A major defection has hit the Labour Party (LP) caucus in the House of Representatives as four members switched allegiance to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the defections, announced on Thursday by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, involve lawmakers from four states: Kaduna, Imo, Edo, and Cross River. The defectors are … Read more
On Saturday, the Defence Headquarters announced a major breakthrough in the fight against terrorism with the capture of Abubakar Bawa Ibrahim, also known as Habu Dogo, a notorious terrorist leader in Northwest Nigeria. Dogo, reportedly linked to numerous attacks, killings, and kidnappings in Sokoto State, was captured by troops in Rumji Village, Illela Local Government … Read more
An Imo State High Court, led by Justice T.N. Nzeukwu, has sentenced Pastor Desmond Eke to eight years in prison for raping the wife of a church member. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Pastor Eke, founder of the Deliverance Ministry of the Good Shepherd in Umuihita Avu, Owerri West LGA, was found guilty of exploiting … Read more
In a tragic event on Saturday evening in Imo State, gunmen reportedly killed Hyginus Ohazurike, the President-General of Umucheke Okwe autonomous community in Onuimo Local Government Area, along with six village leaders from the same community. A local resident stated that the assailants arrived in a vehicle and attacked while the victims were holding a … Read more
Alara of Ilara emerged as the Maiden Financial Secretary of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council at its inauguration. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Alara of Ilara, HRM Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, was among prominent monarchs in southern Nigeria to constitute the first caretaker committee of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC). EDITOR’S … Read more
President Bola Tinubu signed bills establishing development commissions for Nigeria’s South-East and North-West regions to address environmental challenges and infrastructure needs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has signed into law bills establishing development commissions for Nigeria’s South-East and North-West regions. This online media platform reports that the South-East Development Commission bill, sponsored by … Read more
NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and overcast skies across various regions of Nigeria from Tuesday to Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted the possibility of thunderstorms and overcast skies from Tuesday to Thursday throughout the nation. NiMet’s weather forecast, issued on Monday in Abuja, predicts the occurrence of morning thunderstorms in … Read more
NiDCOM Chairman Dabiri-Erewa visited trafficked Nigerian girls rescued in Ghana. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has condemned what she described as modern day slavery (human trafficking). EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation Divided? Fallout After Nigeria’s New Anthem ‘Nigeria We Hail Thee’: Sparks And Spews Of Re-adoption … Read more
Nollywood producer Ikechukwu Nnadi, aka Andy Best, dies in Owerri after a prolonged illness. Best of Nollywood awards convener Seun Oloketuyi confirms his death. Andy Best, CEO of Andy Best Production, known for films like “Lion of Africa,” hailed from Imo EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nollywood producer, Ikechukwu Nnadi, popularly known as Andy Best, is … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the incarcerated leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has requested the Federal High Court to transfer him to Kuje prison. He claimed that the Department of State Services lacks adequate medical facilities for his treatment and suggested that there is a plot for him to perish … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Security personnel from multiple agencies, including the Armed Forces, Department of State Services, Nigeria Police Force, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, have effectively neutralized at least twenty members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in the Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. This collaborative operation, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the anti-graft agency’s head of media and publicity, Dele Oyewale, announced this in a statement on Monday, revealing that the suspects were apprehended by commission agents in Enugu State. “The all-male suspects were arrested on Friday, February 9, 2024, in an intelligence-driven sting operation at various locations within Enugu State,” … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that gunmen have reportedly murdered Victor Onwubiko, a legal practitioner based in Imo state and resident of Uturu in Abia state. The incident reportedly occurred on Saturday night while the lawyer was returning to Abia State University, Uturu, where he resides. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has raised alarm over what it describes as terrorist attacks by the Nigerian military in Uli, Ihiala, Anambra State. The group alleges that the military, under the guise of searching for criminals, has engaged in the burning down of numerous houses in Uli. According to … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has asserted that Imo State is secure and prepared for economic activities. This online media platform reports that Tinubu made this announcement in Owerri during the second-term inauguration event of Governor Hope Uzodimma. EDITOR’S PICKS Uzodimma’s Inauguration: Tinubu Meets Obasanjo In Imo (Photos) Aiyedatiwa Disburses N30 Million To … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu on Monday met with former President Olusegun Obasanjo, for the first time after emerging winner in the 2023 presidential election. This online media platform gathered that the duo met in Owerri during the swearing-in of the Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, for a second term. EDITOR’S PICKS AFCON: … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a 23-year-old lady, identified as Amanda Uchechi Ugo has killed a policeman attached to the Imo State Police Command, Cosmas Ugwu. Ugwu was shot dead on Tuesday by his lover, a native of Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State. According to PUNCH, the incident occurred around 6:30 pm … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested 75-year-old grandma, Mrs. Sekinat Soremekun for allegedly dealing in illicit drugs. The agency made the disclosure in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, on Sunday. He said the arrested was made in Lagos on Friday 15th December. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State, and Governor-elect Usman Ododo of Kogi State, on their victory in the November 11 governorship elections. The president’s congratulatory message was contained in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, on Monday. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that some suspected vote buyers have been arrested in Imo State by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). This online media platform reports that the latest development makes the second arrest by the ICPC as its operatives monitor the off-cycle governorship election in the state. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more