At least 41 people, including women and children, were killed when unidentified gunmen ambushed a convoy of 200 passenger vehicles in Pakistan’s remote Kurram tribal district near the Afghan border. The attack, described by authorities as a “major tragedy,” has also left 16 others critically injured, with fears the death toll could rise. The convoy, … Read more
At least eight security personnel were killed by bandits on Thursday near Tazame village in the Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. According to local resident Mubarak Mohammed, the victims, which included five policemen and three soldiers, were providing security for Satraco Nigeria Limited, a road construction company. Mohammed explained that the security team … Read more
The Nigerian military successfully thwarted a terrorist plot to destroy Department of State Services (DSS) assets in Niger State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the operation was led by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), which deployed Super Tucano fighter jets to conduct airstrikes, eliminating dozens of insurgents. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By … Read more
Police Officer Fatally Shot by Vigilante Group Ambush Occurred During Routine Patrol in Gassol Authorities Condemn “Heinous and Unprovoked Criminal Act” Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a tragic turn of events, the Taraba State Police Command has confirmed the death of a police officer at the hands of a local vigilante group. Editor’s Pick … Read more
Tragic Highway Ambush Leaves Trail of Terror Armed Gunmen Strike, Casualties Reported Police Launch Manhunt for Perpetrators Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen brought terror to Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode expressway, killing one and abducting seven. About seven assailants with AK-47 rifles ambushed vehicles with gunfire last Friday. Editor’s Pick Admiring President Bola Tinubu’s Exemplary Leadership Cyriel Dessers … Read more
Ohanaeze Ndigbo condemns Delta State soldier massacre, calls for improved security. President Bola Tinubu to attend Abuja burial ceremony for fallen soldiers. Nigerian Army releases details for honoring officers killed in action. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the recent massacre of 16 soldiers allegedly involved in a peacekeeping operation in Okuama and Okoloba Communities in Delta … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that at least six traders were killed when terrorists opened fire on more than 20 vehicles in a convoy of traders in Katsina State. The terrorists attacked the vehicles that were going to a weekly market from Mai Dabino town to Yantumaki in Danmusa local government of Katsina. EDITOR’S PICKS [BREAKING] 2024: … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that suspected Boko Haram fighters, on Saturday, attacked the convoy of the Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, while returning from Borno State. This online media platform understands that at least six security personnel attached to Governor Buni were injured in an ambush. EDITOR’S PICKS Nationwide Strike: NLC Sends Letters To … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Thursday confirmed that 36 officers were killed in Niger State. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba confirmed the casualties while giving update on the ambush of troops in Niger State and an evacuation helicopter that crashed on August 14, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that bandits in Niger State have killed 13 soldiers and brought down a Nigerian Air Force helicopter. The bandits ambushed the soldiers along the Zungeru-Tegina road in the Rafi Local Government Area of the state. They also brought down a helicopter that was on a mission to evacuate casualties from … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Troops of 3 Division of the Nigerian Army deployed to quell the crisis in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau state have neutralized 3 Bandits on Wednesday 12 July 2023. The troops obliterated the criminals when they gallantly fought through an ambush staged by the bandits, while responding to a … Read more