A 40-year-old man, Joshua Nwafor, has allegedly killed his wife, Charity Nwafor, during a domestic dispute over a tuber of yam in Nsokkara, Ezza South Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the couple, who had been married for 17 years and shared children, had reportedly lived peacefully until the tragic … Read more
Sarah Ayinde, a wife, is reportedly on the run after allegedly setting her husband, Abidemi Ayinde, a special constable with the Ogun State Police Command, ablaze in the Iperu area of the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Sources, who spoke anonymously, revealed that the incident took place on December 12, following what was described … Read more
In a tragic case of domestic violence, 54-year-old Eseni Chima has been arrested and charged in Ebonyi State for allegedly murdering his wife, Ugochukwu Chima. Eko Hots Blog reports that Eseni is accused of striking Ugochukwu to death with an iron rod. EDITOR’S PICK Delta State Government Implement Law Prohibiting Human Trafficking Badenoch ‘A Knock … Read more
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has ignited a heated debate on the X platform following his advice to his daughters to retaliate against domestic violence by returning any slap they receive from their husbands. EKO HOT BLOG reports that his comments were made during the National Dialogue Conference on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) … Read more
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has encouraged his daughters to defend themselves if subjected to physical abuse by their husbands. Speaking at the National Dialogue Conference on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) at Bayero University Kano, he stressed the need to end domestic violence. He highlighted its prevalence in Kano’s Shari’a courts. The conference, themed … Read more
A court in Italy has sentenced 23-year-old Filippo Turetta to life in prison for the brutal murder of his former girlfriend, Giulia Cecchettin, in a case that has drawn attention to the ongoing issue of violence against women in the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Turetta, who admitted to killing Cecchettin, 22, in November 2023—just … Read more
Popular model and former bread seller, Olajumoke Orisaguna, known as Olajumoke Onibread, has publicly accused her ex-husband, Sunday Orisaguna, of domestic abuse and ruining her career. In an emotional interview with City FM, Olajumoke shared the painful details of her experience with domestic violence, revealing how her ex-husband physically assaulted her during their marriage. “We … Read more
Mutiu Akinbami, the former councillor of Abeokuta North Local Government Area in Ogun State, also known as Igor, has been shot dead. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Akinbami was killed on Friday night by gunmen while riding a motorcycle with his daughter in Abeokuta, the state capital. The incident occurred around 6:13 p.m., between the … Read more
A middle-aged man, identified only as Nnanna, allegedly stabbed his 65-year-old neighbor, Mr. Monday Reuben, over accusations that the victim was a wizard. The incident occurred yesterday at 37 Okwelle Street, Mile 2 Diobu, in the Port Harcourt City Local Government Area of Rivers State. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that, Nnanna attacked Reuben, stabbing him … Read more
In a heartbreaking event that has left the Minnesota community in shock, authorities have reported that a man, who had posted anti-Trump and left-wing statements online, fatally shot his wife, ex-partner, and two sons before taking his own life. Duluth Police Chief Mike Ceynowa confirmed that the shooter, 46-year-old Anthony Nephew, had been struggling with … Read more
The Ondo State Government has dismissed allegations that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa was involved in domestic violence with his spouse, labeling the accusations as blackmail. In response to a viral video purportedly showing the governor in a domestic altercation, the government issued a statement through the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Strategic Communication, Allen … Read more
A video showing a Metropolitan Police officer allegedly advising a group of Nigerian women not to report their husbands to the police but to “manage it” has resurfaced on social media six years after it was originally recorded, prompting an investigation. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the footage, filmed in 2018 at Divine Restoration International … Read more
Amadi Alozie has been detained by youths in Umudosi, Obingwa Local Government Area of Abia State, following allegations that he killed his mother with a cutlass. He is also accused of mutilating his son’s genitalia, reportedly for ritual purposes. According to sources, Alozie attacked his young son, causing the boy to scream and attract the … Read more
Security operatives in Anambra State have arrested a woman and her two children for assaulting her 75-year-old husband, Romanus Obidigwe, in the Awba-Ofemmili community, Awka North Local Government Area. The suspects, identified as Esther Obidigwe and her children, Ozioma and Obuka Obidigwe, were taken into custody following a report made by the victim to the … Read more
The First Lady of Abia State, Mrs. Priscilla Otti, has expressed deep sorrow over a tragic incident in Umuahia where a man allegedly gouged out his wife’s eyes early Sunday morning, reportedly for ritualistic reasons. EKO HOT BLOG gathered tha Lawrence Uzor, an aluminum worker from Umuchieze in Bende Local Government Area but residing at … Read more
‘Sir Jarus’ is facing a probe from Lagos domestic violence agency. Eko Hot Blog reports that Suraj Oyewale, better known as Sir Jarus, a social media influencer and real estate investor, is under investigation by the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA). The agency disclosed that it is opening an investigation into claims … Read more
Sexual and domestic violence cases are often discussed in the context of women, but data shows men are also victims. According to Lagos government data, at least 70 men have reported being victims in the state. Notwithstanding, statistics show that women are overwhelmingly more likely to suffer sexual and domestic violence. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
Husband Arrested In Ondo For Stabbing Wife To Death With Scissors During Argument. Abdullahi reportedly used scissors during a minor argument with the deceased. Abdullahi purportedly locked the corpse inside the house until late at night before alerting others. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ondo State Police Command has arrested Fatai Abdullahi, a 30-year-old … Read more
Hauwa Shagari, a pregnant mother, endures a brutal attack from her police officer husband Her husband, Police Inspector Ibrahim Shagari, severs her wrist, leaving her disabled and traumatized The incident sparks widespread outrage, with calls for justice and action against domestic violence Eko Hot Blog reports that in a horrifying incident that shocks the community, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a police officer with Plateau State Police Command, identified as Ibrahim Shagari, is under investigation for cutting off the hand of his wife over an argument about money. It was gathered that what usually caused misunderstanding between the couple turned into a bizarre incident in their home. Editor’s Picks House … Read more