Eko Hot Blog reports that the Armed Forces of Nigeria has announced the deployment of 197 personnel for a peacekeeping mission in The Gambia. Maj-Gen. Boniface Sinjen, Chief of Operations of the Nigerian Army, disclosed this deployment on Friday in Jaji, Kaduna State, during the graduation of troops from Nigerian Company 9 Economic Community of … Read more
Team Nigeria showcased dominance in the 2023 African Games athletics. Chinecherem Nnamdi’s set new national record in javelin, the women’s 4x400m relay gold, and Olayinka Olajide’s complete set of medals. Ethiopia and South Africa emerged as strong competitors in the athletics event. Eko Hot Blog reports that Team Nigeria showcased their dominance in the athletics … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Equatorial Guinea FA has suspended their all-time highest goalscorer, Emilio Nsue for misconduct during the 2023 AFCON. Emilio Nsue was Equatorial Guinea’s most prolific goalscorer during the just concluded 2023 AFCON and ended the tournament with the Golden Boot. The 34-year-old CF Intercity forward scored a hat-trick in the country’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s super eagles have qualified for the semi final of the ongoing African Cup of Nations following a 1-0 victory over Angola. Adeola Lookman’s first half strike was all the eagles needed to book the first semi final ticket as the defense team led by captain William Trost-Ekong put up … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Saturday in France, received a Nigeria Football token. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, made this known in a statement on Saturday. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Usman Ododo Sworn In As Governor Of Kogi State Gunmen Abduct Oyo Park Management … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that, it was a jubilant night for the hosts of the 2023 AFCON, Ivory Coast as they finally confirmed their place in the next round of the tournament after waiting for two days. Ivory Coast, like Ghana, Algeria, Tunisia, and other former winners of the tournament who have crashed out of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Algeria are the latest heavyweights to be knocked out of the 2023 African Cup of Nations as the so called minnows in the competition continue to spring surprises. Algeria were condemned to beat lowly-rated Mauritania today, January 23, to stand a chance of qualifying for the next round of the … Read more
Fr Kelvin Ugwu, has called for prayers for Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate. Obi has been accused by the federal government of inciting violence and there are allegations that a leaked conversation with Bishop David Oyedepo is fake. Fr Kelvin Ugwu urges people to stand by Obi against malicious forces. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The Gambian government says it has thwarted an attempt to stage a coup. Eko Hot Blog reports that four soldiers had been arrested, and three alleged accomplices were on the run, a statement said. EDITOR’S PICKS British Airways: Flights Leaving US Grounded Over Technical Issue Met Office Forecasts 2023 Will Be Hotter Than 2022 Capitol … Read more
Action continues today in AFCON EKO HOT BLOG reports that some more exciting games will be played today in the African Cup Of Nations, AFCON. The games will be played in groups E and F. Group E Ivory Coast will face Equatorial Guinea in the second match of Group E on Wednesday at the Jubama … Read more
– With the rising case of COVID-19 in Gambia, President Adama Barrow declared a nationwide night-time curfew – The West Africa country has recorded nearly 700 cases and 16 deaths Gambia President, Adama Barrow has declared a state of emergency and a nationwide night-time curfew for 21 days as coronavirus cases keep rising. Barrow said … Read more
Popular Gambian actress, Princess Shyngle on her instagram sent a note of warning to married men sliding into her DM with horrific request. The actress threatened to screenshot and report any married men who slid into her DM to ask her out on a date to his wife. READ ALSO: Dubai Police Releases Video Footage Detailing … Read more