A fire at the Masaka market in the Karu local government area of Nasarawa state has left many traders facing significant losses. The blaze, which broke out around 10 PM on Friday night, has caused widespread devastation among the market vendors, according to eyewitness accounts. As of the time of this report, fire service personnel … Read more
A massive fire has ravaged the popular Araromi spare parts market at Agodi-Gate in Ibadan,, causing extensive damage to property worth millions of naira. The fire reportedly broke out around 2 am on Saturday and continues to spread, with firefighters still working tirelessly to bring it under control. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Akinyemi Akinyinka, … Read more
An ancient relic, believed by some to have been placed on Jesus Christ’s head during his crucifixion, has returned to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, five years after being saved from the devastating fire that engulfed the building. The Crown of Thorns, which consists of a circle of rushes encased in a crystal and gold tube, … Read more
A tragic fire engulfed the Christ Apostolic Church parish in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Friday night, trapping several worshippers inside the building. The incident occurred around 9:30 pm at Wisdom Estate, Road 1G, Olohunda Road, in Lagelu Local Government Area, according to sources on Saturday morning. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant … 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
A fire in the South Korean city of Bucheon claimed the lives of seven people and left a dozen others injured. The blaze erupted in a nine-story hotel, with the eighth floor believed to be the origin due to an electrical fault. Tragically, two victims died after jumping from windows in a desperate attempt to … Read more
Fire, allegedly set by unknown individuals, destroys part of the Emir of Kano’s palace, damaging the throne and valuables. Eko Hot Blog reports that a fire has reportedly razed part of the palace at Gidan Rumfa, currently occupied by the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Lamido Sanusi. The incident occurred on Friday night around 11 … Read more
Funke Akindele visited the Lagos State Fire Service, making a major announcement for her upcoming film. Eko Hot Blog reports that renowned Nollywood Actress and CEO of Funke Akindele Network (FAAN), Funke Akindele, has paid a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service at its office in Alausa, Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Cameroon … Read more
A Christ Embassy Church is on fire in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that a massive fire has engulfed a zonal church of Christ Embassy in the Oregun area of Ikeja, Lagos State. The fire broke out on Sunday morning. It was not immediately clear whether church service had begun by the time the fire … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a sudden midday fire on Wednesday damaged a section of the Ado Bayero Mall, formerly occupied by Game Stores, on Zoo Road in Kano. The mall’s lease manager, Elizabeth Adeyemo, who confirmed the incident stated that firefighters were on the scene making urgent efforts to extinguish the blaze. EDITOR’S PICK: … Read more
A massive gas explosion has rocked a community in Lagos State. The explosion injured many passersby, including a pregnant woman. The Lagos Fire Service says that the fire has been brought under control. Eko Hot Blog reports that that at least nine persons, including a pregnant woman and children, were on Tuesday injured in a … Read more
There was a fire outbreak at a section of the Lagos airport on Thursday. The outbreak triggered the diversion of some flights. FAAN said the fire was being brought under control. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has diverted flight operations at terminal one of the Murtala Muhammed International … Read more
Maxwell Azzarello sets himself on fire near Trump trial courthouse. Azzarello doused himself with accelerant and ignited the flames. Eyewitnesses recount the harrowing incident as police respond swiftly. Eko hot blog reports that In a shocking turn of events outside the courtroom where the trial of former President Trump is ongoing, a man set himself … Read more
Another fire incident has been reported on Lagos Island. The fire originated from a three-storey building but spread to 13 other buildings. Firefighters are on ground to put out the fire. Eko Hot Blog reports that a fire has gutted at least 14 buildings situated near Jankara Street, adjacent to Docemo Street, on Lagos Island, … Read more
There has been a fire incident in the Docemo area of Lagos. The fire affected three buildings and spread to a fourth building. However, one of the buildings burnt beyond salvaging. Eko Hot Blog reports that a fire has razed three buildings in the Docemo area of Lagos State. The fire, which started Wednesday morning, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a segment of the renowned Wuse market in Abuja was engulfed in flames on Tuesday, following a violent protest by enraged youths over the killing of a 17-year-old hawker identified only as Musa. The unrest led to the torching of the Abuja Markets Management Limited (AMML) office situated within the market … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Dan’Agundi Power Transmission Station, a critical electricity supply hub for Kano city, has been gutted by fire on Sunday. The raging fire has resulted in power outages affecting areas surrounding the transmission station in the Kano State capital. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation at Crossroads: Balancing Health and Hardship in Nigeria’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has denied reports that a fire broke out at the Murtala Muhammad Airport in Lagos State. The authority dismissed the reports in a statement on its X account Thursday evening. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Suspends Rural Electrification Agency MD, Three Others Yaoundé Malaria Declaration: … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that Residents of Gbarantoru Community in Bayelsa State are facing a crisis as Shell’s gas flaring operation wreaks havoc on their environment and disrupts children’s education. The sudden onset of massive gas flares close to homes has forced a nearby school to shut down, leaving children without access to education. Editor’s … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that there was an outbreak of fire on Sunday afternoon at the private residence of the Minister of State Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mariya Mahmoud. The house located at No. 9, Justice Roseline Ukeji Close, Asokoro, was completely razed and nothing could be salvaged from the ruins. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation at … Read more