Opeyemi Aiyeola clears air on Chatta’s loss Says deceased was his godson Urges fans to avoid false reports Nollywood star, Opeyemi Aiyeola, has set the record straight on the recent tragedy linked to actor Ibrahim Chatta. According to Eko Hot Blog, Aiyeola explained that contrary to reports making rounds, Chatta did not lose his biological … Read more
DSS arrested Kaduna activist Mahdi Shehu over a misleading video. The video alleged a French military base, sparking national security concerns. Legal proceedings are expected as Shehu faces accusations of incitement. Popular Kaduna-based activist and political commentator Mahdi Shehu has reportedly been arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) over allegations of spreading a … Read more
Allen Onyema Warns of Dangerous Campaign Against Air Peace Air Peace CEO Calls for Investigation into Malicious Attacks False Claims and Fake News Threaten Air Peace’s Reputation, Onyema Says Air Peace Chairman and CEO, Allen Onyema, has expressed concerns over a growing and dangerous campaign aimed at defaming the airline. Onyema made the statement during … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has categorically denied rumors circulating on social media about the alleged death of its chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun Orders Major Shake-Up, Deploys … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has proposed significant electoral reforms, including replacing Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) as the sole requirement for voting with computer-generated slips for voter accreditation, following the introduction of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS). At a quarterly consultative meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) in Abuja, INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood … Read more
Bello El-Rufai, the eldest son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has strongly denied reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) raided his residence in Kaduna and uncovered large sums of money in various currencies, as well as drugs. In a statement sighted by EKO HOT BLOG, El-Rufai dismissed the rumors as … Read more
A viral image purportedly showing Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, paying homage to Musiliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, has been debunked as fake. The image, widely circulated on WhatsApp, depicts Obi standing beside Oluomo, who is dressed in a white Agbada. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News … Read more
Brazil’s First Lady, Janja Lula da Silva, made headlines over the weekend after directing a profanity-laced remark at billionaire Elon Musk during a G20 event where she advocated for stronger social media regulation to combat misinformation. As she spoke on Saturday, a ship’s horn blared in the background, prompting her to joke, “I think it’s … Read more
Contrary to circulating claims, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has not made any statements about restoring electoral integrity in Nigeria. This rumor surfaced after former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan congratulated Trump on his election victory in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Jonathan wrote, “Dear President Trump, I extend my … Read more
The Benue State Government has dismissed rumors of plans to pay state civil servants a ₦40,000 minimum wage, instead of the ₦70,000 minimum wage signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that social media in the state was abuzz with speculation that Governor Hyacinth Alia, in a recent meeting with workers, … Read more
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has dispelled rumors surrounding his death by personally briefing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his health status. Contrary to the circulating rumors, Lagbaja is alive and recovering well. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a source at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) revealed that President Tinubu expressed relief upon hearing … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has refuted claims that its candidate in the upcoming Edo State governorship election, Monday Okpebholo, was disqualified by a Magistrate Court. EKO HOT BLOG reports that report had circulated alleging that Magistrate Abubakar Mukhtar of the Abuja Magistrate Court disqualified Okpebholo over accusations of age falsification and forgery. In a … Read more
Governor Siminalayi Fubara denies reports of a proposed ₦80,000 minimum wage for state and local government workers, calling them unverified and baseless. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has strongly denied reports suggesting that he proposed a new minimum wage of ₦80,000 for workers in the state and local government areas. This … Read more
EFCC Launch Radio Station, Declare War Against Fake News. Minister Mohammed Idris and EFCC Chairman express strong support for the initiative. The radio station aims to counter false narratives and biased portrayals of EFCC’s activities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reiterated its determination to tackle the dissemination of … Read more
Social media misuse a national security priority – Ribadu Calls for overhauling strategic communication to counter disinformation NSA urges security spokespersons to counter fake news Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has warned of social media misuse. He calls for an overhaul of strategic communication to counter disinformation. Ribadu … Read more
AGN President Emeka Rollas debunks rumors of actor Zack Orji death. Social media was flooded with false reports of Zack Orji’s demise. Rollas confirmed Orji’s wellbeing, asserting that the actor is alive and well. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President of the Actors’ Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Chief Emeka Rollas, has refuted the circulating rumor … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, has described as fake news a purported list of new Nigerian Ambassadors. A purported list of new Nigerian Ambassadors and their assigned countries went viral on social media on Tuesday. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: CBN Continues Reform, Raises … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC) has debunked a news report that the Department of States Services (DSS) invaded it’s Lagos office and carted away files Implicating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his aides. In a press statement released on Saturday, titled “A REBUTTAL ON SAHARA … Read more
The presidency denies reports of President Tinubu ordering the suspension of NNPC CEO, Mele Kyari, dismissing them as false social media claims. Multiple sources confirm that there are no plans to suspend Kyari as NNPC boss, stating that the reports are untrue. The presidency has not issued any directive to suspend Kyari, according to … Read more
Dino Melaye has challenged those questioning God’s blessing on his life to sue Him or seek INEC’s help. The Kogi West Senator made the statement amidst fallout with Governor Wike, who claimed that Dino lacked the capacity to govern Kogi state. The Kogi PDP chapter has denied reports of Dino’s suspension, warning troublemakers to desist … Read more