Supporting the families of fallen heroes is a way of recognising their sacrifices, says Sanwo-Olu. Emir Sanusi Lamido pays tribute to fallen soldiers. Imam Hakeem Kosoko emphasizes on the need for peaceful coexistence. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has called on Nigerians to consistently show support and … Read more
A female soldier accused a Brigadier General and a Colonel of sexual harassment. The accusations have spurred fierce criticisms on social media. The Nigerian Army says it is investigating the claims against the senior officers. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army has reacted to accusations of sexual harassment by a female soldier, Ruth … Read more
Nigerians reacted angrily to the torturing of a man by soldiers in Port Harcourt. Lt.-Col. Danjuma Danjuma says that the army frowns at any form of infraction by its personnel. Maj.-Gen. Jamaal Abdulsalam, directs a full-scale investigation to be conducted immediately. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Army, on Wednesday confirmed the arrest … Read more
Sanwo-Olu hails Otedola’s donation as the largest by an individual. Sanwo-Olu says there’s no limit to security donations to the state. Otedola commends Sanwo-Olu for keeping Lagos safe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, commended renowned philanthropist Mr Femi Otedola for his N1b donation for Lagos … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says it has arrested three bloggers; Adebukola Kolapo, Nnedum Somtomchukwu, and Isaac Akpokighe, a Lagos resident, for allegedly operating the controversial blog site, GistLover. The Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, disclosed the development on Friday while parading the suspects. The police accused them of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that has Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the implementation of the upgraded electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR), an information system aimed at enhancing the safety and security of all Nigerians. The Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, made the confirmation in a statement on Sunday. He said the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army has accepted responsibility launching air strikes at a village in Kaduna State, leaving scores of civilians dead as part of a protracted operation targeting armed bandits along the country’s northwestern flank. The Kaduna State Government made the disclosure on Monday. Many residents of Tundun Biri village in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that CP Tunji Disu has assumed office as the Commissioner of Police in charge of the Rivers State Police Command. He assumed office on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, exactly a week after Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun appointed him to the role. The IGP said Disu, who was his Principal … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army says troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) have successfully uncovered and dismantled an illegal weapon manufacturing factory in Vom, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The Nigerian Army announced the development in a statement on Saturday, describing it as a major breakthrough. “The operation which was … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a lawyer, Douglas Ogbankwa, who was allegedly beaten and detained by officers of the Department of State Services for refusing to allow them to take his client’s statement in his absence shares his experience: Here are the questions followed by the lawyer’s responses: One of your colleagues made a post … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has directed immediate investigation into the claims of poor feeding of troops at the frontline in the North East Theatre of operations. The Director, Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, made the disclosure in a statement on Tuesday. Nwachukwu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the family of Pastor Adeniyi Adisa, a chartered accountant, has demanded justice over the murder of their father, whom they alleged died in the hands of some youths and the police in Ogun State. The father of five was kidnapped on June 24 as he returned from a visit to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Sokoto State Police Command has banned any form of procession before and after the governorship election tribunal judgment in the state scheduled to be delivered today (Saturday). The Police commissioner in Sokoto, Ali Kaigama, made the procession ban known in a statement released on Friday by the command’s spokesman, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, are now highly unsettled following widespread insecurity around the city centre and some outskirts, characterized by frequent and indiscriminate robbing and abduction of motorists and commuters. The ugly situation is stalling nightlife in the bubbling city as the country prepares to celebrate … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen has kidnapped the Benue state Commissioner of Information, Culture and Tourism, Matthew Abo. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun Records Cholera Outbreak, Warns Residents Mohbad’s Mother Insists Son Was Killed, Says He Lived In Fear After Meeting Naira Marley Umahi Reveals How Tinubu’s Administration Inherited N14 Trillion Road Project The Chief Press … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The US Department of State has advised Americans to reconsider travelling to Nigeria “due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed gangs.” Following its travel advisory update done on Wednesday, the US noted that some areas “have increased risk”. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun Records Cholera Outbreak, Warns Residents Mohbad’s Mother … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has summoned an emergency security meeting following the recent abduction of students of the Federal University Gusau. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun Records Cholera Outbreak, Warns Residents Mohbad’s Mother Insists Son Was Killed, Says He Lived In Fear After Meeting Naira Marley Umahi Reveals How Tinubu’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has confirmed the completion of the autopsy for the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as MohBad. This announcement was made by the NPF on its official platform on Thursday night. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun Records Cholera Outbreak, Warns Residents Mohbad’s Mother Insists Son Was Killed, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that political activist, Japhet Omojuwa, has debunked the report that Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, gave N15 million to the family of late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as MohBad. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun Records Cholera Outbreak, Warns Residents Mohbad’s Mother Insists Son Was Killed, Says He Lived In … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The police in Lagos have completed the exhumation of the corpse of MohBad, the late Nigerian singer. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun Records Cholera Outbreak, Warns Residents Mohbad’s Mother Insists Son Was Killed, Says He Lived In Fear After Meeting Naira Marley Umahi Reveals How Tinubu’s Administration Inherited N14 Trillion Road Projec … Read more