At least 20 people are feared dead after a boat capsized on the River Benue on Saturday, December 14. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the incident occurred while the boat was ferrying passengers from Ocholonya in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State to Odenyi in Nasarawa Toto LGA of Nasarawa State, following activities … Read more
A tragic boat accident on the River Benue near Ocholonya in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State has left many feared dead, with women and children among the casualties. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: … Read more
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed an investigation into the boat accident that occurred in Kogi State on Friday, which is feared to have claimed the lives of many passengers. In a statement on Saturday, Force spokesman Olumuyiwa Adejobi confirmed that the IGP had tasked the Force Marine Officer with leading … Read more
The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, has been identified as one of the survivors of a tragic boat accident that occurred in the Warri South Local Government Area on Tuesday, resulting in the loss of five lives. In a statement released on Wednesday by his Chief Press Secretary, … Read more
Emeka Rollas, the president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), has clarified why the Association could not take legal action against actress Adanma Luke following the tragic death of actor Junior Pope and four others. Junior Pope died on April 10, 2024, alongside four crew members when their boat capsized in the River Niger … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the families affected by the recent boat accident in Niger State, where over 150 passengers are reported missing. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To Honour Ronaldo For Record-Breaking Champions League Career … Read more
A boat capsized in the Gbodo Jego River in Ijofin, Ipokia Local Government Area of Ogun State on Thursday at around 7:00 p.m., resulting in two wood merchants being rescued and two others still missing. EKO HOT BLOG learnt that the victims, Ahohe Seido and an individual known as Dogbon, were transporting firewood to Benin … Read more
New findings reveal that Nollywood actor Junior Pope had no access to a life jacket during the fatal boat incident on April 10, countering claims that he declined one. EKO HOT BLOG reports that new findings reveal that Nollywood actor John Paul Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope, did not have access to a life jacket … Read more
Governor compensates family of late Nollywood artist Abigail Frederick. Boat accident in Anambra claims Abigail Frederick and Nollywood actor Junior Pope. Governor’s support offers solace to affected families. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Eno extended condolences to Abigail’s family in Ikot Udoma, Eket Local Government Area of the state. In a statement shared on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that separate boat accidents in Niger and Kebbi States, on Monday, drowned at least 52 passengers who are presumed dead. The Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) said a boat carrying about 22 passengers capsized in Agwara LGA. According to NAN, Salihu Garba, the director general of the agency, said the … Read more
At least five people have reportedly died in a boat mishap at Kanwa Dam in Kano State. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, and six survivors were rescued from the water. Investigations into the accident are ongoing, with reports set to be made available. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the at least five people reportedly … Read more
Favour Daniels, the popular Nigeria Skitmaker, has died in a boat accident. The young sister of the deceased announced Favour’s death to the public. Celebrities have taken to social media to react to the death of the Skitmaker. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Skitmaker, Favour Daniels, popularly known as Omoge, has died in … Read more
Buhari has expressed condolence to the Kebbi govt over a recent boat accident. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his condolences to the government and residents of Kebbi State after a boat carrying farmers capsized this week. Reports went viral that a boat carrying approximately 100 farmers capsized in the Koko/Besse … Read more
Tragedy As One Dies, 43 Missing In Fresh Boat Accident. The tragic accident occurred on Saturday afternoon. However, as of Sunday afternoon, the search for the remaining victims was still ongoing… EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: Terrorists Flog Abducted Train Victims, Threaten To Kidnap Buhari, El-Rufai [VIDEO] JUST IN: UN Sends Strong Warning To Buhari, Orders Immediately … Read more
Two persons lost their lives on Monday when a boat conveying seven passengers to the Offin area of Ikorodu capsized into the Lagos lagoon around 7pm. The General Manager of the Lagos State Waterways Authority, Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, said all the occupants were relatives. He said, “According to the report given, a fishing boat from Makoko … Read more
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has announced that the agency has recovered 6 dead bodies from the boat accident that happened in Lagos. According to the agency, the accident happened around 8pm on Friday on the Ebute Ero -Ikorodu waterway. LASEMA alleged that contrary to the report on Friday, July 3, 2020, that … Read more
15 people have been confirmed dead, while many others missing in a boat accident in the Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. It was gathered the victims were returning from Warrah market, a border community in the Ngaski Local Government Area of Kebbi State to Sabo Yumu in Borgu, when the accident happened on … Read more