5 players stuck in 2025/26 summer transfer winners and losers of failed moves what next? The 2025/2026 summer transfer was a very busy one, especially across top European football clubs. In a bid to force moves, strengthen squad and also get rid of the surplus to requirement, the window gave a blend of surprises and … Read more
In a stark contrast, Nigerians are paying higher petrol prices than residents of Metro Atlanta, USA, despite Nigeria’s status as an oil-rich nation. While petrol in Atlanta costs around $2.70 per gallon (67 cents per litre), equivalent to 1,102 naira per litre at the current exchange rate, Nigerians face an average price of 1,300 naira … Read more
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has completed his tour of the United States, where he engaged with Nigerians in the diaspora across three cities. The tour, which began on October 24, included visits to Houston, Texas; Los Angeles, California; and Atlanta, Georgia, according to a statement from the Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR), … Read more
Two Delta Air Lines employees lost their lives, and another was seriously injured following an accident at a maintenance facility in Atlanta. The incident occurred at the airline’s wheel and brake shop at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport shortly after 5:00 a.m. local time on Tuesday while the workers were servicing a Delta aircraft. The exact … Read more
Nestling aboard an incoming Delta Airline flight from Atlanta, Georgia on May 10, 2024, the window-seat view of the landscape and skyscape of Ikeja cityscape was gloomy. The giant American bird called Boeing glided through the clouds before swooping down intently like a hawk in hunt. EDITOR’S PICK Trump’s Conviction Spurs Record Fundraising, Raises Nearly … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Toyin Osinubi’s funeral service is set to hold on Friday, October 13, 2023. She passed away on October 3, 2023, at the age of 64. According to the schedule of events obtained by Eko Hot Blog, the funeral service will hold from 1:00pm to 2:30pm. Before the service, there … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Human Rights Lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has called for the suspension of flight operations into Nigeria by British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. This, he said, was due to the denial of Air Peace right to operate to London. EDITOR’S PICKS JUST IN: Police Service Commission Orders Compulsory Retirement Of Four … Read more
Mr Kunle Masha turned 70 today, May 14, 2023. Mr Masha, a former Vice President of Eko Club International, reached the admirable milestone after a lifetime filled with immeasurable service to humanity. EDITOR’S PICKS Senate Presidency Battle: Is APC About To Relive Another Saraki-esque Drama? Razor on Fuel Subsidy? A Dilemma for Tinubu’s Administration FG’s … Read more
The suspect in the Midtown Atlanta shooting has been apprehended, according to Atlanta police. Deion Patterson, 24, was identified by police as the gunman in the shooting at a Northside Hospital medical facility in Atlanta. Five women were shot and one has died from her injuries, police said. A press conference is happening soon from … Read more
A man who died in an Atlanta jail cell was “eaten alive by insects and bed bugs”, the family’s lawyer has alleged. Lashawn Thompson was jailed on a misdemeanour and placed in the Fulton County Jail psychiatric wing after officials judged him mentally ill. Family attorney Michael D Harper released photos showing Mr Thompson’s body … Read more
Nigerians in the Diaspora are bracing up for a political rally in support of the All Progressive Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in a convergence that is poised to be the grandest of its kind beyond the shore of Nigeria, given the level of preparation by the organizers. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Adeleke … Read more
Four labor and delivery nurses at an Atlanta hospital came under fire over a TikTok video in which they shared the things that annoy them about expecting mothers and their families. Eko Hot Blog reports that one nurse said, “My ick is when you come in for your induction, talking about, ‘Can I take a … Read more
Some McDonald’s employees have helped a family deliver their baby. Eko Hot Blog reports that nothing prepared three McDonald’s employees in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, for what they had to do on Wednesday morning EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Sammie Okposo Is Dead Couple Abduct, Kill Employer After Collecting N15m Ransom UK University Workers Commence Strike … Read more
Delta Airlines has suspended Lagos-New York flights. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Delta Airlines has suspended its New York-JFK-Lagos flight with effect from October 4, 2022. The airline disclosed this via a statement, stating that the route suspension was to fit into “the current demand environment.” EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: APC Moves To Suspend … Read more
A Delta Air flight to Lagos, Nigeria made a U-turn back to Atlanta Airport after the plane developed a fault in the air EKO HOT BLOG reports that tragedy was averted on the night of Friday, 5th of August when a Delta Airline that took off for Lagos, Nigeria had to be diverted by … Read more
The incident comes two days after a gunman killed 10 people, including a police officer, at a supermarket in Boulder, Colorado, and just over a week since a shooter killed eight people at spas in the Atlanta area A man armed with a rifle entered an Atlanta Public Supermarket Wednesday in Midtown at Atlantic Station, … Read more
Football worldwide mourns for another untimely departure of another player. The young defensive Midfielder named Ta Bi was aged 21 before his sudden demise. Football Players and Coaches send their condolences Atlanta Defensive Midfielder, Willy Ta Bi passed away on Tuesday following liver cancer disease he has been grappling with, EKO HOT BLOG gathered. He … Read more
Leaders Inter Milan missed the chance to move three points clear at the top of Serie A as Antonio Conte’s side were held by Atalanta. Lautaro Martinez latched on to Romelu Lukaku’s pass to fire in his 17th goal of the season and put Inter ahead after just four minutes at the San Siro. Atalanta … Read more
Champions League debutants Atalanta reached the knockout stages with victory at Shakhtar Donetsk after recovering from losing their first three games. The Serie A side only had one point after four games – including a 4-0 and 5-1 defeat – but wins over Dinamo Zagreb and Shakhtar have taken them through behind Manchester City. Timothy … Read more
Defender Kyle Walker had to play in goal for the closing stages as Manchester City held on to draw with Atalanta in the Champions League. Walker replaced substitute goalkeeper Claudio Bravo, who was sent off for a sliding tackle on Josip Ilicic outside the box, having replaced first-choice keeper Ederson at half-time. Raheem Sterling had … Read more