Court Strikes Down 15-Year Mandatory Service Rule for Nigerian Soldiers Justice Subilim ruled soldiers can resign like other public servants. Air Force officer Akerele’s resignation upheld, arrest threats dismissed. The National Industrial Court in Abuja has nullified the law requiring members of the Nigerian Armed Forces to serve a minimum of 15 years before being … Read more
DHQ Denies Allegations Of Paying Terrorists Monthly Allowances. The military operates a DDR framework for repentant ex-combatants after profiling. El-Rufai’s allegations had earlier been dismissed by Kaduna State and ONSA. The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed claims that the Nigerian military is paying monthly allowances or supplying food to terrorists and bandits under the guise … Read more
Fourteen Nigerian Footballers Who Made Big Moves In 2025 Summer Transfer Window Osimhen led with a €75m switch to Galatasaray, Turkey’s biggest signing. Female stars Oshoala and Ajibade also made landmark transfers abroad. The 2025 summer transfer window delivered drama, history, and fresh opportunities for Nigerian footballers across Europe, Asia, and America. EDITOR’S PICKS How … Read more
Epe LG joins Lagos State in marking Domestic and Sexual Violence Awareness Month. Theme for 2025: “It Concerns Us All.” Chairman urges victims to speak out and calls for collective action from all stakeholders. Eko Hot Blog reports the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. (Princess) Surah Olayemi Animashaun FHTI, has urged residents to … Read more
Residents Accuse BEDC of Rerouting Power Lines Landlords Protest Worsening Power Supply Protesters Demand End to Blackout Aggrieved residents of Akure staged a protest at the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) headquarters in Ondo State on Tuesday, demanding an end to the worsening power supply in their community. Eko Hot Blog reports that the protesters, … Read more
Departure from Labour Party Is for “Greater Good” Nkemkanma Kama Leaves Labour Party Kama Resigns from LP Amid Speculation of Joining APC Member of the House of Representatives, Nkemkanma Kama, has officially resigned from the Labour Party (LP). According to Eko Hot Blog, the lawmaker announced his decision in a July 16, 2025, letter, stating … Read more
Top Epe Division news this week features Wale Raji, Epe LGA, Hon. Monsuru Akinloye, Princess Surah Animashaun, and more. Eko Hot Blog reports all the details below: Epe Lawmaker Reacts to Tragic Lekki-Epe Expressway Accident The lawmaker representing Epe Federal Constituency, Rep. Wale Raji, has expressed deep sorrow over the fatal accident that occurred earlier today … Read more
Fresh Update Emerges On Abuja-Kaduna Train Mishap. Investigators secure evidence, final report due within 30 days. NRC suspends services, promises refunds for affected passengers. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has confirmed that 12 passengers sustained injuries during the Abuja-Kaduna train derailment that occurred last week. The Director General of the Bureau, Captain Alex Badeh, … Read more
Leave After Visa Expiry Or Face Deportation – UK Warns Nigerians, Others Over 130,000 students, families expected to receive deportation notices. Home Office vows crackdown on student visa asylum abuse. Thousands of international students in the United Kingdom have received direct warnings from the government to leave once their visas expire or risk removal. According … Read more
Kwankwaso Dismisses Political Violence Tinubu’s Scorecard Will Speak for Him in 2027 No Scheme Can Stop Tinubu’s Re-election Political chieftain Musa Iliyasu Kwankwaso of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that no amount of political scheming or blackmail will stop President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from winning a second term in 2027. Kwankwaso made the … Read more
15 kidnap victims rescued, 15 suspects arrested across different states. Illegal oil refining sites destroyed, over 2,500 litres of stolen products recovered. Troops dismantle IPOB/ESN IED factory and recover multiple explosives. The Nigerian Army has recorded major successes in the fight against terrorism, kidnapping, and crude oil theft across several parts of the country, with … Read more
NECA Calls for Increased State Wages Workers Need Higher Pay to Boost Productivity Raise Minimum Wage Above ₦70,000, NECA The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has called on state governments to increase civil servants’ pay beyond the current ₦70,000 minimum wage. According to Eko Hot Blog, the association argues that states no longer have an … Read more
Why I Switched Allegiance From Nigeria To Turkey – Favour Ofili. She cited Olympic negligence in Tokyo and Paris as her breaking point. Ofili remains focused on her career after setting a 150m world record. World record holder in the women’s 150m, Favour Ofili, has officially confirmed her decision to switch her sporting allegiance from … Read more
Stop Giving Cash to Street Boys Commissioner Says Residents Encourage Lawlessness Giving Money to Beggars Fuels Insecurity The Lagos State Government has warned residents, celebrities, and social media influencers to stop giving money to street miscreants. According to the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, this action fuels insecurity and creates environmental … Read more
Details Of Wike’s Meeting With Top PDP Leaders Emerge. Ex-Rivers governor blames PDP crisis on failed internal leadership. Party insists it remains united despite Wike’s scathing criticism. Prominent members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, have insisted that the office of the party’s National … Read more
Early Symptoms of Diabetes You Should Never Ignore. Unexplained weight loss, blurred vision, and slow-healing wounds may also appear. Recognizing these early signs helps prevent life-threatening complications Diabetes is one of the fastest-growing health challenges worldwide, and Nigeria is no exception. According to the International Diabetes Federation, over 11 million Nigerians are currently living with … Read more
Official Naira to Dollar Rate for Today, 2nd September 2025. Analysts attribute the rebound to cautious trading and forex policy measures. Future stability depends on exports, remittances, and foreign investments. The Nigerian naira opened trading today, September 2, 2025, at ₦1,532.68 per US dollar, marking a modest gain of ₦2.39 (0.16%) from Monday’s closing rate … Read more
Rivers Administrator Swears In Newly Elected LG Chairmen Ibas urged them to focus on governance and selfless service to the people. He praised voters and RSIEC for a credible and peaceful electoral process. The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.), on Monday swore in 23 newly elected local government chairmen at the … Read more
Wike met with PDP allies in Abuja amid debates on his party standing. PDP clarified no sanctions have been taken due to lack of petitions. The meeting intensifies speculation over Wike’s influence in the opposition part Close allies of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, met at his official residence in Abuja … Read more
Allegation of Figure Manipulation High Registration Aligns with Past CVR Trends INEC Warns Against Speculation on Voter Registration The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Lagos State has rejected the African Democratic Congress’s (ADC) allegation that it is manipulating figures in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). In a statement on Monday, Eko Hot Blog … Read more