South East Govs: We Never Proscribe IPOB

–The South East Governors said that they never proscribed IPOB but only banned their activities in the region for peace to reign. The Chairman of the South-East Governors’ Forum, Chief David Umahi has said on Thursday that they never proscribed IPOB, but rather they banned their activities in the region. The Ebonyi State governor, who … Read more

Buhari to Re-present Magu to Senate For Confirmation

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According to information gathered, President Muhammadu Buhari may re-present Ibrahim Magu, the Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to the Senate for confirmation as the substantive chairman of the anti-graft agency. A presidency source who does not want his name in print disclosed this. Read More: Samuel Eto’o Retires From Active … Read more

Samuel Eto’o Retires From Active Football

Ex-Barcelona and Chelsea striker, Samuel Eto’o, has announced his retirement from football at the age of 38. Widely regarded as one of Africa’s greatest-ever players, Eto’o will be most fondly remembered for his time at Barcelona, where he won four La Liga titles and two Champions League trophies. Read Also: Oyo PDP Leaders, Gov. Seyi … Read more

EFCC Storms Fake Bank In Kano, Recovers Firearms As Operators Flee

– Two suspected Ponzi scheme operators in Kano have been arrested by the EFCC – Reports claimed that they were operating it under the name, MGB Global Market – Laptops, desktops, POS machines, tokens and other documents were recovered during the commission operation The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested the duo of … Read more

Lagos Community Lauds Sanwo-Olu Over Sanitation

Snacks For Thought: Sanwo-Olu Feeds Children On Lagos Island

– Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been commended by residents of Agbede, Ikorodu for sanitizing the area  – The residents said Sanwo-Olu government has ordered the clearing and dredging of the canal in the area which links about seven communities – The chairman of the dredging committee, Adebowale Awobajo, appealed to the people of the communities … Read more

Oyo PDP Leaders, Gov. Seyi Makinde At Loggerhead Over Appointments

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Alleged crisis tearing Oyo State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) apart is taking a new dimension as party leaders have reportedly threatened to stay away from the governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, allegedly over recent appointments he made in his cabinet. Makinde had focused his attention on appointing technocrats into government. But according to … Read more

Nigerian News From EkohotBlog: Major Headlines Today Saturday, September 7th, 2019

Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Saturday, September 7th, 2019 1. Court Sentences Teenager To 8 Weeks In Prison For Traffic Violation A Magistrates’ Court in Minna on Friday sentenced an 18-year-old, Yusuf Mohammed, to eight weeks in prison for violating traffic rules. READ MORE 2. Sanwo-Olu Gives Stewardship, Lists … Read more

73 Years Old Woman Gives Birth To Twins

-73 years old Erramatti Mangayamma gave birth to twin girls after several years of marriage. Erramatti Mangayamma 73, a farmer from the southern state of Andhra Pradesh has given birth to twins. She became pregnant through IVF and doctors delivered the babies via caesarian section on Thursday. Dr. Sanakayyala Umashankar said: “The surgery went well … Read more

LASG Urges Adherence To A Unified School Calendar

  -Lagos state Government calls on all private schools to adhere to unified school calendar. The Lagos State Government has reiterated the need for all public and private schools in the State to adhere to the Unified School Calendar and resume studies on Monday, September 9, 2019. The State Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo … Read more

Court Sentences Teenager To 8 Weeks In Prison For Traffic Violation

A Magistrates’ Court in Minna on Friday sentenced an 18-year-old, Yusuf Mohammed, to eight weeks in prison for violating traffic rules. The police charged Mr Mohammed with four counts of dangerous driving, failing to obey traffic rules, driving without plate number and driving without side mirror. In her ruling, Mariam Kings, sentenced Mr Muhammed after … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Gives Stewardship, Lists Achievement In 100 Days

-Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-olu gives account of 100 days in office Before a joyous gathering of residents and All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday gave account of his stewardship in the last 100 days as Governor of Lagos State. His administration, the Governor said, has brought relief to the people of … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Re-States Commitment To Crime-Free Lagos

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-Sanwo-olu commissions 125 patrol vehiclesand 35 patrol motorcycle for security operatives in the state Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has re-stated his administration’s commitment towards ensuring that Lagos is crime-free. He made this known at the commissioning of 125 patrol vehicles and 35 patrol motorcycles for the use of security operatives in the … Read more

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