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Kano State declares a public holiday for the Islamic New Year 1446 AH, urging citizens to reflect, engage in community service, and pray for peace and progress. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kano State Government has announced that Monday will be observed as a public holiday to celebrate the beginning of the new Islamic calendar … Read more
APC accuses PDP’s Asue Ighodalo of presenting forged voter’s card to INEC, demands arrest and prosecution; seeks police action. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Acting State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Emperor Jarret Tenebe, has urged the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to arrest and prosecute Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples … Read more
Nigerian Railway Corporation suspends Warri-Itakpe train service following track obstruction; train derails near Abraka station in Delta State. the Nigerian Railway Corporation has temporarily suspended the Warri-Itakpe train service due to track conditions between Ujevwu in Delta State and Itakpe in Kogi State. In a notice to customers, the NRC announced plans to resume operations … Read more
Four British-Nigerians, including Kemi Badenoch and Taiwo Owatemi, won seats in the UK Parliament, marking a significant presence in the new government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the British citizens on Thursday, July 4, 2024, trooped out to the polling units to elect members of parliament that will form a new government. The Labour Party won … Read more
Minister Nyesom Wike extends condolences to former Senate President Bukola Saraki on the passing of his mother, Florence Morenike Saraki, who died at 89. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Friday, extended his condolences to former Senate President Bukola Saraki over the passing of his mother, Florence Morenike Saraki. Florence Morenike … Read more
Governor Similanayi Fubara reassures the public that he remains undeterred and committed to good governance despite the Appeal Court overturning the high court ruling that sacked 27 pro-Wike lawmakers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Rivers State, Similanayi Fubara, addressed the recent Appeal Court ruling that overturned the high court judgment which had sacked … Read more
The federal government has introduced new rates for mining licenses to align with President Tinubu’s ease of doing business policy and boost revenue. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has announced new rates for investors interested in mining mineral resources across the country. Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, disclosed this on Thursday, stating … Read more
Keir Starmer has made his first cabinet appointments after the Labour Party’s landslide victory, ending 14 years of Conservative rule, and has been asked by King Charles III to form a government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Newly-elected UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has announced his first set of cabinet appointments following his Labour Party’s … Read more
Sir Keir Starmer becomes the UK’s new prime minister after Rishi Sunak’s resignation, following the worst election defeat for the Conservatives. Eko Hot Blog reports that Sir Keir Starmer has officially become the UK’s new prime minister following a meeting with the King at Buckingham Palace. This significant event occurred after Rishi Sunak resigned, marking … Read more
Rishi Sunak resigns as Conservative Party leader after Labour’s overwhelming election victory, acknowledging public anger and responsibility for the loss. Rishi Sunak has announced his resignation as leader of the Conservative Party, acknowledging public anger and disappointment following Labour’s overwhelming victory in the general election. Speaking from 10 Downing Street, Mr. Sunak stated he would … Read more
The NCDC reported a rise in suspected Lassa fever cases to 6,902 across 125 LGAs in 28 states, with 920 confirmed cases and 162 deaths as of June 23, 2024 EKO HOT BLOG reports that the number of suspected Lassa fever cases in Nigeria has surged to 6,902, according to the latest figures from the Nigeria … Read more
A Lagos State High Court sentenced bus driver Elijah Shokoya to 12 years in prison for the manslaughter of LASTMA officer Olawale Akinmade. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Lagos State High Court in Ikeja has sentenced Elijah Shokoya, a commercial bus driver, to 12 years in prison for the manslaughter of Olawale Akinmade, an officer … Read more
The G-60 lawmakers clarified that the Court of Appeal’s judgment did not reinstate the 27 sacked Rivers State lawmakers but ruled that the lower court lacked jurisdiction. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lawmakers in the House of Representatives, known as G-60, have clarified that the Court of Appeal’s judgment on the Rivers State House of Assembly … Read more
NLC President Joe Ajaero has criticized the Tinubu administration and DISCOs over the recent electricity tariff hike, demanding an immediate reversal to prevent further economic hardship. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu’s administration and Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs) against the recent hike … Read more
Top Entertainment Stories Today Tiwa Savage, Sabinus, Burna Boy And More Eko Hot Blog reports all the details: Tiwa Savage and Olamide: Tiwa Savage recently revealed that Olamide declined a ₦100 million offer to feature on a verse for one of her songs. She expressed admiration for Olamide’s integrity and artistic principles in her Instagram post. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu announces a ₦2 trillion investment in critical sectors like Health, Agriculture, Energy/Power, and others to accelerate economic stabilization and advancement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has announced a bold plan to inject ₦2 trillion into key sectors of the economy over the next six months. This significant investment aims to … Read more
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has imposed a 24-hour curfew in Ukum LGA due to protests and killings, starting July 4, to ensure safety and prevent further violence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has imposed a 24-hour curfew in the Ukum Local Government Area following a series of protests and killings. … Read more
AEDC announces a power outage in parts of Abuja, including Durumi, due to heavy rainfall, with efforts underway to restore supply. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has announced that parts of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, will experience a power outage due to heavy rainfall. This online media platform reports … Read more
UNIBEN students protested over electricity and water shortages, leading the Senate to warn of a possible shutdown if dialogue fails. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) has labelled the ongoing student protest as regrettable and cautioned that the institution may be closed if dialogue attempts with the students … Read more
Bandits killed the eldest son of Kaduna State Judge Janet Galadima while demanding a ransom to free her and three other children. EKO HOT BLOG reports that bandits have killed the eldest son of Janet Galadima, a judge of the Kaduna State Customary Court, while demanding a N300 million ransom to free the judge and her … Read more