The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, police command has arrested eight suspects and recovered seven vehicles over ‘one chance’ robbery in the territory in one week. The Commissioner of Police in charge of the FCT Command, Olatunji Disu, disclosed this during a media briefing on Thursday in Abuja. Dusu said three Point of Sale, POS, machines, … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Mr. Lere Olayinka, has explained the rationale behind the revocation of a multi-million naira land allocated to Paulosa Nigeria Ltd nearly 40 years ago. He also dismissed allegations of land grabbing against the … Read more
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman and Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie are leading Nigeria’s bid for honours at this year’s CAF Awards, having made the final shortlist in their respective categories. The awards will be presented on Monday in Marrakesh, Morocco. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
The Okemagba Development Association (ODA) is set to organise its Presidential Gala event for 2024 on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Speaking about the event, the incumbent chairman of the association, Otunba Felix Awolaja, stated that the Gala is not just a celebration but a call to action for all members of the community to rally … Read more
The National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya, widely known as MC Oluomo, led a distinguished delegation to meet with the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, at the minister’s office in Abuja on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the visit, announced … Read more
World record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, is reportedly training in Jamaica under the guidance of renowned coach Glen Mills, who is famous for mentoring multiple world record holder and fastest man in the world, Usain Bolt. Radio Jamaica Sports reports that Amusan, who has been training in Jamaica since September — … Read more
Organized Labour Insists on NLNG Model for Refinery Privatization Organized Labour has reiterated its opposition to the outright sale of public refineries, proposing instead a privatization model similar to the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) structure, where the private sector holds a majority stake while the government, workers, and host communities retain minority stakes. EDITOR’S … Read more
Rasmus Højlund came on as a substitute and scored twice, helping Manchester United recover from a goal deficit to secure a crucial Europa League victory against Viktoria Plzeň. The win propels Ruben Amorim’s side into the top eight, putting them in a strong position to automatically advance to the competition’s last 16. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, the daughter of former Delta State Governor James Ibori and representative of Ethiope Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, has described her defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the best decision of her political career. Ibori-Suenu accused the PDP of attempting to hinder her political … Read more
A Lagos court sentenced Bamidele Folorunsho to 10 years for indecent treatment and sexual assault of a minor, including fondling her. Justice Rahman Oshodi sentenced Bamidele Folorunsho to 10 years after he pleaded guilty to his act of indecency. Initially arraigned in 2021, he changed his plea during a re-arraignment on December 11, 2024. Folorunsho … Read more
An investigation into alleged rape and sexual assault in Stockholm, reportedly involving Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé, has been closed due to a lack of sufficient evidence, the Swedish prosecutor announced on Thursday. The 25-year-old French football star, widely regarded as one of the sport’s biggest names, was in Stockholm from October 9 to 11 … Read more
Lecturers in Bauchi State-owned polytechnics, colleges, and monotechnics, under the Joint Action Committee (JAC) of academic and non-academic staff, have announced a two-week warning strike over the government’s failure to meet their demands regarding the new minimum wage. The union had previously issued a 21-day ultimatum on November 19, calling for the implementation of the … Read more
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) says for the second consecutive year, conflict zones have proven dangerous for journalists and media workers, with 2024 seeing at least 68 deaths in the line of duty. More than 60 per cent of these killings occurred in countries experiencing conflict – the highest percentage in … Read more
The naira appreciated against the dollar in both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets on Thursday. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the naira closed at N1,532 per dollar, up from N1,545 on Wednesday. Similarly, data from FMDQ indicated that the naira strengthened to N1,534.35 per dollar on Thursday, compared … Read more
French President Emmanuel Macron will delay naming France’s next prime minister until Friday (today), according to the Elysée Palace, as he seeks to end months of political stalemate following the ousting of Michel Barnier in a no-confidence vote last week. Macron, who cut short a visit to Poland on Thursday, was initially expected to announce … Read more
There was a mild drama on the floor of the Senate on Thursday when Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, stormed out in anger after being prevented from presenting a motion on demolitions in Abuja. The incident happened during a plenary session, which was said to be proceeding smoothly until Senate President … Read more
Queen Dami, the estranged wife of the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, has announced the end of her relationship with controversial Nigerian singer, Portable. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the split follows a heated incident during Dami’s TikTok live session, where Portable interrupted to question her activities online and insinuate she was practicing … Read more
The Attorney General of the Federation, AGF and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN on Thursday said that any state governor who tampers with funds belonging to their Local Government Areas will be guilty of gross misconduct, which is an impeachable offence. The AGF while addressing the 2024 annual conference of the National Association … Read more
The Federal Government plans to establish creative villages of arts in all states, Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced after the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting. Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced that the Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy plans to create “Renewed Hope Creative Villages” at historic sites across Nigeria. The initiative aims … Read more
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has shared insights into his recent meeting with former President Muhammadu Buhari during a two-day courtesy visit to Daura, Katsina State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the revered monarch commended Buhari for his unwavering dedication to Nigeria’s progress during his tenure, highlighting the former leader’s unique experiences as … Read more