Royal family and public mourn Duchess of Kent dies at 92 Known for Wimbledon role The British royal family is in mourning following the death of the Duchess of Kent, Katharine Worsley, at the age of 92. Buckingham Palace announced her passing on Friday, confirming that she died peacefully. As the wife of the Duke … Read more
A Chinese businessman, identified only as H6, has lost his appeal against a UK ban imposed on national security grounds, according to a Special Immigration Appeals Commission ruling. The businessman, described as a “close confidant” of Prince Andrew, was prohibited from entering the UK in March 2023. Judges determined that the former home secretary, Suella … Read more
Sir Keir Starmer becomes the UK’s new prime minister after Rishi Sunak’s resignation, following the worst election defeat for the Conservatives. Eko Hot Blog reports that Sir Keir Starmer has officially become the UK’s new prime minister following a meeting with the King at Buckingham Palace. This significant event occurred after Rishi Sunak resigned, marking … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Kingdom‘s economy has officially slipped into a recession, with the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) declining by 0.3 percent in December 2023, signalling a downturn across all main sectors. The UK’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) confirmed the contraction, marking a significant moment for the nation’s economic landscape. This … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Prince William of Britain is poised to return to his royal frontline responsibilities as his father, King Charles III, undergoes cancer treatment and his wife, Catherine, recuperates from surgery. The unexpected news of the king’s cancer diagnosis, disclosed on Monday, along with Catherine’s recent abdominal surgery, has placed a significant … Read more
Oba Ogunlaja was recently in the United Kingdom to promote his kingdom’s culture. He was accompanied by a monarch, a chief, and some others on the trip. The event also provided a platform for the monarchs to bring investment opportunities to their communities. Eko Hot Blog reports that Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, Paramount Ruler of Noforija … Read more
A Buckingham palace official resigned after making alleged racist comments to Black Charity CEO. Eko Hot Blog reports that an honorary aide at the Buckingham palace, Susan Hussey, has resigned after repeatedly asking the founder of a British charity organisation, Ngozi Fulani, questions on her cultural background. EDITOR’S PICKS Why Tinubu Is Travelling To The … Read more
Buhari has returned to Nigeria after a “medical checkup” in London. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, after his private trip to London, United Kingdom. EDITOR’S PICKS Six Killed, Scores Injured In Bomb Attack On Central Istanbul Buhari Meets With Tinubu, Adamu Ahead Of APC Campaign Flag-Off … Read more
Buhari met with King Charles at Buckingham Palace. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday evening met with His Royal Majesty King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in London. EDITOR’S PICKS US Midterms: Warnock And Walker Head To Runoff In Crucial Georgia Senate Race US Midterms: NiDCOM Chair Hail Nigerians On Election … Read more
Buckingham Palace has announced a date for King Charles III’s coronation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Buckingham Palace has announced May 6, 2023, for the coronation ceremony of British Monarch, King Charles III. EDITOR’S PICKS UK Longest Serving Monarch, Queen Elizabeth Dies At 96 Prince Charles Finally Becomes King Of England King Charles III Biography … Read more
King Charles III Commits To ‘Lifelong Service’ In First Address EKO HOT BLOG reports that Britain’s new monarch, King Charles III, in an intensely personal speech full of undisguised emotion about his family at a time of mourning addressed the nation and commonwealth for the first time since his mother’s passing. The speech included … Read more
Doctors Raise Concern As Queen Elizabeth Is Put Under Medical Supervision EKO HOT BLOG reports that Queen Elizabeth II is under medical supervision at Balmoral after doctors became concerned for her health. According to Buckingham Palace, all the Queen’s children are gathering at, or are travelling to, her Scottish estate near Aberdeen. … Read more
Prince Andrew to miss Jubilee service after testing positive for Covid A Buckingham Palace spokesman said: “After undertaking a routine test The Duke has tested positive for Covid and with regret will no longer be attending tomorrow’s service.” EDITOR’S PICK Ukraine War: West Must ‘Prepare For War’, Says Ex-Nato Chief As Putin Unleashes Cruise Missiles … Read more
The Queen had her first vaccine in January 2021 and is believed to have had all her follow-up jabs… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Buckingham Palace has announced that Queen Elizabeth II has tested positive for COVID-19. The monarch is experiencing “mild cold-like symptoms” but expects to continue “light duties” at Windsor over the coming … Read more
…he would make a “substantial donation to Ms Giuffre’s charity”. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Prince Andrew has settled a civil sexual assault case brought against him in the US by Virginia Giuffre. Giuffre had been suing the Duke of York, claiming he sexually assaulted her on three occasions when she was 17, allegations he … Read more
All Prince Andrew’s roles have been returned to the Queen with immediate effect… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Duke of York’s military titles and royal patronages have been returned to the Queen, Buckingham Palace has announced. Prince Andrew, 61, will stop using the style His Royal Highness in an official capacity, a royal source … Read more
…the case against the Duke of York could be heard later this year. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Prince Andrew is to face a civil case in the US over allegations he sexually assaulted a woman when she was 17. Virginia Giuffre is suing the prince, claiming he abused her in 2001. His lawyers said … Read more
The queen did not attend a church service Sunday, and her attendance at other upcoming events remains uncertain… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Queen Elizabeth II will no longer do official events solo after her recent stay in the hospital — to make sure another royal is on hand in case she has to cancel … Read more
Prince Harry, a former soldier, holds several honorary military titles, as well as Commonwealth appointments United Kingdom’s Prince Harry will relinquish his honorary military appointments and patronages after confirming to Queen Elizabeth II that he and his wife Meghan Markle will not return as working royals, Buckingham Palace announced on Friday. The Duke and Duchess … Read more
Queen Elizabeth has reacted to the announcement that her grandson Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are planning to “step back as senior members of the Royal Family.” Her reactions came just hours after Harry and Meghan shared their plans to “carve out a progressive new role,” on their verified Instagram account on Wednesday … Read more