The People’s Redemption Party, PRP, has extended its condolences to the families and communities of the victims of the tragic stampedes that took place during funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State, as well as in Abuja and Anambra during food distribution events. This was contained in a statement by the Acting National Publicity Secretary of the … Read more
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has expressed outrage over the loss of more than 105 lives in stampedes during food and cash distribution events in Nigeria, blaming the tragedies on “poverty-induced neoliberal economic policies” and “criminal negligence.” In a statement released on Sunday, Falana, who chairs the Alliance on Surviving COVID-19 and Beyond ASCAB, … Read more
The estranged wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Naomi Silekunola, reportedly collapsed in police custody following her arrest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Naomi was detained after a tragic stampede at a free funfair she organized for children in Ibadan, which claimed the lives of 40 people. In a Facebook post, … Read more
The death toll from the stampede in Anambra State has risen to 22. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, who revealed this on Sunday, said the police have commenced an investigation into the incident. He added that those who sustained injuries are receiving medical treatment. “The commissioner of police, Nnaghe Obono Itam, visited … Read more
USYk Vs Fury all important Rematch USYk inflicted second loss on Fury Fury lost bases on Judges’ unanimous decision Oleksandr Usyk retained his unified heavyweight world titles, defeating Tyson Fury by unanimous decision in their highly anticipated rematch in Saudi Arabia. The 37-year-old Ukrainian proved his mettle once more at Riyadh’s Kingdom Arena, outboxing Fury … Read more
Pakistan has sentenced 25 civilians to prison for their involvement in attacks on military facilities following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in 2023. The military’s public relations wing confirmed the sentencing on Saturday, thus revealing that a military court had handed down sentences ranging from two to 10 years of “rigorous imprisonment,” … Read more
Rice, a staple for Christmas celebrations in Nigeria, has become a luxury this year. Soaring food prices have made the traditional dish of jollof rice and chicken increasingly out of reach for many families, who are now carefully reconsidering their plans for the upcoming holiday season. To understand the cause, it’s important to note that … Read more
The Federal Government will launch 60 free buses for interstate travel this season. The buses will serve routes like Abuja, Lagos, Ibadan, and Abeokuta. The initiative is part of a free transportation program for the holiday season. The Federal Government is set to launch 60 buses as part of its free transportation initiative under the … Read more
An American fighter jet was shot down over the Red Sea in a suspected “friendly fire” incident, according to the US military. The crew of the US Navy F/A-18 Hornet successfully ejected, with one crew member sustaining only minor injuries, US Central Command reported. The incident followed a series of US airstrikes targeting missile storage … Read more
Barely days to Christmas and New Year, Christians in northern Nigeria express fear over potential terror attacks, dampening festive plans. Recent violent incidents, including bomb explosions in Niger, Zamfara, and Borno states, have heightened security concerns, with communities appealing for government intervention. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of Fallen Heroes … Read more
Albania’s Prime Minister, Edi Rama, has announced plans to block TikTok for one year, following the tragic killing of a schoolboy last month, which raised concerns about the impact of social media on children. The proposed ban will begin in January. TikTok responded, stating that it is seeking urgent clarification from the Albanian government about … Read more
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has mourned the victims of stampedes during food distributions in Anambra and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. In a post via his official X handle, Atiku called for better crowd management during large-scale events. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that many persons lost their lives while others are still nursing injuries … Read more
FG budgets ₦6.36bn to renovate Tinubu and Shettima’s residences. ₦1.83bn allocated for converting EFCC-forfeited properties to State House quarters. Presidential Villa maintenance will cost ₦5.49bn in the 2025 budget. The Federal Government has earmarked a staggering ₦6.36bn for the renovation and rehabilitation of residential quarters for President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and their … Read more
A fire has engulfed the Yar-Dole motorcycle market in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, as firefighters battle to curb the inferno. It was gathered that the fire which broke out on Saturday evening, left traders and residents in shock as several shops and stalls burned uncontrollably. According to eyewitnesses, the fire, whose cause could not … Read more
The Nigerian downstream petroleum sector is witnessing heightened competition as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Refinery have both slashed the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to ₦899 per litre. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of Fallen Heroes Current Cement Prices: … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has mandated government hospitals to provide free treatment to the people that sustained injuries during a stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja. This was contained in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Mr Lere … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Mark Burnett, the British TV executive who produced The Apprentice, as his special envoy to the UK. Trump expressed his “great honour” in selecting Burnett for the position, which is distinct from the US ambassador role. The president-elect stated that Burnett would focus on enhancing diplomatic ties, particularly in … Read more
Anambra State Government has mourned the tragic loss of lives in the stampede that occurred during a rice-sharing event in Okija town in Ihiala Local Government Area of the state on Saturday. While expressing his sympathy, the state Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, extended his condolences to the families of the deceased, particularly the women, the … Read more
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of US President-elect Donald Trump, has announced she will no longer pursue a Senate seat. This comes after she stepped down as co-chairwoman of the Republican National Committee (RNC) earlier this month, sparking speculation she might replace Florida Senator Marco Rubio, whom Trump nominated for Secretary of State. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP … Read more
The Federal Government of Nigeria has dismissed reports alleging that the Lakurawa terrorist group, purportedly aided by foreign security forces, including Nigerian personnel, was responsible for the attack on the Niger-Benin oil pipeline on December 13, 2024, in Gaya, Dosso Region of the Niger Republic. In a statement issued on Saturday by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, … Read more