Putin Issues Warning By Sending Nuclear Warships To Arctic For First Time In 30 Years

Putin has issued a fresh warning by sending Nuclear warships to the Arctic for the first time in 30 years. The nordic intelligence report stated that the tactical nuclear weapon-armed vessels are a “particularly serious threat.” This comes after two nuclear-capable ‘Bear’ bombers flew into the Bering Sea, which separates the US state of Alaska … Read more

Ebubeagu Security Outfit Disbanded By Court

A court has disbanded the Ebubeagu security outfit. The court gave the order on Tuesday in Abakaliki. The disbandment is coming following illegal arrests and the use of firearms by the security outfit. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the South-East security outfit, popularly known as Ebubeagu, has been disbanded by the Federal High Court sitting … Read more

Naira Swap: CBN Threatens To Prosecute PoS Agents Charging Above N200

The CBN has warned PoS agents against charging above N200. The CBN has also threatened to arrest and prosecute offenders. Mr Joseph Omayuku, the Director of the Governor’s Department, CBN, stated this on Monday while briefing journalists in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria has pledged to crack … Read more

Naira Swap: CBN Drops Fresh Hint On Naira Deadline, Scarcity

The CBN dropped a fresh hint on the Naira deadline and scarcity. Emefiele said the February 10 deadline is “non-negotiable.” The CBN governor stated this on Tuesday while briefing the diplomatic community at the ministry of foreign affairs in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has insisted that its February … Read more

CBN Announces Discontinuation Of Old Naira Notes As Legal Tender In Nigeria

The CBN has announced the discontinuation of old Naira notes as legal tender in Nigeria. The CBN said old Naira notes of N200, N500, and N1000 have ceased to be legal tender. The declaration was made by the Branch Controller of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Bauchi, Haladu Idris Andaza. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

2023: Labour Party Reacts To Southwest Leaders’ Defection To APC

Labour Party has reacted to the Southwest leaders’ defection to APC. Reacting to the rumours, Tanko said, “the news is false.” Tanko said there is nothing like Labour Party collapsing its structure for anybody in the South West. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Spokesperson of the Peter Obi-Yusuf Datti Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), Yunusa … Read more

Okocha Praises Victor Moses, Says ‘He’s A Great Footballer’

Okocha has lauded Victor Moses describing him as a “great footballer.” Moses spent nine years at Chelsea before joining Spartak Moscow on a permanent transfer in 2021. Okocha backed Moses to fully recover from injury and help his current club Spartak Moscow become Russian Premier League champions EKO HOT BLOG reports that ex-Paris Saint-Germain midfielder, … Read more

Moldovan President Outlines Russian ‘Plan’ To Topple Government

Moldovan leader has outlined Russian ‘plan’ to topple Government. President Maia Sandu during a briefing uncovered how Russian secret services plan to destroy Moldova. Sandu said the alleged Russian plot’s purpose is “to overthrow the constitutional order. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Moldova’s president outlined Monday what she described as a plot by Moscow to … Read more

War: NATO In Logistics ‘Race’ As Russia Begins New Offensive Against Ukraine

Russia has begun a new offensive against Ukraine. Ukraine’s allies are in a race against time to produce enough ammunition. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has again urged Ukraine’s Western allies to ramp up their military support. EKO HOT BLOG reports that NATO members and Ukraine’s other allies are meeting at the alliance’s headquarters on Tuesday … Read more

APC Political Rally in Epe Division: The Gongs and Bells of Epe Division Resound with “Asiwaju Bola Tinubu”

By Otunba T J Abass It was a glittering showcase of the community’s political class, a symphony of solidarity, unity, and love not only in relation to a flawless execution, but also in relation to the mammoth crowd, real political diehards, not hired crowds as always alleged by opposition group) that attended the event, a … Read more

Gunmen Bomb High Court In Imo

Unknown gunmen have set the Imo State High Court ablaze. The attackers arrived at the place around 11.30pm on Sunday and attacked the facility. The latest attack came 10 days after the judge in charge of Ejemekwuru Customary Court, Nnaemeka Ugboma, was murdered while presiding over a court session. EKO HOT BLOG reports that unknown … Read more

Police Detain Pastor Who Stormed Altar With AK-47 Rifle

Police have detained an Abuja pastor who stormed the altar with an AK-47 rifle. Pastor Uche Aigbe was arrested and detained for carrying an AK-47 on the pulpit. The Police have commenced an investigation into Aigbe after a video of him carrying an AK-47 surfaced on social media. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Intelligence … Read more

Naira Swap Crisis: Again, Buhari Meets Emefiele At Aso Rock

Buhari met with Emefiele at Aso Rock over the Naira swap crisis. This is the third time the CBN governor has been meeting with the President since the Naira crush crisis in the country. Since February 10, Nigerians have been hit by Naira scarcity due to the swap of the currency. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

Naira Crisis: Wike, Tambuwal, Sanwo-Olu Join Legal Battle Against Buhari, CBN

Governors Wike, Tambuwal, and Sanwo-Olu have joined forces in a legal challenge against President Buhari and the Central Bank over the naira redesign policy. It was gathered that the Govt of Bayelsa, Rivers, and Sokoto will be joining as co-plaintiffs in a suit filed by the governments of Kaduna, Kogi, and Zamfara states. The states … Read more

Alleged Coup Plot: Fani-Kayode Invited By DSS For Questioning

Fani-Kayode has been invited by the DSS over a coup allegation. He was reportedly summoned on Monday morning. FFK confirmed the invitation with a tweet via his verified Twitter handle. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the spokesperson for the Bola Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Council, Femi Fani-Kayode, has been summoned by the Department of State Services (DSS) … Read more

‘Not Good Enough’ — John Terry Issues Warning To Potter Amid Chelsea Struggles

John Terry has sent a serious warning to Graham Potter. Terry warned that Chelsea’s form is “clearly not good enough.” Chelsea dropped more points earlier in the weekend after their 1-1 with West Ham. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chelsea’s legend, John Terry, has warned Graham Potter that Chelsea’s form is ‘clearly not good enough’ … Read more

Guardiola Confirms Haaland Injury Blow Ahead Of Arsenal Vs Man City Clash

Guardiola has confirmed Haaland’s injury blow ahead of the Arsenal vs Man City clash. Guardiola has disclosed that Haaland might likely not play in their next Premier League clash against Arsenal. Haaland was substituted in halftime during their 3-1 win over Aston Villa on Sunday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, … Read more