……Murder Of Rev. Lawan Andimi, A Shame On FG President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Samson Ayokunle on Tuesday described the killing of Adamawa State CAN chairman, Rev. Lawan Andimi as gruesome, unfortunate and a shame on the federal government. Recall Andimi was abducted by Boko Haram on January 2 when the … Read more
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has withdrawn licences from 11 centres for charging candidates exorbitant amount in the ongoing 2020 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations registration. Registrar of the board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, made this known at an interactive session with stakeholders in Abuja on Tuesday. The registrar listed some of the centres whose … Read more
Boko Haram insurgents have killed Lawan Andimi, chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Michika local government area of Adamawa state. Ekohotblog recalls Andimi was abducted early January when the insurgents attacked his village. A source who confirmed the incident to newsmen said Andimi was killed by his captors on Monday. Days after … Read more
Alex Okosi has been appointed by YouTube as Managing Director of Emerging Markets in Europe, Middle East and Africa. It was made known through a statement on Tuesday that the appointment takes effect in April 2020. Head of YouTube EMEA, Cécile Frot-Coutaz, said, Alex “brings a wealth of experience in the content industries and has … Read more
The publisher of Eko Hot Blog, Otunba TJ Abass has commended the Nigeria Institute of Journalism’s proactive approach in addressing the sexual harassment charges levied against one of its lecturers According to Otunba Abass: “The setting up of a panel to investigate the allegation and eventual dismissal of the accused lecturer speaks volume about the … Read more
Armed mobile policemen, have taken over Gani Fawehinmi Park in Ojota, Lagos, proposed venue for a protest code-named “Amotekun Solidarity Walk” organised by Yoruba World Congress. The peaceful protest is supposed to take place in all South-West states. Ekohotblog noticed heavy presence of security personnel in major recreation parks. One of the leaders of the … Read more
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Tuesday, January 21st, 2020 1. Sen. Danjuma Says His Endorsement Of Obaseki Personal One of the member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Board of Trustees (BOT), Sen. Daisy Danjuma, has revealed her endorsement of Gov Godwin Obaseki for reelection was personal. READ MORE … Read more
The Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry in Enugu, southeast Nigeria, Rev. Father Ejike Mbaka, says Emeka Ihedioha, the sacked Governor of Imo State, southeast Nigeria, should have visited his ministry to avert the “sack prophecy” he gave concerning him. Ekohotblog had reported earlier that the Supreme court sacked Ihedioha as governor of Imo state and … Read more
……..Sacks Lecturer For Alleged Sexual Assault The publisher of Ekohotblog, Otunba TJ Abass has commended the Nigeria Institute of Journalism’s proactive approach in addressing the sexual harassment charges levied against one of its lecturers “The setting up of the panel to investigate the allegation and eventual dismissal of the accused lecturer speaks volume about the … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with family of renowned businessman, Chief Lekan Are, who passed away on Saturday, urging them to find solace in the good deeds and the good life lived by the departed. The President’s condolence message was conveyed in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, … Read more
The Maiduguri Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commssion (EFCC) on Monday, January 20, 2020, arraigned Aisha Alkali Wakil better known as “Mama Boko Haram”. She was arraigned alongside Tahir Saidu Daura and Prince Lawal Shoyade, before Justice Aisha Kumalia of the Borno State High Court, Maiduguri on an amended five-count charge bordering … Read more
The UK-Africa Investment Summit 2020 in London is aimed at generating new opportunities in Africa for businesses across the UK. During a bilateral discussion on the sidelines, Ghanian President, Nana Akufo-Addo pleaded with President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria to hasten the process of reopening the closed borders because of its side effects on the economy … Read more
An unknown lady has just killed his twin babies after giving birth to them in Portharcourt by throwing them inside the drain in Rukpokwu Town, Elikpowodu Community precisely. Ekohotblog obtained the report via Ogbonda Godfrey Nyemovuchi’ Facebook page. Ogbonda Godfrey Nyemovuchi Who hails from the community shared the photos saying; “This evil act happened in … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari alongside Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor Abiodun Ikpeazu, others are currently at the ongoing inaugural UK-Africa Investment Summit, London. Photos below;
GTBank a multinational financial institution is currently having network issues and customers have taken their frustration to social media, wondering what the problem is. Some users have complained of difficulty in receiving cash, opening the Gtb app, checking their account balance, make transfers and so on. Ekohotblog captured some Twitter reactions, see below: https://twitter.com/oyinbra/status/1219248944133394432?s=19 Mobile … Read more
Ekohotblog earlier reported that the Ibadan zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC arrested 89 suspected internet fraudsters at the popular Club 360 located on the Akala Expressway, Oluyole Extension in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. It’s was gathered that In preparation for the late night operation which took place over the … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Ibadan zonal office, at the weekend, arrested 89 suspected internet fraudsters at the popular Club 360 located on the Akala Expressway, Oluyole Extension in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. In preparation for the late night operation, officers of the commission had carried out series of discreet surveillance on … Read more
Pupils in Primary 4 – 6 on Lagos Island on Monday benefited from a free feeding initiative called ‘Snacks For Thought’, floated by the Lagos State Government led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Ekohotblog understands that the Snacks For Thought initiative is different from the federal government’s feeding program as this targets mostly children in their … Read more
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Monday, January 20th, 2020 1. Update: Three Dead, Buildings Destroyed As Pipeline Explodes In Abule Egba At least three persons have reported died while buildings have been destroyed in the pipeline fire that raged on Sunday in Ekoro/ Ile-Epo axis of Abule-Egba in Lagos. … Read more
The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Lagos State Council Chairman Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya (aka Mc Oluomo) has secured the bail of 17 union members from police custody. Their bail was made easy following their clearance by the Lagos State Police Command after interrogation. The Nation learnt that action would be taken on the … Read more