Ebonyi Governor Asks for Prayers for Peace and Unity in Nigeria

Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State

Urges humility, charity, and brotherhood Governor Nwifuru calls for peace and unity Administration is committed to the residents’ welfare Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, has called on all Nigerians to embrace peace and unity as the nation celebrates Eid-el-Maulud, a festival commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad. Eko Hot Blog reports that in a … Read more

Royal Family Mourns Duchess of Kent at 92

Duchess of Kent dies at 92

Royal family and public mourn Duchess of Kent dies at 92 Known for Wimbledon role The British royal family is in mourning following the death of the Duchess of Kent, Katharine Worsley, at the age of 92. Buckingham Palace announced her passing on Friday, confirming that she died peacefully. As the wife of the Duke … Read more

EFCC Convicts Dennis Tamarakuro for $71,795 Cyber Fraud

EFCC convicts Dennis Tamarakuro cryptocurrency laundering $71,795 cyber fraud The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully secured the conviction of  Dennis Tamarakuro for a cybercrime that involved a $71,795.41 fraud. As Eko Hot Blog reports, Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced Tamarakuro to two years in prison on … Read more

FAAN Begins ₦900bn MMIA Reconstruction in Lagos

Airport Work Begins Lagos’ MMIA Undergoes Major Renovation Keyamo’s Aviation Plan Takes Off The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced the start of major reconstruction work at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. The massive project, which is part of a series of upgrades to Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure, aims to fully … Read more

Justin Bieber is back with ‘Swag II,’ a follow-up to his summer hit

Bieber goes viral after surprising bride Justin Bieber drops ‘Swag II’ New dad energy After a four-year break from the music scene, superstar Justin Bieber feels like he has fully returned, and fans are ecstatic. Eko blog reports that the singer is set to drop his second surprise album of the year, “Swag II,” at … Read more

Tiwa Insists Tems Deserves Spot in Afrobeats’ ‘Big 3’ Debate

Tiwa  backs Tems in Afrobeats “Big 3” debate Tems’ rise includes two Grammy Awards Female artistes push global boundaries Famous songstress Tiwa has publicly called for her colleague, Tems, to be recognized as one of the genre’s top artists. As Eko blog reports, this challenge questions the long-standing “Big 3” narrative, which exclusively celebrates the … Read more

INEC Receives 171 New Party Applications

INEC Staff Suspend Registration In Kwara

171 groups now seeking INEC recognition 19 new applications submitted INEC assures fairness The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confirmed that the total number of applications has reached 171 as of September 3, 2025. Eko Hot Blog reports that Sam Olumekun, an INEC National Commissioner, the commission’s review committee has finalized its assessment and moved … Read more

Government Eyes $1.75bn World Bank Loans Amid Rising Debt

FG collects ₦20.59tn in 8 months  Govt eyes $1.75bn new World Bank loans  Economists warn total debt could hit ₦180tn The Federal Government plans to increase its borrowing despite a remarkable 40.5 per cent surge in revenue for the first eight months of 2025. According to a statement by Presidential Adviser Bayo Onanuga, the government’s … Read more

El-Rufai Vows to Challenge Ban on Political Gathering

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufa

El-Rufai Holds Briefing at Residence Ex-Governor Blasts Police for Disrupting  Meeting Take the Case to The Supreme Court Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has expressed strong displeasure with the police for stopping a planned meeting of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the state. According to Eko Hot Blog, the meeting, which aimed to … Read more

Obasanjo Confirms Lagos as Host of 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo

Trade Fair to Come to Lagos in 2027 Lagos to Drive Continental Trade in 2027 Lagos as Host of 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has officially announced that Lagos, Nigeria, will host the 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF). Eko Hot Blog reports that he made the announcement during the opening ceremony … Read more

Khamis Musa to Support First Lady’s 65th Birthday Project

Tinubu Supporter to Donate Salary for First Lady Supporter Donates Salary to Education Birthday Wish Inspires Supporter’s Donation Khamis Musa, a staunch supporter of President Tinubu from Bauchi State, has pledged his entire September salary to help fund a special project close to her heart. The First Lady, who turns 65 on September 21, 2025, … Read more

