The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that petrol supplied by the Dangote Refinery will be sold at different prices across the country, with northern regions facing the highest rates. In a Monday statement titled “NNPC Ltd Releases Estimated Pump Prices of PMS from Dangote Refinery Based on September 2024 Pricing,” NNPC spokesperson … Read more
Uganda Airlines has launched direct flights from Abuja, Nigeria, to Entebbe, Uganda, aiming to improve connectivity and reduce travel time between West and East Africa. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the new route is expected to boost trade and tourism, providing travelers with an efficient link between the two regions. At the inauguration ceremony held … Read more
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment of CP Peter Opara as the new Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. According to a statement from Ikechukwu Ani, Head of Press and Public Relations for the PSC, Opara will replace CP Benneth Igwe, who has been promoted to the rank … Read more
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has deported 400 Nigerians. According to a report by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), the deportees include 90 females and 310 males. The deported individuals were received at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja by various federal agencies, including the Office of the National Security Adviser, the National Commission … Read more
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday granted bail to ten protesters accused of attempting to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, imposing a N10 million bail on each defendant. Justice Emeka Nwite ruled on their bail applications, requiring each of the accused to provide one surety, who must be a property owner residing in … Read more
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) of the United Kingdom has strongly condemned the Nigerian government over the arrest and ongoing harassment of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Joe Ajaero. Ajaero was detained on Monday at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport while he was on his way to attend and speak at a TUC conference in … Read more
Officers from the Department of State Services (DSS) reportedly took over the Abuja office of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) on Monday afternoon. According to SERAP, the DSS agents were demanding to meet with the directors of the human rights organization. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man … Read more
A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled September 9, 2024, to hear a motion challenging the detention of Isaac Bristol, the individual alleged to operate the whistleblower social media account, ‘PIDOMNigeria.’ Additionally, Bristol’s bail application will be heard on September 11, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS I’ll Support Nigerian Govt Find Solution To Farmers/Herders’ Crises –Emir … Read more
Drew Povey, the Briton accused of inciting insurrection against President Bola Tinubu’s government, has urged the Nigerian authorities not to equate protests with treason. Responding to allegations that he was building a network of sleeper cells to topple the administration and plunge the nation into chaos, Povey, who the Nigerian government claims also goes by … Read more
Becky Danladi of TYB International Golf Resort and Country Club, Abuja, claimed the title of overall winner at Africa’s inaugural indoor golf championship held in Abuja on Saturday. Organized by Olusegun Runsewe, President of the Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF), the event saw participation from over 150 lady golfers at the Golf and Health Signature venue. … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has issued a new summons to the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, and the union’s Secretary General, Comrade Emmanuel Ugboaja, for questioning regarding serious allegations. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To … Read more
A resident of Ushafa Community in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) was shot dead during a bandit invasion on Thursday night. The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, was killed in his own home, where the attackers also abducted his wife and children. The incident has left the community in … Read more
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit filed against the #EndBadGovernance protesters, along with the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), the Inspector General of Police (IGP), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Chiefs of Army and Defence Staff. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter … Read more
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has directed traders across the country to reduce the prices of goods. Tunji Bello, the Executive Vice Chairman of the FCCPC, issued the directive on Thursday, granting traders a one-month grace period to comply. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has left Abuja for a working visit to China. This was disclosed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement on Thursday. He stated that President Tinubu would have a stopover in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). “President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja for … Read more
A Nigerian Navy personnel, Abdul Rasheed Muhammad, has been apprehended for the murder of Aminu, the son of former Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral I. I. Ibrahim (retd). On Wednesday, during a press briefing in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory Commissioner of Police, Bennett Igweh, revealed that Muhammad was responsible for the killing of … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has strongly condemned what it has called an unprovoked assault by members of the banned Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), also known as the Shi’ite group, on police officers in Abuja on Sunday. In a statement released on Monday, Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi detailed the incident, which took place … Read more
A Federal Court in Abuja has ordered the freezing of bank accounts belonging to thirty-two individuals and companies associated with the recent 10-day #EndBadGovernance Protest. This action, pending investigation and prosecution, was ordered by Justice Emeka Nwite, who also directed the banks to apprehend anyone transacting with these accounts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
Two persons have reportedly died following a clash between the Nigeria Police Force and Shiite protesters in Wuse Market, Wuse Zone 6 axis of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the clash got bloody when the Police used teargas on protesters. EDITOR’S PICKS Midnight Fire Destroys Multi-Million Naira Goods in Anambra … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has secured court approval to detain 124 individuals arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protest for an extended period of 60 days as investigations continue. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja issued this ruling in response to ex-parte motions filed by Ibrahim Mohammed, counsel for the Inspector-General of Police … Read more