The Catholic Diocese of Nnewi has confirmed the killing of Reverend Father Tobias Chukwujekwu Okonkwo by unidentified gunmen in Ihiala, Anambra State, on Boxing Day. Fr. Okonkwo, a Catholic priest and pharmacist, was born on August 11, 1984, and ordained on July 11, 2015. At the time of his death, he was the Manager of … Read more
Tinubu to Spend Festive Season in Lagos Chief Imam of Lagos Central Mosque, Ridhwan Jamiu, urged people to be grateful to Allah Says the President hasn’t disappointed President Bola Tinubu attended the Jumat prayer at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos on Friday, marking his first public appearance since last week’s prayers at the Alausa … Read more
Nigeria Denies Niger’s Allegations Gen. Tchiani Accuses Nigeria of Collaborating with France ECOWAS Comes to Nigeria’s defense Nigeria has dismissed allegations by Niger’s military leader, Brigadier General Abdourahmane Tchiani, accusing the country of colluding with France to destabilize Niger’s junta-led government. The accusations were made during a Christmas Day interview in which Gen. Tchiani claimed … Read more
Olamide’s YBNL Trending on Social Media Awake and Olamide reportedly fall out Netizens having a field day on the subject matter Nigerian singer Asake has reportedly parted ways with his record label, YBNL, sparking widespread speculation across social media platforms. The rumors gained momentum after fans noticed significant changes on Asake’s Instagram profile, where he … Read more
Deeper life bus Crashes 10 Persons Injured LASEMA says the Crash was caused by Brake Failure At least ten people were injured on in a road accident involving a bus belonging to the Deeper Christian Life Ministry. The incident occurred on Otedola Bridge, inward 7-Up, in Ikeja, Lagos State. The victims, comprising three adult males … Read more
Prince Clement Hasstrup to become 49th Owa of Obokun Prince Hasstrup Defeat Nine other Candidates Election Was Held Today Prince Clement Haastrup, former deputy governor of Osun State under the Isiaka Adeleke administration, has emerged as the new Owa Obokun of Ijesaland. Eko Hot Blog reports that Prince Hasstrup hails from the Bilaro Oluodo Ruling … Read more
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue has condemned in strong term the unprovoked attacks on Anwase Community in Kwande Local Government Area that led to the death of many innocent residents. This was contained in a press statement on Friday in Markurdi signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that unidentified … Read more
Air Peace has refuted the report making the rounds of a purported plane crash involving one of its aircraft in the Western Sahara region. It described the report as false, malicious and misleading. This was contained in a statement by the airline’s Head of Corporate Communications, Ejike Ndiulo, on Friday in Lagos. Ndiulo said the … Read more
Social media personality and activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has revealed a major financial loss following a hacking incident targeting his NGO’s account. In a video posted on Instagram on Friday, VeryDarkMan shared that over ₦180 million was stolen from the NGO’s account after hackers redirected the funds to an unknown account. … Read more
A survivor of the airstrike in Silame Local Government Area of Sokoto State has recounted the harrowing experience of watching her family perish in the tragic event. In an interview with BBC Hausa published the emotional woman, who requested anonymity, described how her father, mother, and four younger siblings were burnt to death during the … Read more
South Korea in Political Turmoil Weeks After Sacking the substantive President Lawmakers Impeach Acting president. Marital Laws Genesis of the problem In a dramatic turn of events, South Korea’s National Assembly voted on Friday to impeach acting President Han Duck-soo, citing his alleged involvement in an insurrection following the controversial declaration of martial law … Read more
Nigeria accused of sponsoring Terrorism Nigeria, Niger share borders to the North ECOWAS Reacts to Niger’s Accusations The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has firmly rejected allegations suggesting that Nigeria and other member states are involved in sponsoring terrorism. In a statement released on Thursday, ECOWAS expressed unwavering support for Nigeria’s peacekeeping … Read more
The suspect had only been out of Oko prison for two days John Agbontean 35yrs was arrested with a cut to size gun while attempting to rob in the church His accomplice narrowly escaped arrest Two days after his release from Oko Prison in Benin City, one-eyed ex-convict John Agbontean found himself back in police … Read more
DStv customers will have free access to all channels from December 27 to 29, regardless of their current subscription package, as part of a special holiday offer, MultiChoice Nigeria announced on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS NNPC Unveils Command Centre for Real-Time Monitoring of Hydrocarbon Operations ATCON Urges FG to Tackle Infrastructural Barriers Hindering Broadband Expansion BREAKING: … Read more
Airstrikes were reported in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, and the port city of Hudaydah. Targets included an airport, a military base in Sanaa, and a power station in Hudaydah. Initial reports, cited by AFP, did not confirm the number of casualties. Houthi-controlled media accused Israel of launching the strikes, but Israel has not made any official … Read more
CDS Defends Sokoto Airstrike on Terrorists Military to Investigate Civilian Casualties General Musa Appeals to Civilians to Avoid Criminals The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, reiterated on Thursday that the military’s recent airstrike in Sokoto State targeted only terrorists and criminals, dismissing claims that civilians were harmed in the operation. Speaking during his … Read more
A simple smile can do more than just brighten your face—it has the power to alter your brain chemistry, making you feel happier. Grounded in scientific research, the act of smiling, even when forced, can trigger changes in your brain that promote feelings of joy and reduce stress. This fascinating connection between facial expressions and … Read more
The kidneys are vital organs responsible for filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood. When they’re not functioning properly, the body often signals distress. EDITOR’S PICKS NNPC Unveils Command Centre for Real-Time Monitoring of Hydrocarbon Operations ATCON Urges FG to Tackle Infrastructural Barriers Hindering Broadband Expansion BREAKING: Sokoto Villages Hit by Airstrike Targeting Terrorists, … Read more
Nollywood actress Kiitan Bukola has opened up about her personal struggles and how her childhood experiences have influenced her views on marriage. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a recent interview with Biola Bayo, Bukola posited that while she cherishes the idea of marriage, she harbors deep fears about it due to her strong desire … Read more
Cancer remains one of the most challenging health issues today, but the good news is that what we eat can make a big difference in preventing it. EDITOR’S PICKS NNPC Unveils Command Centre for Real-Time Monitoring of Hydrocarbon Operations ATCON Urges FG to Tackle Infrastructural Barriers Hindering Broadband Expansion BREAKING: Sokoto Villages Hit by Airstrike … Read more