Otunba T.J Abass A Nigerian hacker, Olumide Ogunremi, was on Thursday docked in a federal court in the United States for his role in an alleged $1 million. Federal officials said Ogunremi helped run a computer hacking and identity theft scheme that ordered about $1 million in office products after stealing personal information from U.S. government workers. Read … Read more
The Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege has said the National Assembly will give legal backing to card reader in the new Electoral Act, to further enhance the integrity of the electoral process in Nigeria. He gave the assurance when he received the Nigerian Representatives of the African Union Economic, Social and Cultural Council, … Read more
Globacom has launched a new promo which will see many of its customers across the country receiving the tools that will help them start Small and Medium Scale (SME) businesses ranging from milling to transportation, sewing and other cottage businesses. The promo titled: Recharge and Win Big and tagged: My Own Don Beta is offering … Read more
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Friday, October 4th, 2019 1. Lagos Shuts Costain Bridge for Three Months The Lagos State government has announced that the Costain Bridge will be shut for three months to help facilitate the ongoing construction of a bridge. READ MORE 2. Lagos employs 20 physically … Read more
The Senate has urged the Federal Government to come up with a new policy and initiatives that will create alternative sources of livelihood for beggars in Nigeria. During plenary on Thursday, the Senate also asked the Federal Government to integrate almajiris into the educational system in order to mop them from street begging. This call … Read more
If you are like most people, you know how to use an Automated Teller Machine and enjoy the convenience such cash machines offer. Unfortunately, the ATMs are a common target for tech-savvy thieves, which is why you need to protect your PIN and other personal information while conducting a transaction. You may also need to … Read more
There are natural ways to get rid of bad breath aside from mouthwash. Read ALso: Teacher Beats Pupil To A Pulp Bad breath, is an embarrassing health condition that affects approximately 30% of people around the world. For many people, grabbing a mint or a piece of gum is their go-to solution, as it quickly … Read more
A Computer Science teacher at the Faith Academy, Ota, Ogun State, Voke Voma, has allegedly beaten a Senior Secondary School 2 pupil of the school, David Emekeme, to a pulp. It was learnt that the teacher, who is also the school chaplain, allegedly beat David for walking slowly in the chapel. It was gathered that … Read more
A final year student of the Cross River State University of Technology (CRUTECH) has been shot dead by suspected rival cult group. The deceased, identified as Felix, was killed on Thursday on campus. Read Also: Former AD National Chairman Dies According to eyewitness, his killers shot sporadically into the air to scare people away before … Read more
A former National Chairman of the Alliance for Democracy (AD), Senator Mojisoluwa Akinfenwa has died at the age of 89. The former Commissioner for Education in Oyo state died in his Ibadan home on Thursday after a brief illness. Read Also: Don’t Sideline Osinbajo, Lagos Chiefs Warn Buhari According to a former National Publicity Secretary … Read more
Association of honorary chiefs and prominent members of the Lagos community have issued a warning to President Muhammadu Buhari over the alleged sidelining of his Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo. According to a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Engineer Olawumi Gasper, said that the president should ensure that the creation of the Economic Advisory Council … Read more
Association of honorary chiefs and prominent members of the Lagos community have issued a warning to President Muhammadu Buhari over the alleged sidelining of his Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo. According to a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Engineer Olawumi Gasper, said that the president should ensure that the creation of the Economic Advisory Council … Read more
The Chairman, Education Secretary, Local Government Education Authority, Agege, Honourable Olalekan Majiyagbe has tasked teachers to take the issues of their health serious if they are to discharge their duties effectively. Majiyagbe made this call on Thursday when he declared open the 2019 World Teachers Day celebration at Okusanya primary school, Agege. Read Also: Sanwo-Olu … Read more
The governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Thursday commissioned a 149- Maternal and Child Centre (MCC) in Alimosho Local Government area of the state. The governor said the commissioning was in line his plans for health care as set out in his agenda for the state. Read Also: Commissioner’s Father Abducted By Gunmen In … Read more
Unidentified gunmen have abducted 84 year- old father of Bayelsa State Commissioner for Agriculture, Chief George Agbabou Week and carted away his electronic gadgets, jewelries in Southern Ijaw Council Area of the state. His abduction is coming four days after Beauty Siasia, the 80 -year – old mother of former Super Eagles ’ Coach, Samson … Read more
Unidentified gunmen have abducted 84 year- old father of Bayelsa State Commissioner for Agriculture, Chief George Agbabou Week and carted away his electronic gadgets, jewelries in Southern Ijaw Council Area of the state. His abduction is coming four days after Beauty Siasia, the 80 -year – old mother of former Super Eagles ’ Coach, Samson … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday said his government will continue to create a conducive and profitable environment for the business of the private investors to thrive. He further promised that the state’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) policy would be pursued vigorously to encourage constant flow of capital and returns on investments. Sanwo-Olu spoke … Read more
Kogi Youth Alliance ( KYA ) has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to act fast to curb “the increasingly loud indications of worsening impunity and looming anarchy” in the state, in the build-up to the November 16 governorship polls. According to the youth group, the rumoured outcome of Governor Yahaya Bello ’s meeting with 67 … Read more
Kogi Youth Alliance ( KYA ) has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to act fast to curb “the increasingly loud indications of worsening impunity and looming anarchy” in the state, in the build-up to the November 16 governorship polls. According to the youth group, the rumoured outcome of Governor Yahaya Bello ’s meeting with 67 … Read more
The scared tortoise which was the oldest in Africa, was sick for a few days before her demise on Thursday. The tortoise became a popular breed upon ascension of the throne of the current Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Oladunni Oyewumi with the monarch providing good shelter and health support for the tortoise during its sojourn … Read more