Cameroon President’s Lesbian Daughter Waves The Banner For LGBTQ Rights

Brenda Biya, daughter of President Paul Biya of Cameroon, came out as Lesbian recently

Cameroon President’s lesbian daughter has made case for LGBTQ rights. Eko Hot Blog reports that Brenda Biya, the daughter of Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, is seeking a change to the country’s anti-homosexuality laws. EDITOR’S PICKS Funke Akindele Visits Lagos Fire Service, Makes Major Announcement For Upcoming Film Tunji Alausa, Other Stakeholders Meet To Design Nigeria’s … Read more

Nigeria Army Heads to Gambia for Mission

NIgerian Army Fighter Aircraft to Arrive Today

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Armed Forces of Nigeria has announced the deployment of 197 personnel for a peacekeeping mission in The Gambia. Maj-Gen. Boniface Sinjen, Chief of Operations of the Nigerian Army, disclosed this deployment on Friday in Jaji, Kaduna State, during the graduation of troops from Nigerian Company 9 Economic Community of … Read more

Prominent PDP BoT Member Shuaib Oyedokun Moves To APC

PDP BoT member

Shuaib Oyedokun, a PDP BoT member, has defected to the APC. In his resignation letter, Oyedokun stated that his decision was difficult but necessary. Oyedokun believes his experience and leadership will be more valued in the APC. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Shuaib Oyedokun, a Board of Trustees (BoT) member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), … Read more

Davido Leaves His Mark In Uganda, Launches First Faculty Of Music And Arts

Davido

– Davido pioneers launch of Uganda’s first Faculty of Music and Arts – His visit to International University of East Africa marks historic moment – It unveils plaque and dedicates building named “Davido Hall”   Eko hot blog reports that International superstar Davido visit to Uganda isn’t just about a performance; it’s a groundbreaking moment … Read more

Political Tsunami In Senegal As 44-Year-Old Bassirou Faye Emerges President-Elect

Eko Hot Blog reports that opposition politician Bassirou Diomaye Faye has won Sunday’s presidential election in Senegal, defeating the candidate of the ruling coalition by a clear margin after a tight poll, according to preliminary results released on Monday. “I salute the smooth running of the presidential election of March 24, 2024 and congratulate the … Read more

Key To World Peace And Conflict Resolution – Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio Opens Up

– Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlights parliamentary diplomacy’s critical role in achieving world peace and resolving conflicts. – Akpabio emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts among nations to address global challenges effectively. – He calls for unity, collective action, and increased peace-building capacity across sovereign states. Eko hot blog reports that In a powerful … Read more

How ‘One In A Million’ Changed Nigerian Music Scene – Solidstar Reveals

Solidstar

– Solidstar Shares Insight: Impact of “One In A Million” on Nigerian Music – Revelation: How Solidstar’s Song Transformed Nigerian Music – ‘One In A Million’: Catalyst for Change in Nigerian Music, Says Solidstar Eko hot blog reports that In a candid revelation, embattled singer Joshua Iniyezo, better known as Solidstar, claims that his chart-topping … Read more

Boston Honors Burna Boy, Declares March 2nd Burna Boy’s Day

Eko hot blog reports that In a groundbreaking move, the vibrant city of Boston, Massachusetts, has officially proclaimed March 2nd as “Burna Boy’s Day” in recognition of the acclaimed Nigerian artist’s contributions. Editor’s Pick: Tinubu To Sign Executive Order Reducing The Price Of Drugs 13-Year-old Boy Drowns Swimming In Lagos Beach Black Market USD To … Read more

Davido Wants Kanye West To Join Him At Puma

Eko hot blog reports that Nigerian singer Davido has advised American rapper, Kanye West to join him at Puma following the latter’s public criticism of Adidas on social media. Editor’s Pick: Pastor Murdered Inside Church In Osun LUTH Refutes Allegation Of Negligence Over Death Of US-Based Nigerian BREAKING: Police Arrest Wanted Kidnap Kingpin In FCT … Read more

ECOWAS Activates Standby Forces, Hints At Sanctions Relief For Niger Republic

Eko Hot Blog reports that leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have resolved to urgently review efforts to activate a standby force for counterterrorism operations in areas infested by terrorist groups. This was made known in a communiqué read by Dr. Omar Touray, President of ECOWAS Commission, at the end of … Read more

BREAKING: Heavy Gunshots As Military Coup Looms In Sierra Leone

Eko Hot Blog reports that there is ongoing tension in Sierra Leone following an attempted Coup. This news medium gathered that there was a heavy gunshot in Cockrill Barracks on Sunday morning. Following the frightening situation currently in Freetown, the Sierra Leone Government has slammed a curfew until further notice. The government also reassured the … Read more

Presidential Call: George Weah Emulates Jonathan, Concedes Defeat With Call To Boakai

Eko Hot Blog reports that Liberia’s President, George Weah, has conceded defeat to former Vice President Joseph Boakai as he emerges President-elect of the west African nation after a tightly contested election. Weah’s commendable act is similar to the sportsmanship conduct of Nigeria’s former President, Goodluck Jonathan, who dialed his then-opponent, Muhammadu Buhari, to congratulate … Read more

Liberia Election: Joseph Boakai Defeats Incumbent George Weah, Emerges President-Elect

Eko Hot Blog reports that Liberia’s Former Vice President Joseph Boakai has emerged as the president-elect of the West African nation, defeating the incumbent President George Weah, according to the latest results from the National Elections Commission. With 99.58% of all polling places nationwide reporting (5,865 out of 5,890), Boakai secured the lead with 814,212 … Read more

AfDB, Canada Approve $36.3m Climate Adaptation Fund For African Countries

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Canada–African Development Bank Climate Fund (CACF), established to support gender-affirmative climate change projects in Africa, has approved $36.3 million to two private sector operations to advance climate adaptation on the African continent. In a statement issued by CACF on Tuesday, the body disclosed that the amount, in the form … Read more

Tinubu Signs Instrument Of Ratification On AU Charter On Rights Of Persons With Disabilities

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has signed the Instrument of Ratification of the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Africa. The protocol was adopted by the 30th Ordinary Session of the Assembly, held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on the 29th … Read more

NLNG Shortlist is a Reward For Years of Writing – Abideen Ojomu

Abideen Ojomu

  Abideen Ojomu’s work, The Ojuelegba Crossroads, has earned him a spot as one of the three shortlisted writers expected to win the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Prize for Literature which will be announced on 13 October at the Eko Hotels. EDITOR’S PICKS Why I Slumped During Ministerial Screening – Balarabe Speaks Out All … Read more

Malawi Leads African Countries With Cheapest Data Prices As Nigeria Ranks High

Eko Hot Blog reports that Southern African country, Malawi, now  ranks ahead of Nigeria in Africa, with the cheapest price of one gigabyte (1 GB) of mobile data. Editor’s Pick Kevin McCarthy Ousted As U.S. Speaker In Historic Votes They Have Destroyed The Economy In Kano – Ganduje Condemns Market Demolitions 11-Year-Old Arrested For Shooting … Read more

UNGA 78: Tinubu Asks World Leaders To Sanction Illegal Smuggling Of Arms & Minerals In Africa

President Bola Tinubu addresses 78th UNGA session in New York, US

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has called on world leaders and United Nations (UN) member states to show, with their actions, that they mean what they say concerning the crackdown on terror financing, economic sabotage, and illicit mineral & arms smuggling in the developing world. According to a statement by the president’s … Read more

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