The Nigerian Army has deployed troops in Abejukolo and Bagana communities of Kogi to strengthen the security architecture of the state. The state Commissioner for Information, Mr Kingsley Fanwo, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. Omala and some neighbouring local government areas of the state have been enmeshed in conflicts over the past one … Read more
Governor Umaru Bago of Niger State has approved a new minimum wage of ₦80,000 for civil servants, set to be implemented in November 2024. This decision follows extensive negotiations between the state government and the Niger State Labour Union, with Governor Bago emphasizing the sustainability of the wage increase through the government’s agricultural investments. EDITOR’S … Read more
The Forward Operating Base, FOB, of the Nigerian Navy, Badagry, Lagos state, on Friday handed over four suspected victims of human trafficking to National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP. Lt Bunmi Awodeyi, the Base Information Officer, BIO, representing Navy Captain Augustus Amakiri, the FOB Commanding Officer, during the handling over said the … Read more
The Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called on eligible voters in the state to exercise their franchise and elect candidates of their choice in Saturday’s Local Government election. Sunusi made this call while addressing newsmen at his palace on Friday. The Emir stressed the importance of shunning violence and any attempts to … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has appealed to Nigerians to continue to pray for President Bola Tinubu, saying he means well for the country. Wike made this appeal at the flag off of the construction of the six-lane Arterial Road N5, also known as Obafemi Awolowo Way, in Life Camp, … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Epe Local Governmento on Thursday, held a meeting at the party’s secretariat in Paramount, Epe. The meeting aimed to bring together members and leaders to renew their commitment to community progress during these challenging economic times. Many prominent figures attended, showing their support for … Read more
Otunba Akogun Wale Raji Anomo, the Executive Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has congratulated Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa on his new appointment as Nigeria’s Minister of Education. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Alausa, who previously served as the Minister of State for Health, was reassigned to his new role in a … Read more
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag says that the club’s persistent injury troubles are holding back their progress. Last season, United endured 45 injuries—more than any other Premier League team—and were missing 10 first-team players in Thursday’s Europa League draw with Fenerbahce, with nine of those absences due to injuries. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
A Northern Ireland court has sentenced 26-year-old Alexander McCartney to life in prison for his involvement in a series of severe online exploitation crimes, including actions that led a 12-year-old girl in the United States to take her own life. McCartney, who impersonated a young girl on social media, manipulated and blackmailed minors globally, primarily … Read more
Roberto Mancini has been dismissed as head coach of Saudi Arabia’s national team after a challenging 14-month tenure marked by underwhelming results and growing tensions with fans. The Italian manager, who joined last August on a lucrative four-year deal reportedly worth £21 million annually, departs with only seven wins from 18 matches. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: … Read more
A new controversy has erupted over Saturday’s local government election in Kano State as a Federal High Court, on Friday, removed the 44 chairmanship and councillorship candidates of the ruling New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Justice Simon Amobede ruled to disqualify the NNPP candidates in response to a lawsuit filed by a party faction led … Read more
Three media workers were killed, and three others injured in an Israeli airstrike targeting a residence housing journalists in southern Lebanon, the Lebanese Health Ministry announced on Friday. Pro-Iranian outlet Al Mayadeen TV reported that the casualties included a cameraman and a technician associated with the broadcaster. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of … Read more
The Gombe State Police Command has arrested one Mubarak Haladu for allegedly kidnapping and killing his seven-year-old nephew in Dadin Kowa community, Yamaltu Deba Local Government Area of the state. The command’s spokesman, ASP Buhari Abdullahi, confirmed this in a statement on Friday. Abdullahi said that the case of kidnap was reported to the Dadin … Read more
President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met in Abuja on Friday during the Jummah prayer at the National Mosque. The meeting coincided with the wedding ceremony of Senator Danjuma Goje’s daughter, as confirmed by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM … Read more
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA, has confirmed the death of a driver as two trucks collided near the Cane Village, Maryland area of the state. The Permanent Secretary of the agency, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, who confirmed this in a statement on Friday, said the accident was as a result of brake failure. “LASEMA … Read more
Labour Party Caucus Leader in the House of Representatives, Afam Ogene, has strongly criticized the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for its unclear stance on the concurrent use of old and new Naira notes, describing the situation as confusing for the public. Ogene’s statement, made in Abuja on Friday, followed a recent clarification from the … Read more
A tragic incident unfolded early Friday morning in Dansadau, Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, where a naval officer identified as Leading Seaman (LS) Akila allegedly shot and killed his colleague following a heated argument. The altercation took place at approximately 6 a.m. while the two officers were stationed at Team 3 under the … Read more
The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals, JOHESU, has declared a seven-day warning strike beginning from midnight on Friday (today). This is coming after a fifteen-day notice of industrial action issued to the Federal Government. Addressing newsmen in Abuja, the national chairman of the union, Kabiru Minjibir listed some of its … Read more
The (GICN) has, once again, exposed alleged cases of identity theft and fraud by the Guaranty Trust Bank Limited, a subsidiary of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (also known as GTCO Plc) where Segun Julius Agbaje serves as Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) since August, 2021. Speaking at a press conference, Thursday in Abuja, Director … Read more
Plateau State Commissioner for Health, Dr Cletus Shurkuk, has said the state had recorded 20 cases of cholera, resulting in two fatalities. Shurkuk, on Friday in Jos, said the confirmed cases were reported in Kwalmiya community, Kanam Local Government Area. According to Shurkuk, 16 individuals have received treatment and been discharged, while the remaining two … Read more