Former Manchester United defender Phil Jones has officially announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 32 and expressed his ambitions to pursue a career in coaching. Jones, who last played for Manchester United in a 3-0 win over Brentford 12 months ago, has struggled with fitness issues since the 2022-2023 season, leading … Read more
Police Officer Fatally Shot by Vigilante Group Ambush Occurred During Routine Patrol in Gassol Authorities Condemn “Heinous and Unprovoked Criminal Act” Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a tragic turn of events, the Taraba State Police Command has confirmed the death of a police officer at the hands of a local vigilante group. Editor’s Pick … Read more
Victor Boniface has returned to full training after recovering from injury. He’s eager to contribute to the team’s Bundesliga campaign and expressed his excitement to be back on the field. He aims to continue their unbeaten streak and push for the title with a 10-point lead over Bayern Munich. Eko Hot Blog reports that Bayer … Read more
Four England footballers, including Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka, trained separately from the team, ahead of the friendly match against Brazil. Kane’s recent injury concern, sustained during a match with Bayern Munich, after he was seen holding his left ankle following a collision with the post. Despite this, England remains optimistic and continues preparations for … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Super Eagles striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, has once again been ruled out of international duties for Nigeria after Nottingham Forest manager, Nuno Espirito Santo, confirmed that he picked up an injury days before the club’s English Premier League fixture against Luton Town. Editor’s Pick Tinubu Speaks On Killing Of Military Officers … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Napoli have disclosed that Victor Osimhen trained individually on Friday due to a muscle injury sustained in Tuesday’s Champions League match against Barcelona, indicating he is likely to sit out of their next game against Inter Milan. Editor’s Pick Insecurity: Sack Non-Performing Security Chiefs – APC Leaders Tells Tinubu Budget … Read more
A gas explosion occurred in Lagos State, injuring four individuals The injured victims have received treatment for second-degree burns at Lagos University Teaching Hospital. Emergency response teams successfully extinguished the fire, and a post-incident assessment was conducted to ensure safety measures were in place. EKO HOT BLOG reports that an early morning gas explosion on … Read more
Shiite protesters demanding the release of their leader, Sheikh Ibraheem El-Zakzaky, were dispersed with teargas by the police and army in Abuja. The protest was terminated at Eagle Square near the Federal Secretariat after armed security operatives arrived and opened fire. The Shiite leader had earlier requested the recovery of his passport, but his plea … Read more