Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, has been sworn in as the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) at the union’s national secretariat in Abuja. Akinsanya was elected through consensus during the Quadrennial Delegate Conference at the Zonal Secretariat in Osogbo, Osun State, on Saturday. The election, which … Read more
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has initiated the auction process for the landed properties and chattels of Heritage Bank, as part of efforts to ensure the timely distribution of liquidation dividends to uninsured depositors of the failed bank. This action, as stated by NDIC spokesperson Bashir Nubu, is in line with the Corporation’s legal … Read more
Residents of Ruga, a community along Airport Road in Abuja, protested on Friday against the recent demolition of their homes, which was ordered by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. The minister had launched a task force, known as “Operation Sweep,” to clear Ruga and other areas within the city as part of … Read more
The Nigerian government announced on Thursday that Cesarean Sections (C-sections) will now be offered free of charge to all women in need. This initiative is part of a broader effort to lower Nigeria’s maternal mortality rate. Muhammad Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, shared the news during a three-day Nigeria Health Sector-Wide Joint … Read more
Operatives of the Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have arrested three individuals accused of impersonating police officers and personnel of the Department of State Services (DSS) in connection with a series of “one-chance” robberies. FCT Police Commissioner, Mr. Olatunji Disu, revealed this during a media briefing in Abuja on Thursday. He explained … Read more
Mrs. Aminat Dupe Ibrahim, wife of former Chief of Defence Staff and former Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Ola Sa’ad Ibrahim, has passed away in Abuja. Family sources report that Mrs. Aminat Ibrahim died on the night of Tuesday, November 5, 2024, following a brief illness. She is survived by her husband, children, and numerous … Read more
In Abuja on Monday, hundreds of Nigerians staged a major protest against skyrocketing fuel prices, persistent shortages, and worsening economic conditions. Led by Abdullahi Bilal of the Two Million Man March Against Oil Scam Cabal, alongside Barrister Napoleon Otache and Olayemi Isaac from the Citizens and Economic Freedom Rights Activists in Nigeria (CEFRAN), demonstrators demanded … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s newly appointed ministers, accompanied by their families, arrived at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday to participate in an official swearing-in ceremony. The event follows the Senate’s confirmation of the nominees last week, marking the latest developments in Tinubu’s extensive cabinet reshuffle. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears … Read more
An Abuja Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 2 has sentenced Jide Josiah Jisos, who falsely claimed to be a “Professor,” to six months in prison for impersonation during the 2019 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Jisos was apprehended by officials from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) at Brix Academy in Abuja, where … Read more
The Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS) has announced its commitment to launching an e-ticketing and central booking scheme aimed at transforming traffic management for motorists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). DRTS Director Mr. Abdulateef Bello made the announcement during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified the circumstances surrounding the arrest of controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky. Earlier reports from SaharaReporters indicated that Bobrisky was apprehended on Thursday night at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos while attempting to flee to London amid ongoing bribery allegations. Following his arrest, … Read more
Controversial social media figure and crossdresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, was re-arrested on Thursday night and is set to undergo interrogation regarding allegations of bribery and corruption in Abuja. According to an official from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Bobrisky will be transported to Abuja today (Friday). EKO HOT BLOG reported … Read more
Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, appeared in Court 1 of the Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 6, Federal Capital Territory, on Friday, facing charges of impersonating a police officer. The social media influencer was granted bail under strict conditions by the court, with the bail set at N2 million in the case referenced as … Read more
A mild drama unfolded on Friday when several suspects presented at the Federal High Court in Abuja fainted during proceedings related to the recent #EndBadGovernance protests. EKO HOT BLOG reports that seventy-five suspects, aged between twelve and fifteen, were brought before Justice Obiora Egwuatu facing a 10-count charge connected to their participation in the protests. … Read more
Former Nigerian Senator Ishaku Abbo has criticized what he describes as widespread corruption within the judiciary, expressing concerns over the impact on Nigeria’s democratic growth. He stressed that for democracy to thrive, the judiciary must be reformed to deliver true justice, not perpetuate injustice. Abbo voiced his concerns during a press interaction in Yola. After … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has announced that President Bola Tinubu has instructed him to meet the needs of Abuja residents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Wike made this statement on Wednesday during the launch of the rehabilitation of the 10-kilometer Aguma Palace-Radio Nigeria-New Market Road in the Gwagwalada Area … Read more
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested three officers for alleged extortion of motorists in Port Harcourt. The arrested officers—Inspector Sarah Anendei, Inspector Caroline Promise, and Inspector Christiana Jatau—were apprehended under the Rumuokoro flyover in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, where they were reportedly operating an unauthorized checkpoint. Reports indicate the officers have been engaged in … Read more
The Nigerian Police have arraigned House of Representatives member Alex Ikwechegh before an Abuja Chief Magistrate Court in Kuje, following allegations of assault on a Bolt driver. Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi announced the development on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, noting that further details on the proceedings would be shared shortly. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC) has reported the arrest of a foreign contractor involved in the vandalism of streetlights in Abuja, allegedly to secure new contracts for repairs. AMMC Coordinator Felix Obuah disclosed the arrest on Tuesday, following an inspection of streetlight repairs ordered by Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. Obuah, without … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has, for the second time this month, increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as petrol. The latest price hike is coming despite the ongoing economic challenges facing the nation. Reports indicate that residents of Lagos will now pay N1,025 per litre, while those in … Read more