Minister of Defence assures imminent rescue of abducted Kaduna Students. Strong condemnation of the killing of Nigerian Army officers in Delta State; perpetrators will face decisive action. Minister commends troops’ efforts in battling insecurity, pledges full support from President Tinubu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Defence, Alhaji Muhammed Abubakar, on Thursday, assured that … Read more
16 state governors back state police to tackle Nigeria’s security issues. Federal police overwhelmed by rampant crime, leading to calls for state-level security. Regional security outfits like Amotekun face effectiveness challenges due to lack of federal support. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a bid to address Nigeria’s escalating security challenges, 16 state governors have supported … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that two warring bandit gangs are said to have engaged in a gun battle near Hayin Alhaji and the Munhanye woodland in Tsafe local government area of Zamfara State, resulting in numerous casualties. Ibrahim Muhammad, a native of the region, told reporters on Sunday that the war for domination between factions … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that bandits have killed a Catholic seminarian, Stephen Naman alongside with two others in a night attack. Editor’s Pick About 49 Civilians and 15 Soldiers Killed In Mali Attack G20 To Consider AU Membership in New Delhi BREAKING: Gabriel Suswam Declared Winner Of Benue Northeast Senatorial District Election By Tribunal The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the former Secretary to the Government of Katsina State, Dr. Mustapha Inuwa has said negotiation with the bandits would be futile as they (bandits) won’t accept the negotiation. This is coming against the backdrop of call on President Bola Ahmad Tinubu to negotiate with bandits by former Zamfara State Governor. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Kaduna State Governor in Northwest Nigeria, Senator Uba Sani has showered praises on troops of the Nigerian Army for their gallant efforts towards degrading and eliminating criminal elements in Kaduna state He particularly applauded the bravery of the troops in flushing out bandits from their hideouts in Kagarko-Iche, Takalafiya, Gidan … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Troops of Operation Hadarin Daji on Friday rescued 24 abductees in the Kabugu Lamba, Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The troops received an intelligent report on a bandit hideout at Kabugu Lamba forest where kidnapped victims were concentrated, Channels Television was reliably informed. A military source told Vera … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Alhaji Aminu Danbuba, a security expert, has cautioned Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State against entering into any peace negotiations with bandits. According to him, there are some policies of previous administrations that need to be prioritised in order to ensure the well-being of the state and the security of … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Commander, 1 Brigade of the Nigerian Army in charge of Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara States, Brigadier General Sani Ahmed has said it would be very difficult to end banditry activities in the northwest except if bandits’ informants are eliminated. Ahmed stated this on Monday during a public speaking engagement with some … Read more
Bandits had abducted 96 students from the Federal Government College, Birnin Yauri in Kebbi State in June 2021. Recently, three of the remaining seven kidnapped female students were released by the kidnappers. The released girls have been handed over to the Kebbi State government, but it is unclear whether a ransom was paid. EKO HOT … Read more
Former Nigerian lawmaker Shehu Sani has criticized President Buhari for claiming to have delivered on his promises. Sani accused the outgoing president of leaving behind a huge debt and masses of citizens in poverty, citing a UNICEF report that over 133 million Nigerians live in poverty. He also alleged that Buhari would be leaving behind … Read more
The report on banditry has revealed that 308 people have lost their lives and 746 others have been taken captive in Kaduna over a three-month period. The report revealed that among the 214 victims, there were 196 males, 14 females, and four minors, spread across the three senatorial districts. The report is contained in the … Read more
Zamfara government has issued order to hoteliers EKO HOT BLOG reports that Zamfara State government has ordered all hoteliers in the State to scrutinise all their guests by means of valid identification before admitting them into their hotels. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: NLC Petitions Buhari, Demands Immediate Investigation Of State Govs BREAKING: Prominent … Read more
Trust TV Fined N5m Over Documentary On Banditry EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has slammed Trust TV, a broadcast arm of Daily Trust newspapers, with a N5m fine for a documentary it produced and aired on March 5, 2022. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Lekki Residents Charges LASG To Tackle Flood, … Read more
We Are Making Progress In Tackling Banditry, Terrorism – Buhari EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian government is making efforts to tackle banditry, terrorism and other criminal activities in the country. EDITOR’S PICK APC 2023: Bola Tinubu Shortlists El-Rufai, Oshiomhole For Campaign DG –Reports 2023: Tinubu’s Ally Reveals What Will Determine Winner … Read more
Sheikh Gumi has reacted to a threat issued by the Federal Government to sanction the BBC and Trust TV, a subsidiary of Daily Trust newspapers, for allegedly glorifying banditry. EKO HOT BLOG reports that renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has condemned the Federal Government over its threat to sanction media outlets for their … Read more
Ortom accused the President of violating his oath of office because Nigerians are in pains under his watch He said Buhari has left Nigerians digging their graves EDITOR’S PICK Presidency Responds To Video Of Terrorists Flogging Train Attack Victims, Threatening Buhari Davido’s Father Warns Adeleke Against Reneging On His Promise To Osun People Wedding Guests … Read more
Government benefits from insecurity— Bandit Kingpin …his gang requested N300 million from the government for the release of the schoolgirls but the government eventually paid N60 million. EDITOR’S PICK 2023: Tinubu’s Ally Reveals What Will Determine Winner Of Presidential Election APC 2023: Bola Tinubu Shortlists El-Rufai, Oshiomhole For Campaign DG –Reports Don’t Be Distracted With … Read more
The residents lamented that in spite of assurances of adequate security, they were unable to celebrate their Eid el-Adha due to Most of the villagers celebrated their Sallah in Gusau and other urban areas because no community in Zamfara State is secured EDITOR’S PICK Kuje Prison Attack: FG Declares 72 Boko Haram Suspects Wanted, Releases … Read more
They were arraigned at the Zamfara State chief Magistrate court 1 where the presiding Judge, Saadu Garba heard charges The presiding Judge granted the two monarchs bails on health grounds, age, and considering the fact that they had been in detention for about 10 to 11 months EDITOR’S PICK 2023: Full Details Of Buhari’s Meeting … Read more