Nigeria have been ruled by 10 Leaders after our independence that took place on 1st october 1960. Among these 10 Leaders, 7 of them were Military men, they attained this opportunity as a result of ‘coup D’etat’. Nigeria was under the rule of General Sani Abacha from 1993 – 1998, he was a prolific coup … Read more
Former Cuban dictator, Fidel Castro, prior to his death was said to have allegedly slept with over 35,000 women. This claim actually came from someone close to the socialist leader as discovered by a journalist. He must have been a very busy man during days. While he was working on a documentary on the former Cuban leader, … Read more
In 1993, something happened which I believe only few can remember Four Nigerian youths hijacked a plane that was conveying the vice president of China and other people from Lagos to Abuja. As gathered by EKO HOT BLOG , This was done by the four youths who belonged to Movement for the Advancement of Democracy. This … Read more
Recently, the Militants lamented poor infrastructure and funding to Niger Delta State by the Federal Government. For those who do not know, the Niger Delta militancy has been ongoing for decades. Although a large number of fighters have laid down arms and accepted government’s amnesty program, and some refused the offer. The most feared Militant … Read more
Usman Dan Fodio, born in 1754 to a Torokawa parents, was the leader of the greatest Jihad in Nigeria and West Africa. As gathered by EKO HOT BLOG , He studied law, theology and philosophy in Agades under a man called Umar. The study of these subjects inspired him to accept the religion of Islam. Usman Dan … Read more
Dr. Aderonke Kale will never be forgotten in the history of Nigeria and West Africa army in general. She holds the prestigious record of becoming the first woman ever to attain the post of a General in the Army. As gathered by EKO HOT BLOG , Below is an explanation of Dr. Adetonke Kale’s biography. … Read more
On Sunday, the entire country was thrown into mourning when the sad news emerged that a Nigerian Air Force plane en route to Minna has crashed in Abuja. All seven members of the crew were killed. As gathered by EKO HOT BLOG, Listed below are plane crashes that occurred in Nigeria from 1956 To 2021 1956 Kano … Read more
Back in the late 90s and early 2000, there were some individuals that terrorised the people of South East. They caused a lot of havoc that at the mention of their names, people around got frightened. Many people lost their lives at the hands of these men, but today they are no more. The news of their … Read more
A Former President and wife were charged with ‘genocide’ They were tried by an Army Tribunal. The Couple were executed following legal proceedings. Former Romania President and wife Nicole and Elena Ceaușescu were placed on a trial which held on 25 December 1989 by an Exceptional Military Tribunal. Nicole and Elena Ceaușescu trial … Read more
In some cultures across the world, it’s always frowned on when ever some one gets married to a relative, on the other hand in some cultures, it is seen as common thing. As gathered by EKO HOT BLOG , Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip have shared priceless memories and moments together during their 70 … Read more
The popular Igbo Military officers in Nigeria history are Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu and Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi. The two are the top most popular military officers from the Igbo tribe They are not the most ranked Igbo military officers in Nigeria history. EKO HOT BLOG The most ranked military officer from the Igbo tribe is Air Chief Marshal Paul Dike who hails … Read more
Obasanjo has gotten married to five wives, unfortunately, three of his lovely wives are dead He has also divorced one of his wives At the moment is living happily with one of his wives called, Alice Bola. As gathered by EKO HOT BLOG, the names of his five wives are named below: His Late wives- Stella … Read more
Mikhail Kalashnikov was a Russian Lieutenant He was born on the 10th November 1919 He sadly passed away on the 23rd of December 2013. EKO HOT BLOG Mikhail Kalashnikov was a Russian Lieutenant General, Inventor, Military Engineer, Writer, and Small arms Designer. He is most famous for developing the AK-47 assault rifle and its improvements, … Read more
General Murtala Mohammed a former Head Of State was assassinated on the 13th of February 1976 (45 years ago) by group of soldiers. Murtala left behind his wife and children. Mrs Ajoke Mohammed a former First Lady was the wife of General Murtala Mohammed. After the death of her husband, Mrs Ajoke who has a … Read more
Nigeria has seen several military rulers/dictators run the affairs of the country till 1999 when they country switched to democratic system of government. Many believed Nigeria’s Former Head Of State, Murtala Muhammed was herioc and concerned about the people at the time. He was born on 8 November 1938 and was assassinated on the … Read more
Alhaji Atiku Abubakar is a respected former Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. He served as the number 2 citizen of the country during former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration. Atiku was once a custom officer with the Nigerian Customs Service. EKO HOT BLOG Atiku’s first posting took him to Idi-iroko border post in … Read more
Jaja was a Nigerian statesman, Lawyer, Politician, Diplomat and Humanitarian He was the first Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives Jaja also became the first Foreign Affairs Minister in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG The first Indigenous Speaker of Nigeria House of Representatives is Jaja Anucha Wachuku from 1959 – 1960. Jaja is a Royal … Read more
The White House is the President’s private home For two hundred years, the White House has stood as a symbol of the Presidency, the United States government, and the American people. It is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C EKO HOT BLOG The White house is regarded as the official residence and … Read more
The Nigerian military formation which consist of Army, Navy and Air force produced four female two star Generals Coincidentally, three out of the four Generals are Doctors. Listed below are four former female Nigerian Army Generals EKO HOT BLOG 1.) Major-General Aderonke Kale She is a Psychiatrist of the Nigerian army. She was educated as … Read more
Many saw the retirement of these Senior Military Officers as a winch haunt by Obasanjo Obasanjo retired 65 senior Military Officers from service But Malu wasn’t retired by Obasanjo in 1999. EKO HOT BLOG Lieutenant General Victor Malu (late) was among the very few top Military Officers who survived the massive retirement of … Read more