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Nollywood Actor Killed By Suspected Fulani Herdsmen

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A Nollywood Yoruba actor, Juwon, was killed by a stray bullet from suspected Fulani herdsmen who attacked some motorists and vehicle along Ogbomosho Ilorin Expressway on Monday. The incident that happened at Otte area of the expressway has left people doubting their safety in the country as reports claim that the herdsmen ran into the … Read more

Federer Setup Djokovic in Australian Open Semi Finals

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Defending champion Novak Djokovic set up a tantalizing Australian Open semi-final against Roger Federer after producing another clinical performance to beat Canadian 32nd seed Milos Raonic. Djokovic dismantled Raonic’s potent serve to win 6-4 6-3 7-6 (7-1) despite an eye problem late in the third set. The Serb second seed, who is aiming for a … Read more

Transfer: Inter Milan Sign Christian Eriksen From Tottenham

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Inter Milan announced the signing of Danish international midfielder Christian Eriksen from Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday. The Serie A club said on its web site that Eriksen had signed a contract until June 2024 but did not mention a fee. Read Also: Senate President decries state of security in Nigeria, says loss of lives unacceptable The … Read more

Afghanistan: Another Plane With 83 Passengers Crashes

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Hours after the World was still trying to adjust to the news of the helicopter crash which killed American basketball star, Kobe Bryant, another plane has crashed. The plane, operated by Afghanistan’s state-owned airline Ariana which had 83 passengers on board, crashed on Monday morning in the country’s central Ghazni province. The number of casualties … Read more

FA Cup Fifth Round Draw: Chelsea Awaits Liverpool As Rooney Might Face Old Club United (See Full Fixtures)

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See Who Chelsea, Liverpool Will Be Playing In FA Cup 4th Round (See Full Fixtures)

Premier League leaders Liverpool will confront Chelsea in the FA Cup fifth round if the Reds win their replay against Shrewsbury. Shrewsbury, a third-tier side, fought back to draw 2-2 with Jurgen Klopp’s “kids” on Sunday to earn a replay at Anfield. But Klopp insists he will not use his senior players for that match … Read more

Human Trafficking: Immigration Service Rescues Seven Girls

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Human Trafficking: Immigration Service Rescues Seven Girls

The Nigeria Immigration Service Airport Command has rescued seven girls who were being trafficked to three countries. The NIS discovered them at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, as they were about to depart for Dubai and Egypt. Four of the girls were to fly to Cairo, while the other three were scheduled to arrive … Read more

FA Cup: What Arrest Said After Arsenal Defeat Bournemouth 2-1

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta felt his young side showed “courage” to overcame struggling Bournemouth at Vitality Stadium and set up an FA Cup fifth-round trip to Portsmouth. Mikel Arteta’s side were good value for their victory, the platform for progress into the next round built on first-half goals from Bukayo Saka and Eddie Nketiah. Bournemouth … Read more

CAF U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria To Face Guinea

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Flamigos, the Nigeria Women U17 national team will slug it out against Guinea in February in the CAF U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier. Guinea, who bounced out Guinea-Bissau after an 8-0 triumph on aggregate will test their might against Nigeria next month. According to Goal.com, the Falconets will in the first round of the U20 … Read more

Barcelona Manager Blames Players For Valencia Loss

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Barcelona coach Quique Setien admitted he is struggling to get his ideas across to his players after the champions were beaten 2-0 away to Valencia on Saturday, their first defeat since the coach took over from Ernesto Valverde earlier this month. They were fortunate not to go behind early in the game as Marc-Andre Ter … Read more

Dr Sid’s Wife Simi Finally Speaks On Why Their Marriage Crashes

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The estranged wife of Sydney Esiri, popularly known as Dr Sid, Simi, confirmed through her Instagram on Sunday morning the end of her five-year-old marriage to the musician. Simi stated that both herself and her estranged husband would be are heading for a divorce while moving forward as co-parents. Simi also used the medium to … Read more

Video: Veteran Nollywood Actor Battles Stroke, Turns Street Beggar

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Veteran Actor, Ernest Asuzu has turned a road side beggar over a long time battle with stroke. In a now viral video posted by a passerby and fan, the actor who was once known for his vibrant acting and interpretation of movie roles was captured shirtless, as he confirmed the details The passerby known by … Read more

