Angela Rayner resigns after failing to pay correct property tax, breaching ministerial rules Ethics adviser says she ignored legal advice, though acted in good faith She is praised for her integrity despite stepping down The United Kingdom’s Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, resigned on Friday following the outcome of an ethics investigation that found she … Read more
Royal family and public mourn Duchess of Kent dies at 92 Known for Wimbledon role The British royal family is in mourning following the death of the Duchess of Kent, Katharine Worsley, at the age of 92. Buckingham Palace announced her passing on Friday, confirming that she died peacefully. As the wife of the Duke … Read more
5 Bodies Have Been Reportedly Found in Along Igbobo Area In Lagos. Reports Link Deaths to Cult Cases Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Hammed Aroyewun, confirmed the attacks in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Oluwaseun Ajayi. Multiple reports have confirmed that five bodies were recovered along the riverbank in the Oreta area of … Read more
EFCC convicts Dennis Tamarakuro cryptocurrency laundering $71,795 cyber fraud The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully secured the conviction of Dennis Tamarakuro for a cybercrime that involved a $71,795.41 fraud. As Eko Hot Blog reports, Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced Tamarakuro to two years in prison on … Read more
Dabiri-Erewa Inaugurates Cross River’s First Diaspora Commission Office Governor Otu praises her leadership for strengthening Nigeria’s diaspora ties. CRIDCOM aims to harness diaspora skills, resources, and investments. The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has inaugurated the Cross River State Diaspora Commission (CRIDCOM), marking the first … Read more
Airport Work Begins Lagos’ MMIA Undergoes Major Renovation Keyamo’s Aviation Plan Takes Off The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced the start of major reconstruction work at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. The massive project, which is part of a series of upgrades to Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure, aims to fully … Read more
DSS Files Terrorism Charges Against Captured Ansaru Commanders. Both suspects linked to Kuje prison break and other major attacks. NSA hails capture as Nigeria’s biggest counter-terrorism success yet. The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed multiple charges against two arrested commanders of the Ansaru terrorist group, Abu Baraa and Mahmuda, following their capture in … Read more
EFCC Declares Sujimoto CEO, Olasijibomi Ogundele Wanted. He is accused of diversion of funds and money laundering. Public urged to provide information to EFCC or security agencies. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared the Chief Executive Officer of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, Olasijibomi Suji Ogundele, wanted over alleged involvement in diversion of … Read more
Emotional Messi Scores Twice in Possible Final Home Game for Argentina. The 38-year-old hints 2026 World Cup may be beyond him. Fans at Monumental stadium celebrate what felt like a farewell. Lionel Messi could not hold back tears on Friday, September 5, as he stepped onto the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, possibly for the … Read more
EKOHOTBLOG understands that today being Eid-El-Maulud for 2025, many people expect good messages and wishes from their friends, family members, and loved ones. Eid-el Maulud is celebrated in Rabi’ al-awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar. Below are some interesting happy Eid-El-Maulud messages, wishes: Eid-el Maulud Messages Congratulations on Welcoming the Birthday of the … Read more
32-year-old Odera Gregory Mbadiwe found in Mile 2 area. Family reported him missing after he left home with his father’s vehicle. Lagos Police commend public cooperation in locating him. Odera Gregory Mbadiwe, the 32-year-old brother of Big Brother Naija stars Ocee and Ozee Mbadiwe, has been found and reunited with his family after being reported … Read more
158 cattle recovered across Borno, Zamfara, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Plateau states. A family member of an ISWAP terrorist surrendered in Borno. Military intensifies operations to reclaim territories and assets. The Nigerian Army has intensified its operations against terrorist groups, recovering 158 cattle and securing the surrender of an ISWAP family member in coordinated actions across … Read more
Tiwa Savage challenges exclusion of Tems from Afrobeats’ top tier. Critiques industry bias favouring male artists. Calls for more inclusive recognition of female talents. In a recent BBC Radio 1Xtra interview, Nigerian music icon Tiwa Savage expressed her belief that Tems deserves inclusion in the Afrobeats “Big 3,” alongside Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Davido. According … Read more
Kaduna Assembly commits to programme-based budgeting for 2026. UNICEF conducts training to enhance lawmakers’ budgeting skills. Focus on child development sectors: education, health, water, and social protection. The Kaduna State House of Assembly has announced plans to implement programme-based budgeting in the 2026 fiscal year to better address citizens’ needs. According to Eko Hot Blog, … Read more
Ireke: Rise of the Maroons Sets Records as Dabiri-Erewa Celebrates Producer Gbolahan Macjob Ireke: Rise of the Maroons is a Nigerian local language film Dabiri-Erewa lauded Macjob for consistently using his platform to promote Nigeria’s global image The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has hailed the international success of … Read more
Forum calls for inclusion of women, youth, and PWDs in food systems. Stakeholders discuss equitable access to resources and opportunities. Policy review aims to strengthen gender-responsive agriculture. ActionAid Nigeria has urged policymakers to prioritize smallholder women farmers, youth, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the development of Nigeria’s food system during a consultative forum in … Read more
Police, UNILAG Probe Lecturer Over Alleged S3xual Assault The student alleged that the lecturer invited her into his office, where he allegedly forced himself on her Alaga-Ibraheem encouraged students and members of the university community to report any form of harassment A lecturer at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Dr. Samuel Ojogbo, has been accused … Read more
Higher passport fees cannot stop unofficial payments. Applicants face system glitches and rely on middlemen. Reforms underway, but corruption persists. Despite increasing passport fees, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) acknowledges that applicants still encounter unofficial charges and exploitation, highlighting ongoing challenges within the system. According to Eko Hot Blog, insiders including serving and retired NIS … Read more
Obasa: Nigerians Have Witnessed Transformation Under Tinubu Says Tinubu’s administration had tackled the challenges of economic stagnation and instability Obasa praised the launch of the NELFUND Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has commended the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying Nigerians have witnessed inspiring transformation within the last two years. … Read more
El-Rufai, ADC leaders summoned by police after violent rally disruption. Opposition event in Kaduna attacked by suspected thugs. ADC leaders say they only saw the police notice online. The Kaduna State Police Command has summoned former Governor Nasir El-Rufai and six leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over alleged disturbance of public peace. According … Read more