US rapper Fatman Scoop has passed away at the age of 53, his manager announced on Saturday, following a medical emergency during a live performance. Scoop, widely recognized for hit tracks like “Be Faithful” and “It Takes Scoop,” collapsed on stage at Hamden Town Center Park in Connecticut. EKO HOT BLOG reports that he was … Read more
Mercy Eke, Big Brother Naija Season 4 winner has shared her personal experiences with Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery in a recent interview on the Love is a Game show by Kenes Gloww on YouTube. Eke revealed that she underwent the procedure in 2018 due to the prevailing trend and peer pressure, despite having a … Read more
Nigerian-American actress Idia Aisien has shared details of how she coped with a severe accident during her birthday trip to Croatia. In an Instagram post on Friday, August 30, Aisien revealed that her leg was fractured in three places, describing the experience as “incredibly painful.” EKO HOT BLOG reports that Aisien posted a video of … Read more
Music icon Onyeka Onwenu has been laid to rest in Lagos. Onwenu, who collapsed at the 80th birthday party of Stella Okoli, founder of Emzor Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company, on July 30, was confirmed dead at Reddington Hospital in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS: Tinubu Appoints New DSS, NIA DGs FG Names Eight Accredited Universities in Togo, Benin … Read more
Popular Nigerian singer Dammy Krane has been released from police custody after being detained for six days following his arrest by Davido over alleged defamation. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Dammy Krane was released on Thursday, August 29, 2024. In a series of posts on his X handle, the singer had previously claimed that he … Read more
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has announced that the new 6,000-capacity Edo Arena will be named after global afrobeats star Rema. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the governor made this revelation during the groundbreaking ceremony for the project in Benin City on Wednesday. Rema, who was in Benin for his homecoming concert at Ogbe Stadium, … Read more
Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate Mickey has pledged to make his fellow housemates, Wanni and Handi, leave the show voluntarily. In his diary session with Biggie on Tuesday, Mickey accused Wanni and Handi of bullying other housemates. He claimed that their behavior, especially their treatment of Rhuthee during her eviction two weeks ago, … Read more
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Adanma Luke has issued an apology to Nigerians regarding the tragic death of actor Junior Pope. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Junior Pope and four crew members died on April 10, 2024, when their boat capsised in the River Niger near Asaba, Delta State, while they were en route to a … Read more
Popular skit maker Brain Jotter has proudly announced his graduation from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and humorously expressed his interest in a job at the United Bank for Africa (UBA), which is owned by billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in an Instagram post celebrating his graduation, Brain Jotter playfully asked … Read more
Rolling Stone, the renowned US magazine, has spotlighted Nigerian content creators Korty EO, Layi Wasabi, and Taaooma in its 2024 Creators Special. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the feature celebrates these creators for maintaining a strong connection to their Nigerian communities and culture while achieving significant success. In the article, Rolling Stone noted, “Local brands … Read more
Popular Nigerian actress Kemi Lala Akindoju has ignited a debate with her views on marriage, childbirth, and the tradition of children inheriting their father’s surname. In a recent public statement, Akindoju questioned the convention that requires women to adopt their husband’s surname and the automatic assumption that children will inherit their father’s surname and state … Read more
Nollywood actress and film producer Sharon Okpamen has sadly passed away just days after giving birth to her second child. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that The news was first announced by Okpamen herself on Instagram, celebrating the arrival of her new baby. However, fellow movie producer Stanely Ontop later confirmed her death. On social media, … Read more
Zinwe has become the latest pair to be evicted from the BBNaija Season 9 house, following the eviction show on Sunday. Last week housemates were allowed to nominate each other for the first time this season. As a result, five pairs—Zinwe, Chekas, Double Kay, Beta, and WanniXHandi—faced the risk of eviction. EDITOR’S PICKS Midnight Fire … Read more
Controversial cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has announced that he will continue to spray money at events, but will now exclusively use dollars. Bobrisky made this statement during an interview with content creator Bae U Barbie on Saturday. This comes after his release on Monday, August 5, 2024, following a six-month imprisonment for … Read more
American rapper Abdul Vicks, known as “Ybcdul” and the alleged leader of a violent gang in West Philadelphia, was fatally shot on Friday in the Olney neighborhood of the city. Vicks, who also went by “Mr Disrespectful,” was shot multiple times in the chest and right hand on the 5500 block of N. 6th Street … Read more
Controversial cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has revealed that he would love to return to Kirikiri Correctional Centre. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Bobrisky was released on Monday, August 5, 2024, after serving six months imprisonment for abusing the naira by spraying it at parties. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another Protests In … Read more
Asake’s latest EP, Lungu Boy, has soared to the number one spot in 19 different countries. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this achievement was made known by the streaming platform Apple Music, which confirmed that Lungu Boy is topping charts in countries such as Nigeria, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Ireland, Kenya, Benin, … Read more
Reality TV star Uriel Oputa recently shared a frustrating experience she had with a dating app. Oputa, who had been hopeful about finding someone special, was left disappointed when a potential match’s biography described him as an “Agent of Chaos.” EKO HOT BLOG notes that she initially felt optimistic as she swiped through profiles, attracted … Read more
A Coroner’s Court in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State has ordered substituted service on key witnesses in the ongoing inquest into the death of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. The witnesses include Azeez Fashola, known as Naira Marley; Samson Eletu, also known as Sam Larry; Mohbad’s sister-in-law, Karimot Ogunbayo; Boluwatife Adeyemo, also … Read more
Oluwatobi Ogunyemi, also known as Toby Forge, who was recently evicted from the Streeze pair, revealed that he wouldn’t have pursued fellow housemate Kassia if he had known she was married to another contestant, Kellyrae. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that before entering the house, Kassia and Kellyrae, known as DoubleKay, disclosed their marital status to … Read more