see baba oninu re Man Tries to Assault Naira Marley Death of Mohbad Nigerian musician Naira Marley faced an attack on stage during a recent concert in Cotonou, Benin Republic. According to Eko Hot Blog, a man suddenly rushed toward the Marlian Music boss while he was performing, but security personnel quickly intervened, tackling the … Read more
Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has named a 20-player squad for Nigeria’s U-17 girls, the Flamingos, ahead of the WAFU B U-17 Girls’ Cup, which kicks off on Thursday. Among the selected players are FIFA World Cup scorers Shakirat Moshood and Harmony Chidi. Also included in the squad are goalkeeper Christiana Uzoma, defenders Taiwo Adegoke and … Read more
The Federal Government has dismissed civil servants who obtained degrees from private universities in Benin Republic and Togo between 2017 and 2023, following concerns over fraudulent academic practices. The directive was confirmed on Wednesday by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation … Read more
Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and key wingback Ola Aina have been ruled out, while Ademola Lookman remains a major doubt for Monday’s crucial 2025 AFCON qualifying Group D fixture against Rwanda’s Amavubi. The match will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State. Nwabali was … Read more
Segun Odegbami has praised Victor Osimhen after the Galatasaray forward matched his goal record for the Super Eagles. Osimhen reached Odegbami’s tally of 23 goals by scoring in the Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Thursday night. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris … Read more
Nigeria’s Super Eagles settled for a 1-1 draw against Benin Republic in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in Abidjan on Thursday. Gernot Rohr’s team took an early lead through Mohamed Tijani and controlled much of the first half. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured their place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after Rwanda fell 1-0 to Libya on Thursday. The deciding goal was netted by Fahd Saad Mohamed in the 84th minute at Kigali’s Amahoro Stadium, quieting the home crowd and confirming Nigeria’s AFCON berth. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has affirmed that his team has arrived in Abidjan with the goal of defeating the Cheetahs of Benin Republic. While a single point would be sufficient to secure Nigeria’s spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco, Eguavoen stated that the team is focused on taking … Read more
The Federal Government has officially scrapped the contentious 18-year age requirement for admission into tertiary institutions nationwide. Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa made the announcement, signaling a potential shift in Nigeria’s education policy under his leadership. This change, aimed at making the education system more inclusive and flexible, is expected to impact thousands of prospective … Read more
Social media activist Martins Ortse, also known as VeryDarkMan, has claimed that popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, was arrested by security authorities on Monday. According to VeryDarkMan, Bobrisky was apprehended at the Seme border while allegedly attempting to flee to Benin Republic to avoid an investigative hearing by the House of Representatives. … Read more
Benin’s state prosecutor announced the arrest of three prominent men on suspicion of planning a “coup d’etat” in the country. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly Killing Mother, Mutilating Son in Abia Fubara Regains Freedom After 11 Days in Captivity Mario Metonou, special prosecutor at Benin’s … Read more
Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation, Austin Eguavoen, has refuted claims that he will step down as interim coach of the Super Eagles after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Eguavoen was appointed by the NFF to oversee the Super Eagles for these crucial matches due to … Read more
Atalanta celebrated Ademola Lookman’s impressive performance in the Super Eagles’ 3-0 victory over Benin Republic during Saturday’s 2025 AFCON qualifiers in Uyo, where Lookman netted twice. Lookman, alongside Victor Osimhen, led the Eagles to a strong start in their qualifying campaign. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down … Read more
Ademola Lookman grabbed brace to help Nigeria’s Super Eagles to a comfortable 3-0 victory against Benin Republic in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture in Uyo on Saturday. Lookman, who just got nominated for the 2024 Ballon d’Or awards got his first goal in the 46 minutes of added time before the first halve. … Read more
Benin Republic captain Steve Mounie has declared that the Cheetahs are fully prepared for their showdown against the Super Eagles. Gernot Rohr’s team is in Uyo for the first match of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against the Super Eagles. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation … Read more
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are gearing up to take revenge on their West African neighbours, Cheetahs of Benin Republic in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign. Recall that in June, the Benin’s Cheetahs, under the leadership of former Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr defeated Nigeria 2-1. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Austin Eguavoen addressed the media ahead of the upcoming AFCON qualifier matches, emphasizing that he did not actively seek the coaching role. Eguavoen, who has served as the national team’s technical director since 2020, accepted the position out of a sense of duty and a desire to contribute to Nigerian football. … Read more
Austin Eguavoen has emphasized that the Super Eagles players must take responsibility for turning their fortunes around. The Eagles will kick off their qualifying campaign for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a home match against the Benin Republic’s Cheetahs on Saturday, September 7, in Uyo. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing … Read more
Bruno Labbadia has made a surprising U-turn on his decision to coach the Super Eagles of Nigeria, according to a report from DAILY POST. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) had announced earlier this week that the experienced German manager would be taking the helm of the three-time African champions. However, recent reports from Germany indicate … Read more
Nigeria and Benin Republic jointly inaugurated the Tsamiya Dry Port Trade Office in Kano State yesterday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the new office, located at No. ‘A’ Magaji Rumfa Road, GRA, Kano, was officially commissioned in a ceremony to enhance regional trade. The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, represented by Assistant Comptroller Sambo … Read more