The Education Rights Campaign (ERC) has condemned the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for excluding Higher National Diploma (HND) graduates who completed their National Diploma (ND) through part-time programs. ERC described this policy as discriminatory and a setback to the efforts of hardworking Nigerian students. In a statement signed by Deputy National Coordinator Ogunjimi Isaac … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that he Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has commenced its 2025 Budget Retreat with a call from the Executive Chairman, Otunba-Akogun Wale Raji Anomo, for the proposed budget to reflect the aspirations and needs of the people, with a focus on economic prosperity and infrastructural development. While declaring the retreat open, Chairman … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. (Princess) Surah Animashaun, has been recognized as the Epe Division Community Annual Award (EDCAA) Female Ambassador of the Year 2024. This prestigious accolade acknowledges her exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment to the development of Epe Local Government. As the first female local government chairman … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Division Community Annual Award (EDCAA) celebrated its 5th edition in a grand event that honored the remarkable sons and daughters of Epe Division for their contributions to community development and excellence. Themed Rewarding Excellence: Inspiring Community Development and Societal Impact, the ceremony, organized by the Concerned Nation Builders Initiative (CNI) … Read more
The Member of the House of Representatives, Rep. Wale Raji, has emerged as the Epe Division Man of the Year at the 5th Edition of the CNI EDCAA Gala. The Concerned Nation-Builders Initiative (CNI) organized the 5th edition of the Epe Division Community Annual Award on Thursday, December 12, 2024, recognizing, celebrating, and rewarding outstanding … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Rep. Wale Raji, representing Epe Federal Constituency, was honored with a special award as the Man of the Year 2024 during the 5th edition of the Epe Division Community Annual Award (EDCAA). The award, presented on his birthday, recognized his hard work and numerous achievements in developing the Epe community. The award … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Rep. Wale Raji, the member representing Epe Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on Livestock Development, has expressed heartfelt appreciation for the overwhelming love and support he received on his birthday. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has imposed a fine of ₦150 million on Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) found guilty of supplying mint naira notes to currency hawkers. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun … Read more
The Concerned Nation-builders Initiative in collaboration with SEOL Investment Communication Limited hosted the 5th edition of Epe Division Community Annual Award on Thursday, December 12, 2024, recognized, celebrated and rewarded outstanding personalities in 2024. The event was held at the Lagos Theater Hall in Epe where nominated and shortlisted candidates were presented with several glass … Read more
The Honorable Chairman of Epe Local Government was declared and awarded the Epe Ambassador of the Year at the CNI 2024 EDCAA Gala at the Lagos Theatre, Epe. The Concerned Nation-Builders Initiative (CNI), in collaboration with SEOL Investment Communication Media, organized the 5th edition of the Epe Division Community Annual Award (EDCAA) on Thursday, December … Read more
Four white rhinos and several other animals died in Zimbabwe after drinking from Lake Chivero, which was polluted with cyanobacteria. The lake, 30 km from Harare, also supplies water to the capital. The cyanobacteria is toxic to both animals and humans. ZimParks spokesperson Tinashe Farawo blamed water pollution, including raw sewage from Harare, for the … Read more
Concerned Nation building Initiative (CNI), in collaboration with SEOL Investment Communications Limited, hosted the 5th edition of Epe Division Community Annual Award in recognition of outstanding leaders in year 2024. The event was held at the Lagos Theater Hall in Epe on Thursday, December 12, 2024, to recognize, celebrate and reward outstanding individuals, groups and … Read more
One man died, and 40 people are missing after a migrant boat sank off Crete early Saturday, according to the Greek coastguard. Thirty-nine survivors were rescued. A large rescue operation is underway south of Gavdos Island after a migrant boat capsized shortly after midnight, the Greek coastguard reported. An Italian frigate and helicopters are assisting, … Read more
Dr. Temitope Mayegun, CEO of Avila Naturalle, has been named Social Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2024 African Women Entrepreneurship and Innovation Forum in Johannesburg, South Africa. The AWEIF Awards celebrate outstanding women entrepreneurs driving positive change in Africa. The Social Entrepreneur of the Year award honors those with exceptional social impact, innovation, and … Read more
At least five people have died, 40 are reported missing, and 39 have been rescued after a migrant boat sank off the Greek island of Gavdos, south of Crete, according to Greece’s coastguard. The boat capsized shortly after midnight on Saturday, prompting a large-scale rescue operation involving vessels and aircraft. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
Afrobeat musician and activist Seun Kuti has called on African leaders to ban British Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch from entering the continent. He went further, advocating that Badenoch be jailed should she set foot in Africa, accusing her of disrespecting African people and their ancestors with her remarks about colonialism. Kuti’s comments come in … Read more
At least three people were killed and dozens injured after an explosive device was thrown into a crowd at the Red Cross Doi Loyfa fair in Thailand’s northern Tak province late Friday night. The attack occurred shortly before midnight local time in Umphang district, where the annual festival was underway. Two suspects have been detained, … Read more
Jay-Z’s lawyer has called for the dismissal of a lawsuit accusing him and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000, citing inconsistencies in her allegations. The plaintiff, identified as Jane Doe, claims the two musicians drugged and assaulted her at a house party after the MTV Video Music Awards. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has acknowledged the harsh economic realities in Nigeria, appealing to citizens to endure what he described as “unintentional hardship” caused by necessary reforms. Speaking during the 48th convocation ceremony of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, Tinubu, represented by the Special Adviser on Economy to the Vice President, Tope Fasua, … Read more
The former Deputy Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon. Enema Paul, has passed away. He died early Saturday at a private hospital in Abuja following a battle with an undisclosed illness. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better … Read more