Cocaine, opioids and alcohol addiction is in the same league as tobacco addiction, says the Center for Addiction and Mental Health, Canada’s largest research and mental health teaching hospital. Members of the opioid family include heroin, morphine, codeine, oxycodone, hydrocodone and fentanyl, according to the Johns Hopkins University medical website. Unbelievable! Cocaine, heroin, codeine, and … Read more
– Pepenazi, a Nigerian singer-turned-pastor, shares his journey from addiction to faith. – He recounts being delivered from alcohol, illicit substances, and smoking. – Pepenazi’s story highlights the transformative power of faith in overcoming addiction. Eko hot blog reports that In a heartfelt revelation, Nigerian artist Pepenazi, now known as Pastor Opeyemi Gbenga Kayode, opens … Read more
NAFDAC has carried out a significant operation in Lagos State. The operation led the agency to uncover a trade complex where illegal alcohol was being produced. The discovery came some months after a similar factory was found in Abia State. Eko Hot Blog reports that National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration Control has said that the ban on sachet alcohol is to safeguard the health of Nigerians. The Deputy Director of public affairs of, Christy Obiazikwor, told Punch that NAFDAC signed an agreement with distillers and blenders, where a five-year grace was given for … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a significant turn of events, the National Assembly has halted the ban on spirits and alcoholic drinks packaged in sachets and pet bottles, which was recently enforced by the National Agency for Food, Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC). Editor’s pick: “Share Everything To States” – Ex-Niger Delta Warlords … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has commenced the enforcement of the ban on the importation, manufacture, distribution, sale, and use of alcoholic beverages in sachets, PET, and glass bottles of 200ml and below. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, stated this on Monday at … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is reportedly planning to permit the sale of alcohol to non-Muslim diplomats for the first time. Before the latest development, diplomats had to import alcohol into the Islamic country through a diplomatic pouch. Saudi Arabia has had a prohibition on alcohol since 1952, which was … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Niger State Liquor and Licensing Board has announced its intention to prohibit the sale and consumption of alcohol in Suleja, Suleja Local Government Area of the state, starting from January 1, 2024. The government also revealed that certain beer establishments in Minna, the state capital, will be issued relocation … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has disclosed he has never smoked cigarettes or taken alcohol. This online media platform gathered that Akpabio spoke at the grand finale of the National Quiz Competition organised by the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies for secondary school students in Enugu. EDITOR’S PICKS Nationwide … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has confiscated alcoholic drinks worth N2 million in parts of the state. The Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), popularly known as KAI, made the seizures during the week as “part of efforts to rid garages, parks, roadsides in Lagos from illegal liquor sales and consumption by … Read more
The FIFA President has slammed the critics of Qatar, saying results are not achieved through shouting. Eko Hot Blog reports that FIFA President Gianni Infantino has launched an extraordinary attack against critics of Qatar, the host country of the 2022 World Cup. EDITOR’S PICKS World Cup 2022: Alcohol Sales Banned At World Cup Stadiums In … Read more
Some supposed church members have been filmed drinking alcohol. Eko Hot Blog reports that the supposed church members were seen drinking alcohol after an apparent church service. EDITOR’S PICKS 2023: Nigeria Will Fail, Break Up If APC Wins Presidential Election – Obaseki WhatsApp Suffers Global Outage As Users Unable To Send, Receive Messages Normalcy Returns … Read more
It’s no secret that smoking and drinking are bad habits, but did you know there are several other common habits that could be slowly killing you? Many of these habits lead to similar potentially deadly circumstances, so getting these habits in check could truly help save your life. EDITOR’S PICK: 5 Foods That Can Reduce … Read more
Hisbah has burnt 5,550 bottles of alcohol in Jigawa EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Jigawa State Hisbah Command has burned over 5,550 bottles of alcohol worth N3.2million. EDITOR’S PICK Tinubu Reveals Meeting Details With Obasanjo In Abeokuta JUST IN: Buhari Swears In RMAFC Chair, Presides Over FEC BREAKING: Prominent APC Senatorial Candidate Dies … Read more
Smoking Marijuana could lead to breakthrough Covid-19 cases a new study reveals Those with a substance use disorder are more likely to contact the coronavirus after receiving both of their vaccination shots EKohotblog reports that a new study had discovered heavy marijuana users who are also vaccinated may be more susceptible to breakthrough cases of … Read more
British football’s 36-year ban on alcohol being drank in stands was introduced in a bid to battle hooliganism Football fans could be finally be allowed back to drink alcohol in stands in the near future following a fan-led government review. In 1985, supporters were banned from enjoying booze while watching football, but a change in … Read more
Alcohol Won’t Protect You Against COVID-19, WHO Warn The World Health Organization (WHO) Nigeria has warned that taking alcohol does not protect against coronavirus. This warning came from a tweet on WHO’s Nigeria official handle on Monday where it explained that it can, in fact, be dangerous to drink alcohol. According to WHO, taking alcohol … Read more