Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, have arrested nine suspects and neutralised 10 others during clearance operations of kidnappers’ hideouts in FCT neigbouring States. The Commissioner of Police (CP) in charge of the FCT, Mr Olatunji Disu said this during a news conference on Monday in Abuja. He said the operations carried out by … Read more
Nine Northern states in Nigeria are currently experiencing widespread power outages following the latest collapse of the national electricity grid, marking the fourth incident in less than about 8 days. Kunle Olubiyo, President of the Nigeria Consumer Protection Network, confirmed this development in a statement released on Monday night. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja … Read more
Brazilian superstar Neymar made his long-awaited return to the pitch on Monday, featuring as a second-half substitute in Al Hilal’s thrilling 5-4 victory over reigning Asian champions Al Ain in the UAE. The 32-year-old former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain forward had been sidelined for more than a year after suffering a torn meniscus and anterior … Read more
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has advised Kylian Mbappé to prioritize goal-scoring rather than pressing, emphasizing the importance of his attacking contributions to the team. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League showdown against Borussia Dortmund, Ancelotti reaffirmed that the role of the central striker within the squad remains unchanged. … Read more
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has confirmed the arrest of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, at the Seme border while attempting to leave Nigeria. In a statement issued on Monday by the Service Public Relations Officer, DCI KT Udo, the NIS revealed that Bobrisky was intercepted during passport checks on October 21. … Read more
The United Kingdom government has explained the reasons behind the denial of landing slots at Heathrow Airport for Nigerian flag carrier Air Peace. This explanation was provided in a letter from the UK’s Secretary of State for Transport, Louise Haigh, to Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, in response to a diplomatic … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that earlier last week, a popular madman named Wasiu, who has been roaming the streets of Ayetoro for the past three years, was apprehended by the United Community Security (U.C.S.). Investigation revealed several items that should not have been found with a madman. “We found human hair, ATM cards, and Indian … Read more
No fewer than 25 communities in Edo State, located along the banks of the River Niger, have been submerged by floods following the release of water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. The affected areas include Etsako East, Etsako Central, and Esan South East Local Government Areas. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Augustine University, Ilara, is poised to celebrate the academic achievements of 71 degree students, including 11 students who have earned First Class Honours, at its 6th Convocation Ceremony on Tuesday, 22nd October 2024. The event will take place at the university’s Convocation Hall and signifies the institution’s ongoing commitment to academic … Read more
Lagos State Government officials have arrested a birthday celebrant, musician, and vendor for obstructing traffic and causing an environmental nuisance EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made this known on Monday via a post on his X handle. Wahab revealed that the arrests occurred on Saturday, after … Read more
Mercedes-Benz inaugurated a new electric vehicle battery recycling plant in Kuppenheim, Germany, on Monday, marking what the company’s CEO, Ola Källenius, called a “key milestone” in advancing the sustainability of the automotive industry. Located in the southwest of the country, the facility will have the capacity to recycle 2,500 tonnes of battery material annually, which … Read more
The Federal Government’s Independent Investigative Panel has revealed that there was no evidence indicating that Idris Okuneye (Bobrisky) lived outside the Correctional Service centre within his six months of imprisonment. The report by the panel, set up by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, to look into allegation of gross violation of standard operating … Read more
Suspected bandits have allegedly killed three persons between Bangi and Kotonkoro road in Mariga Local Government Area of Niger state. The incident was said to have occurred on Sunday morning with the bandits blocking the road and shooting at moving vehicles on the road. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t … Read more
The National Examinations Council, NECO, has issues a stern warning to school owners and other stakeholders to refrain from enrolling candidates for its examinations by proxy. Acting Director, Information and Public Relations of NECO, Azeez Sani, gave this warning in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Sani said that the council had observed that such … Read more
The Anambra State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to the ongoing investigation to arrest the perpetrators of the cult-related killings in Nibo, Anambra State on Sunday. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga on Monday, said the command also frowns at the act of some deceased … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, says it recovered over N200bn and made about 3,000 convictions in one year under the leadership of Ola Olukoyede. President Bola Tinubu appointed Olukoyede as the chairman of the anti-graft agency in October 2023. The Commission Spokesman, Wilson Uwujaren, said the commission has since then recorded successes in … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced that no appointment as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS) exists within the Armed Forces of Nigeria. This is contained in a statement by the Acting Director of Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, on Monday in Abuja. Gusau said that no such appointment existed within the Armed Forces … Read more
Social media activist Martins Ortse, also known as VeryDarkMan, has claimed that popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, was arrested by security authorities on Monday. According to VeryDarkMan, Bobrisky was apprehended at the Seme border while allegedly attempting to flee to Benin Republic to avoid an investigative hearing by the House of Representatives. … Read more
Nigerian music mogul Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has called out Nollywood actor and singer Oluwadolarz over allegations that a Nigerian entertainer propositioned him for gay sex. EKO HOT BLOG learnt that Oluwadolarz shared his experience on Instagram, claiming that an unnamed entertainer requested sexual favors in exchange for promoting his music, … Read more
Fethullah Gulen, the influential Turkish cleric accused of orchestrating a failed coup in 2016, has died at the age of 83, according to confirmation from Turkey’s foreign minister. Gulen, who had lived in self-imposed exile in the US since 1999, reportedly passed away in a Pennsylvania hospital, as reported by Turkish media. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: … Read more