FG has listed borders for Nigerians fleeing from Ukraine to Poland. It was learnt that Nigerians still in Ukraine will now be evacuated through the nation’s embassy in Poland. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has listed the borders Nigerians fleeing the Ukraine-Russian war can use to access Poland. This is coming … Read more
Russian President, Vladimir Putin, in the early hours of Thursday, ordered an invasion of Ukraine Today marks the third day of the invasion where according to the Ukrainian Health Minister, 198 civilians including three children have been confirmed dead EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian government has called on Russian troops to ‘pull back’ … Read more
As the Russian-Ukraine war enters its third day, 27 nations have pledged to support Ukraine. These nations including the United States and the United Kingdom, have promised to send weapons, medical supplies, and other military aid to the Ukrainian forces. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the assistance includes lethal aid, like ammunition, anti-tank weapons and … Read more
Ukrainian forces have blew up bridges leading into Kyiv in an effort to prevent Russian troops from infiltrating the capital. A convoy with six battle tanks and other military vehicles reached the Tapa military base in an attempt to impede Russia from entering the city. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ukraine’s Minister of Health Oleh … Read more
Putin had ordered Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in the early hours of Thursday after weeks of laying seige on its borders The Russian leader had been slammed with several sanctions by the West after the invasion EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Kingdom government on Friday ordered all assets of President Vladimir Putin and … Read more
Putin announced the start of a military operation against Ukraine in the early hours of Thursday The West has imposed a barrage of international sanctions on Moscow in response EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kremlin on Friday said President Vladimir Putin was ready to send a delegation to Belarus for talks with Ukraine, as … Read more
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel said there are so many uncertainties around the situation of the club following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The Russian billionaire owner Roman Abramovich and a Labour MP said that the UK government should seize his assets. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Thomas Tuchel was speaking prior to his side’s Carabao Cup … Read more
Minister of Foreign Affair, Geoffrey Onyeama has ‘run away’ after being asked to comment on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. He simply laughed and walked away from the newsmen. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyema, has refused to comment on the Federal Government’s stand on the Russia-Ukraine crisis. It … Read more
Russian troops are now in northern district of Kyiv, the Ukrainian Capital The government calls on citizens to make Molotov cocktails and defend the city EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russian forces have entered into Kyiv, the Ukrainian Capital. Ukrainian government officials on Friday revealed that Russian troops were in the northern district of Kyiv. … Read more
Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant is located about 130 km (80 miles) north of the capital, Kyiv It could provide a path into the city for the invading Russian forces EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russian military forces have seized control of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. Presidential adviser Mykhailo Podoliak said the “totally pointless attack” … Read more
Zelensky has banned males between the ages of 18- 60 from fleeing the country following invasion from Russia,” Ukraine’s State border guard service (DPSA) reported. The ban will be in place for the duration of martial law, which was imposed by President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday morning after Russia attacked Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Invading Russian troops pressed deep into the Ukrainian capital as deadly battles reached the outskirts of Kyiv. With explosions heard in the capital early hours of Friday that the besieged government described as “horrific rocket strikes”. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the blasts in Kyiv set off the second day of violence after Russian President … Read more
Russian police detained more than 1,700 people at anti-war protests across dozens of cities Putin ordered an air and ground assault on Ukraine in the early hours of Thursday EKO HOT BLOG reports that President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that invading Russian forces are targeting civilian areas, praising his countrymen for their “heroism” … Read more
Mapping and tracking Russian invasion of Ukraine See where Russia’s forces are moving within Ukraine’s borders and check back for the latest visual explanations and annotated maps. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began Thursday morning with attacks by land, sea and air in what was immediately the largest military assault by one … Read more
There are reports on Friday of explosions and an aircraft shot down over Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital Thousands of Ukrainians are fleeing cities on the frontline, heading west to quieter areas EKO HOT BLOG reports that US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said he is “convinced” that Russian president Vladimir Putin will try to overthrow … Read more
UEFA President Aleksander Caferin has called for an ‘extraordinary meeting’ of the Executive Committee due to the ongoing crisis between Russia and Ukraine. UEFA will move the Champions League final from Russian city, St Petersburg on Friday because of the escalating situation in Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the final was due to take … Read more
Russia had launched military operations in Ukraine on Thursday Explosions were heard across the country with many residents scampering for safety EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government is planning a special flight operation to evacuate Nigerians from Ukraine amid the escalating crisis in the country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced this in … Read more
There have been reports of missile strikes and explosions near major Ukrainian cities People have been trying to flee the capital Kyiv EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia, on Thursday, launched a military assault on neighbouring Ukraine after several weeks of laying seige on its border. The UK, EU and other Western allies have vowed … Read more
The House of Representatives has ordered the immediate evacuation of helpless and stranded Nigerians in Ukraine. This is coming shortly after the Russian President warned that any attempt to interfere in the ongoing feud will lead to serious consequences. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vladimir Putin announced on Thursday a military operation in Ukraine with … Read more
Nigerian clergyman based in Ukraine, Dr Sunday Adelaja has cried out and begged for prayers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Nigerian clergyman based in Ukraine who doubles as the Founder and Senior Pastor of the Embassy of the Blessed Kingdom of God for All Nations, the largest christian denomination in Kyiv, Dr Sunday Adelaja, … Read more