Hundreds of Christians in Kaduna protest Leah Sharibu’s continued captivity by Boko Haram since 2018 Protesters demand release of Leah and other abducted schoolchildren in northern Nigeria Christian leaders urge government action to ensure citizen safety, highlighting broader insecurity issue EKO HOT BLOG reports that hundreds of Christians gathered in Kaduna State on Tuesday to protest … Read more
Mahmud Mamman Nur Albarnawy, eldest son of ISWAP founder Mamman Nur, surrenders to NSCDC in Maiduguri Zagazola Makama facilitates Mahmud’s surrender through his uncle in Gamborun Ngala Mahmud confesses to participating in Boko Haram assaults and is transferred to Bulunkutu Rehabilitation Centre, ISWAP history detailed, NSCDC investigates ISWAP leader’s son EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
MNJTF troops neutralized three Boko Haram terrorists in separate operations in Cameroon. The operations resulted in the recovery of weapons and ammunition. Local community support has been crucial in the success of the MNJTF’s efforts against terrorism. EKO HOT BLOG reports that troops of Sector 1, Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), have successfully neutralized three Boko … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu’s government has confirmed that the trial of all Boko Haram suspects in Kainji has recommenced. The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, announced this development during the two-day High-level African Counter-terrorism Summit in Abuja. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: FG Raids Abuja Chinese Supermarket Over Discrimination Against Nigerians BREAKING: … Read more
Soldiers’ bodies recovered after clash with suspected bandits in Niger State. Source suggests soldiers targeted by suspected Boko Haram during anti-bandit mission. State Commissioner confirms incident, stresses ongoing efforts to combat insurgency. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the bodies of soldiers killed in an attack by suspected bandits in Niger State have been recovered. The incident … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE The 10th anniversary of the abduction of 276 schoolchildren from the Government Girls Secondary School in Chibok, Nigeria, has again brought an eerie feeling of despair and panic. EDITOR’S PICKS Fisayo Soyombo And Customs: A Mockery Of ‘See Something, Say Something’ Nigeria’s Electricity Tariff Hike: A Blow To Citizens’ Wallets And The Economy … Read more
US reaffirms support for Nigeria in anti-terrorism efforts, pledges aid to survivors. Borno State hopes for rescue of remaining Chibok girls held by Boko Haram. Initiatives underway to support rescued girls and enhance school security nationwide. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States (U.S.) has reiterated its commitment to supporting Nigeria in its fight against … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army has refuted a viral report that it recruited repented Boko Haram members. The Army made this known in a statement on Sunday by its spokesman, Onyema Nwachuckwu. On Thursday, one Hauwakulu Tabra was reported to have been killed by Adamu Muhammad, a soldier she was in a … Read more
Federal Government’s rehabilitation of repentant terrorists under Operations Safe Corridor raises concerns among retired soldiers. Reintegrated terrorists accused of maintaining contact with former colleagues and acting as spies. Retired military officers express skepticism about rehabilitation programme, advocate for stricter measures against terrorists. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has decided to rehabilitate and reintegrate … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the military has received an order from a Federal High Court in Borno to release at least 313 suspected terrorists. The decision of the court to release the suspects was based on the lack of evidence to incriminate them following the investigation. Editor’s Picks Tinubu Appoints Dangote, Elumelu, Others To … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has unveiled the identity of 15 entities, including nine individuals and six Bureau De Change operators and firms, allegedly involved in terrorism financing. Details of the development were revealed by the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit, in an email sent to our correspondent on Tuesday night, entitled “Designation … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that two children have tragically lost their lives in a fire at the Muna Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Borno State. The incident happened on Tuesday (today). However, details of the incident are still sketchy as of the time this report was filed. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Bandits Attack Sokoto, Kidnap Several … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Army troops conducted a raid on Sambisa forest in Borno State, resulting in the elimination of three terrorists. Additionally, the troops successfully destroyed terrorist hideouts within the forest. Sambisa forest, initially designated as a game reserve by the colonial government, has become a stronghold for both Boko Haram and … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a prominent leader of the Boko Haram terrorist group, Mustapha Ari, has dumped the group and pitched his tent with the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters. This online media platform understands Ari holds the position of Chief Imam within the Boko Haram faction located in Mandara Mountain. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Borno State government has moved to allay fears regarding the resurgence of terror in the North-East, assuring the public that none of the over 160,000 repentant Boko Haram insurgents has returned to the bush to resume fighting against the Nigerian state. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an officer of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Kazeem Yusuf, yesterday, told a Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court that N4.6 billion was allegedly diverted to organise prayer for Nigeria. Yusuf spoke while testifying as the second prosecution witness (PW2) in the trial of a former Minister of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Jersey’s Royal Court has granted a ruling favoring the return of stolen assets worth £6.9 million ($8.9 million) to Nigeria. The decision comes after Jersey’s Attorney General issued a forfeiture notice in November, asserting that the funds, deposited in a Jersey bank account, were likely misappropriated by Nigerian government officials … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that there was a sense of relief among the residents of Damaturu, the capital of Yobe State, yesterday after electricity was restored after four days of power outages caused by the destruction of electricity towers by Boko Haram insurgents. This online media platform understands that on Thursday, a power transmission line that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chibok town, Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State, is in the news again following a fierce attack by Boko Haram insurgents, on Tuesday evening, killing two persons and injuring scores. Chibok was for the first time in the global news in April 2014, when the insurgents stormed the Government Girls … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that there are currently 87 Chibok girls being held captive, according to the representative of Chibok-Domboa-Gwoza at the House of Representatives, Ahmed Jaha. While praising the Federal Government for the recovery of some of the girls, Jaha pointed out that 87 Chibok girls were still yet to regain their freedom. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more