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Senator Barau Awards Scholarships for 70 Kano Students to Pursue AI and Robotics Engineering

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Senator Barau Jibrin emphasized that the scholarship recipients were selected purely on merit  Barau I. Jibrin Foundation, aim to support the growth and development of Kano Students Senator Barau Jibrin urged the scholarship beneficiaries to represent Kano State and Nigeria honorably The Deputy Senate President of Nigeria, Senator Barau Jibrin, has recently awarded scholarships to … Read more

Police Arrest One-Eye Armed Robber Two Days After Release From Oko Prison

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The suspect had only been out of Oko prison for two days John Agbontean 35yrs was arrested with a cut to size gun while attempting to rob in the church His accomplice narrowly escaped arrest Two days after his release from Oko Prison in Benin City, one-eyed ex-convict John Agbontean found himself back in police … Read more

Ocean Basket Limited Staff, Emmanuel Enoma Charged With N12.7m Theft; Pleads Not Guilty

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Emmanuel Enoma, if found guilty, could spend 7 years behind bar Police to present evidence in the next court sitting To be Remanded in Prison till bail conditions fulfilled A 37-year-old employee of Ocean Basket Limited, Emmanuel Odugbo Enoma, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly stealing N12.7 million from the company. … Read more

Christmas: Sanwo-Olu Assures Residents Of Better 2025

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Sanwo-Olu appreciates journalist covering Governor’s office Governor’s press corps presents book on Lagos Gov. giant strides Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has extended his warm wishes to the residents of the state, particularly the Christian community, as they join the rest of the world in celebrating Christmas this year. Eko Hot Blog gathered that … Read more

Angry Jilted Man Remanded For Posting Nude Picture of Ex-Lover On Facebook

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  Police source shows that Egu posted the Nude due to irreconcilable differences  Egu Seized her ATM and SIM Card He pleaded not guilty A 29-year-old man, Shedrack Kingsley Egu, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly beating and posting nude pictures of his estranged lover on Facebook after she broke up … Read more

Deceit, Betrayal, Clash as Siblings Goes to Court Over Lagos Property

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A dispute between two brothers, Richard and John Nwofia, has taken an unexpected turn with Richard’s arrest and subsequent remand in prison custody over a contested property in Lagos State.  Eko Hot Blog reports that the disagreement reportedly escalated when Richard allegedly chased John with a machete, attempting to inflict injury while also issuing threats … Read more

Author Aisha Amdagas Unveils New Books at Borno Books and Arts Festival

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On Friday, December 20th, the Borno State capital played host to an inspiring literary event as author Aisha Amdagas launched her latest books during the second Borno Books and Arts Festival (BOBAFEST24). The festival, which began in 2022, celebrates literature, culture, and art in northern Nigeria and has quickly become a prominent platform for showcasing … Read more

Flood Relief Efforts Strengthened as Committee of Banks in Nigeria Provides Essential Aid to Jigawa State

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The Committee of Banks in Nigeria demonstrated their solidarity and support for the victims of the recent flooding in Jigawa State with a visit to Dutse on Thursday. Eko Hot Blog reports that during this visit, the committee, led by Chairman and Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA), … Read more

Man Strike Wife to Death With Iron Rod in Ebonyi State

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In a tragic case of domestic violence, 54-year-old Eseni Chima has been arrested and charged in Ebonyi State for allegedly murdering his wife, Ugochukwu Chima. Eko Hots Blog reports that Eseni is accused of striking Ugochukwu to death with an iron rod. EDITOR’S PICK Delta State Government Implement Law Prohibiting Human Trafficking Badenoch ‘A Knock … Read more

Criminals In Trouble as Soludo Set to Strengthens Security Architecture in Anambra  State

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 Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to tackle the security challenges confronting the state, including kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism, and drug epidemic, among others. Eko Hot Blog reports that in a recent broadcast, Soludo emphasized the importance of security, law, and order in achieving his administration’s vision of a … Read more

