Operatives of the Oyo State Police Command have detained the principal of Islamic High School Bashorun Ibadan, Mr. Abdullahi Fasasi. EKO HOT BLOG reliably gathered that Fasasi was invited by the police on Wednesday and has been detained since then. The principal was detained in connection with the stampede that occurred in the school on … Read more
Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to tackle the security challenges confronting the state, including kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism, and drug epidemic, among others. Eko Hot Blog reports that in a recent broadcast, Soludo emphasized the importance of security, law, and order in achieving his administration’s vision of a … Read more
Over 20 children have reportedly lost their lives in a tragic stampede during a Christmas celebration organized for children in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital. EKO HOT BLOG gathered the event, which was said to have been hosted by a popular broadcaster’s radio station, promised gifts for attendees. According to online reports, several children were … Read more
The Jigawa State Government has identified 6,348 ghost workers on its payroll following a comprehensive staff verification exercise. Eko Hot Blog reports that this revelation was made by Mr. Sagir Musa, the Commissioner for Information, Youths, Sports, and Culture, in a statement released on Tuesday in Dutse. EDITOR’S PICKS Badenoch ‘A Knock is Enough’ – … Read more
A 27-year-old woman named Stephanie Michael has found herself in legal trouble after allegedly attempting to seduce a man by sneaking into his house in Lagos State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the man Bright Azuonwu, raised an alarm, claiming that Stephanie had a criminal intent when she entered his house without his consent. EDITOR’S … Read more
A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member deployed to Kebbi State, Tayachibiyacha Ebal, has tragically passed away after collapsing at the Dakin Gari Orientation Camp. EKO HOT BLOG learned that the corps member suddenly slumped and was immediately taken to the camp clinic for medical attention. She was later referred to the Federal Medical Centre … Read more
Two security guards, Kazeem Adewale (49) and Nasiru Orikeye, have been apprehended and charged with conspiracy and theft following an incident in Lagos State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the guards were accused of sleeping on duty while thieves broke into a shop and stole 12 bags of rice worth over N1 million. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
A fire outbreak at Tunga Market in Minna, Niger State, has destroyed multiple shops and properties worth millions of naira. The incident, which occurred on Monday morning, engulfed a furniture store, a gas cylinder shop, and part of a nearby motel, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. EKO HOT BLOG learned that tensions … Read more
Police in Taraba State have confirmed the unfortunate deaths of three individuals following a clash between worshippers of the United Methodist Church in Nigeria (UMCN) and the Global Methodist Church Nigeria(GMCN). Ekohotblog reports that the incident occurred in the Karim-Lamido Local Government Area on Sunday, reportedly as a culmination of an ongoing dispute between … Read more
A Grade A Customary Court in Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, recently dissolved the marriage between Rakiah and Jamiu following allegations of neglect, battery, and domestic violence. Jamiu initially filed a divorce suit, seeking the dissolution of their marriage, which prompted the Court’s involvement. Rakiah requested … Read more
Approximately 5,000 teaching and non-teaching staff employed under the Adamawa State Post Primary Schools Management Board (PPSMB) in Yola are yet to receive their November 2024 salaries. This delay affects more than half of the 9,000 workers drawing salaries under the board in a state where workers are typically paid on the 23rd of every … Read more
At least 20 people are feared dead after a boat capsized on the River Benue on Saturday, December 14. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the incident occurred while the boat was ferrying passengers from Ocholonya in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State to Odenyi in Nasarawa Toto LGA of Nasarawa State, following activities … Read more
The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions has called for justice in the tragic case of two-year-old Onosereba Omhonria, who was killed, and his one-year-old brother, Eromonsele, left battling severe eye injuries after being shot by NDLEA operatives in Asaba, Delta State, on July 13, 2023. The children were with their mother in … Read more
A fire outbreak on Saturday caused extensive damage to the Enugu Timber Market, destroying several shops, timber, wooden products, and heavy machinery. Traders reported seeing thick smoke and rapid flames, resulting in significant financial losses. Firefighters from the Enugu State Fire Service responded swiftly but faced challenges due to the intensity of the blaze. No … Read more
Prominent human rights activist Emeka Umeagbalasi, chairman of the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety), and his family were attacked by gunmen in Anambra State. EKO HOT BLOG reports Umeagbalasi reported that the first assault occurred on November 27, when gunmen opened fire and forcibly took his Mitsubishi Hilux truck from … Read more
…..Arrests 3 businessmen linked to consignments in Lagos; recovers N4.4billion worth opioids in Rivers Multi-billion-naira worth of shipments of Methamphetamine and Loud, a strong synthetic strain of cannabis meant for distribution during the Christmas and New Year festive season, concealed in automobile spare parts imported from Canada, have been intercepted by operatives of the National … Read more
Ogun State Police Command says its operatives have arrested a truck driver, Olalere Timileyin and his motor boy at Obada Oko, in Ewekoro local government area of the State, over the death of a man said to have been assaulted for allegedly stealing a tarpaulin. The command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Omolola Odutola, disclosed this … Read more
A fully loaded petrol tanker burst into flame at Ijabe, a community in Odo-Otin local government area of Osun State, creating palpable panic among residents of the area. The tanker with 33,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol was said to have caught fire right on the highway linking Osun with Kwara State. … Read more
One man died, and 40 people are missing after a migrant boat sank off Crete early Saturday, according to the Greek coastguard. Thirty-nine survivors were rescued. A large rescue operation is underway south of Gavdos Island after a migrant boat capsized shortly after midnight, the Greek coastguard reported. An Italian frigate and helicopters are assisting, … Read more
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Kano State Command, has secured the conviction of 12 drug peddlers in the state. This was contained in a statement issued to newsmen by the Spokesman of the agency, Sadiq Maigatari, on Saturday in Kano. Maigatari said the conviction was a significant milestone in the agency’s relentless fight … Read more