Tanker Overturns, Explodes in Lagos The resulting fire engulfed at least four nearby trucks Oki also confirmed that reinforcements from neighboring zones were mobilized to support the operation A petrol tanker loaded with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) burst into flames on Sunday at Iyana Isolo, heading toward Oshodi, Lagos, causing panic and raising fears of … Read more
Patience Jonathan: I Won’t Return to the Villa, I Need Peace Her comments come amid growing pressure on her husband to run for Presidency in 2027 “The hardship in Nigeria is too much. If God has helped you out of it, you should thank him” Former First Lady Patience Jonathan has ruled out any possibility … Read more
Adeleke’s Road Projects Spark Nepotism Claims in Osun APM Chairman Accuses Governor Adeleke Osun APM Condemns Concentration of Development The Osun State Chairman of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). Mr. Adewale Adebayo has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of nepotism, claiming the governor is concentrating infrastructure projects in his hometown of Ede. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
Sanwo-Olu Welcomes Nollywood Stars as Lagos Hosts 2025 BON Awards … Sanwo-Olu pledges creative industry support Seun Oloketuyi noted that although the BON Awards originated in Lagos, they have not been held in the state for the past 17 years On Sunday, the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, officially accepted the hosting rights for … Read more
Tinubu Government Defends Fair Distribution of Projects, Appointments He noted that each of the six geopolitical zones now has a regional development commission He revealed that the North West has ₦5.97 trillion worth of projects The Federal Government has rejected claims of bias in appointments and the distribution of capital projects, asserting that all regions … Read more
Reserve Deputy Positions for Women Women’s Political Inclusion The Policy Is A Simple Solution The National Deputy Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hajia Zainab Ibrahim, has called for her party to adopt a “twinning formula” to encourage more women to participate in politics. According to Eko Hot Blog, Ibrahim made the appeal … Read more
Officers in Anambra State arrested a 75-year-old grandfather NDLEA Destroys 71.5-Hectare Cannabis Farm Drug Kingpin Arrested as NDLEA Seizes Loud The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested numerous suspects and seized large quantities of illicit substances in a series of nationwide operations. The agency intercepted drugs concealed in petrol tankers, deep freezers, and … Read more
7 Shocking Ways Stress is Destroying Your Health It disrupts digestion, accelerates aging, and fuels unhealthy weight gain. Unchecked stress also affects fertility and s3xual health. Stress is often dismissed as part of everyday life, but when it becomes chronic, it silently damages the body in more ways than most people realize. EDITOR’S PICKS How … Read more
Official Naira to Dollar Rate for Today – 1st September 2025 Exchange rate shows modest fluctuations but remains relatively steady. Stability signals easing volatility as businesses plan for year-end. The Nigerian Naira remains relatively stable against the U.S. Dollar today, maintaining a rate close to previous sessions. Traders and businesses are watching carefully amid expectations … Read more
How Osinbajo Confronted DSS Over Sowore’s Detention Journalist Richard Akinnola detailed the incident in his new book. Akinnola also revealed behind-the-scenes efforts on El-Zakzaky’s case. A new book has shed light on how former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, confronted the Department of State Services (DSS) during the administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari over its … Read more
Tinubu Will Finish Third in 2027 Presidential Election – El-Rufai He insists Tinubu has no pathway to outright victory on first ballot. Ex-governor says Nigerians’ lives have worsened under Tinubu’s leadership. Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has declared that President Bola Tinubu will not only lose the 2027 presidential election but will finish in … Read more
Tragic Accident Community Calls for Action Tributes and Support The Epe community has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of Mr. Adeyeye A.A, a beloved teacher at Pobuna Secondary School, Epe. He lost his life in a devastating accident on the Epe-Ijebu Ode Expressway on December 30, 2024. Ekohotblog reports that the crash … Read more
Fire Breaks Out in Lagos on New Years Eve Destroys Market, Hotel and Police Station No Casualties Reported A fire outbreak on Tuesday 31st of December gutted the top floor of a three-story building at Number 2, Ido Oluwo, in Lagos Island’s bustling Docemo Market. The incident, which occurred on New Year’s Eve, caused extensive … Read more
The Aladeshonyin and Paramount Ruler of Odo-Noforija Kingdom, Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja (JP), has urged the Lagos State Government to decentralize its audit exercise processes to protect public servants from unnecessary risks. Ekohotblog reports that this follows the tragic death of Mr. Adeyeye, a teacher in Epe, who lost his life in a road accident while … Read more
Russia Launches Missile attack on Ukraine Missiles Hit a private home injuring a woman Ukraine Launches its own Attack in retailation Russia launched a large-scale assault on Ukraine overnight, deploying missiles and drones across multiple regions. The attack resulted in successful strikes in the eastern parts of the country and near the capital, Kyiv, though … Read more
Teachers Decry Poor Welfare NUT Calls for Reforms Government Promises Action Teachers in Epe have expressed deep sorrow and frustration after the untimely death of one of their colleagues, Mr. Adeyeye, who lost his life in a road accident while returning from an audit exercise in Lagos. Ekohotblog reports that the incident, which has sparked … Read more
Odo Ẹgiri FC Crowned Champions Trophy Presentation Community Unity and Impact On Sunday, 29th December 2024, Odo Ẹgiri FC emerged triumphant in the inaugural edition of the Chairman’s Cup football competition organized by the Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA). Ekohotblog reports that the nail-biting finale, held at Ansar-ud-Deen Primary School in Odo Ẹgiri Kingdom, … Read more
River State Police arrest Cab driver Cab driver accused of robbing female passengers He is reported to have stolen a number of expensive phones and gadgets The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a 44-year-old cab driver, Andrew Nwanna, for allegedly robbing female passengers in Port Harcourt. Police spokesperson Grace Iringe-Koko revealed that Nwanna used … Read more
Michail Antonio discharged from hospital after undergoing surgery for a broken leg. West Ham striker speaks to teammates before their 2-1 win over Wolves. Club donates £60,000 to NHS and Air Ambulances UK following charity shirt auction. West Ham striker Michail Antonio has been discharged from the hospital more than three weeks after suffering a … Read more
Emphasises the importance of Nigerians remaining steadfast and supporting their leaders at all levels Encourages Nigerians to uphold the spirit of brotherhood Urges Nigerians to expect more from the 10th House under his leadership, especially on issues concerning their socio-economic well-being The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has urged Nigerians to renew … Read more