Gunmen suspected to be herders killed three farmers in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. It was gathered that the farmers whose identities were yet to be ascertained were killed in the Okpekpe community while one was attacked in the Itsukwi community in the locality. It was also learned that seven others were … Read more
The Kaduna State government, led by Governor Uba Sani, presented gifts to 39 individuals—many of whom are minors—who were previously detained by the Federal Government for participating in the #EndBadGovernance protest in August. Recently pardoned by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, the young individuals were reunited with their families at a formal ceremony held at the … Read more
The Acting Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, says President Bola Tinubu did everything possible to save Taoreed Lagbaja, late chief of army staff, who eventually died after battling an undisclosed ailment at the age of 56 years. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that while Lagbaja was away on medical treatment, Tinubu promoted Oluyede to the … Read more
Republican candidate Donald Trump won the 2024 United States presidential election on Wednesday, defeating Democrat candidate and Vice President Kamala Harris in a closely contested race. In his victory speech held in West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump addressed thousands of enthusiastic supporters, expressing gratitude to Americans for electing him both as the 45th and now … Read more
Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) in Nigeria have announced another price hike for various electricity meter models, marking the second increase within four months. As of November 5, 2024, single-phase meters are priced as high as N149,800, up from approximately N117,000, reflecting a 28.03% increase. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment … Read more
United States President Joe Biden is expected to call President-elect Donald Trump to congratulate him on his victory in the recent presidential election. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on Lawal Street Road Construction in Odomola Withdraw Tax Reform Bill From NASS – NEC Urges … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Local Government, led by Executive Chairman Hon. (Princess) Surah Animashaun, is organizing a free health screening for Epe residents to curb the spread of tuberculosis (TB). The event is scheduled for November 6 and 7, 2024, at the Epe Local Government Secretariat. Residents will receive free services, including blood pressure … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Eredo LCDA is excited as the community prepares for the Chairman’s Cup, a football tournament that promises to showcase the best local talent, teamwork, and community spirit among youths. Organized by the Eredo Local Council Development Area, this event is set to bring people together to enjoy sports within their locality. … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA), led by its Chairman, Otunba-Akogun Wale Raji Anomo, partnered with Eko Club International to offer free medical services to more than 1,000 residents. The event, held earlier today, provided adults and children in the area with access to free healthcare. Services included dental care, free medicated … Read more
Hezbollah’s leader stated on Wednesday that the group has tens of thousands of fighters prepared for combat and warned that no location within Israel would be exempt from their attacks. “We have tens of thousands of trained resistance fighters ready to engage,” Naim Qassem said during a speech commemorating 40 days since his predecessor’s death. … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Hon. Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun, Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, has come to the aid of an abandoned boy in critical condition at Epe General Hospital. Reports indicate that the boy, found wearing a T-shirt from “Iwerekun Community Junior High School, Lakowe,” was in a serious state and unable to … Read more
The Israeli military reported that Hezbollah launched approximately 120 projectiles across the border from Lebanon on Wednesday, while an AFP journalist noted hearing interceptions over Tel Aviv, Israel’s commercial hub. “Approximately 120 projectiles that were fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organisation have crossed from Lebanon into Israel today,” the military said, after sirens sounded in … Read more
Nigeria is in mourning following the sudden death of Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away on Tuesday in Lagos after a brief illness. His death comes less than a year after his appointment by President Bola Tinubu, marking a significant loss to the nation’s military leadership. Lagbaja’s death is the … Read more
ECOWAS Community Court of Justice (CCJ) and International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have expressed commitment to deepen collaboration to ensure that the Court promotes the domestication and applicability of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) across West African states. The President of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice, Nigeria, Justice Ricardo Claudio Monteiro while delivering … Read more
Popular Abuja, Nigeria-based writer, political analyst and compere, Obonyilo Enenche Peter, popularly known as Enenche Enenche, who predicted the victories of President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and Donald Trump of the United States, has made a request of the U.S. president-elect. Enenche, a staunch supporter of Trump with 100 per cent-near accuracy in political analyses, … Read more
Bandits struck again in Zamfara State, attacking multiple communities near Wanke, close to Gusau, and abducting over 100 people, including women, children, and the elderly. Among those taken was the community’s Chief Imam, recently released from a prior abduction and still recovering from a leg injury. This is reportedly his second time being kidnapped. Local … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has rescheduled the Federal Executive Council meeting till another date to be announced. Initially scheduled for today, the council meeting was postponed in honour of Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, who passed away on Tuesday night. This was disclosed in a statement by the Special Adviser to the … Read more
Unknown gunmen have kidnapped the Parish Priest of St. Theresa’s Catholic Parish, Obollo, Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of the state, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Azubuike. The State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Henry Okoye, confirmed the incident on Wednesday. Okoye said that the command had launched a “desperate search” to rescue the priest from his … Read more
Donald Trump has been projected by CNN as the 47th president of the United States, completing what is being hailed as the most remarkable comeback in American political history. His victory is set to give him significant and disruptive power at home, while also sending shockwaves across the globe. Just four years after leaving Washington … Read more
Former Super Eagles head coach Sunday Oliseh has emphasized the importance of Nigeria qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles missed out on the last World Cup held in Qatar and have had a rough start to their current qualifying campaign, failing to secure a win in four matches. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I … Read more