Hosts Ghana lifted the inaugural WAFU B U17 Girls’ Cup on Sunday, but only after a 5-4 penalty shootout defeat of resilient Nigeria at the Ghanaian Centre of Excellence in Prampram, outside Accra. Minutes after both countries’s senior home-based professionals could not find the net in an African Nations Championship qualifier scores of kilometres away … Read more
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed the Force Criminal Investigations Department (FCID) to immediately take over the investigation into the death of Jimoh Abdulqaudri, who died while in police detention in Kwara State. Egbetokun, who visited the family of the deceased on Sunday, described Abdulqaudri’s death as an unfortunate incident and … Read more
Minister Idris urges politicians not to politicize recent stampedes linked to reforms. He emphasizes the need for proper crowd management during charitable events. Idris calls for collaboration with police and NEMA to prevent future tragedies. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on politicians to refrain from politicizing the recent … Read more
Reports suggest that notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has established a new operational base in Sokoto State. Naija News gathered that the camp is located in the Indaduwa Forest, approximately three kilometers northwest of Bula village, near the borders of Gundumi, Galadi, Maradun, and Raba. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Zagazola Makama, a renowned counterterrorism … Read more
At the grand celebration of Epe Club’s golden jubilee, Hon. Abiodun Tobun, representing Epe Constituency I at the Lagos State House of Assembly, delivered an uplifting message of hope and resilience. Ekohotblog reports that in an exclusive interview, Hon. Tobun encouraged the people of Epe and beyond to remain steadfast, reminding them that challenges are … Read more
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has announced that petrol will be sold at ₦935 per litre across the country starting Monday, December 23. The announcement was made by the IPMAN National President, Alhaji Maigandi Garima, during a press interaction on Sunday. Garima confirmed that fuel stations nationwide would adopt the new pricing … Read more
The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has suggested a potential increase in the N15 trillion budget for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to accommodate additional features aimed at enhancing the project’s socio-economic value. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the minister disclosed this during an inspection of Sections I and II of the highway at its Lagos … Read more
The Lagos State Government has urged show promoters, NGOs, corporate organizations, and private individuals to prioritize crowd management when organizing events to prevent stampedes. This call was made by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotosho, during a press conference on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of … Read more
Hon. Shima Ayati, a former Special Assistant to the President during Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s tenure, has passed away after a brief illness in Makurdi, the Benue State capital. Ayati, known as a grassroots politician and author, served closely with Atiku during the Obasanjo administration for two terms. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support … Read more
The Founder of Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, has been named the 2024 winner of the Best Nigerian Patriot Award. The announcement comes after a human rights activist and lawyer, Dele Farotimi, was accused of defaming the nonagenarian in his book, ‘Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System.’ The award was confirmed in … Read more
The former Director-General of Peter Obi’s Presidential Campaign Organisation, Doyin Okupe, has attributed the wave of defections from the Labour Party (LP) to its failure to establish a sustainable structure following the 2023 elections. This statement comes in the wake of the defection of six LP lawmakers to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in … Read more
Ogun Police Arrest Suspected Ritualist with Human Remains The Ogun State Police have arrested Taiwo Yemitan, a 45-year-old man suspected of being involved in ritual killings, after he was found with a fresh human head and body parts in Abeokuta. The police made the arrest early Sunday morning in the Lafenwa area, following a tip-off … Read more
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has confirmed that the pump price of petrol will drop to ₦935 per litre nationwide starting Monday. This announcement was made by IPMAN’s National President, Alhaji Maigandi Garima, on Sunday in Abuja. He commended Dangote Refinery for facilitating the new pricing structure aimed at reducing transportation … Read more
CAN Mourns Lives Lost in Abuja Stampede, Calls for Unity and Safety The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, on Saturday morning. The incident occurred during a food distribution event, leaving at least ten people dead, including children, and … Read more
Russia announced on Sunday that its forces had taken control of two villages in eastern Ukraine as part of its ongoing military campaign. The Russian defense ministry stated on Telegram that its troops had seized Lozova in Kharkiv and Krasnoye, known in Ukraine as Sontsivka. Krasnoye lies near Kurakhove, a key resource area that Russia … Read more
The Federal Government has lifted the ban on mining activities in Zamfara State, five years after its implementation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, made the announcement during a press briefing. His spokesperson, Segun Tomori, released a statement on Sunday highlighting the rationale behind the decision. “The Federal … Read more
Pope Francis Condemns Gaza Strikes as “Cruel” Pope Francis, during his Sunday Angelus prayer, condemned the ongoing Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, describing them as “cruel” and highlighting the suffering of children, schools, and hospitals. This marks the second time in two days he has spoken out strongly against the violence. “With a heavy heart, I … Read more
The founder of the Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church (SPAC Nation), Tobi Adegboyega, has expressed confidence that his influence in Nigeria would surpass that in the UK, despite facing deportation from the country. Adegboyega made this assertion after the UK Immigration Upper Tribunal approved his deportation over an alleged £1.87 million fraud charge, which he has … Read more
Putin Vows Retaliation After Drone Attack Hits Russian City Russian President Vladimir Putin has promised stronger military actions against Ukraine after a drone strike targeted the city of Kazan on Saturday, damaging a luxury apartment building but causing no reported injuries. The attack marked a significant escalation, with Kazan located about 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) … Read more
The Special Adviser on Public Communication and Orientation to President Bola Tinubu, Sunday Dare, has addressed mounting concerns over the delay in appointing ambassadors to Nigeria’s 109 missions, 76 embassies, 22 high commissions, and 11 consulates globally. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Speaking in an interview with Premium Times, Dare clarified that the President is taking … Read more