Ekohot Editor 
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported the destruction of 31 transmission towers in Okada and Ofosu communities along the 330kV Benin-Egbin and Benin-Omotosho transmission lines in Edo State. In a statement released on Friday, TCN’s Director of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, revealed that the towers were severely damaged, with critical components stolen during … Read more
Russia possesses a stockpile of advanced missiles “ready for use,” President Vladimir Putin announced in an unscheduled television address, a day after a ballistic missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. Putin highlighted the capabilities of the Oreshnik missile, claiming it is “impossible to intercept” and promising further tests, including in “combat conditions.” The … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Republican Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon to serve as the next Secretary of Labor. During his campaign, Trump pledged to prioritize American workers by safeguarding their jobs, revitalizing U.S. manufacturing, and ensuring pathways to achieve the American dream. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, … Read more
Donald Trump has nominated Scott Bessent to serve as the next Secretary of the U.S. Treasury, a key position overseeing tax policy, public debt management, international finance, and economic sanctions. The announcement concludes one of the lengthiest deliberations in Trump’s efforts to finalize his cabinet as he prepares for his second term in office. EDITOR’S … Read more
A committee established by Governor Monday Okpebholo to recover assets from the previous administration of Godwin Obaseki has reported that over 200 vehicles belonging to the Edo State Government are missing. Kelly Okungbowa, the chairman of the committee, made this disclosure on Friday in Benin City. He shared that three vehicles had been located at … Read more
Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has issued an ex parte order ordering the All Progressives Congress, APC, to maintain the status quo in its ongoing congresses in the state. The directive is coming after the party concluded its ward congress and was preparing for the local government and state congresses. The order … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has sought senate’s confirmation of Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede as the Chief of Army Staff, COAS. This is contained in a statement by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, on Friday in Abuja, saying that the president’s move was in accordance with the laws of the country. “President Bola Tinubu has sent a letter … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has re-emphasized his commitment to solving the reccurring clashes between farmers and herders that have resulted to loss of several lives. EKO HOT BLOG reports that violence between farmers and herders over access to water and land in several Nigerian states has put food production at risk. According to an Amnesty International … Read more
UEFA has launched an investigation after Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw was struck by an object during her team’s Women’s Champions League victory against Hammarby. Shaw played a pivotal role in City’s 2-1 win at Stockholm Arena on Thursday, scoring a goal in each half to secure the team’s place in the quarter-finals with two … Read more
Premier League clubs have voted to implement changes to the rules governing commercial agreements, despite opposition from Manchester City, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, and Aston Villa. During a meeting held in London on Friday, the clubs spent less than 30 minutes approving amendments to the Associated Party Transaction (APT) regulations. The vote saw 16 clubs … Read more
Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Josephine Ijeoma Otabor, also known as Phyna, has publicly disowned her family and announced her decision to drop her surname, Otabor. In a heartfelt post shared on her verified X account Thursday night, Phyna expressed the emotional struggles she has been facing and revealed that her family has never … Read more
Notorious armed bandit leader Jiya Turji has reportedly received a ₦6 million ransom payment from the residents of Sardauna village in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The payment, aimed at securing the release of five community members abducted by Turji’s gang, was revealed on Friday by counterterrorism and insurgency expert Zagazola Makama … Read more
Nigerian singer Yemi Alade has criticized prominent media outlets Cool FM and Clout Africa, accusing them of blacklisting her music and refusing to forgive her over a past disagreement. In a post shared on her X (formerly Twitter) account, the Grammy-nominated artist alleged that both organizations removed her music catalog from their platforms after she … Read more
Senator Adamu Aliero, representing Kebbi Central, has announced that the Nigerian military successfully expelled the Lakurawa terror group from Nigeria, forcing them to retreat into Niger Republic. In a statement released Friday in Abuja, Aliero credited the operation, conducted on Tuesday, to the coordinated efforts of Defence Minister Abubakar Badaru, the Chief of Defence Staff, … Read more
A Former Director-General of the Labour Party, LP, presidential campaign, Doyin Okupe, says the 2023 LP candidate, Peter Obi could not have won the election. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Okupe, who resigned from LP after the polls has continuously praised Tinubu’s administration. Speaking in Lagos on Thursday, Okupe said President Bola Tinubu legitimately won … Read more
A former Deputy National Chairman (south) of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Bode George, says Nigerians are waiting for the opposition party to rescue the country from the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in 2027. George made this statement in Lagos on Thursday at a press conference organised to mark his 79th birthday. He said … Read more
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has nullified the National Lottery Act 2005 enacted by the National Assembly. The judgment followed the suit filed in 2008 by Lagos and some other states. Ruling on the matter, the Apex Court in a unanimous judgment consisting of seven members on Friday held that the National Assembly lacked the … Read more
Brazilian authorities have indicted former president Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others as part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged plot to subvert the 2022 presidential election results and keep him in power. On Thursday, Bolsonaro was named among the 37 individuals charged by Brazil’s federal police in connection with efforts to block Luiz Inácio … Read more
Popular model and former bread seller, Olajumoke Orisaguna, known as Olajumoke Onibread, has publicly accused her ex-husband, Sunday Orisaguna, of domestic abuse and ruining her career. In an emotional interview with City FM, Olajumoke shared the painful details of her experience with domestic violence, revealing how her ex-husband physically assaulted her during their marriage. “We … Read more
Monday Odigie, the coach of Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin, has resigned from his position following a disappointing 2-3 loss to Rangers International of Enugu last Sunday. Sources revealed that Odigie submitted his resignation letter to Club Secretary, Mr. Charles Ihimekpen, shortly after the defeat. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation … Read more