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FAAN Decongest Lagos Airport With Refurbished Terminal to Enhance Travel Experience

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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has taken a significant step towards decongesting the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos by commissioning a refurbished departure terminal. Eko Hot Blog reports that alongside this improvement, four environmentally friendly CNG-powered air-conditioned buses have been introduced to enhance passenger mobility within the airport premises. EDITOR’S PICK … Read more

Airtel Nigeria Wins Two Awards for Sustainability PR and Internal Comms at LaPRIGA 2024

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Airtel Nigeria reaffirmed its position as a leader in innovative and impactful public relations, clinching two prestigious awards at the Lagos Public Relations Industry Gala and Awards (LaPRIGA) held at Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos on Friday, 13th December 2024. The award ceremony themed ‘Shining Stars’, highlighted Airtel’s successful commitment to sustainability and employee engagement. EDITOR’S … Read more

Sanwo-Olu, Abike Dabiri Task Nigerians Abroad To Join Forces in Nation Building

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The Chairman of the Nigeria in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa has called on Nigerians both at home and abroad to join forces in building a nation that offers comfort and prosperity for all. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking on the importance of fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose, Dabiri-Erewa emphasized … Read more

8th African Nations Championship: Rabiu Ali, Manyo, Alimi, 15 others to tackle Black Galaxies

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Stand-in Head Coach Daniel Ogunmodede has picked ageless warhorse Rabiu Ali, wing-back Sadiq Ishmael, centre-back Stephen Manyo, midfielders Musa Zayyad and Jide Fatokun, and forwards Anas Yusuf and Sikiru Alimi in an 18-man roster for Sunday’s 8th African Nations Championship qualifying match against Ghana’s Black Galaxies in Accra. The gaffer also picked goalkeeper Henry Ozoemena, defender … Read more

Alleged Destabilisation: Niger Summons Nigerian Diplomat

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The Foreign Minister of Niger Republic, Bakary Yaou Sangare, has summoned the charge d’affaires at the Nigerian embassy over the accusation that Nigeria is serving as a rear base to destabilise the nation. Since the military took over the country in 2023 and broke away from the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, relations … Read more

Interswitch Partners Financial Services Innovators (FSI) to Empower Nigerian Youth

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Interswitch, a leading integrated payments and digital commerce company in Africa, has reaffirmed its commitment to driving innovation and empowering young talent in Nigeria. Eko Hot Blog Reports that the company recently sponsored the Financial Services Innovators (FSI) Intensive Software Testing Programme, which trained 100 university students, emerging innovators, and tech enthusiasts over an 8-week … Read more

Yuletide: CBN Grants BDCs Access to $25,000 Weekly Forex Cap for Holiday Season

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Reps Order CBN To Halt New ATM Charges

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has granted Bureau de Change (BDC) operators temporary permission to purchase up to $25,000 weekly in foreign exchange from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), which was recently launched. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a circular dated December 19, 2024, and signed by T.G. Allu, on behalf of … Read more

Traditional and Military Collaboration: Alara Hosts Naval Commander in Ilara

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His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr. Olukayode Olufolarin Ogunsanwo (Telade IV), the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, recently welcomed Rear Admiral MG Oamen, Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) of the Western Naval Command, to his palace in Epe, Lagos State. The visit focused mainly on the ongoing development of a naval base in Ijih, Ilara, a project set … Read more

BREAKING: Magistrate Court Grant Dele Farotimi N30m Bail

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Human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, has been granted bail by an Ekiti State Magistrate Court, in a defamation case filed by Afe Babalola. EKo Hot Blog reports that the 2023 African Action Congress, AAC, presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, announced the development of his Facebook handle on Friday. EDITOR’S PICK FCT-IRS Reports 19.8% Revenue Growth in … Read more

Lagos Govt Flags Off One-Week Raid On Beggars, Miscreants, Others

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The Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development, in partnership with the Lagos State Task Force, has flagged off a one-week-long raid to curb the activities of beggars, miscreants and other social vices across the state. It was gathered that the move which was in response to public outcry, is to rid the streets … Read more

You Slammed Nigeria Police But They’re Protecting Your Mum In Lagos -Fani-Kayode Knocks Badenoch

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Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has again blasted the leader of the British Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, over her criticism of Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Badenoch, a Nigerian born British citizen, has consistently attacked Nigeria and its institutions. In a recent interview with a British journalist, she accused police officers back home … Read more

NPF Receives 10 Mobile Medical Clinics to Enhance Officer Welfare

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 The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has taken a significant step towards enhancing the welfare and well-being of its officers, recruits, and trainers with the receipt of 10 mobile medical clinics. Eko Hot Blog reports that this initiative, funded by the Government of the Republic of Germany and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) … Read more

Yuletide: Price of Local Rice Drop

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Harvest Season responsible for the drop in price of local rice Yuletide Season and Abakakiki rice  Local rice production  The price of de-stoned local rice, commonly known as ‘Abakaliki rice,’ has experienced a slight reduction of six to ten percent in major markets in Enugu, bringing relief to residents and driving increased patronage for the … Read more

FCT-IRS Reports 19.8% Revenue Growth in 2024, Reaching N252.83 Billion IGR

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 The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS) has achieved a significant milestone by collecting a total of N252.83 billion in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) for 2024. Eko Hot Blog reports that this figure not only exceeds the N250.2 billion target for the year by 101% but also represents a 19.8% increase from the N211.1 … Read more

Flood Relief Efforts Strengthened as Committee of Banks in Nigeria Provides Essential Aid to Jigawa State

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The Committee of Banks in Nigeria demonstrated their solidarity and support for the victims of the recent flooding in Jigawa State with a visit to Dutse on Thursday. Eko Hot Blog reports that during this visit, the committee, led by Chairman and Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA), … Read more

US: Tech Guru, Elon Musk Tipped to Become Speaker of the House

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Tech Guru Elon Musk Sets to join Politics Speakership of the House Rand Paul’s Nomination Sparks Controversy United States Senator for Kentucky, Rand Paul, has sparked a political uproar by endorsing tech billionaire Elon Musk as the next Speaker of the House. Eko Hot Blog gathers that Elon Musk was very active during the last … Read more

Lady Arrested for Attacking FRSC Official Is Not an Officer – Lagos Police

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The Police Public Relations Officer of the Lagos State Command, Benjamin Hundeyin, has dismissed rumors that Monalisa Osayi, who was arrested for assaulting a Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) official on December 7, 2024, is a police officer. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement released on Thursday, the command clarified that Osayi was … Read more

President Zelensky Hits Back At Putin’s Missile Threat

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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky responded sharply to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s year-end press conference on Thursday, mocking the Kremlin leader with a crude remark in an online comment. During the conference, Putin praised the power of the Oreshnik, a new nuclear-capable ballistic missile that Russia recently launched at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. He also … Read more

Explosions Rock Kyiv As Air Defences Respond To Missile Strike

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At least two people have been reported injured following a series of explosions in Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, as the city’s mayor confirmed air defences were active in response to a missile strike on Friday morning. Witnesses reported multiple loud blasts across the city, with smoke rising from several areas. The Ukrainian Air Force issued an … Read more

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