Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army’s forces stationed in 1 Division in Kaduna State have effectively liberated 16 individuals who were kidnapped by violent extremists and terrorists in Kaduna State. The citizens were abducted recently from Tantatu, a community in the Kajuru Local Government Area of the state. Editor’s Picks Terrorists Release Seven … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been urged to sack all non-performing security chiefs in his cabinet. This online media platform understands that this call was made by the Forum of All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairmen, following the high rate of kidnapping and general insecurity in Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Bandits Attack … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that In a bid to confront the rising wave of insecurity, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, recently hosted a high-stakes powwow, bringing together 19 northern governors and service chiefs for a crucial closed-door session. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that retired soldiers from the Nigerian War Veterans Association in Ogun State have voiced their concerns over the recent surge in killings and kidnappings across the country. This online media platform reports that in an open letter addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the veterans highlighted the urgent need for action given … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the abductors of over 287 schoolchildren in Kuriga village of Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State are reportedly demanding N1 billion from the victims’ families as ransom. Recall that gunmen invaded the school last Thursday morning shortly after the Assembly session and abducted the pupils and some staff members … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, asserted on Wednesday that the administration has been able to stem the wave of insecurity. Making this assertion while appearing before the Nigerian Senate, Wike bemoaned that the challenge is that some of the kidnap cases were stage-managed by individuals working as aides to the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Senate, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and the Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igwe, entered into a closed-door meeting on Wednesday over growing insecurity in the nation’s capital city, Abuja. The Senate convened during the Wednesday plenary and decided around 12:20 pm to postpone the first … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Bandits who abducted 16 residents from the Gonin Gora region of Kaduna State have demanded 40 trillion naira as ransom for their victims. Apart from the huge monetary demand, the bandits also asked for 11 Hilux vans and 150 motorcycles in exchange for the 16 persons they are holding captive. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that according to a recent survey, cement prices in some northern states have seen a decline. As reported by Legit, major cement manufacturers like Dangote, Lafarge, and BUA are selling the product at nearly identical prices. Despite efforts by the Nigerian government to alleviate the rising costs of construction materials, cement remains … Read more
Nigeria faces a multitude of crises, a suffocating blend of economic hardship and escalating insecurity. This dangerous mix is evident in the recent kidnapping of over 280 pupils and teachers from schools in Kaduna state. While the safe return of these victims remains the most pressing concern, this horrific event compels us to analyze the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kaduna State Government has refuted a media report that it hired a private negotiator to secure the release of 287 primary school pupils abducted by bandits. The Incident happened in the Kuriga Community of Chikun Council Local Government Area of the state. The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Uba … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that communities in Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State were invaded by gunmen suspected to be bandits on Thursday, resulting in the loss of 16 lives. This online media platform reports that this development occurred just within the past 24 hours following attacks by rival militia groups on the Gbagir … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has reacted to the bandits attack on a school in the state, which resulted in the kidnap of 287 students. The Governor vowed that all efforts would be put in place to ensure the students return home safely. recalls a total of 287 students … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Senate, on Wednesday, resolved that the leadership of the National Assembly will meet with President Bola Tinubu over the worsening insecurity in the country. This follows a motion of urgent importance raised by Senator Emmanuel Udende on the killing of over 50 people in fresh attacks in no less … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has successfully apprehended Samaila Wakili Fafa, also known as Habu Ibrahim, a notorious kidnapper. This arrest comes in the wake of a N20 million bounty placed by FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on two high-profile kidnappers terrorizing the Abuja area. The FCT Police Public … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, at the National Assembly, Ireti Kingibe, has slammed the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, for his ‘I don’t care attitude.’ According to Ireti, Wike doesn’t care if people live in the nation’s capital. The senator spoke on Sunday in Abuja at an … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that two warring bandit gangs are said to have engaged in a gun battle near Hayin Alhaji and the Munhanye woodland in Tsafe local government area of Zamfara State, resulting in numerous casualties. Ibrahim Muhammad, a native of the region, told reporters on Sunday that the war for domination between factions … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE Well, much as causation has been attributed to poverty, religious and ethnic extremism and others, it’s time the Federal Government revisited its security architecture and remodelled countermeasure strategies to yield fruitful results. The faithful choice of a good businessman is to recoil his strategies if output isn’t justified by investments and governments … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Borno State Government has announced a one-day statewide fast scheduled for Monday, February 19. This initiative aims to seek divine intervention regarding the escalating costs of food items and the increasing occurrences of landmine explosions along major roads in the state. Governor Babagana Zulum made this announcement during a statewide … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Kano State governor, Ibrahim Shekarau has bemoaned the lack of up to a million police officers in Nigeria, a country with a population of over 200 million, and has proposed hiring 50,000 additional officers annually. In response to the growing level of insecurity in the nation, Shekarau, as a guest … Read more