Syrian rebel forces have destroyed the tomb of former president Hafez al-Assad, father of ousted president Bashar al-Assad, in their hometown of Qardaha. The move follows a swift and decisive offensive led by Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), which toppled the Assad dynasty’s 54-year rule. Verified videos show armed rebels chanting as they set … Read more
A Russian missile strike has claimed the lives of at least eight people and injured 22 others, including a child, in the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, according to local authorities. The Tuesday attack targeted a private clinic and residential buildings in the city centre, leaving five individuals feared trapped beneath the rubble, police said. … Read more
Nigeria was plunged into darkness on Wednesday after the national power grid collapsed once again. EKO HOT BLOG reports the grid has now collapsed 11 times between January and November 2024. In October alone, the grid experienced three collapses within a single week, leading to widespread blackouts and significant public outcry. The official Twitter account … Read more
Goods worth millions of naira were destroyed by fire at the popular Alaba Rago market in the Ojo area of Lagos state on Wednesday. In a statement, Lagos State Emergency Management Authority’s (LASEMA) Permanent Secretary, Femi Oke-Osayintolu, said the fire started at midnight. He added that the LASEMA team responded to distress calls, activated the … Read more
NAFDAC, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, destroyed ₦10.99 billion worth of expired, fake, and unregistered products in Ibadan, Oyo state. The items, collected from five South West states and Kwara, were destroyed at the Akinyele Dumpsite. NAFDAC DG, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, was represented by Mrs. Roseline O. Ajayi. The destruction was observed by Dr. Akin … Read more
The Senate on Wednesday officially declared the seat of Governor Monday Okpebholo vacant and called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to organize a bye-election to fill the position. Okpebholo, who represented the Edo Central Senatorial District, vacated his seat after being elected and inaugurated as the Governor of Edo State last month. Senate … Read more
A mild drama unfolded in Abuja on Tuesday as a group of youths confronted Fred Agbedi, a member of the House of Representatives from Bayelsa, who claimed to have held political office for about 32 years. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the youths criticized him for clinging to power, questioning whether there are no other … Read more
A new UNICEF report shows progress in birth registration, with nearly 80 percent of children under five registered in the past five years. However, 150 million children remain unregistered, lacking official recognition. UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell calls for stronger efforts to ensure every child is registered at birth. Birth registration is crucial for a … Read more
An Allied Air Cargo aircraft with registration number 5N-JRT veered off Runway 22 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, leading to a temporary closure of the airport. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) confirmed the incident, which occurred at 10:05 a.m., and stated that five individuals were … Read more
Christmas in Nigeria is a vibrant celebration filled with family reunions, festive decorations, and a rich tapestry of music that welcomes the holiday season. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Christmas songs and carols often blend traditional rhythms with contemporary sounds, reflecting the country’s cultural diversity and cheerful spirit throughout the festivities. Here are … Read more
Countries with the lowest female populations relative to males are largely those with significant male labor immigration, especially in the Gulf region. These nations have a skewed gender ratio, primarily due to the influx of male migrant workers in industries such as construction and services. In contrast, countries like Russia, Latvia, and Japan have more … Read more
The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Sam Amadi, has stated that the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) compromised Nigeria’s 2023 elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Amadi, a former Executive Chairman and CEO of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), argued that it was INEC officials, not … Read more
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued an alert regarding the recall of one batch of Deekins Amoxycillin 500mg Capsules, manufactured by Ecomed Pharma Ltd and marketed by DevineKings Pharmaceutical Ltd. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the affected batch, identified by lot number 4C639001, is being recalled following reports … Read more
Fourteen Nigerian fishermen were reportedly killed by Boko Haram terrorists in Niger’s Diffa district. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the victims, who had fled violence in northeastern Nigeria, were ambushed on Sunday while fishing near Bosso, a location close to the Nigerian border. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, … Read more
Residents of Kano are growing increasingly concerned about the resurgence of violent clashes between rival thugs, particularly in the wake of a recent altercation following a football match at Sani Abacha Stadium in Kofar Mata. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and … Read more
Prof. Iliyasu Usman, the first Igbo Muslim appointed as Chief Imam of Abuja National Mosque, has said he embraces positive Igbo cultural values while rejecting aspects that conflict with his Islamic faith. He made this statement during his unveiling alongside four other Imams by NSCIA Secretary-General, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede. Prof. Iliyasu Usman, from Enugu State, … Read more
Chairman, Edo State Chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Jarrett Tenebe, has defended the state governor, Monday Okpebholo, after public criticism of his presentation of the 2025 budget estimates before the State House of Assembly on Tuesday. Netizens had taken to social media to ridicule the governor for allegedly stuttering over numeric figures … Read more
Health sector unions in Lagos State, including National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Nigeria Union of Allied Health Professionals (NUAHP), Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria (MHWUN), and Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU), began a three-day warning strike on Wednesday over the non-implementation of adjustments to the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS). … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday, officially commissioned the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Technology Innovation Complex at the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) headquarters. The state-of-the-art complex is named after the president and aims to revolutionize the country’s migration and border management processes. The complex includes several key components: the Command and Control Centre (for regular migration), … Read more
Police conducted a raid on the presidential office a week after President Yoon Suk Yeol’s failed attempt to impose martial law. Reports indicate that Yoon was not present during the raid. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate Trump On Presidential Win Thousands Of ‘Trained’ Combatants … Read more