The Idoma International Carnival once again reaffirmed its position as one of Nigeria’s most captivating cultural festivals. Celebrating its 12th edition, themed The Rhythm of Our Heritage, the carnival brought life and colour to the heart of Idomaland, transforming the city of Otukpo into a vibrant hub of cultural expression, economic activity, and festive joy … Read more
Hon. Shima Ayati, a former Special Assistant to the President during Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s tenure, has passed away after a brief illness in Makurdi, the Benue State capital. Ayati, known as a grassroots politician and author, served closely with Atiku during the Obasanjo administration for two terms. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support … Read more
Gunmen suspected to be cultists have reportedly killed a soldier and four people at North Bank, a suburb of Makurdi, Benue state capital. This dastardly act occured on Friday night. In the past few weeks the North Bank area of Makurdi has been embroiled with rival cult clashes that has claimed several lives and properties. … Read more
The body of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, is set to arrive in Abuja from Lagos on Thursday. Upon arrival, his remains will be honored with a guard of honor and a red carpet procession, with top military officials in attendance. The body will then be transferred to an ambulance … Read more
Benue politician Ewaoche Benjamin Obe has been evicted from his Abuja residence after his wife, Christiana Obe, allegedly used their home as collateral for a loan without his consent. Obe, who was the African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate in the 2023 elections, shared the shocking news in a live video on his Facebook page. … Read more
A young woman identified as Blessing has gone viral in Benue State after an unusual incident in which she seized a man’s mattress as compensation when he refused to pay her for an all-night service. The event, which quickly spread across social media, has drawn both criticism and public sympathy, eventually leading to a heartwarming … Read more
The Federal Government has alerted Nigerians about the release of water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was announced in a press statement issued on Tuesday by Umar Muhammed, the Director General/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA). According to the statement, the authorities of the … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) announced that the state congresses recently held in 12 states, including Rivers, are currently under review. The party clarified that the review process is ongoing and no conclusions have been reached yet. The congresses, which took place over the weekend, have stirred discontent in states like Rivers, Benue, Katsina, and … Read more
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has issued a stark warning, stating that the abduction of Nigerians by bandits will continue unless the government and security agencies take decisive action against insecurity. Obi made these remarks while reacting to the recent release of 8 corps members by bandits in Zamfara State and the police … Read more
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has issued a strong condemnation of the recent abduction of approximately 20 medical students and a house officer by bandits in Benue State. The ministry described the incident as a severe violation of human rights and a substantial threat to the country’s healthcare system. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
A bandit raid on Ayati community in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State has left at least 40 people dead. The attack occurred on Thursday, with the assailants striking around 5 p.m. as residents returned from their farms and daily activities. A local youth leader, who requested anonymity for security reasons, confirmed the incident. … Read more
Controversy has erupted over the purported suspension of former Benue State Governor, Chief Samuel Ortom, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This is just as the Benue State Chapter of the PDP has refuted claims of Ortom’s suspension, describing them as erroneous and unfounded. A letter purported to have been written and solely signed by … Read more
Acting Rector of Benue Polytechnic, Ugbokolo, Dr Emmanuel Barki, has been kidnapped by unknown Gunmen while returning to Ugbokolo after an official assignment in Makurdi. Eko Hot Blog reports that Barki was abducted alongside some management staff of the polytechnic and their driver. According to reports, the abductors moved them away from the highway and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Not fewer than 4,459 members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other parties in Benue defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The defections took place in Katsina-Ala and Adikpo during Governor Hyacinth Alia’s state-wide thank you tour to express gratitude for the support that led to his … Read more
NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and overcast skies across various regions of Nigeria from Tuesday to Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted the possibility of thunderstorms and overcast skies from Tuesday to Thursday throughout the nation. NiMet’s weather forecast, issued on Monday in Abuja, predicts the occurrence of morning thunderstorms in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Benue State Government has secured a €25 million loan from the European Investment Bank to construct 500 kilometres of roads throughout the state. The State Coordinator for the Benue Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP), Stephen Numbeve made the known in Makurdi on Thursday. Numbeve revealed that all … Read more
The Boxing and MMA Hall of Fame has teamed up with Abuja Continental to sponsor MMA Amateur Championship. This partnership aims to foster sports development and youth empowerment in Nigeria. Contestants from different states will compete at the upcoming Abuja Championship. Eko Hot Blog reports that The official announcement of the partnership between Nigeria’s well-known … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has promised the reinvigoration of the livestock value chain in Nigeria to transform the challenges to economic opportunities. The president who performed the official flag-off of the agric mechanisation revolution for food security in Minna, Niger Stare, yesterday called for the cooperation of state governors. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that Zone A Voters League (ZAVL), a socio-political group in Benue State, is gearing up to recall Senator Emmanuel Udende due to concerns over insecurity and missing relief funds. Pastor Saater Akaa, speaking on behalf of the group, stated, “We’re initiating the recall process because Udende’s alleged involvement in the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State is taking a firm stance against the politicization of security issues in the state, particularly in the wake of recent violence. “Instead of politicising it,” he implores, “support me to address the raging insecurity.”let’s stop. Editor’s Picks: Economic Crisis: AfDB Pledges $1.8 Billion Support For … Read more