The Nigeria women’s beach volleyball team prepares for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games qualifiers. Coach Kayode Ajilore will lead the selected players through intensive training sessions. Nigeria aims to secure the sole ticket from Africa. Eko Hot Blog reports that The Nigeria Volleyball Federation has called up nine players to camp as the Nigeria women’s … Read more
D’Tigress plans to train in Nigeria, Ghana, and the USA ahead of the Paris Olympics. They aim to enhance their performance, especially against tough opponents like Canada and France. Additionally, the Nigeria Basketball Federation prioritizes local league development Eko Hot Blog reports that The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced that the national women’s team, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The UEFA EURO 2024 kicks off in Munich, Germany on Friday, June 14th, and concludes with the final match in Berlin on Sunday, July 14th. Editor’s Pick Black Market USD To Naira Exchange Rate For Thursday, 28th March 2024 BREAKING: FAAN Shuts Down KFC Branch Over Discrimination Against Former Ogun … Read more
The Nigerian Super Eagles experienced a significant drop in squad market value, falling from 12th to 13th globally with a decrease of €121m. Despite this decline, they remain the most valuable team in Africa, surpassing Ivory Coast and Morocco, who rank second and third respectively in the continent. England maintains its position as the world’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, Africa’s sole representatives in the basketball event at the Paris 2024 Olympics, have been drawn in Group B alongside Australia, Canada, and hosts France. The draw took place on Tuesday at the Patrick Baumann House of Basketball in Mies, Switzerland, and was overseen by … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the government of Niger has officially terminated its military cooperation agreement with the United States, effective immediately.tThis abrupt decision was announced on national television on Saturday evening, just one day after a senior US delegation concluded a three-day visit aimed at engaging with Niger’s military junta, which has shown inclinations towards … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu will today, Wednesday depart Abuja for Paris, France, for a private visit. Ajuri Ngelale, the Spokesperson for President revealed this in a statement on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS JUST IN: FG Gives Fresh Update On ‘Soon-To-Take-Off’ Student Loan Scheme FG: New Minimum Wage Committee To Be Inaugurated Before January … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that pro-Palestinian demonstrators on Saturday gathered in London, Berlin, Paris, Ankara, and Istanbul to demand a ceasefire in Gaza and condemn Israel following an escalation in its military offensive against Hamas. In London, television footage showed large crowds holding sit-down protests blocking parts of th [contact-form][contact-field label=”Name” type=”name” required=”true” /][contact-field label=”Email” type=”email” … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the French Government announced on Friday its decision to return $150 million of the late General Sani Abacha loot. Since the death of Abacha, who was Nigeria’s military leader from 1993 to 1998, the country has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars heaped abroad. The visiting France Minister for Europe … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Niger coup rulers have demanded, that the United Nations (UN) coordinator, Louise Aubin, in the country, leave. Editor’s Pick France Begins Troops Withdrawal From Niger France Reacts As Coup Leaders Direct Ambassador To Leave Niger Coup: Don’t Declare War Against Niger To Please US, France, LP Rep Member Warns Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that France has started to withdraw its troops from its bases in former colony, Niger. Editor’s Pick Tinubu Snubs Niger Coup Leader’s Attempts For Direct Talks Niger Coup Leaders Form Alliance With Burkina Faso, Mali Against ECOWAS Niger Coup Leaders Deny Expelling Nigerian, Germany Ambassadors According to reports filed, authorities in … Read more
Eko Hot Blogreports that France is working tirelessly in its fight against the infestation of bed bug in the country as a Parisian school has become the latest centre hit by the insects. Editor’s Pick K1 Band Members Abscond After Show In UK JUST IN: Jailed Iranian Activist Narges Mohammadi Wins 2023 Nobel Peace Prize … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that France has announced the initial withdrawal of its military personnel stationed in the Niger Republic. This decision was made following a disagreement with the military junta that has been in power since the coup in late July, Naija News understands. The process of withdrawal of the France troops is anticipated … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that thousands rallied Saturday in Niger’s capital Niamey to demand that former colonial ruler France withdraw its troops as sought by a junta which seized power in July. The protesters gathered near a base housing French soldiers following a call by several civic organisations hostile to the French military presence in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that France has reacted to the directives of coup leaders in the Niger Republic asking its Ambassador, Sylvain Itte, in the country to leave within 48 hours. According to France, the coup leaders in Niger do not have the authority to expel its ambassador in Niamey. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘We Will … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that as tension continues to build over possible confrontation with the military junta in Niger Republic, the member representing Ikwuano/Umuahia federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Obi Aguocha, has cautioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to resist any pressure to declare war against the Nigeria’s West African neighbour because of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the French government has initiated the evacuation of its citizens and other Europeans from Niger due to escalating violence. The announcement comes in response to attacks on the French embassy and an ongoing airspace closure, which left French nationals unable to leave independently. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints … Read more
The Government of France is set to €600,000 to make French the second language in Nigeria. The Embassy of France in Nigeria has launched a project to strengthen French teachers in the country and create a network of media platforms using the French language. The project will benefit 50 schools in five states in Nigeria … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu will leave Paris for London, United Kingdom, after concluding his mission in France on Friday. According to a statement issued by the president’s spokesperson, Dele Alake, Saturday afternoon, he will travel to London on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Gbajabiamila, Fashola, Lagos First Lady, Others Get Honorary Doctorates At … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that President Tinubu on Friday in Paris, France vowed that the ongoing reforms on the economy will be sustained and expanded, with a view to relieving families struggling with the burden of poverty and insecurity. In an interactive session with members of the Nigerian community living in France, who lauded President Tinubu for … Read more