Jordan has seized one tonne of amphetamine pills being smuggled in date paste at the border with Iraq. Eko Hot Blog reports that a total of six million pills of the drug known as Captagon were found inside two refrigerated lorries. EDITOR’S PICKS British Airways: Flights Leaving US Grounded Over Technical Issue Met Office Forecasts … Read more
The man accused of a deadly attack against the Kurdish community in Paris has admitted to a “pathological” hatred of migrants, French prosecutors say. Eko Hot Blog reports that the 69-year-old told investigators he had planned to kill “non-European foreigners” as he embarked on his shooting spree on Friday, they say. EDITOR’S PICKS British Airways: … Read more
Violence has broken out in central Paris after Friday’s deadly attack on the city’s Kurdish community. Eko Hot Blog reports that protesters overturned cars, setting some on fire, and hurled objects at police. Officers responded by firing tear gas. EDITOR’S PICKS British Airways: Flights Leaving US Grounded Over Technical Issue Met Office Forecasts 2023 Will … Read more
Former president Donald Trump reported steep business losses in his final year in the White House, allowing the billionaire to avoid paying income tax. Eko Hot Blog reports that He also did not face tax audits during his first two years in office, despite rules requiring the review of tax filings by sitting presidents. EDITOR’S … Read more
Prosecutors have revealed how TakeOff’s alleged killer tried to escape to Mexico after the shooting that killed the rapper. Eko Hot Blog reports that newly obtained search warrants have given new insights into the night TakeOff was shot and killed. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt To Partner Private Sector In Building Regulatory Process Ajah Killing: Lagos … Read more
Suspicious or threatening packages sent to Ukrainian diplomatic missions all had the same sender address – a Tesla dealership in Germany – Ukraine’s foreign minister says. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dmytro Kuleba added that 31 Ukrainian embassies and consulates in 15 countries received the packages. EDITOR’S PICKS Colombia: Landslide Kills 3, Buries Several People … Read more
Three men hacked a POS platform to steal N16 million. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has arrested three suspects for hacking a Point of Sale (POS) platform to steal N16 million in Oyo State. EDITOR’S PICKS Court Finds Trump’s Company Guilty Of Tax Fraud 2023: Buhari Directs Army To Maintain … Read more
A High Court sitting in Abuja has jailed a fake Italian Engineer for defrauding a client. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned an internet fraudster who defrauded his victim of €20,000. EDITOR’S PICKS Obasanjo: I Believe God Is A Nigerian For Us To Get Away With Stupid … Read more
Suspected gunmen have abducted a traditional ruler in Akoko North-West Local Government Area of Ondo State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that kidnappers abducted Oba Clement Jimoh Olukotun, the Oloso of Oso, at Ajowa- Akoko, in Akoko North-West Local Government Area of Ondo State. EDITOR’S PICKS Obasanjo: I Believe God Is A Nigerian For Us To Get … Read more
The Indigenous People of Biafra(IPOB) has distanced itself from any kidnapping act after the Police claimed it arrested members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN). EKO HOT BLOG reports that IPOB has said it has nothing to do with kidnappings. EDITOR’S PICKS Anxiety As Report Reveals How Price Of Kerosene Increased By 9.90% Osinbajo To … Read more
A 25-year-old man landed in the hospital after being beaten to a coma for stealing a mobile phone in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the patrol team of the Rapid Response Squad, Lagos Police Command arrested a man identified as Chinedu Ike for stealing phones in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS PHOTOS: Police Arrest Fake EFCC … Read more
Two kidnappers have been arrested, with a female victim rescued in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) arrested two suspected abductors and rescued a female victim inside their car. EDITOR’S PICKS Fuel Scarcity: Lagos State Govt Issues Strong Warning To Motorists 2023: Tinubu Finally Reveals Date … Read more
The Vice President has charged young citizens to resist corrupt public officials to uphold the integrity of Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, has charged young citizens to resist all corrupt public officeholders destroying the reputation of the country. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Police Arrests Cultists With Firearms In … Read more
Kidnap kingpin, John Lyon is set to be arraigned in court today. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Police Force, Bayelsa State Command, says all is set to arraign the celebrity kidnapper, John Ewa (Lyon), who is popularly known for his flamboyant lifestyle on social media. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer … Read more
No fewer than 38 young persons have been convicted for offenses related to cybercrime in Ogun and Oyo State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibadan Zonal Command, has secured the conviction and sentencing of 38 persons and a corps member. EDITOR’S PICKS Tragedy As Police Allegedly Shoot Prince … Read more
A baby and a toddler have been stabbed to death in New York. Eko Hot Blog reports that two young brothers, an 11-month-old baby and a 3-year-old boy, were on Saturday stabbed to death in New York City, United States. EDITOR’S PICKS No More Night Trips On Abuja-Kaduna Rail Line – FG NIS Directs Passport … Read more
Court has sentenced two internet fraudsters to jail in Ilorin. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ilorin Zonal Command, secured the conviction of two internet fraudsters in Ilorin. EDITOR’S PICKS Tragedy As Police Allegedly Shoot Prince To Death In Osun, Four Injured PHOTOS: Police Arrest Fake EFCC Officials In … Read more
A High Court has convicted and sentenced a man to prison for being in possession of fraudulent documents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Lagos State High Court sentenced one Tope Peter Obi to one-year imprisonment for possessing fraudulent documents. EDITOR’S PICKS PHOTOS: Police Arrest Fake EFCC Officials In Delta REVEALED! Why Only Tinubu Can … Read more
Squid Game actor O Yeong-Su has been charged with sexual misconduct, South Korean judicial officials say. Eko Hot Blog reports that the 78-year-old is accused of touching a woman inappropriately in 2017, officials said. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigerians Can Now Renew Student Visas Without Interview – US Why I Approved Redesign Of Naira Notes – Buhari … Read more
Some suspects disguised as officials of the federal anti-graft agency have been arrested in Delta State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Delta State Police command arrested some suspects posing as officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). EDITOR’S PICKS What Lagos Govt Told Hotel Owners, Event Managers Ahead Of Yuletide REVEALED! Why … Read more