Tensions Rise as Nigeria Denies Sabotage Allegations from Niger’s Leader

Nigeria Denies Niger’s Allegations Gen. Tchiani Accuses Nigeria of Collaborating with France ECOWAS Comes to Nigeria’s defense Nigeria has dismissed allegations by Niger’s military leader, Brigadier General Abdourahmane Tchiani, accusing the country of colluding with France to destabilize Niger’s junta-led government. The accusations were made during a Christmas Day interview in which Gen. Tchiani claimed … Read more

YBNL: Asake unfollows Olamide, Sparks Break up Rumour

Olamide’s YBNL Trending on Social Media Awake and Olamide reportedly fall out Netizens having a field day on the subject matter  Nigerian singer Asake has reportedly parted ways with his record label, YBNL, sparking widespread speculation across social media platforms. The rumors gained momentum after fans noticed significant changes on Asake’s Instagram profile, where he … Read more

Deeper Life Ministry Bus Accident Leaves 10 Injured on Otedola Bridge

Deeper life bus Crashes 10 Persons Injured LASEMA says the Crash was caused by Brake Failure At least ten people were injured on in a road accident involving a bus belonging to the Deeper Christian Life Ministry. The incident occurred on Otedola Bridge, inward 7-Up, in Ikeja, Lagos State. The victims, comprising three adult males … Read more

Ex-Osun Deputy Governor, Prince Clement Haastrup Named New Owa Obokun of Ijesaland

Prince Clement Hasstrup to become 49th Owa of Obokun Prince Hasstrup Defeat Nine other Candidates Election Was Held Today Prince Clement Haastrup, former deputy governor of Osun State under the Isiaka Adeleke administration, has emerged as the new Owa Obokun of Ijesaland. Eko Hot Blog reports that Prince Hasstrup hails from the Bilaro Oluodo Ruling … Read more

Air Peace Debunks Plane Crash Report

Air Peace has refuted the report making the rounds of a purported plane crash involving one of its aircraft in the Western Sahara region. It described the report as false, malicious and misleading. This was contained in a statement by the airline’s Head of Corporate Communications, Ejike Ndiulo, on Friday in Lagos. Ndiulo said the … Read more

Sokoto Killings: I Saw My Parents, Brothers Burnt To Death –Survivor Recounts Experience

A survivor of the airstrike in Silame Local Government Area of Sokoto State has recounted the harrowing experience of watching her family perish in the tragic event. In an interview with BBC Hausa published the emotional woman, who requested anonymity, described how her father, mother, and four younger siblings were burnt to death during the … Read more

BREAKING: Again, South Korea Lawmakers Impeach Acting President

South Korea in Political Turmoil Weeks After Sacking the substantive President Lawmakers Impeach Acting president. Marital Laws Genesis of the problem    In a dramatic turn of events, South Korea’s National Assembly voted on Friday to impeach acting President Han Duck-soo, citing his alleged involvement in an insurrection following the controversial declaration of martial law … Read more

Niger Accuses Nigeria of Sponsoring Terrorism, ECOWAS Reacts

  Nigeria accused of sponsoring Terrorism  Nigeria, Niger share borders to the North ECOWAS Reacts to Niger’s Accusations  The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has firmly rejected allegations suggesting that Nigeria and other member states are involved in sponsoring terrorism. In a statement released on Thursday, ECOWAS expressed unwavering support for Nigeria’s peacekeeping … Read more

Police Arrest One-Eye Armed Robber Two Days After Release From Oko Prison

The suspect had only been out of Oko prison for two days John Agbontean 35yrs was arrested with a cut to size gun while attempting to rob in the church His accomplice narrowly escaped arrest Two days after his release from Oko Prison in Benin City, one-eyed ex-convict John Agbontean found himself back in police … Read more

