Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo state has offered automatic employment to the daughter of a former Chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC, Edo State Chapter, late Comrade Anthony Kaduna Ebiogbodin, who died recently. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Ebiogbodin slumped and died during a scuffle with policemen in Benin City. The governor announces the … Read more
As the global fight against COVID-19 continues, the emergence of new variants poses ongoing challenges. The latest strain, XEC, has raised international concerns due to its potential impact on public health. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The World Health Organization … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has described the expulsion of the House of Representative member from Ideato North/Ideato South Federal Constituency of Imo State, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, as null and void. PDP National Working Committee, NWC, said Ugochinyere’s expulsion by his Ward chapter of the party was of no effect. The PDP Umuopia/Umukegwu Ward chapter … Read more
Bandits have reportedly murdered eight people, abducted scores, and seriously injured others after laying siege to the Kankara Local Area of Katsina on Friday and Saturday. A source said that the bandits launched a fierce attack on several communities in Kankara Local Government Area, leading the villagers fleeing their homes due to fear. “Earlier this … Read more
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, says it will sanction errant airlines for delaying flights unnecessarily, urging aviation passengers to be more informed about their challenges while travelling via airports. Head of Consumer Protection, NCAA , Michael Achimugu, stated this on Saturday during a road walk in Port Harcourt, Rivers state capital. According to him, this … Read more
Concerns are rising in Anambra State following the disappearance of Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala, Retired Archbishop of the Niger Province and Bishop of Nnewi. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the Archbishop was last seen on Friday when he set out on a journey to Umuchu, a community in the state. Since then, neither he … Read more
The Federal Government has released the final list of successful candidates for recruitment into the Federal Fire Service (FFS), according to a statement by Ja’afaru Ahmed, Secretary of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), on Saturday. Ahmed announced that candidates could check their recruitment status on the board’s portal, cdcfib.career, starting … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has expressed optimism about the ongoing transformative changes in Nigeria, particularly in the areas of security and economic development. 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
Louise Hollis, recognized by the Guinness World Records for having the longest toenails, has passed away at the age of 86. Her daughter, Dana, confirmed the news to Guinness World Records and shared it on Facebook, thanking fans for their love and support over the years. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant … Read more
The Federal Ministry of Health has assured Nigerians that there is no evidence of the newly detected COVID-19 variant, XEC, in the country. This clarification was made in a press release issued on December 6, 2024, by Alaba Balogun, Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations, in response to concerns over misinformation circulating on social … Read more
Controversial Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has has said that many states now enjoy 22-hours of electricity, crediting the improved power supply across the country to the government of President Bola Tinubu. Edochie who has not hidden his support for Tinubu has continued on that path despite attracting the ire of most netizens when he’s at … Read more
The cryptocurrency market continues to present lucrative opportunities for investors, with December offering a prime window to acquire promising assets at competitive rates. 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 … Read more
France on Saturday assured the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) of increased support and collaboration in the fight against drug trafficking and abuse. The French Police Delegate in Nigeria, Mr. Phillipe Crespo, alongside Messrs. Phillipe Barrau, Tony Albaladejo, and Cedric Hocquette, assured support during a courtesy visit to the NDLEA in Abuja. Speaking during … Read more
The The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said that Nigeria’s tax system is long overdue for reforms. Idris stated this at the national discourse organised by the Kaduna Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, on Saturday in Kaduna State. Idris emphasized the role of public relations in bridging the … Read more
The federal government has directed all the chief medical directors and medical directors of tertiary hospitals to immediately activate alert systems throughout the hospitals for a high index of suspicion in patients with COVID-like symptoms. This followed the circulation of the newly detected XEC COVID-19 variant in 29 countries globally. A circular with reference number … Read more
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, has assured Nigerians that the company’s recruitment process will be transparent, inclusive, and fair. Addressing job applicants at the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society Centenary Resource Centre in Maitama, Abuja, on Saturday, Kyari reaffirmed the company’s commitment to a merit-based employment process. EDITOR’S … Read more
General Hospital, Lagos Island, accepted a donation of medical equipment, edibles, fabrics, and other basic needs for the hospital ward from members of the Gales Club on Thursday, December 5, 2024, as part of their annual outreach to health facilities in Lagos. The coordinated Gales Club, consisting of retired and registered nurses, was received and … Read more
Ghana’s elections on Saturday, with vice president and former central banker Mahamudu Bawumia and opposition, ex-president John Mahama facing off in a closely contested race. Voters will choose a successor to President Nana Akufo-Addo, who steps down after his legally allowed two terms, and will also elect the country’s new parliament. With a history of … Read more
Members of the Gales Club of Class 9A stormed General Hospital Odan, Lagos Island, to donate medical equipment and utility items to the staff and patients in Ward A1. The Gales Club was established by the student members of Class 9A of the 1989 set of Lagos State School of Nursing, situated along Awolowo Way, … Read more
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services on Friday evening rescued a female adult from a chemical-induced inferno. According to a statement from the agency’s director, Margaret Adeseye, the fire broke out following the explosion of multiple kegs containing an unknown chemical, which were stored unsafely in an open, fenced land. The explosion was likely … Read more