Eko Hot Blog reports that in a moment that will forever be etched in the annals of African sports history, Nigeria’s Mausi Zannu has secured the nation’s first-ever gold medal in the arm wrestling competition at the 13th African Games. Competing in the fiercely contested 55kg left-hand senior women’s event, Zannu displayed exceptional skill, strength, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Napoli have disclosed that Victor Osimhen trained individually on Friday due to a muscle injury sustained in Tuesday’s Champions League match against Barcelona, indicating he is likely to sit out of their next game against Inter Milan. Editor’s Pick Insecurity: Sack Non-Performing Security Chiefs – APC Leaders Tells Tinubu Budget … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that on Friday, the triumphant Nigerian Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) champions from the 2023 African Games in Ghana were celebrated by the management of the Lagos Continental Hotel for their impressive performance and medal achievements at the tournament. Editor’s Pick President Tinubu Appoints New NEMA DG Sanwo-Olu, Kogi Gov Mourn Olubadan … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Alessandro Del Piero, the Italian legend, has come to the defense of Victor Osimhen following criticism from Fabio Capello and the Italian media after Napoli’s 3-1 loss to Barcelona on Tuesday. Editor’s Pick FG Launches Vocational Training Program, Offers N500,000 Grants For Prisoners Details Of FEC Meeting Presided By Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that after sixth day of the ongoing African Games in Ghana, Team Nigeria maintains the second position on the medal table. Nigeria holds the second position on the medals table with a total of 54 medals, including 22 gold, 13 silver, and 19 bronze. Egypt leads the table with 103 medals, … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that Negotiations between the United States and South Korea regarding the cost-sharing for American troops stationed in South Korea are progressing smoothly, according to a senior Biden administration official. While the talks are ahead of schedule, there isn’t necessarily a strict deadline looming before the November U.S. election. Editor’s Picks: BREAKING: … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian star Quadri Aruna has maintained his status as the highest-ranked African player in the world, occupying the 11th position in the latest International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) rankings released on Tuesday. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of Block In Nigeria As … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s Female Yellow Greens will go head-to-head against 18th-ranked Uganda in the third-place match of the women’s cricket event at the ongoing African Games in Ghana on Wednesday (today) at the Achimota Cricket Oval in Accra. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Barcelona endured a tense second half to emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over Napoli on Tuesday, securing their spot in the Champions League quarter-finals with a 4-2 aggregate score. Editor’s Pick Sanwo-Olu Provides Assurance Of Further Developments For Lekki Deep Sea Port SERAP Sues Nigerian Senate Over ‘Unlawful’ Suspension … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) referee Nuru Abdullahi is facing criticism for his absurd method of using a broadcast replay to award a goal to Enyimba in their 1-0 win over Doma United on Sunday. Enyimba scored in the 88th minute through striker Chijioke Mbaoma, but Abdullahi initially ruled it … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Female Yellow Greens are determined to make a strong comeback, vying for the bronze medal in the women’s cricket event at the ongoing African Games in Ghana. They will face Uganda in the third-place match at the Achimota Cricket Oval on Wednesday. Editor’s Pick Buhari Rates Tinubu’s Perfomance ‘One … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Xavi Hernandez has cautioned Barcelona players to remain vigilant against the formidable threat of striker Victor Osimhen in the upcoming UEFA Champions League round of 16 second-leg clash with Napoli on Tuesday. Editor’s Pick US Boosts Support For Haiti’s Security Amidst Escalating Crisis Explosion Victims In Ibadan Cry Neglect, Government … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella was on the score sheet as Bayer Leverkusen defeated Wolfsburg 2-0 in Sunday’s Bundesliga, to maintain their 10 points lead over Bayern Munich on the league table. Editor’s Pick Presidency Denies Budget Padding Allegations, Senate To Meet Over Claims FG Reveals Herbal Medicines For Diabetes, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Real Madrid regained their seven-point lead at the top of the La Liga table on Sunday with a comfortable 4-0 home win over struggling Celta Vigo, benefiting from two own goals in the process. Vinicius Junior gave Madrid the lead midway through the first half at the Santiago Bernabeu by … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that German FA (DFB) managing director, Andreas Rettig has debunked reports that the federation is considering appointing Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp as the country’s head coach this summer. Jurgen Klopp stunned most football enthusiasts across the world when he announced that he had decided to leave Liverpool at the end of the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Sunshine Stars have achieved a remarkable feat in the ongoing Nigeria Premier Football League season, securing back-to-back home victories for the first time. Their latest triumph came in the form of a 3-1 win over Plateau United during a match-day 24 encounter in Akure on Saturday. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi etched his name into the Premier League record books on Saturday after scoring a late consolation goal for Fulham in their 2-1 loss away at the Molineux Stadium against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of Block … Read more
Eko Hot Block reports that Anthony Joshua pocketed a massive $50 million (N79 billion) for his second-round knockout victory over Cameroonian boxer Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia. While his initial purse was $40 million (N63.7 billion), he received an additional $10 million (N15.9 billion) for winning by knockout. Ngannou, on the other hand, earned $20 … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), Lekan Fatodu, has called for mass participation in sports, particularly archery, a discipline that demands determination and dedication. Fatodu made this call recently during an Archery Demonstration held at Zen Archery, Ilupeju, as part of the preparations for the upcoming two-day … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) faces a crucial task of finding a new head coach for the Super Eagles following Jose Peseiro’s decision not to extend his contract after the team’s impressive silver medal finish at the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). As the search for Peseiro’s successor intensifies, … Read more