World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Nigeria, Others Face Elimination Nigeria’s hopes hang in balance, must win crucial upcoming matches. Several African giants risk elimination with four rounds left. As the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensifies, African giants Egypt and Morocco are edging closer to securing their places at the tournament in the United … Read more
Egypt’s $9.3 Billion IMF Loan Tops List of African Nations Struggling with Financial Stability” “Reliance on IMF Loans Raises Concerns Over Africa’s Economic Future” “Kenya, Angola, and Côte d’Ivoire Trail Egypt in Massive IMF Debt Obligations: A Growing Trend Across Africa” African nations grappling with economic instability have increasingly turned to the International Monetary Fund … Read more
Dangote Refinery has officially commenced the export of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to Cameroon, marking its first-ever international shipment and a significant milestone for Africa’s largest oil refinery. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this groundbreaking export, announced in a statement by Dangote Refinery on Wednesday, results from a strategic partnership with Neptune Oil, a leading … Read more
The Igbo people, numbering approximately 40 million in Nigeria, are among the most influential tribes globally. Renowned for their entrepreneurial spirit, the Igbos have left an indelible mark both within and outside Nigeria. 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 … Read more
A DNA test has revealed that Vinicius Jr., the Brazilian and Real Madrid star, has ancestral roots tracing back to Cameroon. The test, conducted by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) in collaboration with AfricanAncestry.com, was unveiled on November 19, 2024, at Fonte Nova Stadium. It confirmed that Vinicius Jr. is descended from the Tikar tribe, … Read more
Defending champions Ivory Coast and Equatorial Guinea have both qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations without playing, as the second-to-last round of qualifiers began on Wednesday. Ivory Coast secured their spot in the top two of Group G following Sierra Leone’s 1-1 draw with Chad. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As … Read more
FG has collaborated with the U.S. and France to investigate the helicopter crash. Search efforts involving over 60 personnel are still ongoing. Cameroon assisted in the search after Nigerian authorities extended efforts. The Nigerian government has confirmed that the United States and France will join the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) in investigating the wreckage … 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
Cameroon President’s lesbian daughter has made case for LGBTQ rights. Eko Hot Blog reports that Brenda Biya, the daughter of Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, is seeking a change to the country’s anti-homosexuality laws. EDITOR’S PICKS Funke Akindele Visits Lagos Fire Service, Makes Major Announcement For Upcoming Film Tunji Alausa, Other Stakeholders Meet To Design Nigeria’s … Read more
Kennedy Ezeji was named Man of the Match in the Special Eagles’ match against Egypt at the Amputee Nations Cup. He hopes to revive his Point-of-Sale business when he secures a club in Turkey. The Special Eagles aim to qualify for the 2026 Amputee World Cup and improve on their 2021 performance. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
Tunji Alausa says the Nigerian government is committed to achieving a zero malaria regime. In a video, the minister makes the case for seasonal chemoprevention to control the scourge of malaria. In a statement, he also discloses plans to improve funding for malaria control. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health … 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
President Tinubu appointed Dr. Alausa and Prof. Ali Pate to lead the health ministry in July 2023. After both ministers assumed their offices in August 2023, they had the mandate to overhaul Nigeria’s healthcare system. In a recent interview, Dr. Alausa disclosed how the health ministry under both men is fulfilling this mandate. Eko Hot … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced the arrest of twenty-one food trucks destined for neighbouring nations. The anti-graft agency confirmed the interception in an official statement released on Tuesday via its X handle. According to the EFCC, the goods were en route to N’djamena, Chad Republic, Central African … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that troops of the Nigerian Army have intercepted two Dangote trucks and three additional vehicles that were allegedly carrying prohibited goods to the Republic of Cameroon. This news medium gathered that the trucks were intercepted on Friday and were paraded at the Nigerian police headquarters in Yola, the capital of Adamawa … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) has rejected an offer of resignation from its president Samuel Eto’o. Eto’o, 42, offered his resignation during a meeting of Fecafoot’s executive in Yaounde on Monday night, in which the former striker requested for other members of the board to also offer their resignations ‘in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali is reportedly set to start against Angola on Friday after being passed fit for the AFCON quarter-finals clash. The Chippa United goalkeeper on Thursday joined and completed training session with his other teammates with concerns still roving around his fitness for the tie. Editor’s Picks … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced Sunday their immediate withdrawal from the Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS). The leaders of the three Sahel nations issued a statement saying it was a “sovereign decision” to leave the Economic Community of West African States “without delay”. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian Super Eagles have advanced to the quarter final of the ongoing African Cup of Nations after a 2-0 victory over Cameroon on Saturday. Atlanta talisman, Ademola Lookman bagged a brace to send Nigeria’s West African neighbor Cameroon out of the Continental showpiece. The super eagles will now lock horns … Read more
The ongoing AFCON 2023 has undeniably been a spectacle of surprises, setting the stage for a highly competitive tournament. The usual dominance of football powerhouses has given way to a more level playing field, where victory is earned by those most determined. In a departure from expectations, heavyweights like Algeria, Ghana, Tunisia, and Zambia faced … Read more