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Kabiru Adeniyi Adisa, a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, has vowed to unseat Governor Ademola Adeleke in the 2026 governorship election. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Adisa believes he possesses the necessary qualifications to govern the state more effectively than the incumbent. In a statement issued in Ibadan, Oyo … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to arraign the former Managing Director of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), Ahmed Kuru. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Ahmed Kuru is to be arraigned alongside the current Managing Director of Arik Air, Captain Roy Ilegbodu, the receiver manager of Arik Air, Kamilu Omokide, Union … Read more
A Lagos-based prophet, Godwin Ikuru, has issued a public apology for defaming and cyberbullying Dr Paul Enenche, the Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, and his wife, Dr Becky Enenche. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a public apology published on a national daily, Ikuru expressed deep regret for his defamatory, abusive and hurtful … Read more
Ahmed Kuru, the former Managing Director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), was absent in court on Monday, where he was scheduled to face a six-count charge for alleged theft of Arik Air’s property and abuse of office. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Kuru, alongside Arik Air’s current Managing Director, Captain Roy Ilegbodu, … Read more
Replicas of Godric Gryffindor’s sword, featured in the Harry Potter film series, have been recalled in Japan for breaching the country’s strict weapons regulations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the life-sized replicas, measuring 86cm (34 inches) and mounted on wooden display plaques, were sold by Warner Bros. Studio Japan LLC from May 2023 to late April … Read more
Authorities in Finland are investigating a damaged fibre-optic cable after two separate cuts disrupted internet service for thousands of households. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Swedish officials have suggested the damage may be an act of “sabotage” on the cable, which links Finland and Sweden. However, Finnish police stated they currently have no evidence of criminal … Read more
Afrobeats star, Timaya, has claimed that veteran singer Eedris Abdulkareem is not respected within the music industry because he’s a talkative. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Timaya, while featuring in a recent interview with Naija FM, Lagos, downplayed the host’s attempt to compare his personality with Abdulkareem’s. The host: “You and Eedris Abdulkareem are among … Read more
The Nigeria S*x Workers Association, NSWA, has called on authorities of law enforcement agencies to protect its members nationwide from harassment and abuse. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the association made the appeal in a statement by its National Coordinator, Amaka Enemo, on Tuesday in Lagos. Enemo said that recent reports indicate a disturbing rise … Read more
An early morning fire incident has burned down no fewer than 50 shops at the popular Bayan Tasha market in Damaturu, the Yobe State capital. An eyewitness said incident started at about 2.00 am on Tuesday morning when electricity was restored in the area at the time all the shop owners had closed. EKO HOT … Read more
The Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty, Nnaemeka Achebe, has cautioned the political class against the level of corruption in Nigeria which he likened to milking the country dry. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Achebe warned that Nigeria might die if the political class and leaders in the country continue to milk the country. He … Read more
Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Tax Policy and Fiscal Reforms, has firmly rejected any plans to engage Alpha-Beta Consulting or other external consultants for tax collection. EKO HOT BLOG reports that speaking at a town hall meeting hosted by Channels Television on Monday, Oyedele addressed concerns regarding the use of external consultants … Read more
Taiwo Oyedele, chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has explained the reasoning behind the proposal to rename the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) to the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the name change is part of the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill, currently before the National … Read more
Defending champions Manchester United have been drawn to face 14-time FA Cup winners Arsenal in the third round. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Premier League leaders Liverpool will host League Two side Accrington Stanley, while Manchester City will welcome Salford City, owned by members of the ‘Class of 92’. Non-league side Tamworth, one of the last … Read more
Nigeria Football Federation President, Ibrahim Gusau, has pledged greater support for women’s football in the country, including plans to require Nigeria Premier Football League clubs to establish female teams. This commitment follows the Super Falcons’ commendable performance in their 2-1 loss to France. Speaking after the match against Les Bleues in Angers, Gusau expressed his … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the final forfeiture of a vast property located in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) following a ruling by Judge Jude Onwuegbuzie of the FCT High Court on Monday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the forfeited property, covering 150,500 square meters and consisting of 753 duplexes and … Read more
Roger Golubski, a former Kansas City detective accused of kidnapping and raping two women decades ago, was found dead from an apparent suicide on Monday, just as his federal trial was set to begin. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Golubski, a veteran police detective, had been under home confinement since his arrest in 2022 on charges … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated businessman Warren Stephens to serve as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement on Truth Social, Trump expressed enthusiasm, saying, “Warren has always dreamed of serving the United States full time. I am thrilled that he will now have that opportunity as … Read more
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has identified inadequate funding as a key factor hindering local government autonomy in Nigeria. He expressed these concerns at a National Dialogue on Local Government Reform and Constitutional Amendment held in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tajudeen, represented by Deputy Speaker Hon. Benjamin Okezie … Read more
The Chairman, Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, Musa Aliyu has said that 70 percent of Nigerians who were approached for a bribe in 2023 refused to comply. Aliyu made this disclosure in statement on Monday during an ICPC roundtable with state attorneys-general in the north-west region, held in Kano. EKO HOT … Read more
Israel launched strikes on targets in Lebanon on Monday evening, fulfilling its vow to retaliate for an earlier Hezbollah attack on an Israeli military post. Both sides accused the other of violating the ceasefire agreement brokered just last week. EKO HOT BLOG reports that according to Lebanon’s public health ministry, Israeli strikes on two southern villages … Read more