Zaria Floods: Mother, Child, and Motorcyclist Swept Away Jukun said the recovered corpse was identified as Yusuf Surajo, also known as Abba Dangoma confirmed that the deceased sustained a head injury before being buried according to Islamic rites At least three people have been swept away following a heavy downpour in Zaria, Kaduna State. Eko … Read more
At least two people have lost their lives due to floods that swept through parts of Ibadan on Tuesday EKO HOT BLOG reports. Heavy flooding on Wednesday impacted areas in Oluyole and Ibadan South West local government regions, causing the destruction of properties valued in the millions of naira. In a statement made available, NEMA … Read more
A German grandmother and her five-month-old grandson are missing after a flash flood swept through their holiday home near Pisa, Tuscany. The tragedy occurred when the nearby River Sterza overflowed its banks, flooding the residence where the family was staying. The family, vacationing in Italy, called emergency services on Monday evening as floodwaters began to … Read more
Newcastle’s Carabao Cup third-round clash against AFC Wimbledon, scheduled for Tuesday, has been postponed due to severe flooding at Wimbledon’s stadium caused by heavy overnight rainfall. AFC Wimbledon reported “extensive” flooding from the River Wandle, affecting the stadium and nearby areas. The game, which was set for a 19:45 BST kickoff, will be rescheduled. EDITOR’S … Read more
Heavy rainfall has severed a crucial section of the Kano-Maiduguri Expressway at Malori-Guskuri, a community in the Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi State. This development has rendered the road impassable, forcing motorists to seek alternative routes. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that during a visit to the site on Thursday, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, … Read more
Heavy rainfall in Sokoto State’s Gada Local Government Area has displaced 1,664 people, damaged homes, and destroyed farmland. EKO HOT BLOG reports that at least 1,664 individuals have been displaced due to recent flooding in four communities in Gada Local Government Area of Sokoto State. According to a statement by Abdullahi Ghani, Information Officer of the … Read more
NCoS releases images and names of over 180 inmates who escaped from Suleja prison due to a perimeter wall collapse after heavy rain. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has revealed the identities of those who escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Suleja, Niger State. This online media platform … Read more
AEDC announces a power outage in parts of Abuja, including Durumi, due to heavy rainfall, with efforts underway to restore supply. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has announced that parts of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, will experience a power outage due to heavy rainfall. This online media platform reports … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted that15 states across the country are going to experience a downpour in the next three days, from Friday to Sunday. Editor’s Pick Army Retrieves Body Of Deceased Community Leader Petrol Marketers Criticize Subsidy Removal Process As Fuel Queues Reappear Tinubu: Atiku Urges Peter Obi, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted heavy rainfall for Thursday, September 28 and Friday, September 29, 2023 in several States across the country with a possibility of flash floods in some States. NiMet’s heavy rainfall forecast showed that moderate to heavy rainfall is expected over parts of Katsina, Kano, … Read more
Expect Heavy Rainfall In FCT, 5 States – NIMET Alerts Nigerians EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Metrological Agency (NiMet), in its latest weather forecast, has predicted four days of heavy rainfall in five northern states, as well as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The states to be affected by the downpour … Read more
Building collapse is not uncommon in Lagos due to lax regulatory oversight and sharp practices by developers It was discovered that the building had been captured by the LASBCA District Office and served with all Statutory Notices, Sealed at District and Central Enforcement Level EDITOR’S PICK Many Feared Dead As Explosion Rocks Kano 2023 Presidency: … Read more
Flooding is common in Lagos, a coastal city which is home to more than twenty million people The flooding also affects traffic flow in many parts of the city Many vehicles were flooded in car parks at the popular Marina axis of Lagos Island on Friday as heavy rainfall persisted for hours. Videos which viral … Read more