Kaduna has been under incessant bandits and terrorists attack in recent time Kajuru Local Government area of the state is the worst hit in the latest cases of attacks The seven kidnapped victims were abducted on Saturday. Eko Hot Blog reports that Terrorists have released seven out of over 14 people kidnapped in the Dogon … Read more
Kaduna has been a hotbed for bandits for many years. Recently, bandits abducted more than 200 schoolchildren who are yet to regain their freedom. There’s been a fresh mass kidnap in Kaduna, worsening the kidnapping crisis in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen have reportedly attacked the Kajuru station community in Kajuru Local … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that In a recent operation, troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully foiled a kidnapping attempt on three commercial buses in Kogi State, rescuing the passengers onboard. This daring rescue comes as part of ongoing efforts to combat criminal activities across the country. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the abductors of over 287 schoolchildren in Kuriga village of Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State are reportedly demanding N1 billion from the victims’ families as ransom. Recall that gunmen invaded the school last Thursday morning shortly after the Assembly session and abducted the pupils and some staff members … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday, chaired the weekly Federal Executive Council FEC meeting. This gathering took place within the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, as reported by this online media platform. In attendance were Vice President Kashim Shettima, Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila, Secretary to … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that In a bid to address the alarming rate of abductions by bandits, Kaduna-based cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has urged the government to embrace dialogue rather than following the path of previous administrations. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of Block In Nigeria … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Kaduna-based Muslim cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, on Tuesday, sought government’s permission to approach and have talks with bandits who abducted about 287 schoolchildren from Kuriga Government Secondary and LEA Primary Schools in the Chikun Local Government Area of the state. The Islamic cleric insisted that dialogue was the way to go, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday, arrived in Kaduna State to assess the situation following the abduction of 280 school children and teachers from the joint Government Secondary and LEA Primary School in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area. Upon arrival, Shettima was welcomed by Governor Uba Sani, Minister of Environment Malam … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Northern Elders Forum (NEF), led by Prof. Ango Abdullahi, voiced dissatisfaction on Saturday regarding the kidnapping of over 287 students and educators from Government Secondary School and LEA Primary School in Kuriga 1, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State by bandits. Editor’s Pick Hardship, Food Scarcity Has Turned … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that bandits responsible for the kidnap of 287 schoolchildren and teachers in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, are reportedly using their victims as human shields. Recall that the gunmen, on Thursday morning, abducted 287 pupils and teachers of the Government Secondary School and LEA Primary School shortly after the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has condemned the kidnap of female Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Borno and students in Kaduna State. This online media platform gathered that bandits, on Thursday, attacked the Government Secondary School and LEA primary school in Kuriga, Kaduna State, whisking away no fewer than 280 students, pupils and … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that communities in Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State were invaded by gunmen suspected to be bandits on Thursday, resulting in the loss of 16 lives. This online media platform reports that this development occurred just within the past 24 hours following attacks by rival militia groups on the Gbagir … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has reacted to the bandits attack on a school in the state, which resulted in the kidnap of 287 students. The Governor vowed that all efforts would be put in place to ensure the students return home safely. recalls a total of 287 students … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that Frustrated by ongoing bandit attacks, residents of Wurna village took to the streets, blocking the Katsina-Dutsinma highway. Editor’s pick: Police Deny Arresting Lagos Men “For Playing Ludo’, Reveals Reason How Troops Arrested 271 Suspects In Plateau – Police Eguavoen, Amuneke, Others Linked To Super Eagles Job As Peseiro Quit The … 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 Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, issued a stern warning on Friday, expressing concerns that the escalating hunger crisis in the country could exacerbate the existing security challenges. Governor Radda disclosed that he was among those targeted for attacks by bandits, highlighting the urgent need to address the pressing issues at … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the air component of Operation Whirl Punch has successfully neutralized over 30 terrorists and kidnappers in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The Director, Public Relations and Information of the Nigerian Air Force, AVM Edward Gabkwet, revealed this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Gabkwet said that … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Abia State Command of Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has apprehended a suspected car thief in Aba and recovered a stolen vehicle from him. The Assistant Road Commander (Public Education) of FRSC in Abia, Chinwendu Enyioko, made this known in a statement on Sunday. Editor’s Picks UNILORIN Student Abducted In … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Police authorities in Abuja have arrested some suspected bandits, and kidnappers, saying they also rescued 154 abductees in the area in two weeks. Force Spokesman Muyiwa Adejopu said this in a late Friday statement, saying the successes were due to the recent launch of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS) in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that no fewer than seven people were reportedly killed in a renewed attack by gunmen suspected to be herders in Logo Local Government Area of Benue State. The suspected armed herders were said to have attacked a commercial vehicle between Arufu and Chembe villages Sunday and shot at passengers. EDITOR’S PICKS Bye-Election: … Read more