William Troost-Ekong has expressed his support for compatriot Ademola Lookman to claim the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. Lookman is one of five players shortlisted for the prestigious honour, following an impressive season for both club and country. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman and Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie are leading Nigeria’s bid for honours at this year’s CAF Awards, having made the final shortlist in their respective categories. The awards will be presented on Monday in Marrakesh, Morocco. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali have both been included in the final five-man shortlist for the 2024 CAF Player and Goalkeeper of the Year awards, while defender William Troost-Ekong missed out on the final cut. CAF revealed the top five nominees in each category on Monday, three weeks after releasing the … Read more
Former Nigeria striker Peter Ijeh praised Finidi George’s appointment as Super Eagles head coach. He urged Finidi to focus on skill development and instilling values like discipline and respect. Ijeh believes this approach will strengthen the team’s foundation and character. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Nigeria striker Peter Ijeh has outlined specific actions that … Read more
William Troost-Ekong has generously donated his upcoming camp allowances and match bonuses to children in Akwa Ibom. Born in The Netherlands to a Dutch mother and Nigerian father, Troost-Ekong remains connected to his Ibibio roots. His outstanding leadership and performance have earned him admiration from Akwa Ibom natives. Eko Hot Blog reports that Super Eagles … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Equatorial Guinea FA has suspended their all-time highest goalscorer, Emilio Nsue for misconduct during the 2023 AFCON. Emilio Nsue was Equatorial Guinea’s most prolific goalscorer during the just concluded 2023 AFCON and ended the tournament with the Golden Boot. The 34-year-old CF Intercity forward scored a hat-trick in the country’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has awarded members super eagles a Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) national honour in recognition of the team’s outstanding performance at the recently ended AFCON 2023 competition in Ivory Coast. Additionally, each of players and technical crew received a flat and a plot of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that some South African football fans have threatened Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, not to return to his club following his heroics against the country as the Nigerian team progressed to the AFCON 2023 final at the expense of the Bafana Bafana team. It was gathered that some South Africans are … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the super eagles of Nigeria have advanced to the final of the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. The Eagles record this feet via a 4-1 penalty shootout victory against the Bafana Bafana team after a 1-1 draw after extra time. William Trost-Ekong had put the Eagles … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has set up a mega viewing centre for the AFCON Semi-Final match coming up between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Bafana Bafana of South Africa EDITOR’S PICK: Kano Hisbah Arrests 52 Keke Riders Over Alleged Immoral Haircuts And Unlawful … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) has rejected an offer of resignation from its president Samuel Eto’o. Eto’o, 42, offered his resignation during a meeting of Fecafoot’s executive in Yaounde on Monday night, in which the former striker requested for other members of the board to also offer their resignations ‘in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Bafana Bafana of South Africa recorded the biggest shocker in the 2023 AFCON as they defeated the best-rated national team in Africa, Morocco 2-0 to book quarter final ticket. Unlike South Africa who came into the 2023 AFCON as one of the underdogs, Morocco were seen as the favourites … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the hosts of the 2023 AFCON, Ivory Coast, have knocked out the reigning champions of the tournament, Senegal via a penalty shootout. After recording an abysmal run in the group stage of the 2023 AFCON in which they recorded two defeats and one win, Ivory Coast who qualified for the round … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Spanish La Liga club, Cádiz, have sent a message to wish Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali a quick recovery ahead of Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, round of 16 tie with Angola on Friday. Cádiz also hailed Nwabali for his performances at the AFCON, labeling the Chippa United … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian Super Eagles have advanced to the quarter final of the ongoing African Cup of Nations after a 2-0 victory over Cameroon on Saturday. Atlanta talisman, Ademola Lookman bagged a brace to send Nigeria’s West African neighbor Cameroon out of the Continental showpiece. The super eagles will now lock horns … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Saturday in France, received a Nigeria Football token. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, made this known in a statement on Saturday. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Usman Ododo Sworn In As Governor Of Kogi State Gunmen Abduct Oyo Park Management … Read more
The ongoing AFCON 2023 has undeniably been a spectacle of surprises, setting the stage for a highly competitive tournament. The usual dominance of football powerhouses has given way to a more level playing field, where victory is earned by those most determined. In a departure from expectations, heavyweights like Algeria, Ghana, Tunisia, and Zambia faced … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON 2023 begins today in Ivory Coast. Being one of the most successful nation in the history of AFCON, Nigeria look to add to their trophy list having last won the trophy in 2013. Eko Hot Blog highlights Five key players to look out for … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the AFCON 2023 is finally here and the world can’t wait to see some of the best teams on the continent of Africa compete against each other from Saturday, January 13 to February 11. As expected, the hosts of AFCON 2023, Ivory Coast will open the tournament against resilient Guinea-Bissau at … Read more