Eko hot blog reports that The Nigerian Senate has expressed outrage over the tragic deaths of 16 Nigerian Army personnel during a peacekeeping mission in the Okuama Community of Delta State. Editor’s Pick: BREAKING: SSANU, NASU Begin Strike, Ground Varsities Zamfara Lawmakers Flee State, Citing Threats To Their Lives Black Market USD To Naira Exchange … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has expressed his sorrow over the passing of the revered Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, on Friday, he described the monarch’s demise as a significant loss. He extended condolences to the family, … Read more
On Thursday night, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, announced the demise of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, he disclosed that the 42nd Olubadan passed away at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Oyo. Makinde described him as a towering figure akin to an … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the remains of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, will be interred according to Islqmoc rites today, Friday, March 15, 2024, at his Aliiwo ancestral home in Ibadan, Oyo State capital. The late monarch, who reigned for two years, joined his ancestors at the age … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nollywood industry has again been thrown into mourning, following the death of the dramatist and creator of the TV series, Hotel de Jordan, Jonathan Ihonde. It was gathered the he passed on at about 10 am on Tuesday, at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Bandits … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the alleged suicide of an 80-year-old man in the Imota area of the state. SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday. Hundeyin stated that Mustapha, the landlord of the deceased, reported … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Veteran Nigerian comic actor John Okafor, fondly known as Mr Ibu, began his final journey. Mr. Ibu passed away on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024, at the age of 62 from a cardiac arrest, leaving a void in the Nollywood film industry. EDITOR’S PICKS Hoodlums Vandalize BUA Truck, Loot Spaghetti Cartons … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Bus Rapid Transit driver, Sunday Bukola, has reportedly crushed a five-year-old simply identified as Malik to death at Palmgroove in the Onipanu area of Lagos State. This online media platform gathered that the incident occurred at about 1:30 pm on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Hoodlums Vandalize BUA Truck, Loot Spaghetti Cartons … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that The passing of Nollywood legend John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has sparked an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans and colleagues alike. Editor’s Pick: Senate Calls For Review Of 2024 Budget Over Naira Depreciation Official Residence Of The Vice President Will Be Completed In May 2024 – … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu was a Nigerian Nollywood actor and a comedian from Enugu State. His death, announced on Saturday, March 2, 2024, threw colleagues and fans into mourning. EDITOR’S PICKS Hoodlums Vandalize BUA Truck, Loot Spaghetti Cartons In Zaria JUST IN: SSANU, NASU Threaten Strike Over Withheld … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a 49-year-old, Gbolahan Aina, has been reportedly crushed to death by a truck driver identified as Godwin Donatus around Henry Carr Street, Guinness Plc in Lagos State. This online media platform gathered that the incident occurred at about 7:00 a.m. on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Hoodlums Vandalize BUA Truck, Loot Spaghetti Cartons … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that Amid tight security, Russians gathered to bid farewell to Alexei Navalny, their iconic figure who fiercely opposed President Putin’s regime. Chants of “Navalny! Navalny!” echoed outside the Church of the Icon of the Mother of God as an Orthodox priest led a brief service inside. Editor’s Pick: FG Follows US, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that safety stakeholders in Lagos State have resolved that elevator safety standards must be strictly followed to further avert any sad occurrence in the built industry. This and others were among the resolutions contained in the communique issued on Friday at the end of the Y2024 Equipment Safety Workshop with the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that jailed Russian opposition figure and outspoken Kremlin critic Alexey Navalny has died. The Russian prison service disclosed the development Friday afternoon. The service said Navalny “felt unwell after a walk” and “almost immediately” lost consciousness. It said it was investigating his “sudden death.” In a statement, the Federal Penitentiary Service … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, Herbert Wigwe, has reportedly died following the crash of a helicopter conveying him and five others on Friday night near the California-Nevada border in the United States of America. According to several media reports, others involved in the fatal crash were his wife, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that High Chief Tola Adeniyi, the President, Tola Adeniyi Foundation for Theatre and the Arts (TAFTA), has mourned the demise of legendary actor, Jimi Solanke. Solanke, an actor, folk singer, playwright, dramatist, producer, director, choreographer, theatre teacher, painter, sculptor and guitarist, passed away on Monday at 81 in Ogun State. The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Hakeem Shittu, the Chairman of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), has lost his father, Alhaji Rafith Shoye Shittu. Alhaji Shittu passed away on Wednesday, leaving behind children, including an illustrious son, and grandchildren. The deceased’s son, who chairs LASUBEB, announced the sad development in a terse statement … Read more
By Olayinka Olorunshola Rev. (Mrs.) Smith passed away on December 8, 2023. She was 69 at the time of her demise. Her funeral started on Thursday with a service of songs and a wake. Eko Hot Blog reports that the family, friends, and community members of late Reverend (Mrs.) Helen Omotunde, on Thursday, January 18, … Read more
3 people have been sentenced to death by hanging in Port Harcourt. The culprits were charged with kidnap and murder. The judge convicted and sentenced the first, second and fourth defendants to death by hanging. Eko Hot Blog reports that a High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital, has sentenced three men to death … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former Senior Special Assistant on Special Duties and Strategies to late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, Dr. Doyin Odebowale, has said some aides of the late governor betrayed him while in office. Late Governor Akeredolu popularly known as ‘Aketi’ in political circle, passed away on Wednesday during a protracted illness in a … Read more