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REA Boss, Ahmad Salihijo, 4 Others Face EFCC Heat In Money Laundering Probe

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REA boss Ahmad Salihijo and four other individuals have been dragged before EFCC for money laundering allegations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad, the managing director of the Rural Electrification Agency, has been dragged before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He was accused of money laundering and breach of the public … Read more

NDLEA Launches Successful Crack Down On Drug Joints In Abuja, Kano, Nabs 185 Suspects

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185 suspects have been arrested following a successful crackdown by the NDLEA on drug joints in Abuja and Kano. Babafemi made this known in a statement on Sunday. During the raid, different quantities of illicit substances were recovered. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested 185 … Read more

Troops Wipe Out Dozens Of Terrorists, Recovers Heavy Weapons In Lake Chad

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Troops have wiped out scores of terrorists and recovered heavy weapons in Lake Chad. EKO HOT BLOG reports that troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) nicknamed Operation Harbin Zuma, have eliminated scores of ISWAP/Boko Haram terrorists in the Lake Chad Basin region. The success followed an increased offensive by the troops o the … Read more

Gunmen Kill Police Officer At Rivers Checkpoint

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A police officer stationed at a checkpoint in Rivers State has been killed by unidentified gunmen. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a police officer has been reportedly shot dead at a checkpoint around Emohua axis of East-West road by suspected hoodlums terrorizing the area. The victim was among the yet-to-be-identified officers who were said to … Read more

Gunmen Invade Niger Community, Kidnap 50 Residents

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  • Gunmen launched an attack on a Niger community and abducted 50 residents.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the village head of Fugge community in Rijau local government area of Niger State, Mallam Abdullahi Zaure, along with 49 others, has been kidnapped by gunmen.

The incident occurred on Friday afternoon when the terrorists invaded the village on several motorcycles, shooting into the air and causing panic among residents.

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It was learnt the majority of the abductees were women and children with few males while several cattle were rustled.

It was also gathered that fighter jets descended on the terrorists when they were moving with the abductees which resulted in the death of several of the bandits and rustled cattle.

Some of the residents claimed to have seen some bodies of the terrorists and corpses of cows killed or injured by the airstrike.

The residents claimed that the terrorists have gone into their den which is located in the forest bordering Niger State and Kebbi State.

The residents said that the terrorists have begun contacting the families of the abductees demanding fuel and motorcycles as ransom for their release.

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At the time of filing this report, efforts to contact the Niger Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abiodun Wasiu, and Commissioner of Internal Security, Emmanuel Umar proved abortive. Their lines didn’t connect when called.

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Another Veteran Nollywood Actor Is Dead

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Another Veteran Nollywood actor is dead. Veteran Yoruba actor, Mukaila Adedigba Sikiru Adeshina was confirmed dead on Saturday. Iyiola Afod announced the sad news via his Instagram page on Saturday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Mukaila Adedigba Sikiru Adeshina, a well-known figure in the Yoruba movie industry, has passed away. Kunle Iyiola Afod, a famous … Read more

Tension As Gunmen Whisk Away Another APC Chieftain

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Unknown Gunmen have reportedly whisked away another APC Chieftain in Imo State. The abduction is coming days after the gunmen assassinated Tony Enoch, a retired Army captain and a kinsman of Governor Hope Uzodimma. The incident reportedly happened on Friday night. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Hon Chinedum Eleliam, the All Progressives Congress chairman for … Read more

Abducted Taraba LG Chairman Regains Freedom After 5 Days In Captivity

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The abducted chairman of the Taraba LG council has been released from captivity after being held for 5 days. The abduction of the council chairman occurred on the Wukari/Takum road last Sunday. It remains uncertain whether a ransom was paid for his release. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the abducted caretaker committee chairman of the … Read more

Crowned But Convicted: Prominent First Class Monarch To Spend A Decade Behind Bars

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A court has sentenced a prominent First Class Monarch to 10 years in prison. The Monarch was jailed for unlawfully demolishing palm trees and food Crops in a Church. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Oba Adewale Sunday Boboye of the Ajagun Ode of Ode community in the Akure North local government area of Ondo state … Read more

