Legendary singer-songwriter Elton John has disclosed that a severe eye infection he contracted over the summer left him unable to attend previews of his latest musical, The Devil Wears Prada. Despite the setback, the 77-year-old assured fans that his involvement in the project remains strong, as he praised the production’s audio elements during a London … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is set to conduct a post-elections review for the just-concluded 2023 polls from July 4 to August 5, 2023. In a statement on Thursday by the commission’s spokesman, Festus Okoye, the electoral umpire said the review will commence with a meeting of the Resident Electoral Commissioners … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Police Command in Katsina State has neutralized five suspected terrorists, arrested one other, and recovered 143 animals in Jibia and Batsari Local Government Areas. ASP Abubakar Aliyu, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, confirmed this to newsmen in a statement on Sunday in Katsina. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Monday, June … Read more
Says Asari-Dokubo is seeking oil contract from Tinubu Recall Dokubo recently visited President Tinubui at the Villa EkoHotBlog reports that Dokubo’s visit sparked several reactions from IPOB, Ohanaeze, others EkoHotBlog reports that the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have reacted to Asari Dokubo’s call to President Tinubu not to release Nnamdi Kanu. IPOB condemned Dokubo’s … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Police in Ondo State have confirmed the abduction of Alhaji Ibrahim Bodunde-Oyinlade, the Chief Imam of the USO community in Owo Local Government Area of the state. The 67-year-old Chief Imam was abducted on his farm at Asolo Farm Camp on Saturday afternoon. A family member said they reported to the … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly extended invitations to eight former ministers who served under the previous administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. This online news platform reports that these former ministers have been called in for questioning regarding allegations of corruption. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Friday, June 16th, … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that unknown gunmen have killed at least 23 people in separate attacks in Jos, Plateau State. Confirming the incident, the State Police Command Spokesman Alfred Alabo said the brawl started last Sunday when two herders were killed and a reprisal attack was carried out on Tuesday leaving 21 dead. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that former Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila has officially resigned from his position in the House of Representatives in order to assume the role of Chief of Staff to the President. Gbajabiamila’s resignation was tendered during a session on the floor of the house, the speaker Tajudeen Abbas read aloud the letter. EDITOR’S PICKS Major … Read more
Pretty Mike makes a scary entrance at Warri Pikin’s wedding Pretty Mike is known for his controversial turn-up at public events Netizens expressed displeasure Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian socialite, Pretty Mike has stirred the internet with his dramatic entrance to comedian, Warri Pikin’s vow wedding. Pretty Mike, widely known for his controversial turn-up … Read more
All you need to know about Ekiti State chef, Damilola Adeparusi currently attempting to break Chef Hilda Baci’s 100hrs record-breaking cook-a-thon can be accessed on Eko Hot Blog. Recall Hilda awaiting confirmation from Guinness World Record made headlines in May after beating Indian chef Lata Tondon’s 87 hours and 45 minutes record achieved in September … Read more
Akeredolu mourns victims one year after Sends appreciation messages to Buhari, Tinubu, and others Memorial Park in honor of the deceased in view EkoHotBlog reports that Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State says the June 5, 2022, Owo massacre is a pain the government and people are still nursing. Akeredolu added that the state would … Read more
Police confirm three cultists died during an exchange of gunfire in Rivers This comes after information leaked of a supremacy battle between Iceland and Greenland cult groups Eko Hot Blog reports that three suspected cultists were shot dead during an exchange of gunfire with operatives of Ahoada Police Division in the Udebu community area of … Read more
Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Ondo State Governor has been reported to be critically sick, as plans are underway to fly him out of Nigeria for treatment. Recall Akeredolu was absent at the maiden APC governors meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday. However, a report by SaharaReporters revealed that Akeredolu’s family was set to fly him … Read more
Tinubu promises to review minimum wage Says welfare, security top priority Multiple exchange rates would be streamlined Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has stated that it is imperative to review the present N30,000 minimum wage to reflect realities. Tinubu spoke during a meeting with members of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) led … Read more
Auxiliary is a former chairman of the NURTW Oyo state chapter In 2020, Gov. Seyi Makinde appointed Auxiliary chairman of the state’s Park Management Committee (PMS) Police raid Auxiliary’s house i Ibadan, arrest 78 hoodlum Eko Hot Blog reports that the leader of disbanded Parks Management System (PMS), Mukaila Lamidi popularly called Auxillary has been … Read more
George Akume Biography and all you need to know about George Akume’s profile can be accessed here Eko Hot Blog reports George Akume biography comprises of George Akume profile, date of birth, political career, and hobbies. EDITOR’S PICKS Epe-Berger Bridge: A Ticking Time Bomb Crying Out For Quick Government Intervention Why We Hiked Fuel Price … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force, on Friday, arraigned a 53-year-old businessman, King Dauda, before a Kado Grade 1 Area Court, Abuja, for stealing the sum of N92,300 from a sex worker. Dauda, of EFAB Global Estate, Life Camp, Abuja, was charged with theft. The defendant, however, pleaded not guilty to the … Read more
Gov. Abba Yusuf noted that the marketers have old stock and should be considerate in selling at the former price Hike in pump price is ‘unjustified, Says Kano Gov. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, has ordered petroleum marketers in the state to revert to the old petrol pump … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Presidential Election Petition Court sitting in Abuja has adjourned the hearing of the petition by the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) till June 9. The court made the decision at the instance of the petitioners, who requested more time to take a stance on the status of their petition. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that 40-year-old man, Rotimi Olufayo has been arrested by the police in Osun State for allegedly stabbing his younger brother, Oke Oluwaseyi, (28), in the Ilare-Ijesa area of the state. It was gathered that the father-of-two attacked his brother and stabbed him with a knife on Wednesday, May 31. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more