Governors from 9 northern states attended a peace summit in the US The trip aimed to find lasting solutions to insecurity challenges Governor Dikko Radda says they now have a better understanding of the issues Eko Hot Blog reports that in a recent development, the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, has stated that he … Read more
IPOB Issues Warning to Soludo Over Alleged Fulani Herdsmen Activities Accuses Governor of Succumbing to Pressure from ‘Fulani Hegemony’ Calls on Residents to Unite Against Insecurity in Anambra Biafra Agitators Accuse Soludo of Yielding to ‘Fulani Hegemony’ Eko Hot Blog reports that the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a cautionary statement to … Read more
Insecurity, dilapidated rural infrastructure cripple agricultural production Boko Haram’s attacks on farmers, poor road networks exacerbate food shortages Calls for state policing, ranching, mechanized farming to bolster food supply Eko Hot Blog reports that, resembling an annual ritual, Boko Haram Islamists beheaded 15 rice farmers harvesting the crop in Borno State last November. In November … Read more
Gov Ododo Writes FG Over Insecurity, Flooding In Kogi. He urges the federal government for increased support. He emphasizes the impact on Abuja and neighboring states if the issues persist. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo, has regretted the issues of insecurity and frequent flooding in certain areas of his state, … Read more
Tinubu Deliberately Appointed Northerners to Key Government Positions Ribadu: Appointments Aimed at Addressing Northern Nigeria’s Poverty, Insecurity, and Education Crisis NSA Urges Northerners to Put Aside Differences, Work for Betterment of Region and Country Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a revealing statement, National Security Adviser Malam Nuhu Ribadu has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army has refuted a viral report that it recruited repented Boko Haram members. The Army made this known in a statement on Sunday by its spokesman, Onyema Nwachuckwu. On Thursday, one Hauwakulu Tabra was reported to have been killed by Adamu Muhammad, a soldier she was in a … Read more
The scourge of banditry has become a grave concern in Nigeria, with attacks occurring relentlessly across various states, towns, and villages. These bandits, often armed and organized, unleash terror and havoc without any regard for human life or property. Their actions have resulted in widespread destruction, leaving communities shattered and families grieving. Editor’s Picks Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen suspected to be Fulani militia have reportedly killed scores of people in a recent attack in Kogi State. The latest attack happened in Agojeju-Odo, a community in the Omala Local Government Council in Kogi East Senatorial District. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Bobrisky In Court For Trial On Naira Abuse, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Delta State Police Command has revealed that efforts are ongoing to ensure that students kidnapped on Monday in Ugheli Delta state were rescued unharmed. This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Tinubu Heads To … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has offered free education to Kuriga school children recently rescued from kidnappers. Recall that the teenagers were abducted from Lea Primary School and Government Secondary School Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, last week. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Bianca Secures Ownership Of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army through the defense Headquarters has declared seven men and a woman wanted for their involvement in the gruesome murder of 17 Nigerian soldiers who were killed in Okuama Delta state while on official duties. Recall that the 17 slain soldiers were buried amid tears in Abuja on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the military has received an order from a Federal High Court in Borno to release at least 313 suspected terrorists. The decision of the court to release the suspects was based on the lack of evidence to incriminate them following the investigation. Editor’s Picks Tinubu Appoints Dangote, Elumelu, Others To … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Major-General Adamu Garba Laka (rtd) as the new National Coordinator of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre. In a statement on Tuesday by the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the centre is under the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Editor’s Picks PHOTOS: NSCDC … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has concluded plans to train some newly recruited personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory as the School Safety Protection Squad to halt cases of abduction of schoolchildren from their schools. The Commander of the National Safe … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu-led government, on Monday, said Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheik Ahmad Gumi, has been invited for questioning over his comments on the activities of bandits in the country. The minister of information and orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this while addressing journalists at the State House, Abuja. Editor’s Picks JUST … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has described the submission of memoranda by state governors for state police as a waste of time. Governor Makinde who stated this in an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, faulted the 16 governors’ submission of a report on the matter to the National … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the abductors of Edo State Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Tony Aziegbemi have reportedly reached out to his family, demanding a ransom of N500 million for his release. Tony Aziegbemi, was kidnapped by gunmen on March 15, around 11 p.m. on Idaro Street, off Country Home Road in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Defence Headquarters has announced that a total of 97 individuals are being sought, including terrorists, insurgents, and other perpetrators of violent crimes across the nation. According to PUNCH, among those wanted is Simon Ekpa, a factional leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police has apprehended a pregnant woman for reportedly faking her own abduction. The suspect identified as Rosemary Ubah conspired with one Walter Ezeala to fake her own abduction and collect a ransom of N2 million from her husband. Editor’s Picks ‘Drowning Wannabe Politrickster’ – NLC … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has vowed that the worrisome rise in insecurity in the South East will end two minutes after his release. Kanu, who has been in the custody of the Department of State Services since his arrest in 2021, made … Read more