A tragic incident unfolded in Majiya Town, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State, early Wednesday morning when a petrol tanker exploded, resulting in the deaths of over 90 individuals and leaving 50 others hospitalised. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that The explosion occurred around 12:30 AM after the tanker driver, who was en route from … Read more
The Lagos State Police Command has reported that four individuals lost their lives in a fire outbreak at a lounge and bar on Baale Road in the Olodi Apapa area. In a statement released on Monday, police spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin stated that the fire ignited around 7:45 a.m. on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, … Read more
A fire broke out at the Kwara State High Court Complex in Ilorin on Sunday night, damaging part of Courtroom No. 10. The blaze ignited around 8:02 PM due to a power surge, as reported by the State Fire Service. Fortunately, firefighters acted quickly to contain the fire, preventing further destruction to the complex. The … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has announced the establishment of a Disaster Relief Fund to address the increasing frequency of natural disasters. This directive followed the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on Monday. During a media briefing, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, emphasized the urgent need for specialized funding to … Read more
A mass shooting in Alabama has left at least four people dead and dozens injured, police reported on Saturday. “We believe multiple shooters fired several rounds at a crowd in the Five Points South district of Birmingham shortly after 11:00 p.m.,” police officer Truman Fitzgerald told local media. Officers discovered two men and a woman … Read more
A fire outbreak occurred at the Oko Baba plank market in Ebute Metta, Lagos, causing significant damage as it spread to nearby shanties. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) responded swiftly to contain the blaze. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: … Read more
A storey building housing students of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) collapsed on Saturday morning following heavy rainfall on Ekhator Street, Ekosodin, Benin City, Edo State. The area is primarily known for housing students. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: Stop Hiding Behind Opposition—APC Urges Zamfara Govt Delta Child Rights … Read more
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has reported a fire outbreak at the Itamaga Plank Market in Ikorodu, Lagos State. According to a statement from Nosa Okunbor, Head of LASEMA’s Public Affairs Unit, the agency received distress calls and promptly dispatched its Lion Squad from the Agbowa Base. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that upon … Read more
Barkindo Mohammed, the Director General of the Borno State Emergency Management Agency, has described the flooding situation in Maiduguri as “terrible.” He reported that he and some of his colleagues, who were on a rescue mission, are currently trapped by the flood. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the collapse of the Alau Dam … Read more
No fewer than 30 persons and 50 cattle have lost their lives in a tanker explosion that occurred at Agaie Local Government Area of Niger State. The explosion occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday along the Lapai-Agaie road, about 2 kilometers from Dendo community in Agaie. EDITOR’S PICKS I’ll Support Nigerian Govt Find Solution To … Read more
On Tuesday, 34 bodies recovered after an assault by suspected Boko Haram terrorists in the Mafa community of Yobe State were laid to rest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this attack happened on Sunday, and is considered the most severe in the state since the Boko Haram insurgency began 14 years ago. The Yobe State … Read more
The Kano State Fire Service successfully rescued a woman and her two sons from a collapsed building in the Makwarari area of Kano Municipal Local Government Area on Friday. The incident occurred in a one-storey residential building measuring 30 by 40 feet, which unexpectedly collapsed, trapping the family inside. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For … Read more
No fewer than 25 people were killed after flash floods hit Yemen’s northwestern province of Al-Mahwit, a local health source reported on Wednesday. The flash floods in Al-Mahwit, triggered by over 24 hours of heavy rain, caused the collapse of three dams and swept away dozens of houses in the Malhan district on Tuesday. EDITOR’S … Read more
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) issued a warning on Friday regarding rising water levels in the River Niger, advising Nigerians to prepare for potential impacts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement signed by the Director General, Umar Ibrahim Mohammed, NIHSA explained that as of August 22, 2024, the dams had not released … Read more
The quick action of the Kwara State Fire Service averted a major disaster on the Otte-Ilorin expressway on Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Aa bus carrying cosmetics collided with an overturned truck loaded with perfume and honey, triggering a fire. Hassan Adekunle, the state fire service spokesperson, stated that the incident occurred at 08:12 … Read more
A Saurya Airlines plane carrying 19 people crashed during takeoff in Kathmandu, Nepal, leading to rescue operations and significant fire control efforts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a passenger plane carrying 19 people crashed during takeoff in Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, on Wednesday morning, with fire crews working to douse the flaming wreckage. The Saurya Airlines plane … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that four individuals have been rescued alive from the rubble of a collapsed two-storey building located beside Cupid Hotel on Sultan Dansuki Road, Phase 2, Site 2, in the Kubwa area of Bwari Area Council, Abuja. Of those rescued, two have been transported to the Kubwa General Hospital for treatment. The … Read more
Residential building, formerly Al-Hilal Hotel in Abuja’s Kubwa area, partially collapses, trapping residents; emergency response delayed by equipment shortage. Eko Hot Blog reports that in Abuja, a former hotel transformed into residential apartments, adjacent to the well-known Cupid Hotel on Cupid Road (Sultan Dasuki Way) in Kubwa, suffered a partial collapse early Saturday morning, trapping … Read more
A school building collapse in Busa Buji, Jos North, Plateau State, has trapped many students, prompting ongoing rescue efforts and causing distress among parents. Eko Hot Blog reports that many students are currently trapped in a collapsed school building in the Busa Buji community of Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State. The incident occurred … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima visited Gwoza bombing victims, confirmed 32 deaths, and condemned the attacks, highlighting the ongoing support from various agencies. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the death toll from Saturday’s suicide bombing attacks in the Gwoza area of Borno State has reached 32. Vice President Kashim Shettima provided this update on Monday, speaking to … Read more