18-year-old’s body discovered inside a drum during attempted disposal. Suspect claims financial dispute over ₦20,000 transfer triggered the killing. Police are investigating; suspect will be charged after inquiries conclude. A 27-year-old man, Eze Elechi Amadi, has been arrested after allegedly murdering his 18-year-old brother, Otu Ifeanyi, and attempting to conceal the body in a drum. … Read more
The suspect had only been out of Oko prison for two days John Agbontean 35yrs was arrested with a cut to size gun while attempting to rob in the church His accomplice narrowly escaped arrest Two days after his release from Oko Prison in Benin City, one-eyed ex-convict John Agbontean found himself back in police … Read more
The Osun State High Court has rejected widespread reports suggesting that Olowookere Segun, a young man, was sentenced to death for stealing a fowl, calling the claims false and maliciously distorted. This comes as Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, announced on Thursday that Olowookere and his co-convict, Sunday Morakinyo, had been granted a pardon by … Read more
Adeleke pardons 53 inmates, including Segun Olowookere. Olowookere’s case gained attention after viral plea. Clemency based on good conduct recommendations. Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has granted a pardon to Segun Olowookere, who was sentenced to death for alleged involvement in stealing a fowl. The case of Segun, who was 17 at the time … Read more
The police in Edo State have arrested an ex-convict for armed robbery, just two days after his release from prison. Edo State Police Command Spokesman, Superintendent Moses Yamu, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Tuesday. According to Yamu, the suspect was apprehended following a distress call on Sunday, December 22, about an armed robbery … Read more
Suspected bandits reportedly assaulted Jumai Kefas, the mother of Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas, along with her daughter, Atsi Kefas, on Thursday, December 5. EKO HOT BLOG reports that he attack occurred along Kente Road in Wukari Local Government Area. Confirming the incident, Wukari Council Chairman, Dauda Samaila Agbu, described it as “deeply troubling.” He … Read more
British indie band Sports Team were robbed at gunpoint on the first day of their US tour. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the group, known for two top 10 albums in the UK, had their passports, stage equipment, and personal belongings stolen when a thief broke into their tour van in Vallejo, California, in the Bay … Read more
Suspected cultists, who allegedly carried out a daylight robbery on Friday morning, were mobbed and set ablaze by residents of the Jenta Adamu community in Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State. Plateau State Police Public Relations Officer, Alfred Alabo, confirmed the incident. According to Alabo, the Police Command received a distress call around 9:20 … Read more
Angry residents in the Luck Way area of Ikpoba Hill, Benin City in Edo State reportedly beat a suspected armed robber severely after he was allegedly caught stealing N400,000 and a mobile phone from a Point of Sales (POS) operator. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the unidentified suspect stole the items from a woman who … Read more
South Carolina has executed its first inmate in 13 years, administering a lethal injection to 46-year-old Freddie Owens, who was convicted of murder in 1999. Owens received the death penalty for killing shop worker Irene Graves during an armed robbery in Greenville in 1997. Despite a last-minute sworn statement from his co-defendant, Steve Golden, claiming … Read more
The Imo State Police Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit arrested Nwauba Alex, 25, from Ezza Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, during a patrol in Owerri on Wednesday. Alex was reportedly caught robbing two residents at gunpoint near Aladinma Primary School in Owerri. According to a statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, on … Read more
Police operatives in Anambra State have arrested two suspected kidnappers and members of an armed robbery gang active in the Uga, Ekwulobia, Umuchu, Nkpologu, Ezinifite, and Aguata communities. In a statement on Thursday, Anambra State Police Command spokesperson Tochukwu Ikenga revealed that the suspects were apprehended by a joint security team, including the military, civil … Read more
The Ekiti State Police Command has apprehended six individuals suspected of specializing in attacks on Point of Sale (POS) operators and traders, stealing their money. Commissioner of Police Mr. Adeniran Akinwale identified the suspects as Doyin Ajisafe, Joshua Olabanji, Femi Fasusi, Femi Adewale, Olayosi Adeolodi, and Ezekiel Babalola. Akinwale, represented by Police Public Relations Officer … Read more
Nasarawa State Police, in collaboration with the military, eliminated two armed robbery suspects in a shootout during an operation in Karu Local Government Zone. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nasarawa State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has reported that its officers, in collaboration with the military, eliminated two armed robbery suspects during a … Read more
Retired Brigadier General Uwem Harold Udokwe was murdered during an armed robbery at his Abuja residence, prompting a thorough investigation by the FCT Police Command. Eko Hot Blog reports that a retired Brigadier General of the Nigerian Army, Uwem Harold Udokwe, was tragically murdered during an armed robbery at his residence in Sunshine Homes Estate, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Four men identified as Sola Ogunleye, Ebenezer Adebayo, Lasisi Afeez, and Ojo Oba were sentenced to death by hanging on Thursday for charges of murder and armed robbery. The suspects faced charges of murder, attempted murder, and armed robbery before Justice L.O. Ogundana at the Ekiti High Court in Ado-Ekiti. … Read more
Abuja Residents Burn Suspected Robber’s Corpse After Failed Bank Heist. Robbers attacked a police station on Toto Road, killing Inspector Abila before attempting the bank raid. Assailants arrived in two unmarked vehicles and opened fire on the station. EKO HOT BLOG reports that tension soared in the Abaji area council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) … 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
Inspector Sunday Baba fatally shot by robbers. Police confirm incident, pay tribute to fallen officer. Suspects’ vehicle recovered, perpetrators fled. EKO HOT BLOG reports that tragedy struck on Wednesday night in Rumuolumeni, Rivers State, as Inspector Sunday Baba, a Nigerian police officer, was fatally shot by suspected armed robbers during a robbery incident. The Rivers State … Read more
Police command has arrested suspected cultists in Lagos State. Fayoade Adegoke made this known in a parade of over twenty suspected criminals. The suspects confessed to the crime and other criminal activities in Lagos and its environs. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has successfully arrested suspected cultists believed to be … Read more