The Super Eagles of Nigeria have moved up by three spots to place world 36th in the October FIFA ranking. In the ranking table on the website of the world football governing body on Thursday, Nigeria’s senior football team garnered 1503.29 points within the period under review. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week … Read more
A High Court in Kaduna State on Thursday, ordered the forfeiture of a Samsung S20, 3 Hp laptops, three exotic cars, and N9.5million cash belonging to a convict, Stephen James, to the Federal Government. Justice Dairus Khobo, while delivering the judgment sentenced James after he pleaded guilty to internet-related fraud to 10 months imprisonment with … Read more
The Plateau State Command says it has uncovered an internet fraudster hideout in Agingi community, Rukuba Road, Jos North Local Government Area of the state. The State Commissioner of Police, Emmanuel Adesina, made this known on Thursday in Jos, noting that the command had also detained 11 suspects concerning the criminal act. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu … Read more
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory on Thursday granted the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, application for adjournment in a fresh charge against the immediate-past Governor of Kogi, Yahaya Bello, and two others until November 14. Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, who appeared for the EFCC, made the oral application before Justice Maryann Anenih. … Read more
An erstwhile presidential spokesman, Doyin Okupe says the decision of President Bola Tinubu to scrap ‘superfluous ministries’ in his cabinet reshuffle was commendable. Okupe, who stated this on Thursday in Lagos, said that President Tinubu has done the needful by his mid-term rejig of his cabinet, saying the development was in line with removing waste … Read more
The ousted Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy Ohanenye has thanked President Bola Tinubu and Nigerians for the opportunity to serve the country. Recall that President Tinubu sacked her among other persons in his cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears Up for … Read more
The federal government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has revealed plans to significantly reduce the use of the U.S. dollar, in the Nigerian economy , focusing on strengthening the local currency, Naira. According to Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, the administration aims to de-dollarise the economy as part of … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is set to announce measures to reduce governance expenses, following the recent appointment and reassignment of ministers in his cabinet. In an interview on ARISE TV, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed that despite the addition of seven new ministers, the administration is committed to significantly … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has begun the process of addressing its outstanding debt of over $6 billion, a development confirmed by the Nigerian government through the Ministry of Finance. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears Up for 7th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit, Aims … Read more
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has revealed that his attacking partnership with Mauro Icardi will be tough for any defence to stop. The Nigerian international made this statement following the team’s thrilling 4-3 win over Elfsborg in the UEFA Europa League. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to … Read more
Nigerian actor Ime Bishop, popularly known as Okon of Lagos, has criticised the increasing trend of plastic surgery among young women. He expressed his concerns, stating that altering one’s body goes against God’s original design. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears Up for 7th Nigeria Diaspora … Read more
Ahmed Musa has been named Kano State Sports Ambassador by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, recognizing his dedication to youth empowerment and sports development on both local and national levels. In his new role, Musa will lead efforts to foster young talent and promote a vibrant sports culture throughout Kano State. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, has voiced concerns about the imminent risk of submersion due to climate change. Speaking at a Strategic Management Meeting organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Justice, which included various Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs), and stakeholders, he warned that Lagos could face the same sinking fate as … Read more
Keir Starmer’s hopes of meeting Kamala Harris before the U.S. presidential election have dimmed, according to Downing Street. Last month, the Prime Minister expressed his intention to meet both presidential candidates before American voters cast their ballots on November 5. He told reporters in New York that it would be “very good to meet both … Read more
Armed attackers carried out a deadly “terrorist” assault on Turkey’s state-run aerospace company near Ankara on Wednesday, resulting in at least five deaths and 22 injuries, according to government officials. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed that two assailants, a man and a woman, were killed during the attack at the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) headquarters. … Read more
Kamala Harris commended Donald Trump’s former chief of staff for issuing a “911 call” to the nation about Trump’s unsuitability for a second term, calling her opponent a “fascist” who would lead the country down a perilous road. During a CNN town hall with undecided voters in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, Harris emphasized Trump’s … Read more
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has started supplying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, directly to certain oil marketers, bypassing the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). Reports indicate that an increasing number of marketers are looking to buy PMS directly from the refinery, while others continue to import the product. Hundreds of millions … Read more
The death has been announced of Rotarian Oluwakemi Williams, also known as Sister K or Egbon President. She passed away on October 16, 2024, just a week shy of her 59th birthday, surrounded by her loving family at Ofalia House, Edenderry, EKO HOT BLOG reports. Her loss has created a significant vacuum in her family … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Mallam Shehu Dikko as Director-General of the National Sports Commission on Wednesday has sparked a mix of reactions, with Nigerians expressing both optimism and scepticism on social media. The announcement, made through a presidential statement following the Federal Executive Council meeting, was part of a series of eight significant actions … Read more
President Bola Tinubu wielded his political sledgehammer on Wednesday, shaking up his cabinet with forceful precision. Five ministers were sacked, 10 were redeployed and seven new nominees were brought in to fill key positions. However, several high-profile ministers, including Nyesom Wike, Adegboyega Oyetola, David Umahi, and Atiku Bagudu, narrowly escaped the axe. The president’s reshuffle … Read more