The Department of State Services (DSS) has instituted a N5.5 billion defamatory suit against the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP). The department said SERAP made a false claim that its operatives invaded SERAP’s Abuja office. The DSS, in the suit filed in the names of two of its officials; Sarah John and Gabriel Ogundele, … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, commemorates and expresses his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who died in the unfortunate fire incident in Majiya town, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State, following the explosion of a petrol-laden tanker. EDITOR’S PICKS: LAGOS: Sanwo-Olu Hosts Tax Delegates, Emphasizes on Improved Taxation Keyamo Unveils … Read more
The Director General of the Nigeria Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Prof. John Obafunwa, recently announced the institute’s commitment to advancing medical research in Nigeria. He made this statement while hosting a delegation of nine medical experts from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) at NIMR’s headquarters in Yaba, Lagos. The delegation visited to establish … Read more
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson has offered his predictions for this weekend’s Premier League matchups across several venues in England. Tottenham Hotspur will kick off the action on Saturday afternoon, hosting West Ham United in the early fixture. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has … Read more
The Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) successfully empowered at least 100 women in the Eti-Osa East Local Council Development Area (LCDA) with the skills and business equipment they need to become more financially independent and self-sufficient. Participants in the “Lifeskills Economic Empowerment Programme (LEEP)” for Eti-Osa East residents received training … Read more
Nigerian Army said its troops of the 6 Brigade have arrested three individuals suspected to be collaborating with terrorists in Taraba State. Acting on intelligence reports of some terrorists’ presence in Kona Mountains which cut across Jalingo and Lau LGAs, troops of the 6 Brigade conducted operations around the general area which led to the … Read more
American rapper Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, known as Cardi B, has announced her intention to quit alcohol. The nursing mother made this commitment after celebrating her 32nd birthday with an extravagant party in New York City. “I will never, ever drink again,” she declared in a video shared on her Instagram Stories. “I will never. Pray … Read more
The executive governor of Lagos State, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has commended the efforts of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) for their ongoing advocacy and contributions to the Lagos taxation system. The delegates from the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) paid an official visit to Governor Sanwo-Olu at the State House … Read more
A thunderstrike has tragically claimed the life of 70-year-old Malam Abu Yusuf in Abocho, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. The incident occurred around 5:40 pm on Thursday during a heavy downpour in the area. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that residents of the community have been left in shock and mourning following the unfortunate … Read more
The Lagos State House of Assembly is poised to replace the current 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) with newly established Administrative Areas as part of a proposed bill aimed at enhancing governance and accountability in local administration. During a public hearing for the “Bill for a Law to Provide for the Local Government System, … Read more
The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, has disclosed that the average price of 5kg of cooking gas increased from N6,430.02 recorded in August to N6,699.63 in September 2024 This is contained in the Bureau’s “Cooking Gas Price Watch’’ for September 2024 released on Friday in Abuja. According to the report, the September price represented a … Read more
Justice Mary Anenih of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory has instructed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to present two witnesses virtually in the trial of former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele. In a ruling on Friday, Justice Anenih approved the EFCC’s application, allowing the agency to field witnesses who are … Read more
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has inaugurated the Joint User Hydrant Installation 2 (JUHI-2), a state-of-the-art jet fuel storage facility with a capacity of 150 million litres of Jet A1 fuel, making it the largest airside jet fuel depot in Nigeria. This facility, located in Ikeja, Lagos, has the capacity to … Read more
The Police on Friday announced that three dismissed officers from the Kwara State Command have been charged to court following their misconduct and corrupt actions that led to the death of a student from Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola. The officers, Inspector Abiodun Kayode, Inspector James Samuel, and Sergeant Oni Philip, face charges … Read more
Kenya’s President, William Ruto, has named interior minister Kithure Kindiki as his new deputy president, a day after the Senate voted to impeach Ruto’s previous deputy Rigathi Gachagua. Parliament Speaker, Moses Wetang’ula, revealed this on Friday, saying, “I have received a message from the president, regarding the nomination of Prof. Kithure Kindiki to fill the … Read more
The Delta State Police Command has issued a stern warning to point-of-sale (POS) operators about the dangers of processing transactions exceeding ₦500,000. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, highlighted that such large transactions could implicate operators in criminal activities, particularly kidnappings. In a recent statement, SP Edafe shared the case of a POS … Read more
Russia has cautioned Israel against even contemplating strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, according to a statement from Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov, reported by the state news agency TASS on Thursday. Following Iran’s missile attack on Israel on October 1, speculation has arisen that Israel might carry out its long-standing threats to target Iran’s nuclear … Read more
Arsenal is preparing to offer Ethan Nwaneri a significant new contract as a show of confidence in the young talent. According to Mick Brown, a former scout for Manchester United and Tottenham, the Gunners aim to follow the successful trajectory of Bukayo Saka, who has become a star player for the club. Nwaneri, 17, signed … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Baales in Council, led by the Chairman, High Chief (Dr.) Nurudeen Adekunle, paid a visit to the Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa. As part of the visit, the Baales in Council and Hon. Olowa proceeded on an inspection of several projects currently underway. These … Read more
Samuel Chukwueze returned to training with AC Milan on Thursday as he prepares for this weekend’s home match against Udinese. Chukwueze came back to Milan early last weekend after suffering an injury while on international duty with Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has … Read more