Otunba T.J Abass 
Ex-Russian Commander has slammed his country’s military, describing them as “complete morons.” The ex-commander Igor Girkin, who was sentenced to life in prison after bringing down the MH17 flight in 2014, said Ukraine pounded the vehicles “like in a shooting gallery.” He described how over the past week, Russia has lost 130 units of equipment, … Read more
Putin’s ally has called for “offensive measures” against the UK. The Russian state TV host criticised Western nations for supporting Ukraine. “Can’t we finally strike at London? What is the problem?” Vladimir Solovyov asked his audience during a segment of his show. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a staunch ally of Russian president Vladimir Putin, … Read more
IGP mourned the passing of Assistant Inspector General Lawan Jimeta. IGP described Jimeta as a passionate officer and peace lover. AIG Jimeta, who hailed from Jimeta in Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, died in the early hours of Sunday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, said the … Read more
A renowned General Overseer has been apprehended by the NDLEA operatives over an ‘attempt to export meth’ to Dubai. The NDLEA operatives also arrested a student of Emmanuel College of Theology, Udezuka Udoka, and a freight agent, Oyoyo Mary Obasi. The arrests took place after the seizure of 283 parcels of skunk weighing 14.90 kilograms … Read more
SERAP has urged the ICC to probe pre-election-related violence in Nigeria. The call is coming following reports of election-related violence in several states in the country. The petition dated February 11, 2023, was sent to the Prosecutor, ICC, Karim Khan. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the International Criminal Court has been requested by the Socio-Economic … Read more
AIG Jimeta Tanko has been confirmed dead. He reportedly died on Sunday morning after a brief illness. He died at the Benin Teaching Hospital, Edo State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that A.I.G Lawan Tanko Jimeta, the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 5, comprising Edo, Delta, and Bayelsa states, is dead. He … Read more
President Buhari says he has fulfilled all his campaign promises to Nigerians. He stated this during the seventh convocation of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State. He said his campaign vows which centred on enriching the economy, enhancing security, and the fight against corruption, have all been fulfilled. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu … Read more
Atiku has pledged to liberate IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, if he emerges president in 2023. Senator Wabara revealed this on Saturday during the party’s presidential campaign rally in Umuahia. He said that Kanu would be released within the first one hundred days of Atiku’s administration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential flagbearer of the … Read more
Erik ten Hag has sent a clear message to potential Man Utd buyers on transfers and title ambitions. Man Utd have improved considerably under Erik ten Hag this season but the Dutchman knows they need to invest to keep pace in the Premier League. United intend to be active again in the summer window, with … Read more
Brentford’s coach has predicted the team to win the Premier League title. Thomas Frank tipped Arsenal to be crowned Premier League Champions despite holding them to a 1-1 draw at the Emirates on Saturday. Frank believed Arsenal could turn the tide and secure their first title since 2003/2004. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Brentford head … Read more
Russia’s Wegner leader, Yevgeny Prigozhin, has predicted how long the conflict in Ukraine will last. Prigozhin said the ongoing Ukraine war could last for two to four years. He stated this in a video released recently. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Yevgeny Prigozhin, leader of the Russian Wagner private military group that has helped the … Read more
The Russian military is expected to launch a major offensive in the coming months. Putin has gathered 300,000 men for the attack, which is expected to target the Donbas region. This comes as Russia continues to hit Ukraine’s infrastructure with relentless missile strikes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Russian military has amassed 2,000 tanks … Read more
The family of Pa Thompson Ogunsanwo has announced the burial plans for their Patriarch. Thompson Olawale Ogunsanwo, popularly known as the Superior Evangelist, will, on February 15, be laid to rest after a richly fulfilling life’s sojourn. EDITOR’S PICKS Alara Of Ilara Mourns Passing of Baba Oba, Thompson Ogunsanwo “Our Business Is With Drivers” – … Read more
The Council of State has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to increase the production of Naira Naira notes. The council made the plea on Friday during a meeting held at the presidential villa, in Abuja. The meeting was presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Council of … Read more
Atiku’s campaign DG has escaped an assassination attempt in Rivers State. The gunmen stormed the venue of a proposed presidential rally of the party and started shooting sporadically. Confirming the incident, Sekibo said his car was riddled with bullets. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Abiye Sekibo, the Director-General of the Peoples Democratic Party Presidential … Read more
Governor Akeredolu and Ganduje have dragged Buhari, CBN to the Supreme Court over cash withdrawal limits. The governor is praying for the Supreme Court to stop the implementation of the directive issued by the Federal Government through the CBN on the limitation of daily cash withdrawal. The Kano government is also praying a mandatory order … Read more
A Court has dismissed a suit seeking Gov. Ayade’s disqualification. APC guber candidate, Cecilia Adams had challenged the candidature of Governor Ben Ayade for election into the National Assembly (NASS). The court dismissed the appeal seeking to set aside the judgment of the trial court. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Court of Appeal, Abuja, … Read more
A soldier has stabbed a trader to death in Lagos over N100. It was gathered that Ikudaisi was visiting stores to demand N100 levy from different traders in a market in Oshodi when one of the traders refused to pay him. The soldier intervened to prevent the ticket agent from collecting the money from the … Read more
Tinubu’s camp has demanded the immediate sack of the CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele. Onanuga lambasted the CBN chief for “gross incompetence”. He urged Buhari to immediately dismiss Emefiele over the Naira swap. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bayo Onanuga, the Director of Media and Publicity for All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), has … Read more
Carragher has issued a warning to Man Utd defender, Lisandro Martinez. Carragher said that the Argentine international will still be “exposed” for his lack of height. Martinez has become an important part of Erik ten Hag’s defence since joining Man Utd from Ajax. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher, has admitted … Read more