The National Economic Council (NEC) will review reports on the establishment of state police during its meeting today at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The session, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, aims to deliberate on findings and recommendations from committees tasked with evaluating the feasibility of state policing as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s … Read more
Residents of Okuama in Ughelli South Local Government Area, Delta State, are in shock and anger following the death of their 81-year-old treasurer, Pa Dennis Okugbaye, while in military detention. EKO HOT BLOG reports that his tragic event occurred just six days after the death of Pa James Oghoroko, the community’s President-General, who also passed … Read more
Embattled South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has defended his controversial decision to declare martial law last week, asserting that it was a necessary move to protect the nation’s democracy. In a surprise televised address on Thursday, Yoon explained that the declaration was a legal action taken to “prevent the collapse” of democracy and counter … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will host the 18th annual Lagos State Town Hall Meeting on Security, a key summit designed to address security challenges and solutions in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, announced in a statement on Wednesday that the event, themed “Data & … Read more
Danlami Abdullahi Saku, the Chairman of Katcha Local Government Area in Niger State, has reportedly died following a tragic road accident. According to reports obtained by EKO HOT BLOG on Wednesday, two other individuals in the vehicle sustained varying degrees of injuries in the incident. The accident occurred on Tuesday evening near Kwakuti village along the … Read more
The Bayelsa State Government has approved a minimum wage of ₦80,000 for local government workers, following pressure from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). Acting Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo announced the decision during a meeting at the Government House with stakeholders, including representatives from the NLC, TUC, Nigeria Union of Local … Read more
Two individuals lost their lives in an explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, on Wednesday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the tragic incident occurred at a housing estate under construction in Dalwa, a community located 175 kilometers from Maiduguri. The estate, which consists of 200 units, … Read more
FBI Director Christopher Wray announced on Wednesday that he will resign before President-elect Donald Trump takes office next month, following weeks of consideration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Wray’s decision comes amid Trump’s indication that he would remove Wray from his position. Trump has already nominated Kash Patel, a vocal critic of the FBI, to lead … Read more
Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, says the interest and welfare of the citizens in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger remain priority for leaders of Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS. This is as the president assured that wisdom and diplomacy will make the difference in reintegrating the countries into the commission. Receiving the President of … Read more
Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has successfully undergone surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right hand. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian shot-stopper confirmed the success of the procedure on Wednesday, expressing his gratitude to the medical team and promising to support his teammates as he focuses on his recovery. EDITOR’S … Read more
Martins Ortse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has refuted allegations that he threatened the life of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), following the revocation of a land allocated to the family of the late Colonel Paul Osakpamwan Ogbebor. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the controversy began after a video surfaced … Read more
The Nigerian Police Command in Borno has apprehended two suspects and recovered 25 stolen mobile phones during a stop-and-search operation along Damboa Road, in Maiduguri. The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso, disclosed this in a statement in Maiduguri on Wednesday. Daso explained that the suspects, identified as Ibrahim Abubako, and Ibrahim Mohammed, were … Read more
The lawnaker representing Edo North Senatorial District, Adams Oshiomhole, says his son, Cyril, is qualified to the Commissioner of Health in Edo state. Oshiomhole stated this on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Wednesday. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that in November, Governor Monday Okphebolo of Edo state appointed Cyril as health commissioner just after the … Read more
The exchange rate between the naira and the US dollar fell to approximately N1,745/$1 on the parallel market on Wednesday, marking a sharp decline from the N1,600/$1 levels recorded at the end of last week. On various platforms, peer-to-peer (P2P) exchanges quoted rates as low as N1,715/$, while some International Money Transfer Operators reported rates … Read more
Substitute Ferran Torres delivered a game-changing performance, scoring twice in 10 minutes to secure Barcelona a thrilling 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday, clinching their spot in the Champions League knockout phase. Raphinha opened the scoring for Barcelona in the 53rd minute, calmly finishing after a precise Dani Olmo pass during a swift counterattack. … Read more
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum, NGF, on Wednesday night held an in-person meeting at the Forum’s Secretariat in Abuja. It was gathered that fifteen governors, mainly of the All Progressives Congress, APC, were present at the meeting as of the time of filing this report. Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, of the Labour Party, LP, and … Read more
Dangote Refinery has officially commenced the export of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to Cameroon, marking its first-ever international shipment and a significant milestone for Africa’s largest oil refinery. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this groundbreaking export, announced in a statement by Dangote Refinery on Wednesday, results from a strategic partnership with Neptune Oil, a leading … Read more
Manchester City’s struggles deepened on Wednesday as they suffered a damaging defeat to Juventus, jeopardizing their chances of advancing to the Champions League knockout stage. Second-half goals from Dusan Vlahovic and Weston McKennie sealed a crucial 2-0 victory for the home side, strengthening Juventus’s bid to secure automatic progression as one of the top eight … Read more
Bukayo Saka delivered a standout performance, scoring twice as Arsenal defeated Monaco to solidify their position as strong contenders for the Champions League knockout stages. The Gunners dominated the first half, creating numerous opportunities but failing to convert enough to put the game out of reach earlier. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As … Read more
Dr. ChiChi Aniagolu-Okoye, Regional Director of Ford Foundation West Africa, stressed the importance of the rule of law for good governance and socio-economic stability at the 2024 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Enugu Law Week. Dr. Aniagolu-Okoye highlighted that strengthening the rule of law can address Nigeria’s economic challenges, promote growth, attract investments, and reduce poverty. … Read more