A Deputy Superintendent of Corrections, Innocent Ogbu, and 15 other passengers have been abducted while traveling to Enugu for a development course. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church of Christ in Lagos Over N5m Donation EFCC Alleges Nigerian Banks Are Channels for Money Laundering Ogbu, … Read more
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has initiated the auction process for the landed properties and chattels of Heritage Bank, as part of efforts to ensure the timely distribution of liquidation dividends to uninsured depositors of the failed bank. This action, as stated by NDIC spokesperson Bashir Nubu, is in line with the Corporation’s legal … Read more
Tensions are mounting in Enugu State as protests erupt following the alleged killing of well-known local musician, Okezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo Jah, reportedly by a police inspector. EKO HOT BLOG reported that the incident took place on the evening of October 25, 2024, at the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad headquarters in Enugu. The Police … Read more
Enugu State Governor Dr. Peter Mbah has expressed deep sorrow over the untimely death of popular Ogene musician Chikezie Mba, widely known as Igbo Jah, and has called for a thorough investigation into the incident. The young musician was reportedly shot by a police officer as he left the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad following what the … Read more
Tension has escalated in Enugu, the Coal City capital, after a police officer from the Anti-Cult Unit of the Enugu State Police Command allegedly shot and killed popular Ogene musician Igbo Jah. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that angry youths are staging protests by setting bonfires in the Obiagu and Asata areas of the city. Reports … Read more
A native doctor from the Inyi community in Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State, identified as Enuwa Odugu, has claimed that the death of his client, Chikwado Eze, during a fortification ritual was due to Eze’s failure to follow the prescribed ritual rules. Speaking from police custody, the 48-year-old native doctor stated that … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified the reasons behind its operatives’ visit to Urban Radio 94.5FM in Enugu on Monday, an event that sparked widespread discussion on social media. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, explained that a team from the Enugu Zonal Directorate, consisting of four officers, went … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured a sweeping victory in the recent local government elections in Enugu State, winning all 17 Chairmanship seats and 260 councillorship positions across the state’s wards. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chairman of the Enugu State Independent Electoral Commission (ENSIEC), Prof. Christian Ngwu, officially announced the results on Monday. He … Read more
Prices of essential food items like garri and tomatoes have significantly decreased in Anambra, Ebonyi, and Enugu states, bringing some relief to households. In Anambra, a bag of garri is now ₦75,000, down from ₦90,000 in June, while a basket of tomatoes has dropped from ₦100,000 to between ₦80,000 and ₦85,000. Similarly, the price of … Read more
Over 30 kidnappers, including members of the Biafra Auto Pilot, also known as Unknown Gunmen—a notorious breakaway faction of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)—have been killed in shootouts with security forces across Enugu State in the past two weeks, according to a police detective. This was revealed in a statement from Governor Peter … Read more
The Enugu State Police Command has initiated a manhunt for the kidnappers of three students from Enugu State College of Health Technology Oji River, located in Oji River Local Government Area. On Sunday, a viral video circulated, showing residents raising concerns about the abduction of several students from the college since Wednesday evening. The video … Read more
The Enugu State Government has announced that it will begin enforcing its anti-noise pollution policy starting November 15, 2024. Chief Uche Anya, Executive Chairman of the Enugu Capital Territory Development Authority (ECTDA), revealed this decision during a stakeholders’ meeting at the state secretariat. The meeting was attended by representatives from religious organizations, relaxation centers, and … Read more
President Bola Tinubu signed bills establishing development commissions for Nigeria’s South-East and North-West regions to address environmental challenges and infrastructure needs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has signed into law bills establishing development commissions for Nigeria’s South-East and North-West regions. This online media platform reports that the South-East Development Commission bill, sponsored by … Read more
PDP Governors support Rivers State Governor Fubara in his conflict with predecessor Wike, emphasizing the need for wider stakeholder consultation to ensure peace. Eko Hot Blog reports that Governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have taken a firm stand on the ongoing political crisis between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Minister … Read more
NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and overcast skies across various regions of Nigeria from Tuesday to Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted the possibility of thunderstorms and overcast skies from Tuesday to Thursday throughout the nation. NiMet’s weather forecast, issued on Monday in Abuja, predicts the occurrence of morning thunderstorms in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has dismissed a rumour that a Divisional Police Officer (DPO) has been kidnapped. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, debunked the claim in a post on X on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation Divided? Fallout After Nigeria’s New Anthem ‘Nigeria We Hail Thee’: Sparks And … Read more
Ahead of Biafra Heroes Day, Anambra’s Commissioner of Police deployed officers to schools. Enugu State government rejects IPOB’s sit-at-home order, ensuring security readiness. IPOB advises WAEC and Nnamdi Azikiwe University to reschedule exams and convocation, respectively. EKO HOT BLOG reports that before today’s Biafra Heroes Day, as declared by the separatist group, Indigenous People of Biafra, … Read more
The Federal Government recently started demolishing properties to clear the way for the construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway. President Tinubu has officially kicked off the construction. He says the highway will provide major economic benefits to Nigerians. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday in Lagos State, flagged off the construction … Read more
Former Governor Speaks Out on Judicial Independence Criticizes Executive Interference and Corruption Calls for Strong, Impartial Legal System Eko Hot Blog reports that in a scathing critique, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 elections, condemned the country’s judicial system as compromised by the executive branch and the highest bidder. Editor’s Pick … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the incarcerated leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has requested the Federal High Court to transfer him to Kuje prison. He claimed that the Department of State Services lacks adequate medical facilities for his treatment and suggested that there is a plot for him to perish … Read more