The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced the irreversible commencement of its initiative to bring Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) closer to Nigerians. Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari, stated that along with the extensive deployment of CNG stations nationwide, the company and its partners will also establish three Liquefied … Read more
The moin-moin thinks it is wise. It hides part of itself within the folds of éwé eeran, the green-turned-bronzy leaves encasing it. Hungry Man unfurls the leafy wraps, using his fingers or spoon as a rake, scraping out the moin-moin clinging behind the leaves: ibi pelebe la ti ń mú òlè je, the Yoruba say. … Read more
Abba Kyari received a warm welcome from his family after being released from detention. Kyari was detained on February 14, 2022, by the NDLEA for alleged involvement with an international drug cartel. Kyari and four Police Intelligence Response Team members pleaded not guilty. EKO HOT BLOG reports that suspended police chief Abba Kyari received a warm … Read more
Suspended DCP Abba Kyari Granted Bail After Over Two Years In Custody. Bail granted on May 22, 2024, to attend mother’s burial, with conditions to surrender passport and report to NDLEA. Court to hear Kyari’s primary bail application for drug charges on May 31, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, has denied claims that the government has returned fuel subsidy. It would be recalled that President Bola Tinubu, on May 29, during his inauguration, announced the end of the fuel subsidy … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE Abba Kyari, CFR, OON! Remember him? Kyari was the Chief of Staff (CoS) to former President Muhammadu Buhari. Born on September 23, 1952, he served in that prestigious position between August 2015 and April 2020. Editors Pick Bureau De Change Operators Kick As CBN Restricts Forex Trading Over 100 Terrorists Killed As … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, found himself in hot water in July 2021 following an indictment by Raman Abbas, also known as Hushpuppi. Hushpuppi, arrested by Dubai Police in June 2020, was later extradited to the US, where the FBI claimed he collaborated with Kyari in a … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that although a Federal High Court in Abuja granted him bail in the sum of N50 million, suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, will not be released, Daily Trust can report. Kyari, who is facing charges of failure to declare assets alongside his siblings, was granted bail on Thursday. … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari. Abba Kyari was on Thursday granted bail by Justice Kolawole Omotosho after 18 months in detention. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigerian Police Officers Need Special Classes In Empathy — Fast The Central Bank Of Nigeria’s Social … Read more
The trial of suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Abba Kyari, and three others has resumed in a Federal High Court in Abuja. Proceedings are being conducted behind closed doors to protect the identities of intelligence officers who will be giving evidence. The trial continues amidst sensitivity concerns with no clear indication when the next … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force historically has a fraught relationship with civilians. However, Disu became the Lagos RRS commander with the mindset that police officers can be the “good guys” as he christened his men. The policemen under his wing truly showed themselves to be the good guys through their constant display of professionalism and humanity. … Read more
A Court has rejected Abba Kyari’s bid to quash drugs-related charges against him. Kyari had argued before the court that the charges levelled against him were premature. He maintained that the NDLEA should have permitted the police to utilize its internal mechanisms before initiating legal action. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court … Read more
Former All Progressive Congress Campaign Director, Naja’atu Mohammed comes for the wife of the President. On the issue of a cabal, Mohammed reveals Aisha Buhari has become the very problem she fought. She narrates how Aisha Buhari drove Mamman Daura from the Aso Villa. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former All Progressives Congress Campaign … Read more
FG Speaks On Viral List Of Citizens To Be Awarded National Honours EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has asked Nigerians to shun a purported list of nominees for national honours being circulated on digital media platforms. This online media understands that a list had surfaced online earlier containing the name of … Read more
Buhari’s Govt Accused Of ‘Terrorism’ Over Continued Detention Of Kanu EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lead Counsel to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has again questioned the Federal Government of Nigeria over the June 2021 arrest and extradition of his client, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. Ejiofor … Read more
Abba Kyari finally replies Hushpuppi, makes fresh revelations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Suleiman Mohammed, a lawyer of detained Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Abba Kyari, has refuted the allegation that his client operates a killer squad. Suleiman while reacting to reports that Nigerian Internet fraud ringleader Ramon ‘Hushpuppi’ Abbas told the United … Read more
[JUST IN] FCT Court Fixes October 19 For Abba Kyari’s Trial EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed October 19, 20 and 21st as the trial dates for the embattled Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari and four others. Justice Emeka Nwite fixed the trial dates in his … Read more
Speaking through Onyekachi Ikpeazu, his counsel, on Wednesday, Kyari prayed to a Federal High Court in Abuja to grant him bail Kyari and other officers of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP)’s Intelligence Response Team (IRT), through their counsel, told Justice Emeka Nwite that their lives are in danger in the custodial facility EDITOR’S PICK INEC … Read more
Kuje: Abba Kyari Seeks Fresh Bail Over Fear Of Attack The NDLEA, through its counsel, Sunday Joseph, urged the court to refuse their new request for bail EDITOR’S PICK: IGP Orders Investigation Into Portable’s Claim Of Forming Notorious Gangs Akeredolu Reveals When He Will Buy Guns For His People Insecurity: Kano Govt Bans Tricycle Operations … Read more
More Troubles For Abba Kyari As Court Remands Drug Baron. Justice Peter Lifu remanded Ukatu Mallinson alongside one of his co-defendants, Sunday Ibekwute. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Tragedy As Heavy Flood Sweeps Lexus Jeep, 4 Occupants Away In Agege [BREAKING] Kuje Prison Attack: FG Declares 72 Boko Haram Suspects Wanted, Releases Names, Photos JUST IN: … Read more