Bukayo Saka sustained an injury to his right leg during England’s 2-1 defeat to Greece at Wembley on Thursday. The Arsenal star was substituted in the 51st minute, with Chelsea’s Noni Madueke coming on to replace him. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest … Read more
Amid ongoing internal tensions, the Benue State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) inaugurated its newly-elected executives on Thursday. Mr. Chris Abah, the newly-elected state chairman, was sworn in alongside 14 other members of the State Working Committee (SWC) during a ceremony held at the PDP state secretariat in New GRA, Makurdi. Barrister Sam … Read more
The People’s Democratic Party, PDP, and the All Progressives Congress, APC, have disagreed over the modalities and timing for the inspection of election materials used in the just concluded Edo governorship election. The election petition tribunal had ordered INEC to release all electoral materials used in the election to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and … Read more
England interim manager Lee Carsley’s all-out attacking approach backfired spectacularly as they suffered a shocking defeat to Greece in the UEFA Nations League at Wembley. Jude Bellingham’s 87th-minute strike appeared to salvage a lackluster England performance after Vangelis Pavlidis gave Greece a deserved lead with a clinical finish just four minutes into the second half. … Read more
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State on Thursday in Jos swore-in the newly elected chairmen of 15 out of the 17 Local Government Areas of the State. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that the State’s Independent Electoral Commission (PLASIEC) on Saturday conducted elections across all the LGAs of the state. EDITOR’S PICK: Alleged N27bn Fraud: Court … Read more
In a warm and celebratory event, Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State welcomed Chidimma Onwe Adetsina, the reigning Miss Universe Nigeria, back to her homeland on Thursday. During the reception at the Government House in Enugu, Governor Mbah appointed Miss Adetsina as the state’s brand ambassador, commending her resilience and determination as exemplifying the Enugu … Read more
Senator Oluremi Tinubu has stood by her husband, President Bola Tinubu, amid growing economic challenges in Nigeria, insisting that he should not be blamed for the current situation. Her comments come as Nigerians struggle with rising prices, particularly after the removal of the fuel subsidy, which saw petrol prices skyrocket from ₦198 to ₦1,030 per … Read more
An Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court on Thursday in Ibadan granted bail to two men who allegedly stole Gov. Seyi Makinde’s yet-to-be-registered Toyota Hummer bus valued at N28.5 million. The defendants, Adepoju Joel, 37, and Sangolade Olakunle, 41, whose house addresses were not provided, were arraigned on charges of conspiracy and stealing, to which they pleaded … Read more
President of the Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and the Senate representing Edo North senatorial district, Adams Oshiomhole, clashed on the floor of the Senate on Thursday over issues concerning godfatherism. It all began when Akpabio accused Oshiomhole of having brought Godwin Obaseki as Governor, who, according to him(Akpabio) has turned against him(Oshiomhole) and democracy. EDITOR’S … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the people of Agbowa are filled with joy as the Executive Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Otunba-Akogun Wale Raji Anomo, held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of Samson Adeniyi Street road in Ward E1. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim Ahmed: … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Epe Local Government, together with the Nigerian Optometric Association (NOA), Lagos Chapter, held a special event to mark World Sight Day. The event, called “Love Your Eyes – Kids,” helped over 200 pupils and students from different schools by offering free eye screenings, tests, glasses, and medicines. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Epe Local Government, led by the Executive Chairman, Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun FHTI, is launching a mass vaccination campaign to protect residents from dangerous diseases. The vaccination will take place from October 19th to November 2nd, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim Ahmed: … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Lagos State Health District III has teamed up with Epe Local Government to spread the word about an upcoming vaccination campaign. The meeting was held at the Epe Local Government Secretariat, where important community leaders gathered to talk about vaccines for yellow fever, measles, human papillomavirus (HPV), and polio. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, … Read more
Top Entertainment Stories Today: Featuring Regina Daniels, Ayra Starr And More Eko Hot Blog reports all the details: Ned Nwoko Celebrates Regina Daniels’ Birthday with Heartfelt Tribute Senator Ned Nwoko is showering his wife, Regina Daniels, with love and admiration on her birthday. He shared touching videos of Regina and their children, all dressed in … Read more
In an era where national security is increasingly vital, the lack of participation from Lagos indigenes in military recruitment exercises is both concerning and disappointing. With the Nigerian military actively seeking new recruits and the Federal Government allocating 150 slots for each state, the consistent shortfall in filling these positions in Lagos raises questions about … Read more
The House of Representatives marked the International Day of the Girl Child with a symbolic gesture on Thursday as Speaker Tajudeen Abbas handed over his seat to 16-year-old gender advocate, Isabel Anani, to preside over a special session. This annual event, observed globally on October 11 and declared by the United Nations, highlights the challenges … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has won chairmanship positions in 10 local government areas (LGAs) following the local government elections held on Wednesday, as announced by the Plateau State Independent Electoral Commission (PLASIEC). PLASIEC Chairman and Returning Officer for all 17 LGAs, Plangji Cishak, disclosed the results on Thursday at the commission’s headquarters in Jos. … Read more
The Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Morufu Tunji Alausa, has called on Nigerian health professionals abroad to unite and collaborate for the development of the nation’s healthcare system. Dr Alausa made this call on Thursday at the Stakeholders’ Forum for the Implementation of the Nigerian Health Professionals in Diaspora Plus … Read more
Novak Djokovic praised long-time rival Rafael Nadal, saying his “legacy will live forever” following the Spanish tennis legend’s announcement of his retirement on Thursday. “Your tenacity, dedication, fighting spirit is going to be taught for decades. Your legacy will live forever,” 24-time Grand Slam title winner and fellow former world number one Djokovic wrote on … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that troops of Operation Delta Safe destroyed 65 illegal refining sites across the Niger Delta region in the last week. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, revealed this on Thursday in Abuja while briefing newsmen on the operations of the armed forces. EDITOR’S PICK: Alleged N27bn … Read more