The Lagos State government has described the loss of innocent lives in Abule Ado, which brought grief to numerous families today, as sad. The government assured Lagosians that efforts are on to determine the cause of the explosion that has left many homeless. Giving an update about the incident, the Director-General, Lagos State Emergency Management … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday night commiserated with families of victims of a pipeline explosion in Abule Ado, Amuwo Odofin local government area of Lagos State. The President also condoled with the Lagos State government and all residents affected by the unfortunate incident that killed at least 15 people and injured several others. President Buhari … Read more
Among the 50 buildings affected by the Abule Ado fire, Nigerian Navy Referral Hospital, Ojo, Lagos, lost the upper part of the hospital to the explosion. “There were substantial damage done to the ceiling in the hospital,” said spokesperson for Western Naval Command, Lagos, Commander Thomas Otuji. The hospital also received over 55 victims from … Read more
Kogi State Governor Alhaji Yahaya Bello has confirmed the death of his mother Hajia Hauwa Bello. She died in an Abuja Hospital at the age of 100 after a brief illness. Governor Bello who confirmed this in a statement he personally signed on behalf of the family Sunday wrote “With total submission to the will … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated foremost Nigerian poet, Odia Ofeimun, on his 70th birthday. The president’s greetings were contained in a statement by his spokesperson, Femi Adesina. Read Mr Adesina’s full statement below: President Muhammadu Buhari joins Nigeria’s vibrant creative community in celebrating renowned poet, author and publisher, Odia Ofeimun, who turns 70 on Monday, … Read more
Youths of Eku community in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State at the weekend, demonstrated rare bravery when they chase away armed herdsmen who were making in-roads into the town. The herders numbering about 20 were armed with crude weapons including daggers and cutlasses. They were said to be fleeing from Jesse town … Read more
Nigeria’s leading airline, Air Peace, has announced measures for protecting its numerous passengers and staff against the spread of Coronavirus. The airline’s Safety Manager, Captain Godfrey Ogbogu, made this known in a statement made available to journalists. Ogbogu stated that all passengers of Air2 Peace would be subjected to a thorough hand sanitisation at the … Read more
The Police in Ondo state says it’s still investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a police officer, Sergeant Saliu Tolulope, who allegedly shot himself and his wife to death last week in Akungba-Akoko, Akoko Southwest local government area of Ondo state. The sad incident was said to have taken place in the presence of … Read more
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has denied any connection with the dethronement of the former Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II and his subsequent banishment to Nassarawa State. Malami revealed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday by Dr Umar Gwandu, Special Assistant on Media and … Read more
Contrary to the information reported by a popular news medium, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says the explosion at Abule Ado, trade fair axis of Lagos state was not caused by a disruption of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) oil pipeline. The clarification was made by Mr Ibrahim Farinloye, Acting Coordinator, Lagos Territorial … Read more
Alhaji Tanko Yakasai, a northern politician and founding member of the Arewa Consultative Forum has revealed reasons for the fate of dethronement that befell former Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, on 9 March 2020. In an interview with Sunday PUNCH, Yakasai said the first reason was that Emir Sanusi believed he held allegiance to the … Read more
Armed men suspected to be cult members have reportedly killed three people and dumped their corpse close to the main gate of the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, Benue State It was gathered that the assailants after hacking the three victims to death set their corpses ablaze. A source explained that the killing may not … Read more
The rerun election into the Magama/Rijau Federal Constituency commenced in a peaceful atmosphere in the two local government areas of Niger State on Saturday. Three parties – the All Progressives Congress (APC), the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) – fielded candidates for the election. There was a large turnout … Read more
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG summary of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Sunday, March 15th, 2020 1. BREAKING: Trump’s Coronavirus Test Out, See Result Ekohotblog reports that United States President, Donald Trump, tested negative to the deadly coronavirus. READ MORE 2. 150 To Undergo Free NCE Training The Ade Adeogun Foundation has signed a Memorandum of … Read more
The Ade Adeogun Foundation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with management of Upland College of Education, Ipesi, for the purpose of training 150 students of Akoko to acquire National Certificate of Education (NCE) at the institution. Upland College of Education, Ipesi, is directly affiliated to Ekiti State University for its degree programmes. Founder of … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday urged Hassan Mohammed Adamu, an Assistant Superintendent of Police and his wife, Shamsiyya Abdullahi Goje, to ensure they make their union work. In a statement by the president’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, the president, who gave the charge in a message to the couple, … Read more
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Saturday, mourned the death of Insp. Ali Gomina. The deceased was an escort rider attached to his office. Gomina died in an auto accident along the Abuja Airport road as he led the vice president’s convoy on Friday. His remains were buried immediately in accordance with Islamic rites. The VP … Read more
Abubakar Ya’u from Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi on Saturday was announced the winner of the Argungu Fishing Festival as he caught the biggest fish weighing 78 kilogramne. As reward, he got N10 million, two new cars and two Hajj seats. The N10 million was given in pieces by different governors, heads of agencies … Read more
Here’s the full list of winners at the just concluded Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) . The anticipated 7th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards might be over but certainly not talks of the glitz and glamour of the red carpet and the surprising wins and snubs. Headlined by seasoned broadcasters Amina Abdi … Read more
BBNaija housemates, Mercy and Mike win the best-dressed category at the ongoing 7th edition of the Africa Movie Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) at the Eko expo hall, Eko Suites, and Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event which started with a red carpet at exactly 4pm saw celebrities looking dashing in their best attires. Ekohotblog understands … Read more