Oyo APC Women Rally Behind Oloye Saheed Oladele

Strong Backing of 33 APC Women Leaders Massive Support for Oloye Saheed Oladele Growth and development in Oyo State In a significant show of support, all 33 All Progressives Congress (APC) women leaders in Oyo State have rallied behind governorship aspirant, Oloye Saheed Oladele. The women, led by the state APC women leader, Mrs. Tinuade … Read more

Osun Must Not Become a Political Battleground, Says Adeleke

Osun Governor Urges Neutrality Adeleke Praises Security Chiefs Cautions Security Agencies Against Partisanship Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has appealed to security agencies to remain professional and non-partisan in the state’s unfolding political climate. Eko Hot Blog reports that during a ceremony to decorate his Aide-De-Camp (ADC), DSP Ahmed Bio Abdulraman, at the Government House in Osogbo, … Read more

Lagos Water Works Phase II to Supply Over 70 Million Gallons Daily

Adiyan Water Works Phase II to Boost Lagos Steady Progress on Adiyan Water Project Pipe Laying 98% Done The Lagos State Government has announced significant progress on the Adiyan Water Works Phase II project, with pipe laying now 98 percent completed. Eko Hot Blog reports that this critical water treatment plant, once finished, will produce 320,000 cubic meters … Read more

Cardi B Cleared of All Allegations in $24 Million Lawsuit

Rapper Cardi B cleared of assault charges in $24m lawsuit

Cardi B declared innocent I will never admit to something I did not do Charges from the $24 Million Lawsuit Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B has been cleared of all assault allegations in a $24 million civil lawsuit after a Los Angeles jury delivered a decisive ruling on Tuesday. The case, filed by former security guard … Read more

Tufab Cries Out Over Alleged Threats from Davido

Wizkid's Associate, Tufab

Wizkid’s Associate Exposes Davido Davido Sends Warning to Tufab Hold Davido Accountable if Anything Happens Fresh conflict has erupted between Nigerian superstar Davido and Tufab, an associate of singer Wizkid, after Tufab publicly accused Davido of threatening him. Eko Hot Blog reports that Tufab shared screenshots of the alleged messages on X, asking the public … Read more

Governor Adeleke’s Administration Reaffirms Confidence in Deputy

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke

Osun Dismisses No-Confidence Vote on Deputy Deputy Governor Kola Adewusi Retains His Position  Osun PDP to Settle Vote of No Confidence Crisis  The Osun State Government has announced that Deputy Governor Kola Adewusi retains his position despite a recent vote of no confidence passed in him. According to a report by Eko Hot Blog, the … Read more

Ooni of Ife to Mark 10th Anniversary with Major Celebration

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi

Historic Eight-Day Event 10-Year Reign Celebrates Culture and Empowerment World Leaders to Attend Ooni’s Anniversary The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, will celebrate his 10th anniversary on the throne with an eight-day event in November and December. According to Eko Hot Blog reports, the celebration, themed “Ten Years of Ase: A Reign of Peace, … Read more

Tinubu’s Directive Aims for Universal Health Coverage

Economic Reforms Stabilising Nigeria - Tinubu

FG Moves to Expand Health Coverage Compulsory Health Insurance for All MDAs Digital Platform for Easy Verification of Certificates President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the mandatory implementation of health insurance across all Ministries, Extra-Ministerial Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). As reported by Eko Hot Blog, the directive announced by President Tinubu’s Special Adviser, Bayo Onanuga, … Read more

Ondo State Politician Bamidele Akingboye Passes On

Ex-Ondo SDP governorship candidate, Akingboye

Akingboye Dies at His Lagos Residence He also a successful businessman Passed away after an undisclosed illness Bamidele Akingboye, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate in the November 16, 2024, Ondo State governorship election, has died. His aide, Oyeniyi Iwakun, confirmed the death in a statement on Wednesday, stating that Akingboye passed away at his … Read more