Nestling aboard an incoming Delta Airline flight from Atlanta, Georgia on May 10, 2024, the window-seat view of the landscape and skyscape of Ikeja cityscape was gloomy. The giant American bird called Boeing glided through the clouds before swooping down intently like a hawk in hunt. EDITOR’S PICK Trump’s Conviction Spurs Record Fundraising, Raises Nearly … Read more
Labour Party’s National Chairman, Julius Abure has been suspended. Allegations against him include; high-handedness, anti-party activities, fraud Investigations on the situation are still ongoing EKO HOT BLOG reports that Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), has been suspended from his position. The suspension, outlined in a letter dated May 14, 2024, by … Read more
Emefiele Loses $4.7m, N830.8m, Properties To FG The order was issued by Justice Yellim Bogoro after an ex-parte application by the EFCC. The forfeited properties include various buildings, warehouses, and plots of land in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has ordered a temporary forfeiture … Read more
NIMC uncovers syndicate issuing fake NIN, arrests suspects, undergoing prosecution. Syndicate operated sophisticated scam, masquerading as NIMC employees, defrauding Nigerians. NIN database enrollment exceeds 107.34 million, importance for security and governance emphasized by NIMC DG. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) declared on Friday that it has unearthed and is actively … Read more
Emefiele’s Legal Fight Deepens: EFCC Reveals New Proof. He faces charges of abuse of office and fraud. EFCC presents more evidence through a witness from Zenith Bank. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele proceeded on Thursday, with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) presenting … Read more
Agboola Ajayi is the PDP candidate for the upcoming governorship election in Ondo. The candidate is facing allegations of illegally occupying a property in Lagos. The accuser said it is the rightful owner of the disputed property. Eko Hot Blog reports that Segzyadet Integrated Ltd, a company registered in Ondo State, has accused Agboola Ajayi, … Read more
Trouble For Kwankwaso As NNPP Drags Him To Court Over Alleged Fraud. Allegations include mismanagement of NNPP funds and exploitation of the party for personal gains. Kwankwaso accused of using NNPP to advance the Kwankwasiya movement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has filed a petition with the Economic and Financial … Read more
Yahaya Bello has been in the eye of the storm for alleged corruption. In the past few days, the former Kogi governor has engaged in a cat and mouse race with the EFCC. The anti-graft agency has made a fresh revelation about Bello’s alleged corrupt practices. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the General Overseer of CAC Freedom City Prophetic and Deliverance Ministry, Adeniyi James, in Ilorin, Kwara State, has been arrested by the Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), for allegedly defrauding a member of the church to the tune of N3,980,000. The Head of Media … Read more
Sam Bankman-Fried ran FTX, a crypto exchange company, which collapsed in November 2022. The collapse left customers, investors and lenders short over $11 billion. The crypto mogul was accused of running down the company and has been imprisoned for his actions. Eko Hot Blog reports that crypto entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried was on Thursday sentenced to … Read more
Trump has been battling several civil and criminal legal issues for months. In one of the civil cases, the former president and other defendants were ordered to pay a $464 million bond to appeal a judgment. He has won his bid to reduce the bond. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former President United States (US) … Read more
Minister Nyesom Wike seeks House approval for N500 billion loan for FCT’s 2024 budget. Lawmaker expresses concerns over proposed borrowing, suggests exploring capital market options. Wike urges newly sworn-in FCT officials to pledge loyalty to President Tinubu’s agenda. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Minister Nyesom Wike calls for N500 billion loan approval from House for FCT’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has presented additional evidence against MICAD Project City Services Limited and James Nolan, a Director of Process and Industrial Development Limited, before Justice Nora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja. This development was announced by the Head of Media and Publicity … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Carlo Ancelotti, the manager of Real Madrid, has dismissed allegations of tax fraud during his first tenure as the coach of the Spanish club. Editor’s Pick JUST IN: Confusion As Power Outage Hits Lagos Airport Lagos Police, NEMA On Red Alert Over Warehouse Looting U.S Misjudges China, Breaks Promises Reports … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Amidst plans for global expansion, fintech giant Leatherback has received a significant boost as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) clears the firm of all allegations of fraud and misconduct. Editor’s Pick: Come Listen To God’s Word -Yul Edochie’s Message To Haters NLC Dares FG, Vows To Go Ahead … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Chairman of the Labour Party, Mr. Julius Abure has reportedly been arrested by Security Operatives. This news medium gathered that the LP chairman was apprehended in Benin City, Edo State, on Wednesday. The circumstances leading to his arrest are not clear at this time, however, it is widely … Read more
Editor’s note: An earlier report on this website incorrectly claimed that the Providus Bank CEO was arrested in connection with an alleged fraud. We have since retracted the story after discovering new information. Reports circulated on January 9 that the Providus Bank CEO and his counterparts in two other banks were arrested. The reports said … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the governor of Anambra State, Charles Soludo has visited his predecessor, Willie Obiano, who was arraigned in court on Wednesday over fraud allegations. This online media platform gathered that Obiano is facing trial over an allegation of committing fraud to the tune of N4 billion while he was governor. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission will arraign the immediate-past governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano, on Wednesday, January 24, before Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja, over alleged money laundering to the tune of N4,008,573,350. This online media platform gathered on Tuesday that the ex-governor will be … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has arrested one Benjamin Ezeukwe aged 28 for masterminding and fleecing “hundreds of innocent Nigerians” in an elaborate cement-price-slash scam. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed the suspect’s arrest in a statement on Sunday. Ezeukwe had sometimes in September 2023 allegedly released an advert … Read more