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By Bayo Osiyemi Introduction: Unleashing the Power of Innovation Innovation knows no boundaries, and Nigeria is proving just that. As the world witnesses a surge in groundbreaking ideas and inventions, Nigeria has emerged as a vibrant hub of creativity, showcasing a wide array of innovative products that have left their mark on both the local … Read more
By Bayo Osiyemi Introduction Are you an aspiring entrepreneur in Nigeria with a burning desire to start a business but limited funds to invest? Fear not, for Nigeria is a land of opportunities and a hotbed for enterprising individuals like yourself. With the right mindset, determination, and a budget of 50k, you can kick-start your … Read more
By Judith Ukoh It’s officially World Breastfeeding Week! World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year from the 1st- 7th of August. EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival: Epe Ogunmodede Club Defeats Epe Club In Thrilling Novelty Match Epe Kayokayo Coordinator Otunba TJ Abass Announces Plans To Step Down Keep Hope Alive; Tinubu Will Turn Nigeria’s Economic Fortunes … Read more
For many politicians, politics is a means to simply enrich themselves and has little to do with helping people who voted them into office. But for some politicians, politics is about empowering the grassroots and making them seen by their government. Hon. Olusegun Olulade, popularly known as Eleniyan (Man of the People), is a member … Read more
On Thursday, July 6, 2023, the Lagos State Government announced that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had appointed Professor Basirat Olushola Oladipupo as the substantive Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) of the Lagos State University of Science & Technology (LASUSTECH). The government said the appointment was communicated by the Head of Service, Mr. Hakeem Muri-Okunola, in a letter dated … Read more
By Tunde Odesola Once upon a time, before money displaced Ifa in the Land of Oduduwa, decency was the crest on the Yoruba crown. This was before government’s filthy hands slowly opened the palace gate, grabbed the glittering crown and tore off the crest. So, the crown, crest-broken, tumbled into the mud, crestfallen. Étiquette is … Read more
By Femi Odere Our attention has been drawn to the press conference addressed by the National Publicity Director of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP), Debo Ologunagba over the weekend. In his characteristic manner of crying wolf when there’s absolutely none during contests for political offices, Ologunagba said attempts are in the works to “intimidate, harass … Read more
June 12 is yearly set aside to commemorate the election of the late MKO Abiola as president in 1993. In 2018, the immediate past President, Muhammadu Buhari declared June 12 as Democracy Day in honour of the late Abiola whose election was annulled. Eko Hot Blog has compiled a list of happy democracy day messages … Read more
By Judith Ukoh The title “Jagaban” is synonymous with the Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The name Jagaban has gained prominence among his followers and even fellow political allies. The question here is how the moniker stuck on the President. Herein, Prince Yahaya Haliru Dantoro tells Eko Hot Blog the tale of how the title … Read more
Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Karim Benzema have all left Europe following successful careers that span years. Ronaldo, who departed Real Madrid as the club’s all-time leading scorer with 450 goals, signed a two-year contract with Al-Nassr in January. Despite having played 16 games in the Saudi Pro League and scoring 14 goals, his Al-Nassr … Read more
Sex tournament to commence in Sweden today The government earlier declared sex a national sports competition. Participants will engage in sexual activities on a daily basis Eko Hot Blog reports that all you need to know about the sex tournament in Sweden can be accessed here. Recall the government declared sex a national sports competition … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE On July 29, 1966, Adekunle Fajuyi, a Lieutenant Colonel, and Military Governor of Western Nigeria, staked his life, when some revenge-seeking counter-coupists came for the head of Major General Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi, Nigerias military ruler. Aguiyi-Ironsi was on a visit to the region; and the governor told the coupists that theyd not kill … Read more
By Bashorun J.K. Randle Rather than what was meant to be a simple, straightforward and heartfelt obituary of the legendary Monsignor Pedro Ayodele Martins [1910 0 2014], Father Mathew Hassan Kukah the Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Sokoto broke the Guinness Book of Records which is a unique testimony to excellence anchored on endurance … Read more
By Femi Odere Daniel Bwala is a known mouthpiece of Atiku Abubakar’s failed (for the umpteenth time) presidential ambition. EDITOR’S PICKS VIDEO: Colleagues, Family Recount Good Memories Of Late Actor Murphy Afolabi At 8th Day Fidau Prayer VIDEO: Most Actors Are Struggles With Health Issues With Little Help – Actress Ronke Oshodi-Oke You Can Now … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE There is an unraveling mystery about the Nigerian press. The custodian of this value is clearly misunderstood and misused in opportunities. EDITOR’S PICKS Call For mercy: Omokri Urges Buhari To Intervene In Ekweremadu’s Case NEDC: Buhari Urges Senate to Confirm 12 Nominees for Governing Board All Nigerians Stranded In Sudan Are Now … Read more
By Tunde Odesola The stunned policeman, whose left cheek Seun Anikulapo-Kuti sandpapered on the lagoon last Saturday, didn’t turn the right cheek. I know why. He feared losing his eardrum and, or a couple of teeth. EDITOR’S PICKS Seun Kuti’s Fate Hangs In Balance As Court Extends Remand By Four Days Police Accused Of Secret … Read more
Ahmed Lawan has now declared total war on His Excellency Sen. Godswill Akpabio, his next and imminent Senate President, in the fleeting illusion that he could still be stopped from inheriting his gavel. EDITOR’S PICKS JUST IN: Buhari, Tinubu Observe Jum’aat Prayers Together At Aso Rock [PHOTOS] Fire Razes 150 Shops In Zaria Market, Destroys … Read more
By Femi Odere Abdulaziz Yari, a former two-term governor of Zamfara State and a Senator-elect is still digging in to clinch the position of Senate President. EDITOR’S PICKS Call For mercy: Omokri Urges Buhari To Intervene In Ekweremadu’s Case NEDC: Buhari Urges Senate to Confirm 12 Nominees for Governing Board All Nigerians Stranded In Sudan … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE On Monday, May 1, 2023, the immediate past governor of Osun State, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola inaugurated “an 11-man committee to stimulate, revamp, restructure and reposition the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osun State Chapter”. Nigerians wish the Professor Isaac Adewole-led Committee well in the onerous tasks ahead. EDITOR’S PICKS JUST IN: Buhari, Tinubu … Read more
Birthdays are special days to reflect upon how far one has come and set new goals for the future. They are also unique days to celebrate people who have positively contributed to our society. Mrs. Olayinka Saidat Oladunjoye, an attorney, is one of those people. Besides enjoying numerous achievements in her personal life, she has … Read more