The Nigeria Police Force has secured court approval to detain 124 individuals arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protest for an extended period of 60 days as investigations continue. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja issued this ruling in response to ex-parte motions filed by Ibrahim Mohammed, counsel for the Inspector-General of Police … Read more
Efforts to release IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu have intensified, with traditional rulers and archbishops visiting him under the auspices of South East governors negotiating his release with the Federal Government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the effort to secure the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has intensified … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that one year after the coup in Niger, ousted President Mohamed Bazoum remains under strict detention in Niamey by the ruling military regime, with mounting concerns among his supporters about a potential trial. Bazoum, deposed on July 26, 2023, by General Abdourahamane Tiani, continues to assert his legitimacy despite refusing to resign. … Read more
VeryDarkMan, a controversial social media critic, has been released from detention after over two weeks. He faced charges of cyberstalking and bullying and was initially scheduled for release one week after his arraignment. Video footage circulating on X on Monday shows VeryDarkMan reuniting with his supporters after his release from detention. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Abba Kyari received a warm welcome from his family after being released from detention. Kyari was detained on February 14, 2022, by the NDLEA for alleged involvement with an international drug cartel. Kyari and four Police Intelligence Response Team members pleaded not guilty. EKO HOT BLOG reports that suspended police chief Abba Kyari received a warm … Read more
Oba-elect of Araromi-Ekiti, Babalola Adebomi, has been arraigned for alleged forgery. Charges include forging a University of Ibadan certificate and an NYSC discharge certificate. He pleads not guilty, with the court ordering his detention pending further hearings. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oba-elect of Araromi-Ekiti in Ijero Local Government Area of Ekiti state, Babalola Adebomi … Read more
Trust TV Journalist Arrested by Kano Sharia Police Detained for Social Media Post Criticizing Human Rights Violations Incident Sparks Debate on Press Freedom and Journalists’ Rights Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kano State Hisbah Corps, a religious police force tasked with enforcing Sharia law, has arrested Jamil Mabai, a journalist working for Trust TV, … Read more
US citizen Angelo Joseph Talarico the Fourth detained in Russia for 10 days for using obscene language during police search. Talarico, who moved to Russia from Los Angeles, denied the charges, but was found guilty and lost his appeal. Incident highlights US warnings against traveling to Russia, citing potential harassment, detention, and arbitrary enforcement of … Read more
House to Scrutinize Escape of Binance Executive Incident Raises Concerns over Custody Procedures Lawmaker Calls for Prosecution of Responsible Personnel Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a move to uphold accountability, the House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the recent escape of a Binance executive from detention in Nigeria. Editor’s Pick Admiring President Bola … Read more
LASBCA is in the eye of the storm over alleged detention at St. Margaret School. The building control agency was accused of illegally detaining members of staff and demolishing structures in the school. The agency has offered an explanation for the allegations. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has … Read more
Nigerian accused of ISIS affiliation detained for 60 days by Abuja court. Court grants DSS request, citing Terrorism Prevention Act, for Emmanuel Osase’s detention. Osase accused of promoting ISIS messages, opposing democracy, and advocating attacks on Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Nigerian, Emmanuel Osase, accused of belonging to the Islamic State in Iraq and … Read more
Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a left-wing pan-Africanist, inaugurated as Senegal’s youngest president following recent election victory. Faye, aged 44, assumed office without prior elected experience, succeeding former president Macky Sall. His presidency marks notable milestones in Senegalese politics, including being the first opposition candidate to win in the first round and openly admitting to a polygamous … Read more
– Media personality Kelly Hassino asserts influential forces are responsible for ‘Very Dark Man’s’ continued detention. – Despite reportedly meeting bail conditions and celebrity support, ‘Very Dark Man’ remains behind bars. – Hassino suggests that no amount of protest or calls for release can overcome the obstacles posed by these powerful entities. Hot Blog reports … Read more
Nnamdi Kanu’s family raises alarm over his critical health condition in DSS custody. Urgent plea to President Bola Tinubu to ensure Kanu receives necessary medical attention. Kanu’s bail application denied despite deteriorating health; family calls for intervention to prevent a potential health crisis. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the family of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Bauchi Governor, Bala Mohammed, has voiced the state government’s solidarity with Senator Abdul Ningi in a show of support following his recent suspension from the Nigerian Senate. The controversy, stemming from Ningi’s remarks regarding an untraceable N3.7 trillion in the 2024 budget, has sparked significant debate and led to his … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command on Tuesday, detained Afro singer Ibrahim Owodunni, also known as Primeboy, while he was visiting the State Criminal Investigation Department in Panti, Yaba. The arrest came following a petition filed by Wunmi, the widow of the late singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, alias Mohbad, alleging defamation and … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command has re-arrested Afro singer, Ibrahim Owodunni, popularly known as Primeboy (Mohbad’s Friend), during his scheduled visit to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) at Panti, Yaba. Primeboy’s arrest occurred on Tuesday morning, in the company of Ayobami Fisayo, also known as Spending, as part of ongoing … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled March 13 for the hearing of the motion filed by Bello Bodejo, the detained President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore. He seeks his unconditional release from the custody of the Defence Intelligence Agency. Bodejo was apprehended on January 23 at Miyetti Allah’s office … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that all thirty-six (36) members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) who had been detained for two years in Abakaliki, the capital of Ebonyi State, have been released by the Ebonyi State High Court. This online media platform reports that the counsel representing IPOB, Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor, confirmed this development … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Simon Ekpa, the leader of a faction of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) known as auto pilots, has given the federal government an ultimatum to release IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. He said that another 3-weeks civil disobedience over the continued detention of Kanu would continue if his demand is not … Read more