2024 Calabar Cultural Carnival Flagged Off Nine states and 18 local councils showcased their cultural heritage. Theme for this year: “Our Shared Prosperity.” Zenith Bank joins as a major sponsor to enhance the event. The 2024 Calabar Cultural Carnival officially commenced with participation from nine states—Kebbi, Kogi, Niger, Akwa Ibom, Edo, Adamawa, Delta, Osun, and … Read more
In a tragic incident in Evwreni Community, Delta State, a man named Samson, who killed his son, murdered a nursing mother, and injured others under mysterious circumstances, was caught by an enraged mob and beaten to death. His body was then set on fire in an act of jungle justice. The incident occurred in the … 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
The proprietress of His Majesty Group of Schools, Mrs. Fatima Umukoro, has been allegedly murdered by her 25-year-old son, Emmanuel Umukoro, on Saturday night, September 8, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the deceased, wife of Rev. Prince Umukoro, the resident pastor of Victory Family Assembly International (VIFA), was reportedly killed by Emmanuel, who had … Read more
A suspected kidnapper, Joel Ochuko Ofoye, has been reported dead following an encounter with police. Ofoye succumbed to injuries from police gunfire at the General Hospital in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The shooting occurred during a gunfight between police and Ofoye’s gang members, who managed to escape with severe gunshot wounds. … Read more
A stray bullet reportedly struck a dispatcher in Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State. The bullet is believed to have been fired during a protest near the police station in the Otovwodo area along the East-West road. In a statement from his hospital bed, Kester described the incident: “I was on my way to … Read more
All preparations are complete for the Delta State Local Government election scheduled for tomorrow across the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that voters will head to 5,863 polling units within 500 wards across 25 local government areas to elect council chairmen and councillors. In related developments, the State Commissioner of Police, Abaniwonda Olufemi, along with … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Delta State Police Command Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, has disclosed the events surrounding the death of a man allegedly beaten by members of a local security watch group over a missing phone. According to Edafe, the missing phone was later found with the daughter of the accuser. … Read more
NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and overcast skies across various regions of Nigeria from Tuesday to Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted the possibility of thunderstorms and overcast skies from Tuesday to Thursday throughout the nation. NiMet’s weather forecast, issued on Monday in Abuja, predicts the occurrence of morning thunderstorms in … Read more
Nigerian army rescue passengers after battle with kidnappers Troops responds to distress call to save victims Intense firefights causes terrorists to abandon their victims Eko Hot Blog reports that troops from the Nigerian Army have successfully thwarted attempt to kidnap passengers in a commercial bus by suspected terrorist group in Delta State. The terrorists who … Read more
Delta State Govt. Places Ban on Okada Police give further warning on the Okada ban Police threaten to crush motorcycles of violators Eko Hot Blog reports that Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, has reaffirmed the ban on motorcycles popularly called Okada in the state. Edafe, through a tweet via his X handle … Read more
‘Bright the Seer’ foresaw the tragic boat accident involving Junior Pope and a few others. She revealed her prophecy in a video posted on her Instagram page four days ago. In the video, she urged Nollywood actors to pray as she saw a tragic incident coming. Eko Hot Blog reports that a video has emerged … Read more
The students were abducted in Delta last Friday. The police confirmed their abduction on Monday night. However, the force announced their release a few hours later. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Delta State Police Command says nine students who were abducted while travelling along the East-West road in Ughelli, Delta State, have regained their … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Delta State Police Command has revealed that efforts are ongoing to ensure that students kidnapped on Monday in Ugheli Delta state were rescued unharmed. This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Tinubu Heads To … Read more
In February, police officers on fact-finding and rescue missions were ambushed and killed in Ughelli, Delta. The police say six officers are still missing in action. The force has revealed the arrest of some suspects who allegedly carried out the attack. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force has arrested eight suspects in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Defence Headquarters says 16 of its personnel have been killed in the Okuoma community of Delta State. Acting Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS How Nigeria’s Digital In Health Initiative Will Improve Healthcare Outcomes For Nigerians – … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that at least 24 states of the federation will not be able to pay workers salaries this year without having to wait for federal allocations from the central government. According to findings by PUNCH, analysis of the state governments’ approved budgets for the 2024 fiscal year revealed that only 11 out … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has identified the top ten states with the highest number of internet users in Nigeria. Records on the NBS database as of Sunday, February 25, 2024, indicated that there were a total of 163.8 million internet subscribers across the country. The figures, according to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Supreme Court on Friday, January 19, 2024 delivered final judgements in the governorship election disputes arising from the 2023 general elections in some states of the federation. The states in which the apex court delivered rulings include Kaduna, Nasarawa, Gombe, Kebbi, Ogun and Delta. Editor’s Picks Fresh Crisis Rocks … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that an appeal by All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Delta State, Ovie Omo-Agege, to overturn Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s election as governor of the state has been dismissed by the Supreme Court on Friday. This online media platform reports that Oborevwori was declared the winner of the 2023 governorship election … Read more