A domestic worker of Aribemchukwu, the daughter of Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia, has confessed to her murder, a police source revealed on Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Aribemchukwu, known as Chuchu, was killed in her Parkview Estate residence in Ikoyi, Lagos State. Although a family source indicated she was murdered on Tuesday night, her body … Read more
The Ekiti State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Adeniran Akinwale, announced the arrest of six prime suspects in connection with the kidnap and murder of Prof. Olorunfemi Olaofe, former Deputy Vice Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Prof. Olaofe was abducted from his residence at the Federal Housing Estate, Ado … Read more
Borno State Police Command has imposed a 24-hour curfew across the state in reaction to the suicide attack in Kawuri Village in Konduga Local Government Area that killed 16 people and injured 20 others. The State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Kenneth Daso, made this declaration in a statement on Thursday in Maiduguri. The statement … Read more
Borno State Police Command says nine people were killed while 20 others were injured when Boko Haram detonated an Improvised Explosive Device, IED, in Kawuri, Konduga Local Government Area of the state. The State Police Commissioner, Yusuf Lawan, made this known on Thursday in Maiduguri, saying that the incident occurred in a marketplace at about … Read more
The former Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti, Prof. Olorunfemi Olaofe, who was kidnapped by unknown gunmen, has been found dead. The retired academic was abducted from his home in Ado-Ekiti on July 9, along with his security guard. They were taken away in his car, which the police later recovered. The kidnappers … Read more
The Abia State Police Command reported the tragic death of Inspector Shehu Oyibo and three civilians, who were killed by armed men in Aba on Sunday. Eko Hot Blog reports that the attack occurred at Ngwa Road by Mosque Junction, where Inspector Oyibo, part of the state’s Rapid Response Squad, was on patrol. ASP Maureen … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a tragic incident unfolded today in Lagos as a speeding train collided with a Toyota Hilux pickup at Ilupeju Bypass, Mushin area. The collision occurred around 4:30 p.m., causing significant disruption. EDITOR’S PICK: JUST IN: US President Joe Biden Endorses VP Kamala Harris As Successor JUST IN: US President Joe … Read more
Acting Rector of Benue Polytechnic, Ugbokolo, Dr Emmanuel Barki, has been kidnapped by unknown Gunmen while returning to Ugbokolo after an official assignment in Makurdi. Eko Hot Blog reports that Barki was abducted alongside some management staff of the polytechnic and their driver. According to reports, the abductors moved them away from the highway and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made two significant discoveries, uncovering cocaine hidden in shoe soles and tramadol pills concealed in custard containers, all destined for Europe. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, shared videos of the seized contraband on … Read more
A couple in Lagos has been arrested for attempting to sell their two-year-old son to raise funds for a trip to Canada. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the pair, aged 28 and 22, were apprehended at Isolo General Hospital on Tuesday after declaring their intention to sell their child. According to Lagos Police Command spokesperson, … Read more
Operatives of the Kaduna State Police Command have apprehended 25 members of the notorious gang known as ‘sara suka’ that has been terrorizing communities across the state. Eko Hot Blog gathered that out of the 25 suspects, 16 were arrested in the Rigasa area with weapons and charged with thuggery. The state Police Public Relations … Read more
On Tuesday, the Ekiti State High Court, Ado Ekiti Division, acquitted and discharged four individuals charged with conspiracy, murder, and armed robbery. Eko Hot Blog reports that the defendants, Abdulahi Oladepo, Momolosho Olanrewaju, Jimoh Azeez, and Ibrahim Adebisi, were arraigned on March 24, 2023, on three counts related to the alleged crimes. The prosecution, led … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Gabriel ‘General’ Asabuja, a former Niger Delta militant leader, has been declared wanted by the Rivers State Police Command. The declaration was made by Tunji Disu, the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, during an appearance on a Channels Television program on Tuesday, following a viral video where the ex-militant leader … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal High Court in Lagos has approved the extradition of Samuel Abiodun to the United States to face charges of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Justice Akintayo Aluko granted the extradition order on June 14, 2024, following an application by the Attorney General of the Federation, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports the Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its commitment to combating criminal activities associated with crude oil installations vandalism in the Niger Delta region. Major General Hassan Dada, the General Officer Commanding 82 Division, emphasized this resolve following a successful operation against suspected oil thieves at Isimmiri Waterside in Ukwa West Local Government … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Borno State Police Command has officially confirmed the abduction of Justice Haruna Mshelia, a High Court judge, along with his wife, and driver in the Biu Local Government Area of the state. ASP Nahum Daso, spokesperson for the police command, made this known on Monday, outlining the details of the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a man identified as Abdulazizi Abdulwasiu has been apprehended by police officers in Lagos for impersonating a soldier by wearing his friend’s complete army camouflage uniform. The arrest occurred in the Ajangbadi area of the state. According to reports, Abdulwasiu, 28, was spotted riding an unregistered black TVS motorcycle along … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has conducted successful operations, destroying 13 illegal refining sites and seven Cotonou boats across Rivers, Bayelsa, and Imo states. AVM Edward Gabkwet, Director of Public Relations and Information for NAF, reported in Abuja that these air interdictions took place between June 18 and June 22. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has uncovered what appears to be a staged kidnapping involving a 20-year-old student, Collins Ikwebe, and five of his schoolmates, according to a recent statement. The case came to light following a distressing social media post by a friend of one of the suspects, which … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Revd. Fr. Mikah Suleiman, the parish priest of St. Raymond Catholic Church Damba in Gusau, Zamfara State, has been abducted by bandits. Father Mikah Suleiman was kidnapped early on Saturday from his residence in the Damba area of Gusau, according to Very Revd. Fr. Nuhu Iliya, the acting Chancellor of … Read more