President Bola Tinubu launched the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem and Appeal Fund on Tuesday at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa in Abuja. During the brief ceremony, President Tinubu praised the armed forces for their vital role as the first line of defense in safeguarding the nation. He emphasized the military’s contributions … Read more
A joint security team in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) detained 34 individuals on Monday, including 15 beggars and 19 scavengers, following a deadline issued by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The FCT Administration announced that those detained will be taken to a rehabilitation center for vocational training, while those refusing to participate will be returned … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has provided an update on the recent incident involving House of Representatives member Alexander Ikwegh and e-hailing cab driver Stephen Abuwatseya. In a statement released on Monday, the Police confirmed that the driver has officially reported the incident at the Maitama Divisional Headquarters. They also noted that the Federal Capital Territory … Read more
A video has surfaced online showing House of Representatives member Alex Ikwechegh physically assaulting a Bolt driver while receiving a package at his residence in Maitama, Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG the driver recorded the confrontation with Ikwechegh, who represents the Aba North & South Federal Constituency under the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) platform. In … Read more
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has paid tribute to five personnel who tragically lost their lives in an accident while traveling to represent Nigeria at the African Military Games 2024 in Abuja. During the Fourth Quarter 2024 Route March exercise held on Saturday across all NAF formations nationwide, a minute of silence was observed to … Read more
At least 40 people are trapped under the rubble of a building that collapsed early Saturday in Sabon Lugbe, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. As of press time, sympathizers and emergency responders are on-site, working to rescue those still caught beneath the debris. The building, reportedly under construction, collapsed in the early hours, spurring urgent calls … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt Hon Tajuddeen Abbas were among the dignitaries who attended the wedding fatiha of Senator Mohammed Danjuma Goje’s daughter in Abuja. The wedding ceremony between Fauziyya Danjuma Goje and Aliyu Ahmed Abubakar took place at the National Mosque, Abuja, following … Read more
President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met in Abuja on Friday during the Jummah prayer at the National Mosque. The meeting coincided with the wedding ceremony of Senator Danjuma Goje’s daughter, as confirmed by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM … Read more
The government of President Bola Tinubu has withdrawn money laundering charges against Tigran Gambaryan, an executive of Binance Holdings Limited. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had initially charged Binance, a major cryptocurrency firm, and Gambaryan in April with allegations of money laundering. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja following a two-week working vacation in the United Kingdom. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t Scrap the EFCC, Fix It, Fintiri Slams Calls For Abolition AFCON Qualifiers: West Brom Celebrate Ajayi On Super Eagles’ Win Over Libya EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
A fire incident occurred at the headquarters of the Federal Ministry of Works in Mabushi, Abuja, shortly after workers resumed on Friday morning. The fire was caused by a spark from a faulty circuit breaker on the ground floor but was swiftly contained, preventing significant damage. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot … Read more
The federal government has shed light on its recent meeting with organized labour, which took place on Wednesday in Abuja. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, explained that the government is committed to maintaining consistent dialogue with labour unions rather than waiting for tensions or disputes to arise before initiating discussions. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the National Assembly to expedite action on clarifying the scope of the new national minimum wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero made this appeal on Monday during a book launch in Abuja. It should be recalled that on July 24, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, during a plenary session, … Read more
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, has lost his 25-year-old daughter, Fatima, who passed away on Friday, October 11, in Abuja. Her funeral prayers, held at the Annur Mosque in Abuja, were attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, along with friends and associates of the Kyari … Read more
The Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected the bail application of detained Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan. Justice Emeka Nwite, who presided over the case, ruled on Friday that the fresh bail application amounted to an abuse of court process, as Gambaryan’s first bail application—based on health concerns—was already under appeal. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning … Read more
Petroleum marketers have confirmed that the recent fuel price hike by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is a direct result of the complete removal of subsidies on Premium Motor Spirit (petrol). The NNPCL has now raised pump prices to ₦1,030 per litre in Abuja and ₦998 per litre in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, … Read more
Nigerians are bracing for a steep increase in petrol prices following the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPC Ltd) decision to end its exclusive purchase agreement with Dangote Refinery, according to a report by Premium Times. The shift is expected to drive the cost of petrol to a minimum of ₦991.21 per litre from the … Read more
Miss Queen, the mother of Nigerian musician Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has made an emotional plea to singer Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, for forgiveness following her son’s reported disappearance. This comes just days after Darlington shared a video online criticizing the Afrobeats star. In a heartfelt video posted on Instagram, Miss … Read more
Popular activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has confirmed that singer and social media sensation, Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, is currently being detained by the Nigerian Police Force in Abuja. Adeyanju revealed that Speed Darlington, also known as Akpi, was arrested in Lagos last Friday and later transferred to Abuja, where he has … Read more
Richard Tallen, the only son of the former Minister of Women Affairs, Dame Pauline Tallen, has passed away. According to a statement from the family, Richard died on Sunday morning at Cedar Crest Hospital in Abuja, following a period of hospitalization. While the exact cause of death was not immediately disclosed, it was reported that … Read more