Ademola Lookman believes his standout performances over the past two years with Serie A club Atalanta have elevated his career to new heights. The 27-year-old, who ranked 14th in the 2024 Ballon d’Or standings, shared with the BBC that his time in Italy has significantly boosted his confidence and self-belief. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry … Read more
Turkish football club Ankaragucu has come to the defence of former president Faruk Koca, who was sentenced to prison for assaulting a referee. On Monday, a court in Ankara sentenced the 60-year-old Koca to three years and seven months for “intentionally wounding a public official.” He also received a suspended sentence of under a year … Read more
Hon. Abiodun Tobun, Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Epe Constituency I, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic accidents that occurred in Epe on Monday, which led to significant loss of lives and injuries. The first two accidents involved a Dangote truck overloaded with 900 bags of cement, which crashed … Read more
More reactions have continued to pour in following the multiple accidents at Ayetoro Market on Monday, which claimed the lives of several people. EKOT HOT BLOG reports that the tragedy has left the entire town in mourning, with many residents and leaders offering their condolences to the families of the victims. Reacting, Hon. (Mrs.) Saidat … Read more
At least 35 people have lost their lives in a car attack in southern China, marking one of the deadliest acts of public violence in the country in decades. Authorities report that a 62-year-old man, identified as Mr. Fan, drove his car into a stadium in Zhuhai on Monday, targeting people exercising on the track. … Read more
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in a fatal truck accident in the Aiyetoro area of Epe, Lagos, on Monday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement posted on Facebook on Tuesday, Governor Sanwo-Olu extended his condolences to the families affected by the accident. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Former United States President Donald Trump has won the presidency again, defeating Democratic Party nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, in Tuesday’s election. Tens of millions of voters across the United States trooped to polling booths to cast their ballots for the presidential election, as well as contests for the US Senate, House of Representatives, gubernatorial … Read more
Ecuadorian international Marco Angulo has tragically passed away at the age of 22, just over a month after sustaining critical injuries in a car accident, his club LDU Quito has confirmed. The midfielder had been hospitalized since the accident, which occurred on 7 October in the southern part of Ecuador’s capital, Quito. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Norway and Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has emphasized the importance of “listening to his body” after deciding to withdraw from Norway’s squad for this week’s Nations League matches. The midfielder sustained ankle ligament damage during September’s international break, sidelining him for seven weeks. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, … Read more
Three people were killed and many others injured when a flour-laden truck crashed into shops at Utu Etim Ekpo, the headquarters of Etim Ekpo Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that according to a resident, Gabriel Akpan, the accident occurred around 8 p.m. on Monday. Akpan reported that the driver was … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Prof. Samson Duna as the Director-General of the Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute (NBRRI) for another four-year term. This announcement was made in a statement by the Deputy Director of Information at NBRRI, Mr. Peter Mashem, on Tuesday in Abuja. Mashem confirmed that Duna’s reappointment was … Read more
Federal government pensioners staged a protest in Abuja, blocking access to the Federal Ministry of Finance, to demand the release of their accrued pension rights. The demonstration, led by Comrade Sylva Nwaiwu, the National Chairman of the National Union of Contributory Pensioners, is calling for the immediate disbursement of their entitlements. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter … Read more
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced the formation of a Committee to investigate the previous administration of Godwin Obaseki over its failure to swear in 14 elected lawmakers for the 7th Edo State Assembly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Okpebholo revealed this decision during his inaugural address as the newly elected governor of … Read more
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State on Tuesday debunked reports of an alleged Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted at the old Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) site near Terminus Market in Jos North Local Government Area. Reports had emerged that three improvised explosives were allegedly discovered at the terminus area of Jos. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
A Kaduna High Court on Tuesday ordered that two brothers be remanded in a correctional centre for alleged culpable homicide and armed robbery. The police charged Hamza Jibrin, 27 and Yusuf Jibrin 24, with conspiracy, armed robbery and culpable homicide. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To … Read more
Newcastle United icon Alan Shearer has highlighted two potential Premier League clubs that could attract Jose Mourinho if he returns to England. Mourinho has expressed interest in coming back to English football, where he’s already had multiple managerial stints. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate … Read more
Monday Okpebholo has been sworn in as the governor of Edo State, marking an end to the eight years administration of Godwin Obaseki in the South-South state. The ceremony took place on Tuesday at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, the state capital. This is coming two months after the All Progressives Congress, APC, … Read more
The Abia State government has announced the introduction of free and compulsory education for all children in the state, regardless of their state of origin. This initiative, set to begin in January 2025, will cover education from Primary One through Junior Secondary School Three in all public schools. Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, made … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Chairmen of Epe Federal Constituency—Hon. Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun (Epe Local Government), Hon. Monsuru Akinloye (Eredo LCDA), have reacted to the tragic accident at Ayetoro Market, which claimed several lives and left many others injured. Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, in a statement, expressed deep sadness, saying, “This is a dark … Read more
Rep. Wale Raji, who represents Epe Federal Constituency, has called for stricter rules for heavy-duty trucks in Lagos State. His comment comes following a tragic accident at Aiyetoro Market in Epe on Monday, November 11, 2024, that killed several people. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the accident involved a cement truck that crashed into the … Read more