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Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi is mourning the loss of his 24-year-old son, Abdulwahab, just a day after the passing of his mother. Eko Hot Blog gathered that a statement by the governor’s spokesman, Hamisu Gumel, Abdulwahab acknowledged that the Governor Son died on Thursday as a result of a road accident. EDITOR’S PICK See … Read more
Deji Adeyanju criticizes police for defying court order to release Speed Darlington. Speed Darlington remains in custody despite unconditional bail granted by Federal High Court. Activist calls police actions a disrespect to the judiciary and rule of law. Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has criticised the continued detention of rapper Darlington Okoye, popularly … Read more
Adeleke pardons 53 inmates, including Segun Olowookere. Olowookere’s case gained attention after viral plea. Clemency based on good conduct recommendations. Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has granted a pardon to Segun Olowookere, who was sentenced to death for alleged involvement in stealing a fowl. The case of Segun, who was 17 at the time … Read more
Top 10 Currencies in Africa Giving Dollars a Good Run US Dollars Adoption For International Trade Libyan Dinar Africa’s Strongest Currency Overtime the US Dollars a prominently strong currency has been adopted by international market forces to transact business in the global stage. It’s the currency through which many countries of the world use to … Read more
Ekohotblog Christmas giveaway Live chicken and cash giveaway in Epe division Giveaway recipients share excitement As part of its yearly outreach and social Corporate responsibility, Ekohotblog a reputable online platform, celebrated Christmas by giving live chickens and ₦10,000 cash to residents of Epe Division and dedicated social media engagers. Editor’s pick NNPC Unveils … Read more
Egypt’s $9.3 Billion IMF Loan Tops List of African Nations Struggling with Financial Stability” “Reliance on IMF Loans Raises Concerns Over Africa’s Economic Future” “Kenya, Angola, and Côte d’Ivoire Trail Egypt in Massive IMF Debt Obligations: A Growing Trend Across Africa” African nations grappling with economic instability have increasingly turned to the International Monetary Fund … Read more
The mother of the estranged former queen of the Ooni of Ife has called for intervention regarding her daughter’s involvement in the deaths of several children at a Christmas party in Ibadan. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a court in Ibadan, on Tuesday, ordered the remand of Olori Prophetess Naomi Silelunola alongside others over the … Read more
An erstwhile presidential spokesman, Doyin Okupe says opponents of the proposed Tax Reform Bills are enemies of the country, saying the bills are pro-poor and pro-development. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Okupe, stated this in Lagos on Thursday, saying that no right thinking person would stand against the reforms meant to protect the poor and … Read more
Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says a fire outbreak at the Federal Institute of Industrial Research (FIIRO) office in Oshodi, Lagos has been successfully extinguished. A statement by LASEMA Permanent Secretary, Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu, on Thursday, said damping down as well as search and rescue operation has been concluded. According to him, the agency … Read more
Nigerian Celebrity Marriage Tiwa Savage and Tee Billz Marriage crashed in 2018 The Female Music Sensation finally opens up on cause of divorce Nigerian music sensation Tiwa Savage has opened up about her divorce from her ex-husband, Tunji Balogun, popularly known as TeeBillz. Speaking during an interview on The Receipts Podcast, the renowned singer … Read more
Prior to his appointment, Toyin Taiwo was the Deputy Chief of Staff to the governor Taiwo had served as Commissioner for Culture and Tourism He is an alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, where he obtained a B.Sc. in Statistics Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has appointed Dr. Toyin Taiwo as his new Chief of … Read more
A fire incident has been reported at the Federal Institute of Industrial Research (FIIRO) office in Oshodi, Lagos State, causing significant property damage worth millions of naira. EDITOR’S PICK Ex-Queen Naomi’s Mother Appeals for Help Over Daughter’s Legal Woes Edo Governor Swears in New Permanent Secretaries Cross River Suspends Traffic Enforcement for Festive Season Eko … Read more
Galatasaray Striker Osimhen in Lagos for Yuletide Nigerian Striker in celebration mood How he celebrated Xmas in community where he started playing football Galatasaray and Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, brought the spirit of Christmas to Olusosun, Lagos, as he celebrated the holiday with the community where his football journey began. The 25-year-old star, known … Read more
Azerbaijan Airlines flight J2-8243 crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing 38 people, while dozens miraculously survived. Authorities are probing the cause, with unconfirmed reports suggesting a bird strike during the emergency landing attempt. The flight carried passengers from Azerbaijan, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan, with the black box recovered to aid the investigation. Dozens of passengers survived … Read more
Over 1,500 prisoners escape Mozambique prison amid election-related unrest, with 33 killed in clashes with guards. Mozambique faces widespread protests after the constitutional court confirms disputed election results favoring Frelimo. Unrest escalates with looted businesses, arson, and calls for demonstrations by opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane. More than 1,500 inmates have escaped from a prison in … Read more
Contrary to reports making the rounds, the Joint Task Force North West Operation Fansan Yamma has declared that its air strikes in Sokoto State killed only terrorists associates. Reports had emerged on Wednesday purporting that the military mistakenly bombed two communities in Silame Local Government Area of Sokoto State. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East … Read more
The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has lamented that many Nigerian homes cannot afford to celebrate Christmas due to the prevailing economic challenges bedeviling the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Abure made this statement in a Christmas message to Nigerians on Wednesday in Abuja through the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora … Read more
Operatives of Katsina State Police Command have rescued no fewer than 10 kidnapped victims. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was contained in a statement by the command’s spokesman, ASP Abubakar Sadiq, on Wednesday in Katsina. Sadiq said that four of the rescued victims sustained various gunshot wounds as a result of the bandits’ attack … Read more
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has predicted dust haze from Thursday to Saturday across Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that NiMet’s weather outlook released on Wednesday in Abuja envisaged slight dust haze on Thursday in good visibility throughout the forecast period in the northern region. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following … Read more
Christmas and holiday period, while being a joyous and much-awaited time of the year, also brings with it a fair share of stress, busy schedules, and a surprising decline in sex life. Eko Hot Blog reports that a collaborative study conducted by Stanford University and Columbia University sheds light on this phenomenon by analyzing data … Read more