Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with JONSPONG Group of Companies, a Ghanaian Waste Management company, on treatments of solid and liquid wastes in the state. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed the development in a statement on his X page … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a Ghanaian YouTube personality and content creator, Bernard Kwadwo Amoafo, also known as Kwadwo Sheldon, has insisted they cannot allow Nigeria’s Super Eagles to win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. According to Sheldon, if Nigeria wins the AFCON trophy, Ghanaians are ‘dead’. Editor’s Picks Financial Stability: CBN Introduces Fresh … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali is reportedly set to start against Angola on Friday after being passed fit for the AFCON quarter-finals clash. The Chippa United goalkeeper on Thursday joined and completed training session with his other teammates with concerns still roving around his fitness for the tie. Editor’s Picks … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced Sunday their immediate withdrawal from the Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS). The leaders of the three Sahel nations issued a statement saying it was a “sovereign decision” to leave the Economic Community of West African States “without delay”. … 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
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the military chiefs of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will meet on Thursday and Fiday in Accra, Ghana amid tensions over a possible military intervention in Niger, according to Ghana’s army spokesman. ECOWAS member states had initially mulled a military intervention against those who carried out Niger’s … Read more
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari jets off to Ghana for the Gulf of Guinea Commission session in Accra. The event was convened by President Nana Akuffo-Addo of Ghana. President Buhari according to Femi Adeshina will participate and deliver remarks at a high-level discussion focused on strategies for strengthening peace and security. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President … Read more
The taskforce consists of eight members tasked with reshaping the global urban sanitation agenda. The Lagos water regulatory body’s boss was said to have been nominated to serve on the taskforce due to her “laudable work.” The taskforce has representatives from six other countries. Eko Hot Blog reports that the International Water Association (IWA) has … Read more
Ghana’s government has announced the removal of fuel subsidy. The removal is one of the regulatory measures implemented by the country to ensure stability in its downstream sector. According to Abdul Hamid, the plans were implemented in response to the global oil and gas market volatility caused by the Russian-Ukraine war. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
This was after an agreement between major stakeholders running the multi-sport competition It’s caused by an ongoing disagreement over marketing rights The coronavirus pandemic and rising costs because of high inflation is another reason for the postponement Eko Hot Blog reports that the African Games, scheduled to take place in Ghana in August, have been … Read more
The flight landed in Accra late on Sunday The winger played 65 times for Ghana’s national team Tributes have poured in for the late player Eko Hot Blog reports that The body of footballer Christian Atsu, who died when an earthquake hit Turkey two weeks ago, has been returned to his native Ghana. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Christian Atsu has been confirmed dead after being found in Turkey quake rubble. Search and rescue workers found Atsu’s body where he was staying at Ronesans Residence. Midfielder Atsu spent four seasons at Chelsea before a permanent transfer to Newcastle in 2017. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the body of former Ghana international Christian Atsu … Read more
The LASU School of Transport has won a $50,000 research grant on road and water crashes. Eko Hot Blog reports that the School of Transport and Logistics of the Lagos State University (LASU) has won a $50,000 grant from the Volvo Educational and Research Foundation (VREF) to study road and water traffic crashes in three … Read more
Police in Ghana have warned faith leaders against making traditional New Year prophecies which can cause fear, anxiety or death. Eko Hot Blog reports that the right of freedom of worship must not violate the rights of others, the police said in a statement. EDITOR’S PICKS British Airways: Flights Leaving US Grounded Over Technical Issue … Read more
Obanikoro has mourned Demola Seriki. Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, former Ambassador to Ghana, has described the demise of Demola Seriki, the Nigerian Ambassador to Spain, as a monumental loss to the nation. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigeria’s Ambassador To Spain, Demola Seriki Is Dead Vacate Roads Or Face Sanctions, Lagos Govt Tells Illegal … Read more
Asamoah Gyang has reacted after Luis Suarez bluntly refused to apologise to Ghana. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ghana legend, Asamoah Gyang, has reacted to Uruguay striker Luis Suarez’s refusal to apologise to Ghanaians after his involvement in the Black Stars’ quarter-final exit at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Prior to Uruguay’s … Read more
Tiwa Savage will replace Davido at the Afro Nation Festival in Ghana. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian female sensational singer, Tiwa Savage, has been announced as a replacement for Davido at the AfroNation festival scheduled to hold in Accra, Ghana. The festival will be held on December 29 and 30, 2022, with performances … Read more
FIFA has branded Cristiano Ronaldo a ‘total genius’ for winning a controversial World Cup penalty against Ghana. EKO HOT BLOG reports that FIFA has described Cristiano Ronaldo as a ‘total genius’ for the way in which he won Portugal’s controversial World Cup penalty against Ghana. The former Manchester United forward was provided with the opportunity … Read more
Ronaldo broke another World Cup record after Portugal defeated Ghana 3–2 on Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first player in history to score at five World Cup tournaments. The 37-year-old, who had his contract terminated by Manchester United a few days ago, put Portugal in front from the penalty … Read more
Ghana has retracted an advisory asking Ghanaians to avoid non-essential travel to Abuja. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ghanaian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has retracted a travel advisory it issued to its citizens against travelling to Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. EDITOR’S PICKS Troops Neutralise Bandit Leader, Repel Attack In Kaduna Republicans Win … Read more