Civilians in Sokoto Airstrike Zone Were Accomplices of Terrorists – CDS

Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa

CDS Defends Sokoto Airstrike on Terrorists Military to Investigate Civilian Casualties General Musa Appeals to Civilians to Avoid Criminals The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, reiterated on Thursday that the military’s recent airstrike in Sokoto State targeted only terrorists and criminals, dismissing claims that civilians were harmed in the operation. Speaking during his … Read more

I Love Marriage But I’m Scared of it – Actress Kiitan Bukola

Nollywood actress Kiitan Bukola has opened up about her personal struggles and how her childhood experiences have influenced her views on marriage. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a recent interview with Biola Bayo, Bukola posited that while she cherishes the idea of marriage, she harbors deep fears about it due to her strong desire … Read more

Four Lagos Drug Lords Jailed for 28 Years, Ordered to Forfeit VGC Properties

A Federal High Court in Lagos, presided over by Justice Yellim Bogoro, has sentenced four drug kingpins to a combined total of 28 years in prison with hard labour. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the kingpins were arrested two years ago with 2.1 tonnes of cocaine at a residential estate in Ikorodu. Femi Babafemi, Director … Read more

Sporting Lisbon Sack Amorim’s Replacement After Six Weeks

Sporting Lisbon sack Joao Pereira after a poor run of results, appointing Rui Borges as new head coach. Pereira’s tenure ended following a loss of form, including a 0-0 draw that saw Sporting lose top spot to Benfica. Rui Borges, former Vitoria Guimaraes coach, takes over after a successful stint with the team in the … Read more

INEC to Destroy Over 6 Million Uncollected PVCs After 10 Years

INEC Scrap PVC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is considering a policy to withdraw and destroy Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) that have remained uncollected for a decade. EKO HOT BLOG gathers that this recommendation was part of 208 proposals generated from INEC’s review of the 2023 general elections. The decision follows the ongoing issue of unclaimed PVCs, … Read more

We Didn’t Attack Herders -Plateau Community Denies Media Reports

Herders

Describes report as malicious, mischievous and misleading Calls action unprofessional  Urges security agencies to urgently investigate and arrest the perpetrators  The Berom Youth Moulders Association, BYM, Heipang community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau, has debunked reports that some herders were attacked within the community. The Chairman of BYM in the community, Mr … Read more

Ukrainian Forces Capture Injured North Korean Soldier Sent To Support Russia

Ukrainian forces capture first North Korean prisoner of war since Pyongyang sent troops to support Russia. Photo of wounded soldier circulates, confirming North Korean involvement in Russia’s war in Ukraine. Over 10,000 North Korean soldiers are believed to have been deployed to assist Russia in Ukraine. Ukrainian forces have captured an injured North Korean soldier … Read more

Olowookere Segun Not Sentenced for Stealing Fowl – Osun Court Clears Air

The Osun State High Court has rejected widespread reports suggesting that Olowookere Segun, a young man, was sentenced to death for stealing a fowl, calling the claims false and maliciously distorted. This comes as Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, announced on Thursday that Olowookere and his co-convict, Sunday Morakinyo, had been granted a pardon by … Read more

Tax: Benue Govt. Seals Rep Member’s Park

Benue LG Election Appeals Panel

The Benue Government has sealed City Bay Park, belonging to Rep. Asema Achado (APC/Gwer East/Gwer West), for non-payment of prescribed tax. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the lawmaker confirmed the sealing of the recreational park to newsmen during a press briefing on Thursday in Makurdi. EDITOR’S PICKS  PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following … Read more

NDLEA Secures 28 Years in Jail Term for Four Drug Lords in Lagos

It’s historical blow to illicit drug trade– NDLEA Chairman, Marwa  Court orders Forfeiture of Assets The trial for the fifth suspect, Oguntolure Sunday, is ongoing The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) successfully convicted four drug kingpins linked to the historic confiscation of 2,139.55 kilograms of cocaine at an Ikorodu residential estate in 2022. Eko … Read more