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The embattled immediate past governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello, has threatened to sue people behind an online media over alleged fake report targeted at causing a strained relationship between him and President Bola Tinubu. This was contained in a statement by the Director, Yahaya Bello Media Office, Michael Ohiare, on Sunday in Abuja. The … Read more
Troops from the 1 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have captured Bako Wurgi, a notorious bandit leader and arms dealer, also known as Baka NaGarba. EKO HOT BLOG reports thatWurgi is suspected of being behind the murder of Emir Isa Mohammad Bawa of Gobir in Sokoto State. According to Zagazola Makama, a counterterrorism expert specializing … Read more
Bitcoin has reached a new all-time high, continuing a rally that has seen its price climb over 50% since Donald Trump’s victory in the 5 November election. The world’s leading cryptocurrency briefly surpassed $106,000 (£83,890) before settling around $104,500 during Monday morning trading in Asia. Analysts attribute the surge to optimism over the incoming Trump … Read more
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has forecast dust haze and cloudiness from Monday to Wednesday across the country. NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja envisaged dust haze on Monday in the northern region with visibility ranges of 1km to 3km. The agency anticipated localised visibility of less than 1km throughout the forecast period. … Read more
Former Kogi State Senator Dino Melaye has expressed dissatisfaction over the absence of Bishop David Abioye at Shiloh 2024, the annual gathering organized by the Living Faith Church Worldwide. EKO HOT BLOG reports that taking to social media, Melaye criticized the development and raised concerns about the church’s leadership structure following the retirement of Bishop … Read more
Southampton have parted ways with manager Russell Martin following a crushing 5-0 defeat to Tottenham on Sunday, which left the club nine points adrift of Premier League safety. The 38-year-old, who led the Saints to promotion last season after a memorable play-off final victory over Leeds United at Wembley, has struggled to replicate that success … Read more
Wolves are in advanced talks with Al-Shabab manager Vitor Pereira to take over as head coach following the sacking of Gary O’Neil last week. The club is eager to make a swift appointment, with the compensation fee of around £800,000 for the former Porto and Olympiakos boss not seen as an obstacle. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Zakir Hussain, a maestro of Indian classical music who transcended genres to bring the tabla to global prominence, passed away on Sunday at the age of 73. The legendary musician died of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung condition, at a San Francisco hospital, his family announced in a statement. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has assured that the license granted to Bishop David Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church, commonly known as Winners’ Chapel, remains valid and will not be revoked. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this statement follows an earlier call by the House of Representatives in October to revoke licenses … Read more
Dele Farotimi’s lawyer, Tope Temokun, has said that his client did not send the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, to beg legal icon, Afe Babalola. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Farotimi was arrested and put behind bars over alleged defamation of the person of Afe Babalola. … Read more
Former governor of Kano State, Ibrahim Shekarau, says Nigerians should not be bothered about zones but should place priority on credibility ahead of 2027 presidential election. The debates about power returning to the northern part of the country in 2027 have been going on for awhile now. Just this weekend, the presidential candidate of the … Read more
Leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, Edwin Clark, has written an open letter to President Bola Tinubu over the state of roads in the region. He wants the President to urgently declare a state of emergency on roads in the Niger Delta region. In a letter addressed to the president, Clark wondered why … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says two persons died on Sunday following a collision involving two trucks on a Lagos road. The LASTMA General Manager, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said in a statement that two other persons trapped in the wreckage were rescued. The statement was signed by Mr Taofiq Adebayo, Director, Public Affairs … Read more
Popular Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, has called on President Bola Tinubu to caution his vice, Kashim Shettima against further attacks on the leader of the British Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch. Igboho’s call as contained in a statement on Sunday, followed Shettima’s remarks about Badenoch and her view of the … Read more
Ismaila Sarr’s brace inspired Crystal Palace to a commanding 3-1 victory over Brighton, handing their rivals a first home defeat of the season and lifting the Eagles four points clear of the relegation zone. Trevoh Chalobah opened the scoring in the 27th minute, smashing a close-range shot into the roof of the net after a … Read more
Prominent human rights activist Emeka Umeagbalasi, chairman of the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety), and his family were attacked by gunmen in Anambra State. EKO HOT BLOG reports Umeagbalasi reported that the first assault occurred on November 27, when gunmen opened fire and forcibly took his Mitsubishi Hilux truck from … Read more
Two Russian oil tankers with 29 crew members aboard were severely damaged in the Black Sea during a storm, resulting in an oil spill, Russian authorities have reported. Footage released by Russia’s Southern Transport Prosecutor’s Office shows one tanker, reportedly split in half and sinking, with oil streaks visible on the water’s surface. The other … Read more
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has shared a remarkable story about the creation of the Redemption Camp, recounting how divine providence and the faith of a few transformed a desolate land into a spiritual sanctuary. EKO HOT BLOG reports speaking on the sixth day of the … Read more
Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage has voiced her frustration over the relentless criticism she faces regarding her fashion choices, which she attributes to age-related scrutiny. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the singer revealed that she often endures backlash from Nigerians who question her outfit selections, citing her age as a factor. Drawing comparisons, Savage expressed dismay … Read more
Leader of the United Kingdom (UK) Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, has disclosed that she has stop believing in God. The controversial politician made this known recently while featuring on a podcast hosted by Free Press editor, Bari Weiss. Kemi Badenoch, however, clarified that she is not an “atheist”, adding that she identifies as “agnostic”. While … Read more