more
Senator Pledges to Expand Education Support for Students Students advised to avoid social vices that may hinder their progress. Scholarship programme to include WAEC, NECO, and JAMB forms in 2025. Commitment to increasing the number of beneficiaries next year. Senator Saliu Mustapha, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture Production Services and Rural Development, urged … Read more
Possible Power Outages in Abuja: Key Points Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announces planned maintenance. Affected areas include Gwagwalada, Wuye, Life Camp, and others. Maintenance scheduled for December 29, 2024, may cause power disruptions. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has informed residents in parts of Abuja about planned maintenance work that may result in … Read more
FG Spends N1.4bn on Terrorism Rehabilitation and Trials FG has allocated N1.4bn over the last 18 months for rehabilitating repentant terrorists and setting up terrorism trial centres. This expenditure is part of efforts under the National Counter-Terrorism Centre (NCTC) to address terrorism through disarmament and reintegration initiatives. Funds were also used to renovate facilities for … Read more
South Korean Team Installs Modern Rice Mills in Bayelsa A South Korean technical team has installed advanced rice processing mills in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The mills have a capacity to process 40 metric tonnes of rice paddies daily. This initiative strengthens the bilateral relationship between Bayelsa and South Korea. A delegation from South Korea recently … Read more
Kwara gov’s Chief of Staff dies at 73 Kwara State Chief of Staff, Prince AbdulKadir Mahe, has passed away. Mahe was buried on Saturday at his Moro Street residence in Ilorin. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and Emir of Ilorin mourn his loss. Prince AbdulKadir Mahe, the Chief of Staff to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, … Read more
Afe Babalola, 24 others get N1.1bn fees from FG Federal Government paid N1.1bn in legal fees over three years. Payments made to prominent Nigerian lawyers including Afe Babalola, SAN, and Wole Olanipekun, SAN. Data analyzed from GovSpend reveals payments for legal services by the Ministry of Justice. The Federal Government has paid around N1.1 billion … Read more