Brazilian federal police are investigating after two explosions erupted near the Federal Supreme Court (STF) in the capital, Brasilia, leaving at least one person dead. The blasts prompted the immediate evacuation of the court building, with thick smoke and flames visible from above. “Two loud bangs were heard at the end of the [Supreme Court] … Read more
A fuel-laden tanker has caught fire in Jigawa State, located in North West Nigeria. The incident occurred at the Jigawa-Kano border and caused panic among onlookers. Aliyu M. A., Public Relations Officer for the Federal Fire Service (FFS) in Jigawa State, confirmed the incident to the media on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Powerful Explosion Rocks Jos Terminus Market, Multiple Injuries Reporte A powerful explosion shook Jos on Tuesday morning, rattling surrounding communities and sending residents into a panic. The blast, which occurred around 10:30 a.m. near the crowded Terminus market, left a scene of destruction and chaos in its wake. Eyewitnesses recounted the terrifying moments … Read more
A Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered vehicle exploded at a NIPCO filling station along the Benin-Auchi Expressway in Edo State on Wednesday, leaving three people severely injured. According to reports, one motorist sustained eye injuries, while two others were also badly affected. A woman suffered a severe abdominal injury, and another victim had their foot … Read more
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
Tension remains high in Rivers State as residents woke up on Saturday to the news of a suspected explosion at the secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC), led by factional caretaker committee chairman, Chief Tony Okocha. In the early hours of the day, suspected arsonists reportedly detonated explosives at the APC state secretariat in … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Engr. Rasaki Bamidele Kasali, the Executive Chairman of Lekki LCDA, along with key council officials, visited the victims of a gas explosion at Famous Hospital today. The explosion, which took place on September 11, 2024, at around 4:30 pm in Tiye, resulted in two individuals suffering first and second degree burns. … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that in a tragic incident at Emunren, Ikorodu, a technician identified as Mr. Adeniyi narrowly escaped death after a refrigerator he was repairing exploded, leaving him with severe injuries. According to Mr. Adeniyi, the accident occurred while he was fixing a gas line inside a freezer. “I was almost done with the work … Read more
Suspected dynamite explosions have rocked the Action People’s Party (APP) Secretariat located along the GRA axis of Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State. The attack occurred around 1 a.m. on Monday, carried out by unidentified individuals. Rivers APP Chairman, Sunny Wokekoro, confirmed the incident and stated that he was on his way to assess … Read more
Explosions occurred at Shell’s gas plant in Gbarain, Bayelsa, affecting a pipeline. Residents linked explosions to suspected vandalism, causing smoke and gas emissions. SPDC is investigating the incident and ensuring community safety. EKO HOT BLOG reports that multiple explosions occurred on Tuesday at the Shell Petroleum Development Company’s gas processing plant in Gbarain, Yenagoa Local Government … Read more
There was a gas explosion in Ibeju Lekki LGA on Tuesday afternoon. The explosion claimed one life and injured many others. The Ibeju Lekki LGA boss has promised relief and aid for the victims. Eko Hot Blog reports that a gas explosion has killed a vendor and injured a few others in the Abule Pan … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a “minor explosion” took place within the Nigerian Army cantonment in Ikeja, Lagos. According to a press statement issued on Monday by army Public relations, the explosion occurred on a farmland near the mammy market within the Cantonment. Editor’s Picks Naira Maintains Streak, Appreciates To 1,250/$ Police Confirm Delta Students’ … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that”We Want Quick and Urgent Intervention, We Cannot Stand This Humiliation Again.” Residents affected by the recent explosion in Bodija, Ibadan, have voiced out their frustrations, claiming neglect by the state government. Ayo Ogunlola, one of the victims, expressed their dismay, stating, “We were originally housed at Calton Gate Hotels, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a series of catastrophic explosions rocked the Bonny-Bille-Nembe Jetty in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State, on Monday, resulting in extensive damage and destruction of goods and properties worth millions of naira. This disaster follows a history of tragic incidents at the jetty, including a fire in April 2022 that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonated in Gubio local government area of Borno State, resulting in the tragic death of six Quranic school pupils popularly known as Almajirai in Hausa parlance. The incident took place yesterday when a metal scavenger unknowingly collected and stored various metallic items in a building in close … Read more
There was an explosion in Abuja earlier on Wednesday. The explosion sparked speculations of an explosive device. The police have disclaimed the speculations. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has revealed that the explosion outside the Bureau of Public Enterprise (BPE) premises in Maitama, Abuja, was caused by an … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has announced his decision not to ban mining activities in the state, despite the recent explosion in Bodija, Ibadan, which he attributed to illegal mining. This statement was made while updating the public on the situation following the blast that affected areas including Bodija, … Read more
An explosion rocked the Bodija area of Ibadan on Tuesday night. The explosion resulted in the death and injury of dozens of residents. Structures in the area also suffered significant damage. Eko Hot Blog reports that a powerful explosion on Tuesday jolted residents of Bodija, Ibadan, Oyo State, and its environs in their homes and … Read more
Between six and eight people were taken for medical attention The cause of the blast is unclear The explosion occurred at 4:57p.m on Friday Eko Hot Blog reports that Two people are dead and at least nine are unaccounted for after an explosion rocked a chocolate factory in Pennsylvania on Friday, authorities said. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
This happened shortly before 12 p.m. ET in the western Maryland city Officials are working with the truck’s owner to identify the liquids inside the tanker The driver of the truck died in the crash Eko Hot Blog reports that One person died after an overturned gas tanker carrying flammable liquids exploded on a highway … Read more