Nigeria’s headline inflation rose to 34.60% in November 2024, marking a significant surge in the costs of goods and services across the country. EkoHotBlog reliably gathered that to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data released by the Nigeria Bureau of Statistics (NBS), represents a 0.72% increase from 33.88% in October. The sharp rise in … Read more
The Immediate past Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has accused his successor, Monday Okpebholo, of undermining the operations of the Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS). EKO HOT BLOG reports that Obaseki, through his Media Adviser, Crusoe Osagie via a statement, accused Okpebholo of mismanagement, claiming his actions have undermined the advancements made in the state’s … Read more
Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma, popularly known as Bovi, has revealed that his child, who broke his television three times, has speech and communication issues. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in an interview, Bovi spoke out against the practice of flogging children as punishment for misbehavior. He argued that flogging might sometimes be more about expressing … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit accusing a newspaper and a polling firm of engaging in “brazen election interference” by publishing a pre-election survey that downplayed his popularity. The lawsuit, filed late Monday, targets The Des Moines Register newspaper, its parent company Gannett, and pollster Ann Selzer. Trump claims they intentionally underestimated his support … Read more
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has approved the nominations for membership of the Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOPADEC) and the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC). EKO HOT BLOG reliably gathered that the governor confirmed the nominations are effective immediately. The secretary to the state government, Musa Ikhilor also … Read more
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has revealed that a critical staff shortage is hampering its ability to perform regulatory duties effectively. EKO HOT BLOG reports that NAFDAC Director-General, Mojisola Adeyeye, addressed the issue of inadequate staffing during a press briefing. She emphasized that while NAFDAC is primarily known for … Read more
Mauritius, under new PM Navin Ramgoolam, has revised the Chagos Islands deal, calling the original terms inadequate. The initial agreement, announced in October, involved the UK transferring sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, while retaining a 99-year lease for Diego Garcia, which hosts a significant UK-US military airbase. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East … Read more
Media personality and Nollywood actress, Nancy Isime, has shared the inspiring story of how she fulfilled her father’s lifelong dream of owning a fully completed home and achieved a major milestone in her own life. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a heartfelt Instagram post, the actress recounted her humble beginnings, recalling the struggles her … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Edo State has faulted the suspension of chairmen in the 18 local governments of the state by the House of Assembly. In a statement by the state PDP Chairman, Anthony Aziegbemi on Tuesday in Benin, the party described the action as unconstitutional, null and void. Aziegbemi explained that the … Read more
Nollywood actress Faithia Williams has expressed her frustration with an unidentified colleague for blocking her on social media. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a TikTok video circulating online, the actress addressed the issue in a lighthearted yet pointed manner, saying: “Hey, they said you blocked me. Please, if you blocked me on earth, did … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has set a daily withdrawal limit on Point-of-Sale, PoS, terminals to N100,000 per customer. This was contained in a circular the apex bank sent to all Deposit Money Banks, DMBs, Microfinance Banks, mobile money operators and super-agents. In the circular titled ‘Cash-out limits for agent banking transactions,’ the CBN … Read more
The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, says Nigerians paid N2.23tn as ransom to kidnappers in twelve months between May 2023 and April 2024. The bureau’s latest Crime Experience and Security Perception Survey report published on Tuesday, revealed that 65 per cent of households affected by kidnapping paid ransoms for the release of their loved ones … Read more
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has predicted dust haze from Wednesday to Friday accross the country. NiMet’s weather outlook released on Tuesday in Abuja envisaged moderate dust haze on Wednesday with visibility range from 2Km to 5km in the northern region. The agency said localised visibility of less than or equal to 1km is expected … Read more
Canada has vowed to introduce a comprehensive set of new security measures along its border with the US, including enhanced surveillance and the creation of a joint “strike force” aimed at tackling transnational organized crime. This commitment comes in response to a threat from President-elect Donald Trump, who has warned that, starting in January, he … Read more
The Naira gained further against the dollar at the official and parallel foreign exchange markets on Tuesday. FMDQ data showed that the Naira strengthened to N1,544.05 per dollar on Tuesday from N1,545.10, exchanged on Monday. This showed that the Naira recorded a N1.05 gain compared to N1545.10 per dollar traded on the previous day. Similarly, … Read more
The Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has released its preliminary report on the Sikorsky S76C helicopter crash that occurred near Bonny Finima, Port Harcourt, in the Atlantic Ocean. The report includes findings from this crash and the final investigation reports of six other incidents at Nigerian airports. Dr. Alex Badeh Jnr, the Director General of … Read more
Brazilian football legend Ronaldo has announced his candidacy for president of the country’s football association, aiming to “restore the prestige” of the national team. The 48-year-old, who earned 98 caps for Brazil, will challenge current Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) president Ednaldo Rodrigues for the role. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant … Read more
Tunde Adeparusi, a security expert, has expressed his frustration over the lack of justice six years after being struck by a stray bullet allegedly fired by police officers in Lagos. Ekohotblog reports that the incident happened on July 20, 2018, when Adeparusi was on his way to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The officers were … Read more
Joey Barton, the former footballer from Widnes, has been charged with two additional counts of malicious communication, Cheshire Police confirmed. The 41-year-old had previously been charged for similar offences involving tweets directed at former women’s footballer Eni Aluko. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call … Read more
Spanish football star Aitana Bonmatí has claimed the Best Women’s Player award at The Best FIFA Football Awards 2024, marking her second consecutive win and further cementing her status as one of the sport’s elite. The accolade adds to her two Ballon d’Or titles, making her one of the most decorated players of her generation. … Read more