Oyo Mourns As Renowned Traditional Priest Dies At 77

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Ashiru Oroleye, a renowned Oyo Traditional Priest has been confirmed dead. According to reports, he died on Thursday after a brief illness. He died at an undisclosed hospital in Iseyin at the age of 77. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a major setback has been encountered in the process of choosing a new Aseyin of … Read more

Shocking Story Of How Doctor ‘S3dated, R*ped’ Patient Inside Hospital In Kwara

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The shocking story of a doctor who purportedly drugged and s3xually assaulted a patient at a hospital in Kwara State has surfaced. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ayodele Joseph, Chief Medical Director of Ayodele Hospital, Ilorin, Kwara State, has been accused of r*ping a patient who came for medical treatment. The suspect was arraigned on … Read more

EFCC Tightens Grip On Ex-Minister Of Power Over N22bn Fraud Allegations

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EFCC Detains Ex-Minister Of Power former Over N22bn Fraud EKO HOT BLOG reports that operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a former Minister of Power, Sale Mamman, over alleged N22 billion fraud. It was gathered that Mamman, who was arrested in the early hours on Wednesday, is currently being quizzed … Read more

Panic As Gunmen Storm Plateau University, Invade Female Hostel

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A female hostel at Plateau University was invaded by gunmen, causing panic and fear among the students. The gunmen invaded the University on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Public Relations Officer of the institution, Mr John Agams, confirmed the incident to journalists. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Plateau State University (PLASU) has announced that an … Read more

Loss Entangles With Love As Local Tea Claims Seven Lives At A Wedding In Kano

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Seven wedding guests have lost their lives In Kano after drinking local tea. According to sources, the Zakami leaf is believed to contain a substance that has psychoactive properties. The tragic incident happened in the Sheka area of Kumbotso Local Government of Kano metropolis. EKO HOT BLOG reports that tragedy struck at a wedding celebration … Read more

PDP National Vice Chairman Confirmed Dead

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The PDP National vice chairman has been confirmed dead. Hon. Olasoji reportedly died on Tuesday in the United States. The cause of his death has not yet been disclosed at the time of this report. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Hon. Olasoji Adagunodo, the South-West National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former … Read more

Buhari Extends Condolences To Ex-Senate President Nnamani Over Wife’s Death

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President Buhari has sent his condolences to ex-Senate President Nnamani following the loss of his wife. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has sent a message of comfort to former Senate President Ken Nnamani and his family, urging them to seek solace in God as they mourn the demise of Mrs Jane Udewo … Read more

AAUA Recent Graduate Discovered Dead In Hostel

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A recent graduate of AAUA has been found dead in his hostel. Moses graduated from the university in January 2023 and was reportedly waiting for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) call-up letter. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Gbenga Moses, a recent graduate of the Department of Philosophy of Adekunle Ajasin University in Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), … Read more

Fatal Auto Crash Claims 3 Lives In Ogun

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A fatal auto crash has claimed three lives in Ogun. The accident reporter happened on Saturday evening. It was learnt that a speeding Toyota car marked KSF122 rammed into a Sino truck registered FZE840G. EKO HOT BLOG report that tragedy struck along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway as three persons lost their lives in a ghastly accident. … Read more

Ex-Super Eagles Defender Dies Suddenly In Lagos [PHOTO]

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Ex-Super Eagles defender Mike Onyemachara has been confirmed dead. Reports emerged on Saturday stating that he had passed away suddenly in his apartment in Lagos. It’s still uncertain what exactly led to Onyemachara’s death. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Mike Onyemachara, a former member of the Flying Eagles team that won a silver medal in … Read more

Ex-Football Star Apprehended For Cocaine Trafficking [PHOTO]

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Ex-Football star has been apprehended for cocaine trafficking. He was arrested by the police on Friday. Leon Osorio was previously arrested in 2002 while transporting cocaine in Miami but was released on bail. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Diego Leon Osorio, a retired footballer who represented Colombia’s national team during the 1990s, was apprehended by … Read more

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