Google on Tuesday released its annual ‘2024 Year in Search’ report, spotlighting Bobrisky, Beta Edu, Shallipopi, and Ogechi lyrics as some of the top trending searches in Nigeria this year. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade, Communications and Public Affairs Manager for Google West Africa, announced the findings in a statement. He explained that … Read more
The Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, has ordered the remand of human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, in prison custody. Farotimi was returned to custody after the court adjourned the hearing of his bail application to December 20, 2024, Naija News reports. His arraignment follows allegations of defamation leveled against him by Senior Advocate of … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory High Court, on Tuesday, remanded the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello in Kuje Correctional Centre pending his bail application. Justice Maryann Anenih also adjourned hearing in the N110bn money laundering case brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to January 29 and 30 and February … Read more
The company behind Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram has removed over two million scam-related accounts from Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos, the UAE, and the Philippines this year. The company reported removing 15,000 phishing URLs in Vietnam and 9,000 in Singapore this year. In collaboration with Graphika, Meta uncovered three major scams targeting holiday shoppers: fake gift box … Read more
The price of refilling Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, has shown significant fluctuations across Nigeria this week, with consumers facing varying costs of between ₦1,300 and ₦1,500 per kilogram. This inconsistency is attributed to a combination of seasonal demand, transportation challenges, and global market influences. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East … Read more
There is a heavy police presence at the Lagos office of renowned legal luminary Afe Babalola, located in Magodo Estate, as Nigerians prepare to protest the detention of human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi. Farotimi was recently arrested by the Nigerian Police on charges of defamation reportedly initiated by Afe Babalola. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope … Read more
Earlier today, around 8:30 AM, someone was brutally killed in Abayomi area, Iwo Road, Ibadan, Oyo State. The Aye cult group struck again. After gathering information from sources, Ekohotblog reports that the victim was an alleged Aye cult member popularly known as Emperor. The Emperor, who was released from prison 3 months ago, had reportedly … Read more
A chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Osita Okechukwu, has told the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to be thankful to God that its 16-year administration was not probed by the successive APC-led governments. Okechukwu stated this on Tuesday in Abuja, while reacting to a statement by PDP congratulating Ghanaians for the conduct of free, … Read more
Nollywood star Osas Ighodaro has revealed an upcoming movie collaboration with Grammy-award-winning artist, Burna Boy, titled “3 Cold Dishes”, the film is set to drop in the first quarter of 2025. In an official announcement on a podcast, the actress revealed her new project is an adventure film with three major languages. “It’s an adventure film … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory High Court, on Tuesday, refused to grant a bail application filed by the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, saying it was filed prematurely. Justice Maryann Anenih, while delivering the ruling said, having been filed when the 1st defendant was neither in custody nor before the court, this instant application … Read more
On Monday a teacher named John Osifo, was sentenced to life imprisonment for sexually violating a nine year old girl in Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court. Administering judgement, Justice Rahman Oshodi held that the prosecution proved the charge of defilement against Osifo beyond every reasonable doubt. Evidence of the victim was gathered by … Read more
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress AAC in the 2023 general election, Omoyele Sowore, has blasted former Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi for visiting Afe Babalola to discuss ongoing legal cases involving activist lawyer, Dele Farotimi. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Obi, who was accompanied by the Labour Party candidate in the … Read more
Ekohotblog reports an incident that happened earlier today, around 7 o’clock AM (WAT), at Poly small gate, Apete, Ibadan, Oyo State. It has been confirmed that the Aye Confraternity Group were responsible for the murder of one Dolly P who is supposedly a popular Nail Technician in that area. The deceased was said to have … Read more
New Zealand has revealed plans to ban greyhound racing, citing an “unacceptably high” injury rate among the dogs. The sport has faced long-standing criticism, with allegations of animal mistreatment and doping by some breeders. The government intends to phase out the industry over the next 20 months, providing time to rehome the racing dogs and … Read more
Former world champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has pleaded guilty to a charge following a tragic car incident in Australia that resulted in the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins. Hoskins passed away in hospital on December 30, 2023, after being struck by a vehicle driven by Dennis outside their Adelaide home. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Yoruba Obas Forum (YOF), a traditional organization representing Yoruba monarchs, recently concluded a tour across Lagos State aimed at rebuilding trust and unity among Yoruba traditional rulers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the tour, which began at Aladeshoyin’s palace and concluded at Ojora’s palace, focused on addressing past grievances, fostering stronger relationships, and charting … Read more
Reactions have continued to trail the endorsement of Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, by various groups for the position of Lagos State Governor in 2027. Findings by Eko Hot Blog revealed that the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), an umbrella body for youth groups across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, endorsed Seyi Tinubu … Read more
Nigerian celebrity dancer, Lil Smart, has made serious allegations against popular musicians Naira Marley and Zinoleesky. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Idowu Smart Emmanuel, better known as Lil Smart, accused Azeez Adeshina Fashola (Naira Marley) and Oniyide Azeez (Zinoleesky) of plotting to take his life. In a series of Instagram posts, Lil Smart claimed that … Read more
West Ham secured a hard-fought Premier League win over struggling Wolves, easing the pressure on under-fire head coach Julen Lopetegui. However, the victory is unlikely to lessen the scrutiny surrounding Wolves manager Gary O’Neil, with his team staying in 19th place after a third consecutive defeat. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation … Read more
Princess Zainab J. Ado Bayero, the daughter of the late Emir of Kano, HRH Alhaji Ado Bayero, has raised alarm over an alleged hostage situation involving her family in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the filmmaker and women’s rights advocate revealed to Vanguard that as of December 8, 2024, her mother and brother, Ahmed … Read more