Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has commended Super Eagles striker David Okereke for achieving a unique milestone by becoming the first player to score against three different teams under Mourinho’s management. Okereke found the net with a first-half equalizer during Gaziantep’s 3-1 defeat at the Ulker Stadium Sukru Saracoglu on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has explained why it withheld the identity of the owner of seized estate landed property with 753 units duplexes in Abuja. In a statement by its Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, on Tuesday in Abuja, the EFCC said it would be unprofessional to mention names of individuals whose identities were … Read more
Ruud van Nistelrooy’s Leicester City side endured nervy moments against West Ham, but their 3-1 victory on Tuesday has already reignited hope among Foxes fans. Appointed on Friday to replace Steve Cooper, who was dismissed after just 12 Premier League matches, van Nistelrooy wasted no time in delivering results. The Dutchman witnessed Leicester’s 4-1 defeat … Read more
In a devastating blow to women’s education, Taliban authorities have reportedly barred women from attending nursing and midwifery courses, further tightening restrictions branded as “gender apartheid” by the United Nations. Senior employees at health education institutions revealed the decision was communicated in meetings held by health officials. “There is no official letter, but we were … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed a fire outbreak at its office in the Ika North East Local Government Area of Delta State, attributed to a sudden power surge. In a statement released on Tuesday, December 3, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, disclosed that … Read more
A devastating fire broke out on Tuesday in the Ita Amodu area of Ilorin, Kwara State, causing extensive damage to property. Eko Hot Blog reports that the fire, which reportedly began around 10 am at the Ile Bilewu, Alabi-Owo Junction, was triggered by a collision between a truck loaded with mattresses and a high-tension power … Read more
President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa, has announced a new visa policy for Nigerians, saying investors and tourists could apply for a visa without submitting passport. The South African President revealed this on Tuesday at the opening of the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Cape Town, which President Bola Tinubu … Read more
Suspected internet fraudsters have allegedly shot a collaborator over a disagreement arising from the sharing of N94 million proceeds from an online scam. The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday at Okhoro road in Egor Local Government of Edo. The victim was said to have been driving in his Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), when the gunmen … Read more
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta believes it is premature to dismiss Manchester United from the Premier League title race as his high-flying team gears up to face Ruben Amorim’s rejuvenated side on Wednesday. United currently sit 15 points adrift of league leaders Liverpool and four points outside the Champions League places after 13 games. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Norway’s parliament has approved legislation to extend the legal abortion limit from 12 to 18 weeks. EKO HOT BLOG learned that the proposal, backed by the center-left minority government, passed with broad support, despite some internal divisions within the government on the issue. The new law, which replaces the 1978 legislation, grants women the right … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate rehabilitation of public schools in the Kabusa community of Abuja, expressing concern over the poor state of the school buildings. Wike, who lamented the dilapidated condition of the structures, stated that if President Bola Tinubu were to see the state of … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the people of Ilege in Ward D1, Epe Local Government, are excited about the construction of six classrooms to start the Ilege Junior Secondary School. The project, led by Rep. Wale Raji, will make it easier for children in the community to access educational opportunities. At the groundbreaking ceremony, traditional rulers, community … Read more
The Honorable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Marouf Alausa, paid an impromptu visit to Queens College, Yaba, Lagos, to assess the state of the school’s facilities and address pressing issues related to overcrowding. The staff and students of Queens College hosted the Honorable Minister on Monday, December 2, 2024, as he visited the school without … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Eredo LCDA, Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, has taken decisive steps to address the ongoing power outage in the area. On December 2, 2024, he held a meeting with officials from the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) to fast-track the restoration of electricity. During the meeting, Hon. Akinloye … Read more
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory Police Command have arrested two suspects, Emmanuel Linus and Moses Daniel, for impersonating Nigerian Army personnel. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Linus was apprehended on November 30, 2024, around 2:00 p.m., while wearing full Nigerian Army camouflage. During questioning, Linus allegedly presented a fake military ID card, which listed … Read more
United States President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, despite his earlier pledge to stay out of judicial proceedings against his son, who pleaded guilty to tax violations and was convicted on firearms-related charges. According to Reuters, Biden granted “a full and unconditional” pardon to Hunter Biden for any offenses committed between January 1, … Read more
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for successfully recovering a massive estate in Abuja, previously owned by a former top government official accused of corruption. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the forfeited estate, located on Plot 109, Cadastral Zone C09, Lokogoma District, spans 150,500 square … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday signed the Lagos Electricity Bill into law at a ceremony held at Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja. The event was attended by the Deputy Governor, Kadri Hamzat, members of the State House of Assembly, and the state executive council. Governor Sanwo-Olu commended the state lawmakers for their … Read more
Human rights activist and lawyer Dele Farotimi was reportedly arrested earlier today by unidentified men at his office in Lekki Phase 1. Eyewitness accounts reveal that Farotimi was forcefully taken away in a black tinted van, sparking widespread concern about his safety and well-being. According to an eyewitness, who works in a nearby office, the … Read more
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives witnessed a chaotic scene as lawmakers clashed in a heated shouting match over President Bola Tinubu’s controversial Tax Reform Bill. The turmoil erupted during a session when the House spokesperson and Chairman of the Media and Publicity Committee, Akin Rotimi, made a remark regarding the tax bills while presenting … Read more