Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim secured his first Premier League victory in style as the Red Devils thrashed Everton 4-0 at Old Trafford. Amorim, who joined United in November after replacing Erik ten Hag, extended his unbeaten start to three matches, building on a 1-1 draw at Ipswich in his Premier League debut and a … Read more
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to seek assistance beyond his administration to address the worsening economic situation in Nigeria. Speaking in Abeokuta, Ogun State, over the weekend, Abdul-Yekinn Odunayo, Clerk of the Senate at NANS Headquarters, highlighted the urgent need for solutions to Nigeria’s economic hardship, … Read more
Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to nine points, deepening Manchester City’s woes with a 2-0 victory at Anfield. Arne Slot’s side moved clear of second-placed Arsenal thanks to Cody Gakpo’s early opener and Mohamed Salah’s late penalty, leaving City languishing in fifth place, 11 points off the pace. The … Read more
The Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) has urged the National Assembly Committee on the Review of the Constitution to consider returning the country back to regional system of government. This was contained in a statement by the publicity Secretary of OPC, Yinka Oguntimehin on Sunday. The Yoruba socio-cultural organization said it is lending its support to … Read more
Public holidays are cherished moments for many, offering opportunities to rest, socialize, and celebrate with loved ones. These special days, typically marked by a break from work and school, are observed to honor cultural, historical, religious, or national traditions. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to impose 100% tariffs on countries in the BRICS alliance—comprising China, Russia, and other emerging economies—unless they pledge not to create a new currency during his administration. “The idea that the BRICS Countries are trying to move away from the Dollar while we stand by and watch is OVER. We … Read more
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is set to visit South Africa to co-chair the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) alongside President Cyril Ramaphosa. This trip follows his recent state visit to France. In a statement issued on Sunday, December 1, by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Information and … Read more
Tensions have soared in Umuchima, a village in Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area of Abia State, after unknown gunmen allegedly killed a local resident accused of informing the Nigerian Army about their activities. Earlier in the week, operatives of the Nigerian Army’s Joint Task Force, under the South-East Operation “Udo Ka,” dismantled a suspected … Read more
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has disassociated itself from a recent declaration of Biafra made in Finland, dismissing it as a sham and a disservice to the Biafran cause. In a statement issued on Sunday by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the proscribed group labeled the declaration as a “charade” and reaffirmed that the only … Read more
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has arrested three suspected drug dealers with 2,000 ampoules of pentazocine injection as 3.1 million pills exol-5 in Gadar Tamburawa in Kano State. This was contained in a statement by the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Mr Femi Babafemi on Sunday in Abuja. Babafemi said the suspects … Read more
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to instruct the Minister of Finance, Olawale Edun, and the Accountant-General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, to publicly disclose the names of companies and contractors that received over N167 billion from 31 ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) without delivering any projects. … Read more
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has urged the National Assembly to revisit and make public the resolutions of the National Economic Council on the Tax Reform Bills. EKO HOT BLOG reports that passed for second reading at the Senate last week. The 2023 PDP presidential candidate, in a post on his X handle on Sunday, … Read more
The troops of 6 Brigade, Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have destroyed several bandits camps and recovered ammunition in Taraba. This is contained in a statement on Sunday in Jalingo signed by Capt. Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations. It said the successes were recorded in a series of clearance operations … Read more
The paramount ruler of Ikorodu Kingdom, Ayangburen of Ikorodu, Oba Abdul Kabir Adewale Shotobi, has called for the inclusion of traditional rulers in state affairs during the Yoruba Obas Forum’s courtesy visit. The Yoruba Obas Forum is a royal council comprising kings from various Yoruba lands, regions, and Yoruba-speaking societies across Nigeria. The forum embarked … Read more
As the festive season draws near, many Nigerians are grappling with the rising costs of transport fares and mounting security concerns, making their annual travels to ancestral homes seem increasingly out of reach. A significant hike in fuel prices, which have risen from N671 per litre in December 2023 to over N1,000 at some filling … Read more
At least 54 bodies have been recovered from a tragic boat accident involving approximately 200 traders in Kogi State. This was disclosed on Saturday by Justin Uwazuruonye, the Head of Operations for the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in Kogi State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Uwazuruonye explained that the victims were confirmed dead and that … Read more
Nigeria’s exports to France soared to over N3.9 trillion (approximately $2.4 billion) in the first half of 2024, securing France’s position as Nigeria’s top export destination among individual countries. According to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Nigeria’s total exports for the same period amounted to around N38.5 trillion ($24 billion). This robust … Read more
Corps members have expressed frustration over the failure of the Federal Government to pay the newly announced monthly allowance of N77,000, which was supposed to take effect in July 2024. The delay has sparked complaints from corps members, who view it as a sign of the government’s disregard for the welfare of Nigerian youths serving … Read more
The 32 teams set to compete in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup have been officially confirmed. The tournament will take place in the United States from June 15 to July 13, bringing together the top clubs from each of the six global football confederations: AFC, CAF, Concacaf, CONMEBOL, OFC, and UEFA. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Staff members at Edo State University Uzairue have voiced concerns over an ongoing administrative crisis involving the suspended Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dawood Egbefo, and Registrar, Mr. Habib Ekhalefo. Allegations of corruption, authoritarian behavior, and disregard for due process have sparked significant unrest within the university community. In a letter addressed to Governor Monday Okpebholo, … Read more