The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, originally scheduled for October 24, to November 28, 2024. The decision followed a four-hour meeting of party stakeholders at the Bauchi State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears … Read more
Controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, was detained in a female cell at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos State. A source from the facility, who spoke anonymously, confirmed that Bobrisky spent the night in the female section due to his high-profile lifestyle and the absence of other female … Read more
The v, has addressed the situation surrounding the Libya vs Nigeria Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier for the first time. During a press conference, Motsepe expressed his disapproval of the incident that occurred at the Libya airport, involving Nigeria’s Super Eagles ahead of their AFCON 2025 qualifying match. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All … Read more
Popular Nigerian musician Timaya has revealed his admiration for controversial street-pop artist Portable, saying the singer reminds him of his younger self. In a recent interview with Channels Television, Timaya shared that when Portable first emerged on the music scene, he immediately told 2Baba (2face Idibia) that the rising star was a reflection of his … Read more
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, has claimed that JAMB is the largest user of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in the world, particularly for registration and examination purposes. Speaking at the 2024 International Week and 17th Annual Research Conference at the University of Lagos, Oloyede emphasized that no other … Read more
Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar has filed a defamation lawsuit against Emeka Rollas, the National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN). EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Rollas announced Abubakar’s indefinite suspension from the guild via his social media, accusing her of spreading defamatory claims about AGN members, particularly regarding alleged extramarital affairs involving prominent … Read more
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to renew ceasefire negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in Gaza, while also pushing for increased humanitarian aid to be delivered to the Palestinian region. Blinken’s arrival in Israel on Tuesday marks his 11th visit to the Middle East since the … Read more
Singer and songwriter Simi has encouraged parents to raise daughters who are self-reliant, emphasizing that financial independence empowers women to take control of their own futures. In a recent TikTok video, the singer shared her thoughts, stating, “Please do not raise your daughters to believe that their only option is to rely on someone else … Read more
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has received four cargoes of crude oil from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) under a naira-for-crude agreement, according to both refinery officials and the Federal Government. These deliveries, made over the past three weeks, are part of a larger initiative where NNPCL supplies crude to local refineries in exchange … Read more
A late strike from Shakirat Moshood secured a 1-0 victory for Nigeria’s Flamingos over hosts Dominican Republic in their final Group A match at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Wednesday. This win marked the Flamingos’ third triumph in Group A, following their earlier victories—4-1 against New Zealand and a 4-0 rout of Ecuador. … Read more
Music executive Don Jazzy has responded to the news of his newly established football club, Supremos FC, joining the Lagos Liga 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Don Jazzy made headlines several months ago when a foreign investor acquired his record label, Mavins. Following this major development, he has now ventured into the world of … Read more
Vinicius Jr netted a sensational hat-trick as Real Madrid mounted a remarkable second-half comeback to overturn a 2-0 deficit and defeat Borussia Dortmund 5-2. Dortmund took control in the first half with goals from Donyell Malen and English youngster Jamie Gittens, mirroring their strong showing in last year’s final, which Real Madrid had won 2-0. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has given Nigerian motorists the option of either buying petrol at N1000 or the compressed Natural Gas (CNG) at N200. The president made this announcement during a meeting with executives of the Nigerian Independent Petroleum Company, NIPCO, at the State House in Abuja, on Tuesday. He also praised NIPCO’s contributions to the … Read more
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on Nigerians to work for the greatness of the country. He made the call in Abeokuta on Tuesday while receiving members of the League of Northern Democrats led by a former governor of Kano State, Ibrahim Shekarau in his presidential Library home. “We must put the past behind us … Read more
The Nigerian Government has announced its decision to halt the export of domestically produced cooking gas. This, according to the government, is in order to prioritize supply for local consumption, with effect from November 1, 2024. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, made this known in Abuja on Tuesday via a … Read more
The family of a two-year-old Eromonsele Omhonria, who was shot in the eye by men of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, in Delta State, has decried abandonment, saying the toddler has not received any treatment since the incident occured. It was gathered that the elder brother of the victim, Ivan, died in the … Read more
At least five personnel of the Nigerian Air Force have been confirmed dead in a ghastly road accident that occurred at Hawan Kibo along the Jos-Akwanga Express Road. It was gathered that the personnel were among those billed to attend a sports event in Abuja when the accident occurred on Tuesday morning. Confirming the incident, … Read more
Arsenal secured a crucial Champions League win against Shakhtar Donetsk, courtesy of an own goal by goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk, bouncing back from their weekend loss to Bournemouth. Gabriel Martinelli’s 29th-minute shot struck the post and ricocheted off Riznyk’s back before rolling into the net, giving Arsenal the lead. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
Bayer Leverkusen and Nigerian striker Victor Boniface is set to miss Wednesday’s Champions League match against Brest following a car accident on Sunday. Boniface did not participate in training on Tuesday, and German outlets Bild and Kicker reported that he was absent when Leverkusen’s flight departed for France later that day. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It … Read more
Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis has been handed a five-match stadium ban for spitting on the floor as match officials passed by in the tunnel, according to an independent regulatory commission. The incident took place following Forest’s 1-0 Premier League loss to Fulham at the City Ground on September 28. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more