Ekohot Editor 
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has elected Chief Tony Okocha as its new chairman. Okocha, who previously served as the party’s Caretaker Committee Chairman, was elected unopposed during the state delegate congress held on Saturday in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State. The election, conducted via voice vote, was … Read more
An erstwhile Head of State, Gen.Yakubu Gowon (retd), has expressed worry over the incessant crises ravaging various parts of the country, saying Nigeria cannot afford another civil war. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Civil War was between 1967 and 1970 and claimed millions of lives. While speaking at the Plateau Unity Christmas Carols … Read more
The camps of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have dismissed speculation about a possible alliance ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Social media buzzed with rumors after photos and a video of Atiku hosting Obi for breakfast at his Adamawa residence went viral. Atiku posted the video … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, council of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has directed all workers in the six area councils of the FCT to begin indefinite strike from December 1. This directive was contained in a statement by the chairman of the council, Mr Knabanyi Adalo, on Saturday in Abuja Idalo said that the … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Saturday his selection of Charles Kushner as ambassador to France, marking a notable appointment in his administration. Charles Kushner, a real estate developer and the father of Jared Kushner—husband of Ivanka Trump—was pardoned by Trump during his first term, clearing a federal conviction from 2020. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the justifications offered by some state chapters for not joining the planned nationwide strike, emphasising that workers’ welfare must take precedence. Speaking to Punch, NLC National Treasurer Akeem Ambali confirmed that the union had instructed all affiliate unions to prepare their members for industrial action in states that … Read more
Syrian government forces have withdrawn from Aleppo following a major rebel offensive, marking a significant escalation in the country’s civil war. The army admitted that rebels now control “large parts” of Syria’s second-largest city and pledged a counteroffensive. The ongoing clashes, which began Wednesday, have already claimed over 300 lives, including at least 20 civilians, … Read more
Governor Siminialayi Fubara of Rivers State says he will continue defend the mandate freely given to him by the people of the state. Fubara made this vow on Saturday at the Funeral Service of late Mrs Erefori Basi Maeba, mother of Senator Lee Maeba, former representative of Rivers South-East Senatorial District in the National Assembly … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) strike scheduled for December 1 is in danger of collapsing as multiple state chapters have declared they will not participate. The strike was meant to protest delays in adopting the N70,000 minimum wage approved by President Bola Tinubu in July. Several states, including Lagos and Rivers, have already surpassed the … Read more
Georgia’s pro-Western President Salome Zourabichvili has vowed to remain in office until new parliamentary elections are held, as mass protests erupt over the government’s decision to suspend EU accession talks. Speaking to the BBC, Zourabichvili, who has aligned herself with the opposition, called the current parliament “illegitimate,” citing allegations of fraud in last month’s elections. … Read more
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has named Kash Patel, a former Defence Department chief of staff and loyal supporter, as his pick to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Patel has frequently criticized the agency, aligning with Trump’s skepticism of federal institutions. For Patel to assume the role, current FBI Director Christopher Wray would need … Read more
The Abia State government has voiced strong concerns over the improper use of the titles “His Royal Majesty” and “His Royal Highness” by certain Ezeogos in various autonomous communities across the state, despite not being officially recognized as traditional rulers by the government. A statement issued by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, … Read more
Former lawmaker who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani has faulted those claiming they cannot pay salaries if the tax reform bill is enacted. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State had said the state cannot pay the minimum salary if the tax reform bills are passed adding that … Read more
Five people were reportedly killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza on Saturday, including individuals associated with the humanitarian organization World Central Kitchen (WCK). The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said the strike targeted a person allegedly involved in the 7 October attacks on Israel. According to the Palestinian state-run news agency Wafa, the strike … Read more
Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has vowed to address Victor Boniface’s reckless driving incident with decisive measures. The Nigerian forward has faced significant backlash in Germany after being photographed using his mobile phone while driving at excessive speeds on the highway. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
Las Palmas pulled off a stunning 2-1 victory against La Liga leaders Barcelona on Saturday, dampening the hosts’ 125th-anniversary celebrations at the Olympic Stadium. Sandro Ramirez opened the scoring for the visitors early in the second half, and while Raphinha equalized with a spectacular strike, Fabio Silva secured all three points for Las Palmas with … Read more
Nollywood actress Ekene Umenwa has shared that her marriage to film producer Ifeanyi Ogbodo Alex began as a business partnership that eventually blossomed into love. Umenwa and Alex tied the knot in November 2023 and recently welcomed their first child. In a recent interview, Umenwa disclosed that they met several years ago through a business … Read more
Suspected cultists, who allegedly carried out a daylight robbery on Friday morning, were mobbed and set ablaze by residents of the Jenta Adamu community in Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State. Plateau State Police Public Relations Officer, Alfred Alabo, confirmed the incident. According to Alabo, the Police Command received a distress call around 9:20 … Read more
The Defense Headquarters says Nigerian troops neutralized at least 135 terrorists, arrested 185 suspects and rescued 129 kidnapped hostages through well executed operations across the country in the last one week. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known in the Defence Headquarters weekly update on the operations of the military … Read more
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says Idumota underbridge market at Ebute Ero area has been gutted by fire. The agency’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed this in a statement on Saturday in Lagos. Oke-Osanyintolu said LASEMA received a distress call at about 22.20hrs. “Following distress calls via the 767 and 112 toll-free … Read more