Tinubu Orders Review of Security Operations, Deployment of Drones Against Terrorists Vice President described the attack as a heavy loss to both the state and the nation. Shettima offered prayers for the bereaved families President Bola Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces to review ongoing security operations, including the deployment of advanced military hardware and … Read more
A military helicopter crash at Ndolo Airport in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), killed all crew members on board Wednesday, according to local media reports citing the DRC’s Airway Authority (RVA). The Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC) helicopter crashed around 11 a.m. local time on the airport’s runway. … Read more
The Federal Government has approved a ₦32,000 increase in the monthly pensions for retirees following a review of the new minimum wage. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this adjustment is a result of changes made to the salary structure by a government committee. A memo from the National Salaries, Wages, and Income Commission (NSIWC), dated … Read more
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Southern Borno, has credited former President Goodluck Jonathan for effectively combating the Boko Haram insurgency in the final months of his administration by engaging Private Military Consultants (PMCs). Speaking at the 10th Senate retreat on reviewing the 1999 constitution in Kano, Ndume emphasized the significant impact of this approach. He explained … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has approved a 20% increase in pensions for Armed Forces personnel, effective from January. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ogalla, announced on Thursday that President Bola Tinubu has approved a 20 percent increase in pensions for Armed Forces personnel. Vice Adm. Ogalla made this … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has charged the Armed Forces to continue to protect Nigeria’s territorial integrity against all threats, commending them for their dedication to duty and sacrifices for the nation. The President, while speaking at an event marking the Diamond Jubilee of the Nigerian Defence Academy in Kaduna on Saturday, assured … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has disbursed N30 million in micro-credit revolving loans to no fewer than 66 widows of fallen heroes during Armed Forces Remembrance Day. The governor explained that he made the gesture to aid the businesses of the women who had become the breadwinners of their … Read more
The Defence headquarters announces its readiness to tackle threats of attacks during the May 29 handover ceremony. Nigerian troops have eliminated 53 criminals and arrested 269 in the last two weeks, including terrorist collaborators, oil thieves, and criminal herdsmen. In addition, more than 125 abductees have been rescued by Nigerian troops in fighting raids. EKO … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has charged Nigerians to support the welfare of the families of Nigeria’s fallen heroes. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged Nigerians not to only remember the nation’s fallen heroes but also to give adequate support to the families they left behind. EDITOR’S PICKS 2023: My Reckless, Stingy Opponents … Read more
Buhari says he will hand over a Nigeria that is free from insecurity. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has vowed to hand over a Nigeria that is free from insecurity to the next generation of leaders. EDITOR’S PICKS Republicans Win Control Of US House Of Representatives Troops Neutralise Bandit Leader, Repel Attack … Read more
Buhari applauded the Governor Nasir El-Rufai-led government for the support extended to security agencies… EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has again vowed to crush terrorism before leaving office. Buhari said the Nigerian Armed Forces, under his watch, will crush terrorists and criminal gangs operating in Kaduna State and across the country. He … Read more
FG has ordered the closure of Abuja roads. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has ordered the closure of parts of the roads accessing the arcade of the federal secretariat complexes and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja. It was stated that the closure was in line in commemoration of the 2022 … Read more
Two military officers were killed and another abducted during the attack on the defence academy EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor, has said that he was embarrassed that the army did not foresee the NDA attack. “Nigerian Defence Academy is not a place where we could think that … Read more
President Buhari’s spokesperson, Garba Shehu, has disclosed that the country would take delivery of the first batch of Super Tucanos aircraft in mid-July from the United States of America. Recall that the fighter jets were ordered during President Muhammadu Buhari’s first tenure in office under the leadership of the immediate past service chiefs. President Buhari’s … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari says his administration will decisively address the scourge of insecurity that is ravaging the country this year. Buhari assured Nigerians that the country will witness a noticeable improvement in security in 2021. In a series of tweets to commemorate the armed forces remembrance day, the president charged service chiefs to ensure cooperation … Read more
Recall former Pakistani military leader Pervez Musharraf was sentenced to death Tuesday after being found guilty of treason, a verdict swiftly condemned by the armed forces which have ruled the country for almost half its 72-year history. The court’s decision marks the first time a former leader of the armed forces has been convicted of … Read more
– Armed Security Personnel barricades Lagos office of sahara reporter – the security operatives were shouting, “Open the gate! Come outside – The security agents were banging on the gate of the office for everyone inside to come out. Armed Security operatives are currently barricading the office of online news platform, SaharaReporters in Lagos … Read more