Delta State Government Implement Law Prohibiting Human Trafficking

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Delta State Government has expressed concern over the recent discovery that the state has overtaken Edo in having the highest cases of human trafficking in Nigeria.  Eko Hot Blog reports that the government has emphasized its commitment to addressing this issue through the implementation of the Delta State Human Trafficking Prohibition Law. EDITOR’S PICK Exploring … Read more

Statewide Staff Audit Reveals Ghost Workers in Jigawa State 

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The Jigawa State Government has identified 6,348 ghost workers on its payroll following a comprehensive staff verification exercise. Eko Hot Blog reports that this revelation was made by Mr. Sagir Musa, the Commissioner for Information, Youths, Sports, and Culture, in a statement released on Tuesday in Dutse. EDITOR’S PICKS Badenoch ‘A Knock is Enough’ – … Read more

Airtel Nigeria Kicks Off 10th ‘5 Days of Love’ Campaign

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Airtel Nigeria, a leading telecommunications services provider, has launched the 2024 edition of its long-standing community feeding program, ‘5 Days of Love.’ Eko Hot Blog reports that this year the company has committed to feeding 6,000 underprivileged Nigerians across six states to spread joy and celebrate with the communities it serves. EDITOR’S PICKS Badenoch ‘A … Read more

Traffic Congestion: OYRTMA Launches Crackdown on Illegal Street Trading 

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Traffic Congestion: OYRTMA Launches Crackdown on Illegal Street Trading

The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) initiated a series of raids over the weekend, targeting illegal street traders within the Ibadan metropolis. Led by OYRTMA Chairman Major Adekoya Adesagba (rtd) and General Manager Commander Ayoade Adekola, the operation focused on the Oritamerin, Gege, Agbeni, and Ogunpa areas of the state. Editor’s Pick: D-Day: … Read more

Lagos Govt Urges Property Agents To Obtain Permits For Transactions

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Olumide urges APBN members to demand to view the Planning Permit before finalizing property transactions.   He urged members with existing structures to apply for permit.   Olumide reiterated his belief that the APBN can contribute to reducing building collapses in Lagos.     Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has urged … Read more

LASTMA To Impound Unregistered and Unpainted Vehicles

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the agency that regulates the transportation sector in Lagos state, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, (LASTMA) has started to clampdown on unpainted and unregistered vehicles operating in the state. Editor’s Pick Tribunal Upholds Election Of Sanwo-Olu As Lagos State Governor How LASTMA Officials Averted Tanker Explosion On Surulere Bridge LASTMA … Read more

Plateau Intending Pilgrims To Pay N2m For 2024 Hajj

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Eko Hot Blog reports that intending pilgrims from Plateau State, Nigeria, will have to pay N2 million for the 2024 Hajj pilgrimage. The board also said the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has allocated 1,345 Hajj seats for the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Investigate Alleged Poisoning Of Tinubu’s Minister Reactions As Lady Pushed Out … Read more

I’m Ready To Lay Down My Life For Peace In S’East’ – Ohanaeze President Iwuanyanwu

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Eko Hot Blog reports that The President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has vowed to lay down his life to ensure peace and security across the Southeast.

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President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu

Iwuanyanwu said killing in the Southeast diminishes his person; hence, he would use his position to ensure peace.

He spoke while addressing a world press conference on the 2023 Igbo Day celebration coming up on September 28 and 29.

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Iwuanyanwu said: “I’ll take a kinetic approach that will require the cooperation of everybody. I’ll talk peace. I am ready to lay down my life to see that there is peace in Igboland. I’ll go to Finland and everywhere to see that there is peace in Igboland. I’ll go and cry to them. I pray to God that I achieve success.”

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Wike Grants A Three-Month Grace Period To 189 Plot Owners In Abuja

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has given a three-month grace period for 189 titleholders, who have obtained building plan approvals but are yet to commence development on their property. The property owners in question are to begin building plans within the stipulated period or have … Read more

NLC Mobilises Chapters For Indefinite Strike, FG Seeks To Prevent It

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has commenced mobilisation across the country ahead of a possible declaration of a nationwide strike. State chapters of the union took the decision following the expiration of a 21-day ultimatum given to the Federal Government to provide palliatives to cushion the effect of the recent … Read more

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