Lassa Fever Outbreak: Nigerians Have Not Seen Anything Yet Says Expert

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Lassa Fever Outbreak: Nigerians Have Not Seen Anything Yet Says Expert

A Lassa Fever expert has criticised Nigeria’s response to the deadly viral disease, saying the government has not done enough to check its recurrence. Recall Nigeria is currently battling an outbreak of Lassa fever, with 195 confirmed cases and 29 deaths in 11 states, between January 1 and 24. Oyewale Tomori, a professor of virology, … Read more

Nigerians React Over Death Sentence Slammed On Maryam Sanda

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Nigerians React Over Death Sentence Slammed On Maryam Sanda

Nigerians have taken to Twitter to react to the death sentence slammed on Maryam Sanda, who was found guilty of killing her husband, Bilyamin Mohammed Bello in 2017. Ekohotblog earlier reported that Justice Yusuf Halilu of the federal high court in Abuja sentenced the defendant to death by hanging. According to Police, Maryam Sanda killed … Read more

Grammy 2020: Watch As Angelique Kidjo Dedicates Award To Burna Boy

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African music legend Angelique Kidjo has applauded Nigerian Grammy Nominee, Burna Boy after giving her a run for her money at the just concluded Grammy Award.

Ekohotblog earlier reported that the Benin Republic superstar Angelique Kidjo edged Burna Boy to win the music prestigious award.

Angelique Kidjo was declared the winner of the Best World Music Album at the 62nd Grammy Awards, a category where Burna Boy was also nominated.

Read Also: SME Digital Workshop: Zenith Bank Partners Facebook To Empower Nigerian

While picking up her award, the legendary singer said; “Four years ago on this stage, I was telling you that the new generation of artistes coming from Africa are gonna take you by storm and this is for Burna Boy. Burna Boy is among the young artistes from Africa that is changing the way our continent is perceived and the way African music has been the bedrock of every music.”

 

SME Digital Workshop: Zenith Bank Partners Facebook To Empower Nigerian

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Zenith Bank Partners Facebook To Empower Nigerians On SME Digital Workshop

Zenith Bank Plc, Nigeria’s leading financial institution has reaffirmed its commitment to support local Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) with the introduction of the ‘Zenith Bank SME Digital Workshop’ to provide free digital training for business owners. The initiative, which is being organized in partnership with social media giant Facebook, will provide free training … Read more

Update On Kobe Bryant’s Death

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How Lakers Legend Kobe Bryant Died

Los Angeles County officials held a series of briefings today on the helicopter crash that killed  NBA legend Kobe Bryant his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, and seven others. Bryant was 41. The helicopter crashed into a hillside above Calabasas in foggy conditions just before 10 a.m. PT. L.A. County Fire Dept. Chief Daryl L. Osby said this … Read more

OPEC Could Extend Oil Cuts Until End Of 2020- TASS

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OPEC Could Extend Oil Cuts Until End Of 2020- TASS

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is eyeing extensions of its oil production cuts until the end of 2020, but talks are still in early stages, Russian news agency TASS reported, citing an OPEC source. The source said that OPEC is set to meet in March, but might meet in June as well to … Read more

How Lakers Legend Kobe Bryant Died

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How Lakers Legend Kobe Bryant Died

Kobe Bryant death is the talk of the town in the basketball world at the moment. The Los Angeles Lakers legend died today, January 26. Ekohotblog reports that the US basketball legend was killed in a helicopter crash in California, the US media report. Kobe Bryant Cause Of Death Ekohotblog understands that the 41-year-old Kobe … Read more

Nestlé Buys Allergan To Expand Business

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Nestlé Buys Allergan To Expand Business

Swiss food giant Nestlé on Monday bulked up its medical nutrition business by buying Allergan’s Zenpep, a product for people whose pancreases do not provide enough enzymes to properly digest fats, proteins and sugars. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Zenpep had sales of $237 million in 2018, Reuters reports. READ ALSO: https://ekohotblog2.com/2020/01/18/firstedu-loan-first-bank-enhances-educational-sector-with-n10bn/ … Read more

See Full List Of Winners At 2020 Grammy Awards

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See Full List Of Winners At 2020 Grammy Awards

The 62nd annual Grammy Awards was held on Sunday night at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, United States. Ekohotblog reports that Lizzo, Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X, Ariana Grande, Camila Cabello, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani and more performed at the Grammys. The 62nd annual Grammy Awards was hosted by Alicia Keys. See … Read more

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