Massive 6.0-Magnitude Earthquake Aid Agencies Face Logistical Hurdles Over 5,400 Homes Destroyed in Catastrophic Quake A powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake has devastated eastern Afghanistan, with the death toll now soaring past 1,400 people. Eko Hot Blog reports that the quake struck a remote mountainous area near the Pakistan border at a shallow depth of just five … Read more
Russia and Ukraine exchange 300 prisoners in a UAE-brokered deal. Freed Russian troops receive medical care in Belarus; Ukraine remains silent. Rising POW numbers fuel concerns as Russia gains ground on the battlefield. Russia and Ukraine have conducted a large-scale prisoner exchange, with each side releasing 150 captured soldiers, according to the Russian Ministry of … Read more
A Palestinian doctor, believed to be the last remaining orthopaedic surgeon in northern Gaza, was killed by Israeli tank fire, according to Palestinian officials. Dr. Sayeed Joudeh, a retired surgeon who returned to work during the ongoing conflict, died on Thursday while en route to al-Awda Hospital. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As … Read more
The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly called for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and voiced strong support for the UN agency serving Palestinian refugees (UNRWA). On Wednesday, the 193-member assembly passed a resolution demanding an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, which was adopted with 158 votes in favour, nine against, … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday conferred the prestigious national honor of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the honor was presented during the Nigeria-India Bilateral Meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. President Tinubu stated that the award symbolizes … Read more
Senior Hamas official Bassem Naim announced on Friday that the group is willing to agree to a ceasefire in Gaza, provided Israel adheres to specific terms. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News Host Pete Hegseth As Defence Secretary Sanwo-Olu Appoints Barr. Rekiya Olufunke Hassan as new Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA Meter Replacement Violations Will Face … Read more
The Lagos Territorial Office of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), along with other stakeholders, has received 148 Nigerian returnees from the Niger Republic. In a statement shared on social media Thursday, NEMA reported that the returnees arrived in Nigeria on Tuesday. The repatriation was facilitated by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) Mission in … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday called for an end to Israeli hostilities in Gaza, condemning the “immeasurable suffering” inflicted on Palestinians by the prolonged conflict. Speaking at the extraordinary Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Tinubu urged for an immediate ceasefire, emphasizing the severe humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. Addressing leaders gathered to discuss … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday called for an end to Israeli hostilities in Gaza, condemning the “immeasurable suffering” inflicted on Palestinians by the prolonged conflict. Speaking at an extraordinary Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Tinubu urged for an immediate halt to violence in the region, underscoring the grave humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. … Read more
The United Nations (UN) has projected that an additional 7 million Nigerians will face hunger by August 2025, as the country grapples with one of its most severe food crises. According to a joint report released by the Nigerian government and the UN. on Friday, approximately 33 million people are expected to experience food insecurity … Read more
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has formed a committee to oversee the distribution of relief funds and supplies for victims of recent severe flooding in the state. In a statement released on Sunday by the Secretary to the State Government, Bukar Tijjani, it was announced that the committee will include representatives from key organizations such … Read more
Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, recently visited Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, to offer substantial assistance to those affected by the recent flooding. Accompanied by his brother, Yinka Tinubu, and a group of friends and associates, Seyi provided over ₦500 million in relief support to the devastated community. The donation aims to … Read more
In response to the devastating flood disaster in Maiduguri, Borno State, numerous prominent individuals have made substantial donations to assist victims and bolster recovery efforts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Borno State government reported receiving over N12 billion in cash and in-kind donations to support those affected by the Alau Dam flood disaster. Abdurrahman … Read more
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, alongside his running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmad, have donated ₦50 million to assist victims of the recent floods in Maiduguri. The donation was made during a visit by the Labour Party leadership and the Obidient Movement to the Borno State capital, where they expressed their … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide urgent assistance to those affected by the severe flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State’s capital. The flood, described as the worst in recent decades, has displaced thousands and disrupted essential facilities, including the Post Office and Maiduguri Teaching Hospital. EDITOR’S PICKS Police … Read more
On Tuesday, 34 bodies recovered after an assault by suspected Boko Haram terrorists in the Mafa community of Yobe State were laid to rest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this attack happened on Sunday, and is considered the most severe in the state since the Boko Haram insurgency began 14 years ago. The Yobe State … Read more
Blinken urges Netanyahu to boost aid to Gaza. Focus on humanitarian assistance amidst ceasefire efforts. International pressure mounts for action in the region. Eko hot blog reports that U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has commenced a series of talks with Israeli leaders, emphasizing the necessity of enhancing humanitarian aid to Gaza while concurrently urging … Read more
Israeli airstrikes in Rafah, Gaza, killed 18, including 14 children. Despite international appeals, Israel continues near-daily raids on Gaza. The conflict, sparked by a Hamas raid, has left over 34,000 Palestinians dead, with ongoing tensions in the West Bank. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Israeli airstrikes in the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that hospitals in the Gaza strips are grappling with humanitarian supplies to cater for casualties of the war. Editor’s Pick Hamas Attack: UK, US, Germany, France, Italy Declare Support For Israel Against Palestine Israeli Military Takes Control Of The Gaza Border Spokesman of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that … Read more
The Taliban said the talks held in Doha, Qatar, “went well,” with Washington freeing up humanitarian aid to Afghanistan… The United States has agreed to provide humanitarian aid to a desperately poor Afghanistan on the brink of an economic disaster, while refusing to give political recognition to the country’s new Taliban rulers, the Taliban disclosed … Read more