Otunba T.J Abass 
A picturesque and vivid celebration of life was in full bloom at the Catholic Mission House Ibonwon, as a motley crew of friends, family members, esteemed traditional rulers, and society’s cream of the crop converged to pay tribute to the exceptional Pa Olawale Ogunsawo. With more than eight decades of living, Pa Ogunsawo’s life was … Read more
Timipre Sylva has joined the Bayelsa State gubernatorial race. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Timipre Sylva, a Former Bayelsa State governor and Minister of State Petroleum Resources, has joined the race for the governorship seat of the state. According to reports, friends of the minister purchased the N50m All Progressives Congress nomination and expression of … Read more
Seventeen passengers have been rescued after a boat capsized near 3rd Mainland Bridge. The Lagos State Waterways Authority, (LASWA) confirmed the rescue on Monday. LASWA confirmed that all the passengers were rescued alive. EKO HOT BLOG reports that no fewer than seventeen passengers have been rescued following a boat mishap in the early hours of … Read more
A Court has stopped INEC from engaging MC Oluomo in the distribution of the 2023 election materials. Objecting to INEC’s plan to use MC Oluomo, the Labour Party characterized the transport union leader as “openly partisan.” Monday’s ruling has resulted in the fulfilment of the Labour Party’s request. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal … Read more
Three persons have been reportedly killed after gunmen launched another attack on Anambra Police Station. The hoodlums invaded the police facility around 2:18 am on Monday. The attack is coming less than 24 hours after the gunmen attempted to burn down 3-3 Police Divisional Office in Oyi LGA. EKO HOT BLOG reports that unknown Gunmen … Read more
Atiku is currently under fire over his comments on the Naira swap. The former vice-president had backed the currency redesign policy, advising the apex bank not to extend the February 10 deadline. Atiku said any further extension would destroy the purpose and objective of the policy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential candidate of … Read more
A Lawmaker has demanded El Rufai’s arrest for issuing his own Naira directives. El-Rufai had urged citizens of Kaduna state to disregard Buhari’s directive on the old N1,000 and N500 notes. Reacting to the directives, Suleiman called for the immediate arrest of the Governor. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Samaila Suleiman, the lawmaker representing Kaduna … Read more
Attwell has been heavily criticized for not issuing a red card to the Man Utd midfielder. Sabitzer committed a risky tackle on Leicester City defender Wout Faes. Giving his verdict on the incident, Souness said, “100 percent, I think this is a red card for several reasons. EKO HOT BLOG reports that former Liverpool player, … Read more
Frank Leboeuf has advised Todd Boehly to replace Graham Potter with Zinedine Zidane. The Blues are currently undergoing a dismal run. Chelsea are winless in their last five games and has won only two of their last 15 games. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chelsea legend, Frank Leboeuf, has suggested that it would be a … Read more
Blinken has warned that China is considering providing “lethal support” to aid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Blinken said such action would mean “serious consequences” for China. Chinese President Xi Jinping is an ally of Putin and is yet to condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States, US Secretary … Read more
Macron has warned that Russia must be defeated but not crushed in Ukraine. Macron urged Western nations to increase military support for Kyiv and said he was prepared for a protracted war. Macron said, “I want Russia to be defeated in Ukraine, and I want Ukraine to be able to defend its position.” EKO HOT … Read more
The 2023 elections are under threat following CBN’s failure to disburse funds to INEC and Security Agencies. This has raised serious concerns that the upcoming February 25th elections may not hold. The situation is complicated by the CBN’s Naira redesign policy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that with just a week to the 2023 general elections, … Read more
Unknown gunmen have attacked another police station in Anambra State. The attack is coming barely 24 hours after gunmen struck a police facility in the state, killing three officers. Police confirmed that six of the attackers were neutralised in the process. EKO HOT BLOG reports that six persons have been killed in a fresh attack … Read more
EFCC has denied raiding Tinubu’s home. The commission described reports of the raid as ‘false.’ The public is enjoined to disregard the report as “fake news.” EKO HOT BLOG reports that operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have denied raiding the residence of the Presidential Candidate All Progressives Congress, APC, Bola Ahmed … Read more
One person has been killed after gunmen invaded the campaign ground of the APC in Ebonyi State. The incident occurred at Ezzagu Ward 1 in Isielu local government area. A wife of a journalist in the state narrowly escaped death during the attack. EKO HOT BLOG reports that unknown gunmen attacked the campaign venue of … Read more
APC NWC meeting with Governors has sparked serious controversy. Abdullahi Adamu had last Friday, scheduled a meeting between state governors and NWC today, Sunday. The meeting slated for 2 pm today is coming amidst controversy generated by the currency redesign policy of the Muhammadu Buhari administration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Chairman of … Read more
Tinubu has been advised to beware of El-Rufai’s treachery ahead of the 2023 presidential election. In a tweet, Adeyanju pointed out that the governor had betrayed President Muhammadu Buhari. Deji warned Tinubu to be prepared because El-Rufai would betray him when the time comes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential flagbearer of the All … Read more
Xavi has confirmed a major injury boost ahead of Man Utd’s second-leg clash. Barcelona will lock horns with Man Utd in the second leg of their Europa League tie on Thursday night. Xavi has confirmed that Busquets will be back in action against Man Utd on Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Barcelona boss, Xavi … Read more
Chelsea board have a clear stance over the sacking of Graham Potter after their 1-0 defeat to Southampton. Following a 1-0 defeat, Chelsea are still 10th on the log with 31 points. Co-owner Todd Boehly is still strongly backing the former Brighton manager. EKO HOT BLOG reports that despite a 1-0 defeat to Southampton on … Read more
Rishi Sunak has urged the world to take immediate action to ensure Ukraine’s long-term security. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak has urged world leaders to send the most advanced weapons to Ukraine now in order to secure its long-term future. Mr Sunak told the Munich Security Conference that … Read more