Community chiefs of Ijare town in Ondo State allegedly led youths to chase away herdsmen who believe have been causing havoc in the area. The incidence spiked a mild drama on Wednesday morning as the herders left their cows behind and ran for their lives. It was learnt that the community took this step after … Read more
In the dead of 2019, many celebrities in the entertainment industry openly took to their social media handle to reveal their intentions in tying the knot with their lovers come year 2020. Surprisingly, former Big Brother housemate Nina Ivy will be one to set the ball rolling for others as the reality show star set … Read more
It is customary in Nigeria that the Nation sets aside January 15, to celebrate the nation’s fallen heroes who paid the supreme price for defending the nation’s territorial integrity. Nigerians irrespective of religious, ethnicity or social status have taken to various social media platforms to celebrate the Nation’s fallen heroes. According to Nwawuike John, “TODAY … Read more
The Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Mr Olamilekan Adegbite, has said that the world is exploring environmentally friendly sources of energy and moving away from fossil fuel, noting that Nigeria needs to prepare for the use of electric cars. The minister said this at an interactive session between the Federal Government and the State … Read more
Tottenham have completed the signing of Benfica midfielder Gedson Fernandes. The Portuguese midfielder becomes Tottenham’s first signing of the January transfer window and the first signing of the Jose Mourinho era in north London, with the 21-year-old joining on an initial 18-month loan deal. Spurs have the option to make the deal permanent for around … Read more
The Chairman of the Osogbo South Local Government Development Area has been suspended by the Osun State House of Assembly for gross misconduct. This development was contained in a statement of the Speaker, Timothy Owoeye, signed by his media aide, Kunle Alabi on Thursday. It was gathered that the lawmakers came to the resolution at … Read more
A fatal accident in Opi-Nsukka road has claimed the lives of at least three persons while four others are in critical condition at the hospital. The accident occurred when a commercial bus collided with a tipper lorry along Opi axis in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State on Monday. It was gathered that The … Read more
The governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom and his counterpart in Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, have urged the leadership President Muhammadu Buhari to sustain the ‘Operation Whirl Stroke‘ in the northern states. The duo made the appeal at a joint security meeting on Sunday in Lafia, following tensions arising from the federal government’s decision to … Read more
Nigeria’s former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has described the Supreme Court’s judgement as ‘nonsense’, wondering how APC who came fourth in the governorship election in Imo emerges winner. Fani-Kayode who reacted to the All Progressives Congress, (APC), candidate, Senator Hope Uzodinma’s victory at the Supreme Court tweeted: “Would someone please explain to me how … Read more
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Wednesday, January 15th, 2020 1. Custom Speaks On Why Criminals Resorted To Container Broaching The Nigeria Custom Service NCS has revealed the reason behind criminals resorting to container broaching in the nation’s ports. READ MORE 2. International Oil Companies Relieved As Delta Quashes Protest … Read more
Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong has commiserated with the people of Kanam Emirate and the nation over the death of Alhaji Shuaibu Alhassan, an elder statesman who died on Monday after a protracted illness. Lalong, in a statement described the death of Alhassan as a great loss to the Kanam Emirate, the state and the … Read more
The Delta State government has banned any form of protest by youths and communities to offices of the international oil companies (IOCs) operating in Delta. Speaking during a meeting with some officials of Midwestern Oil and Gas Company, the State Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Emmanuel Amgbaduba, said the government would not condone any form … Read more
The Nigeria Custom Service NCS has revealed the reason behind criminals resorting to container broaching in the nation’s ports. Custom adduced the frustration of container flying as a result of height of security presence at the wharf as major reason for criminals now engaging in broaching. Container broaching refers to breaking into and stealing contents … Read more
Controversial rapper, Temidayo Omoniyi better known as Zlatan Ibile seems happy about his fan base, hours after he left many confused on reasons he deleted all posts on Instagram handle. Even though all the posts disappeared, Zlatan still updated posts on his Instastory. Well, he has taken to his Snapchat handle to say he never … Read more
New Barcelona manager, Quique Setien, has insisted that he enjoyed watching captain, Lionel Messi and the club’s players playing in recent years. Setien also said that Barcelona players have made him enjoy football, adding that he has learned many things from them. He said this at his official unveiling on Tuesday afternoon. Setién replaced Ernesto … Read more
Manchester United have reportedly completed a £64m deal, to sign Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli. Koulibaly has also been linked with Tottenham and Arsenal, but it is claimed that United have moved quickly to land the defender. The 28-year-old is however not expected to join until the summer Italian journalist Fabio Santini broke the news, and … Read more
The people of Imo state have expressed jubilation at the declaration of the Supreme Court verdict announcing Senator Hope Uzodinma as the legitimate elected winner of the 2019 March gubernatorial election in the state. It was observed on Tuesday, in Owerri, the celebration mood was high as some people were seen discussing it happily. Uzodinma … Read more
Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku scored twice – including a goal after 21 seconds – as Inter Milan eased into the quarter-finals of the Coppa Italia with a 4-1 win over Cagliari. The 26-year-old slotted the first after a terrible backpass by Christian Oliva and Borja Valero tapped in for 2-0. Lukaku headed in his second, … Read more
Tottenham gained a hard-fought victory over Championship side Middlesbrough in their FA Cup third-round replay. Spurs were gifted a second-minute lead when Boro goalkeeper Tomas Mejias passed the ball to Giovani lo Celso, who cut inside a challenge and scored. Lamela doubled the hosts’ advantage after 15 minutes when he flicked the ball past Mejias … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari, has reacted to the Supreme Court verdict sacking the Imo State Governor Emeka Ihedioha as the legitimate elected governor of the State. It could be recalled that the Supreme Court in an unanimous order had declared the election of Ihedioha viod and declared the candidate of the All Progress Congress APC, Sen. … Read more