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 of the law. The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Transportation, Dr. Taiwo Salaam, who handed down the warning, stated that the practice would … Read more
Sonny Echono, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, says every qualified and licenced teacher would be employed as part of efforts to rid the educational sector of unqualified teachers. Mr Echono said this while monitoring the May Diet of the Teachers Professional Qualifying Examination (PQE) organised by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) in Abuja … Read more
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council (OYC), on Saturday, said denial by Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria of its threat to attack Southeast over non-provision grazing land was a tactic to get back to the people ‘unawares’ and ‘unprepared’. The Zonal Chairman, Miyetti Allah, Southeast, Alhaji Gidado Siddiki, denied a report that they would … Read more
No fewer than 19 passengers were burnt to death on Saturday in an accident along the Akure-Owo Expressway in Ondo State. Confirming the incident, the Public Relations Officer of the Ondo State Police Command, Femi Joseph, said that bodies of the victims had been deposited at the mortuary of the Ondo State General Hospital in … Read more
Mutiu Okunola, a former Organising Secretary of the PDP in the state, also the Peoples Democratic Party candidate for Ikeja Federal Constituency in the last elections has defected to the All Peoples Congress. The former PDP Chieftain who lost to the candidate of the APC, Mr. James Faleke, who is the federal lawmaker representing the … Read more
The Governor of Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu, has approved the immediate dissolution of the Abia State Civil Service Commission. This was contained in a brief statement issued to newsmen, on Saturday, by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Onyebuchi Ememanka. According to the statement, “The former Chairman and Members of the Commission are to hand over … Read more
Dominic Thiem on Saturday defeated World No. 1, Novak Djokovic to set up a French Open final against Rafael Nadal who had defeated Roger Federer a day earlier. Thiem, who ended Djokovic’s dream to become the second male player in history to hold all Grand Slam titles at the same time twice, did it the … Read more
After powering Portugal past Switzerland to book a UEFA Nations League final date with Netherlands, Cristiano Ronaldo is confident he and his teammates can land another title. Speaking to Europe’s governing body’s website ahead of the final, the Portugal captain said: “It’s my country and wearing this shirt is a great honour. Obviously, being part … Read more
General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleman, in a post published via his official Twitter handle on Saturday accused the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan of looting ‘so much money’ from the government treasury. Suleiman, a fierce critic of the current administration under President Muhammadu Buhari, wrote: “Someone asked me why I’m … Read more
A fellow Chelsea player who made the move to Real Madrid at the end of the 2017/2018 Season, Thibaut Courtois is confident that new Real Madrid signing, Eden Hazard, will have no problems adapting to life is Spain. All round, Courtois, also an international teammate of Hazard, expressed delight that the Belgium star is moving … Read more
Manchester City have been assured of a maintenance of the status quo no matter what happens in their ongoing Financial Fair Play (FFP) case by UEFA. Their coach, Pep Guardiola, made the assurance to the Premier League champions management, saying he’s staying even if they are barred from playing in the Champions League. According to … Read more
With Lagos known to draw the attention of both natives, residents and strangers with ease, Kizz Daniel has paid tribute to the Centre of Excellence in his new song. The Afrobeat singer made this announcement on his Instagram handle @iamkizzdaniel, where he dropped the following message, “Sakimakoparikaka !!! “EKO” audio out now !!!! ?? #EKO … Read more
Kano State residents have commended the reconciliation of Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje with the Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II by a committee initiated by Alhaji Aliko Dangote and Gov. Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State in Abuja on Friday. According to the residents, the reconciliation was in the best interest of peace in the state … Read more
Actor Denzel Washington has been honoured for a pioneering yet stellar career spanning a total of five decades. And with Washington having over two Oscars that opened the door for a generation of black movie stars. His frequent collaborator and legensary spSpike Lee presented the 64-year-old with the American Film Institute (AFI) Life Achievement award … Read more
Global music icon, Madonna, has reacted an in-depth profile written about her by the New York Times. The New York Times Magazine feature “Madonna at Sixty” by “intellectual feminist” Vanessa Grigoriadis, is an all-access retrospective of the iconic entertainer’s career that tries to make sense of Madonna’s place in the evolving music industry. For Madonna, … Read more
In a statement by his Special Assistant on Electronic Media, Simeon Nwakaudu, on Saturday, 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 … Read more
A Romanian woman has been apprehended in Sicily for forcing her 13-year-old daughter into prostitution, to obtain money, cigarettes, drinks, the use of a shower or a place to sleep. In a statement, Italian police said they also arrested four men who sexually abused the teenager, including a 90-year-old. According to the police, “They will … Read more
Have you read the recent latest stories from Ekohotblog.com? Here are the latest CLICK ON HEADLINE TO READ COMPLETE STORY OF THE CLICKED HEADLINE 1. Clerics To Get Licence Before Preaching In Kaduna Just a few hours before the end of their four years legislative duties, members of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, on … 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
