Francis Alimikhena (APC-Edo), one of the contesters in the race for Deputy President of the 9th Senate, says he is still in the race. Mr Alimikhena in an interview with journalists on Sunday in Abuja denied stepping down as being insinuated in some quarters, saying, “that will not happen.” He called on his supporters and … Read more
The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has kicked against the candidacy of Ahmed Lawan as President of the ninth Senate. The group made it known that the support Lawan is currently getting from chieftains within the All Peoples Congress (APC) is because of their personal ambitions ahead of the 2023 general elections, and not in … Read more
The widow of late Governor of Taraba State, Hauwa Suntai has remarried two years after the death of her husband, Danbaba Suntai. Hauwa is said to have remarried her sweetheart and a younger bridegroom, Haliru Saad Malami, aka San Turakin Malumfashi, who is the Chief Executive Officer, ITBAN Global Resources LTD. Hauwa, in her 50s. … Read more
President of the Eighth Senate, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has directed that the National Assembly Management should distribute his Severance Allowance to families of three victims of the insurgency in the North-East. He also directed that children of late senators be also included on the list of beneficiaries. He did not indicate how much this … Read more
The Lagos State Government (LASG) has debunked reports that there will be an environmental sanitation exercise on Saturday, June 9th, 2019. The state government made this known through a statement which was made available to Ekohotblog.com by Gboyega Akosile, the Deputy Chief Press Secretary to the Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. According to him, the … Read more
Weeks, after he was paraded along with nine suspected internet fraudsters by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), an Abuja-based music producer, has threatened to sue the anti-graft agency. The producer, Nasiru Ali, was arrested when EFCC officials raided suspects’ residence at Favour Land Estate, Life Camp in Abuja. According to the … Read more
As an entertainer and content producer who became a brand in controversial surroundings, Charly Boy, has admitted to being unbothered about his controversial nature. In a chat with Punch, Charly Boy, who has become an activist in recent years, said: “My middle name is ‘controversy’ and when people do certain things thinking it would hurt … Read more
Former Kennis Music act an songwriter, Jaywon said he might have benefited from the proceeds of internet fraud, better known in Nigeria as “Yahoo Yahoo.” However, the 33-year-old musician best known for his hit song, “This year” (Odun yi) said such could only have happened because he was unsure of the source of the money. … Read more
A year after his death, some associates of late Reggae music star, Ras Kimono, have announced plans to launch a foundation in his name. The foundation announced via a statement signed by Godfrey Osakwe on behalf of the associates. The statement further said the plans are led by Gideon Nwaomu, who owns Giddy’s Place, a … Read more
Nigerian music star, Dbanj, bought himself a new Rolls Royce to celebrate his birthday on Sunday. According to a stylist close to the “Emergency” singer, Swanky Jerry, D’Banj added the luxury car to his garage in celebration of turning just year shy of 40. “DO IT BIG , DO IT RIGHT , DO IT WITH … Read more
A gun battle between supporters of India’s ruling right-wing party and a regional rival has killed four people in West Bengal, police said Sunday, as violence raged in the tinderbox state. At least 18 others were injured in the clashes that broke out Saturday in the eastern state that has been on edge since Prime … Read more
Kelechi Ihenacho and Semi Ajayi have reportedly been cut from coach Gernot Rohrs squad for Africa Cup of Nations 2019. Both players were part of the 25-man provisional list released last month but will not be part of Nigeria’s team to the AFCON in Egypt. Iheanacho endured a less than prolific season in the premier … Read more
Five persons, including a couple, have been killed in a road accident in Abuja this morning. The accident was said to have occurred at about 8 a.m. near Setraco Junction along Kubwa Expressway. The sixth passenger who was seriously injured was rushed to the hospital, according to an official of the Federal Road Safety Corps … Read more
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has lamented that barely 24 hours after restoring the radio and television licences of Daar Communications Plc, Africa Independent Television and Raypower 100.5FM have resumed breaching of the broadcasting code. The NBC stated this in a statement on Saturday. The statement reads in part, “The National Broadcasting Commission wishes to … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Benin Zonal office, on Friday, has secured the conviction of Seventeen (17) illegal oil bunkers before Justice Nnamdi O. Dimgba of the Federal High Court sitting in Asaba Delta State. The convicts are Shola Ilurimi, Monday Atie, Mene Endurance, Demeyin Omolere, Olushoji Juwon, Omotehinse John, Aroyo Ade, … Read more
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian newspapers headlines for today, Sunday, June 9th, 2019. 1. LASG Warns Against Usage Of Unapproved Bus-Stops Lagos State Government has on Friday, warned those in the habit of picking and dropping passengers at undesignated bus stops, especially on the highways, to desist or face the full wrath … Read more
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the chiefs and leaders of Andoni Local Government Area to ensure the immediate release of three kidnapped expatriates of Raffoul Nigeria Limited who are involved in the construction of the Unity Road in the area. In a Government House press statement, signed by … Read more
Mr Godwin Emefiele, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), on Saturday emphasised the need to strengthen efforts over the coming years to stimulate growth and create jobs in critical sectors to insulate the economy from global shocks. Emefiele said this while giving a welcome address at a consultative roundtable titled, “Going for Growth” … Read more
Queen Elizabeth II on Saturday celebrated her 93rd birthday with a parade, a cause for Meghan, the duchess of Sussex and wife of Prince Harry, to make her first official engagement since the birth of their son Archie in May. Elizabeth II is the Queen of the UK and the other Commonwealth realms. She was … Read more
Sudanese security forces have arrested two prominent rebels and an opposition leader, a day after they met the Ethiopian premier during his reconciliation mission to Khartoum, their aides said Saturday. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, who has emerged as a key regional leader, met representatives of both sides on Friday in a bid to revive talks … Read more