Otunba T.J Abass 
The Nigerian Army has appointed a new commander for Anti-Boko Haram, ISWAP operation in the Northeast. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Army has appointed Major General I.S. Ali as the new Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force North-East operation against the Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists, known as Operation Hadin Kai. In … Read more
Eight Labour Party House of Assembly candidates have defected to APC in Jigawa State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that eight Labour Party (LP) state assembly candidates in Jigawa State have defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). It was gathered that the eight candidates are from Auyo, Kirikasamma, Bulangu, Malammadori, Kafin Hausa, Birniwa, Guri, … Read more
Prof Ofoeze has revealed why politicians are after INEC Chair. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Hartz Ofoeze, a Professor of Political Science at the Abia State University, has said that corrupt politicians are doing all things to remove Professor Mahmood Yakubu as the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in order to rig … Read more
Wale Adeniran has stepped down as Chairman of the Yoruba Nation over fraud allegations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Wale Adeniran, the Leader and Chairman of Yoruba Self-Determination Struggle, also known as Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, has stepped down from his position as chairman of the group over allegations of fraud and embezzlement. Adeniran said … Read more
The US has announced a fresh round of military assistance packages for Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States has announced a new $3.75bn military assistance package to help Ukraine and its neighbours on NATO’s eastern flank as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine grinds on. The latest tranche of assistance will include for the … Read more
Erik ten Hag has hailed in-formed Marcus Rashford after a 3-1 win over Everton. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag believes Marcus Rashford is in unstoppable form for Manchester United after his fifth goal against Everton on Friday. The 25-year-old created two goals and scored a penalty in United’s FA … Read more
Eden Hazard is in a shock move to join Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Real Madrid ace, Eden Hazard is on the verge of joining Al-Nassr. The Saudi Arabia club are on the hunt for more top players from Europe and have identified Real Madrid’s Eden Hazard as the next after … Read more
Russians have been accused of opening fire despite Putin’s ceasefire order. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a unilateral ceasefire called by Vladimir Putin appears to have had little effect on the ground, with Ukrainian officials accusing Russians of opening fire in several areas. A Ukrainian rescue worker was killed in a Russian strike, while Russian … Read more
Nnamdi Kanu’s US lawyer, Bruce Fein, has told Buhari to “fear God and release Kanu from detention.” EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bruce Fein, the United States lawyer of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has written to President Muhammadu Buhari, asking him to comply with the Opinion of the United … Read more
Fire has razed down a shopping plaza in Anambra market. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a shopping plaza near the Relief Market in Onitsha, Anambra State, has been razed down by fire. It gathered that the plaza housing multi-billion naira worth of goods is owned by traders yet to return from the Yuletide holidays. EDITOR’S … Read more
PDP House of Assembly candidate Matthew Akawu has been confirmed dead. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Matthew Akawu, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2023 election in Pengana State Constituency, in Plateau State, is dead. Akawu, who was billed to fly the party’s flag in the 2023 State Assembly election, was … Read more
Buhari has agreed to join the Tinubu campaign rally in 10 States. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday announced that President Muhammadu Buhari has indicated his readiness to be physically present at some of the ruling party’s forthcoming presidential campaign rallies. Festus Keyamo, … Read more
Todd Boehly is reportedly losing his patience with Graham Potter following Chelsea’s latest defeat to Manchester City. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chelsea owner, Todd Boehly is already losing patience with Graham Potter and there are question marks over the head coach’s future, according to Chris Sutton. The Blues lost 1-0 at home to Manchester … Read more
Erik Ten Hag has highlighted one key area that Marcus Rashford must improve. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, has told striker Marcus Rashford to improve his focus on scoring goals for the Red Devils. Rashford has netted four goals in four matches for Man United since the domestic leagues … Read more
Vladimir Putin has ordered a ceasefire in Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin has instructed the Russian Defense Minister to temporarily ceasefire in Ukraine over Orthodox Christmas, according to the Kremlin. The announcement comes following a request for a ceasefire during the religious holiday from Russia’s 76-year-old Orthodox leader Patriarch Kirill. … Read more
Atiku has rescheduled his campaign rally in Abia State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential flagbearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has rescheduled his campaign rally in Abia State. Atiku’s rally earlier scheduled for Tuesday, January 10, has now been moved forward to Monday, January 9. EDITOR’S PICKS JUST IN: … Read more
PSG are reportedly set to lower their asking price for Neymar as the French club wants the Brazilian star out. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have decided to let highly rated Brazilian star Neymar leave the club. The French champions want to bank on Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe in the long … Read more
NCDC has dropped a fresh update on the new COVID-19 variant in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has said that the COVID-19 Omicron sub-lineages are partly responsible for the current increase in the virus’ cases in China, the United Kingdom (UK), and the United States, have not … Read more
Ex-minister Bello Kirfi has been stripped of his traditional title for allegedly ‘disrespecting’ Gov Bala. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Bauchi Emirate Council has stripped a former Minister of Special Duties, Bello Kirfi, of his traditional title of “Wazirin Bauchi” and removed him from being a Council Member for the second time in five … Read more
IBB has denied endorsing Peter Obi for the 2023 Presidency. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s foremost elder statesman, Ibrahim Babangida, has denied claims that he endorsed Peter Obi, the presidential flagbearer of the Labour Party (LP), for the 2023 general elections. In a recent tweet by a parody account (General_Ibbro), the former Military Head … Read more