The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced the dismantling of a major cybercrime syndicate in Lagos, leading to the arrest of 792 suspects. Among those arrested were 193 foreign nationals, including 148 Chinese, 40 Filipinos, two Kazakhs, one Pakistani, and one Indonesian. Speaking to the press on behalf of the EFCC chairman, the … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump is meeting with TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew as the social media company battles efforts to have the app banned in the United States. Trump was scheduled to meet Chew at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida on Monday, according to CBS News, citing sources familiar with the meeting. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP … Read more
A New York judge has upheld Donald Trump’s hush money conviction, rejecting the president-elect’s argument that the case should be dismissed following a landmark immunity ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court. In July, the Supreme Court ruled that presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution for actions taken in their official capacity while in office. … Read more
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has commended Festus Adebayo, Executive Director of the Housing Development Advocacy Network (HDAN), for his dedication to promoting affordable housing in Africa. Dangiwa praised Adebayo’s impactful work during the Africa Housing Awards 2024, held in Abuja. Dangiwa highlighted that initiatives like the Africa Housing Awards … Read more
The Policy and Legal Advocacy Center, PLAC, has explained why President Bola Tinubu must overhaul the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, before the 2027 general elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that PLAC is a member of the Steering Committee of a coalition of 70 Civil Society Organizations, CSOs, working in support of credible and transparent … Read more
A student opened fire at a private Christian school in Wisconsin, leaving six people injured and causing the deaths of a teacher and a teenage student. Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes identified the shooter on Monday night as a 15-year-old female student from Abundant Life Christian School. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat … Read more
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, has said that the N13 trillion deficit in the N48 trillion 2025 budget would be financed through borrowing. The minister said this while briefing State House Correspondents on Monday after the Federal Executive Council, FEC, meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. EKO HOT … Read more
The Naira appreciated against the dollar at the official market to kick off the week on a good note despite the rise in Nigeria’s November inflation rate. This is the case as FMDQ data showed that the Naira strengthened to N1545.10 per dollar on Monday from N1549.50. This showed that the Naira gained N4.6 against … Read more
The Police Service Commission has approved the promotion of 27 senior Police Officers comprising of 11 Commissioners of Police to the next rank of Assistant Inspectors General of Police and 16 Deputy Commissioners of Police to the substantive rank of Commissioners of Police. Ikechukwu Ani, Head, Press and Public Relations in a statement said the … Read more
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) experienced a 13.83% year-on-year revenue growth in the third quarter of 2024, with total earnings of N1.70bn. Ekohotblog reports that this increase can be attributed to a surge in passenger numbers and freight services, as reported by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). EDITOR’S PICKS LAWMA Trains Staff of EKSWAMA … Read more
Ademola Lookman has achieved a remarkable milestone in his football career by clinching the prestigious CAF African Player of the Year award. The announcement was made during the 2024 CAF Awards ceremony held in Marrakech, Morocco, on Monday night EKOHOTBLOG can exclusively report. This victory marks a significant moment for Nigerian football, as Lookman succeeds … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of eight new permanent secretaries to address vacancies and strengthen the federal civil service. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun Orders Major Shake-Up, Deploys New AIG … Read more
Yoruba diaspora organization, under the aegis of the Yoruba One Voice (YOV) has cautioned those attacking the leader of the British conservative, Kemi Badenock, to desist from act that can affect the image of Nigeria. A statement by the General Secretary, Prince Adedokun Ademiluyi, YOV frowned at the nature of the attacks coming from every … Read more
…..Flying Eagles, 11 others to participate in tourney The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced Côte d’Ivoire as the host country for the 2025 U-20 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). This decision, made on Monday afternoon during a meeting held in Marrakech, Morocco, ends months of speculation regarding the venue for the prestigious … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, reiterated his administration’s dedication to the development of every part of the state, in line with his seven-point policy document, during the commissioning of the Babafemi Dada bridge and the Yinka Folarin, Jamiu Lawal, and Shalom Academy network of roads in the Alimosho Local Government Area on Monday. … Read more
President of Okemagba Development Association (ODA), Otunba Felix Awolaja revealed the association’s agenda, focused on supporting the less privileged members of the society at the ODA’s first presidential Gala. The association held its maiden Presidential Gala on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at Okemagba House, Eredo, to celebrate its years of service and commitment to community … Read more
The Federal Government has announced a free train ride initiative for Nigerians traveling during the Christmas and New Year festivities. The announcement was made on Monday by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a press briefing following the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting. According to the Minister, the free train services … Read more
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has urged parents of children battling drug addiction to seek help at its nearest rehabilitation centres. NDLEA Commander for Idiroko Special Area Command, Olusegun Adeyeye, made this appeal in Ota, Ogun, while speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday. Adeyeye stressed the importance of addressing … Read more
Prince Saheed Adedeji Adenusi was installed as the Jagun Oba of Epe land by the Oloja of Epe land, His Royal Majesty Oba Kamorudeen Ishola Animashaun, on Friday. The official installation and conferment ceremony took place at the Oloja of Epe’s palace, with due traditional procedures officiating the Jagun Oba title. EDITOR’S PICKS: BREAKING: FG … Read more
A 25-year-old woman, Victoria Thomas Bowen, avoided jail after admitting to throwing a milkshake at Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, during the general election campaign on June 4. The incident occurred in Clacton as Farage left a pub. Bowen was sentenced to a 13-week jail term, suspended for 12 months, meaning she won’t go … Read more