There was outrage among passengers and airline workers at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA ), Lagos on Saturday, September 7, following the arrest and harassment of the Duty Manager of Virgin Atlantic Airways and some other staff of the airline by some police officers who claimed to be acting on the instruction of the … Read more
-The leader of IPOB,Mazi Nnamdi Kanu warns Governors owing salaries to pay or else they will not be allowed to travel anywhere. The leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, (IPOB) Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has urged governors owing salaries to pay or else they would not be allowed to travel abroad. Kanu made … Read more
The Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Hon Agboola Ajayi has been decorated as the Patron of the Choir of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Bible Centre, in Akure, the state capital. The Pastor of the Church, Rotimi Akinya said the appointment was based on the fact that the Deputy Governor was a member of the … Read more
-South West Speakers meet in Lagos to finding lasting solutions to the security challenge in the region. The Conference of Speakers in the South West zone have met last night to hold its maiden meeting in Lagos with the focus of proffering lasting solutions to the lingering security threat confronting the region. … Read more
-IMF Executive Board announces nomination for the position of Managing director which closes September 6 and selection process will be concluded October 4. The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said that no more age limit for the position of Managing Director. The IMF also announced that nominations for the position … Read more
– Anthony Joshua has disclosed what he fears most about his Andy Ruiz – Joshua said about his upcoming opponent who took his IBF, WBA and WBO belts earlier this year According to him, sometimes the ones who are calm and chilled can bark back, and can definitely fight Anthony Joshua has claimed “sometimes the … Read more
– Comrade Adams Oshiomhole said President Buhari has done well in the first 100 days of his second term – Oshiomhole said President Buhari can beat his chest to say he has started well – According to him, nobody cannot call him Baba Go Slow now, this time, he is Baba Fast National Chairman … Read more
–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
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
– About 497 suspects have been arrested for looting shops in Gauteng Province, South Africa – The police said suspects started the looting shops quite a number of days before their arrest – The officers said they are on high alert monitoring the situation The South African police said on Friday, 0 6, that they … Read more
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
– 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
– 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
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
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 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
-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
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
-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 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