Eko Hot Blog reports that in a move marking the anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the United States is set to unleash sanctions on more than 500 entities, as revealed by Deputy U.S. Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo in an exclusive interview with Reuters. Editor’s pick: MSF slams US on Gaza at UN, says children … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Army has redeployed the 23 Armour Brigade, Yola Commander, Brigadier General Mohammed Gambo, over the midnight invasion of the Adamawa State Police Command Headquarters. Recall that in November, some policemen were killed in an attack launched by troops of the Nigerian Army on the Adamawa State Police headquarters … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Algeria has rejected the plans of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to carry out a military intervention in the Niger Republic to restore democratic rule. Recall that ECOWAS defence chiefs had agreed upon a tentative date for potential military intervention in Niger should diplomatic negotiations fail. EDITOR’S … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Burkina Faso and Mali have deployed war planes in Niger Republic following the threat of the Economic Community of West Africa (ECOWAS) troops that they were waiting for order to strike. The regional bloc had given Niger junta a week ultimatum to reinstate President Mohamed Bazoum or face possible sanctions, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that West African defence leaders, under the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), have agreed upon a tentative date for potential military intervention in Niger, should diplomatic negotiations fail. However, the specific date remains undisclosed. EDITOR’S PICKS You Are Not Competent To Criticise Tinubu’s Reforms’ – APC Slams Bakare … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, said yesterday in Accra, Ghana, that it will not hesitate to invade Niger Republic, if all efforts to reverse the coup in the country fail. This came as the German government said it is in support of sanctions imposed on the military … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that An international group, Egalitarian Mission for Africa (EMA), has dragged President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria before the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Court of Justice, seeking an order of the court to stop the planned military action against the Republic of Niger. The group in the suit … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has averred that President Bola Tinubu made a mistake with the public announcement of military intervention in the Niger Republic. This online media platform recalls that on July 25, 2023, General Abdourahamane Tchiani-led Presidential Guard had detained and taken over power from Bazoum. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Ukrainian forces have entered the key city of Kherson after Russian troops’ total withdrawal. Eko Hot Blog reports that Ukrainian forces swept into the key city of Kherson on Friday after Russian troops retreated. EDITOR’S PICKS Stunning Downfall: Crypto Giant FTX Files For Bankruptcy Buhari Cries Out For Help: Direct More Money To Helping Africa … Read more
Russia is said to have more than 100,000 troops near Ukraine’s borders… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia has assembled about 70% of the military capability needed for a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in the coming weeks, US officials say. The ground is expected to freeze and harden from mid-February, enabling Moscow to bring in … Read more
Osun Govt has taken a new action against the foreign herders. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Osun State Government has said it has put in place a formidable surveillance team to prevent invasion of foreign herders searching for pastures during the dry season in the state. The chairman of the state committee on peaceful … Read more
The Senate has given a fresh order to Inspector General Of Police over invasion of Justice Odili’s house. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate on Tuesday ordered the Inspector General of Police Ahmed Baba Alkali to publish the report of the investigation into the invasion of the Justice Mary Odili’s house. It was gathered … Read more
Soldiers have reportedly invaded the Enugu community and set houses ablaze. EKOHOTBLOG reports that heavy gunshots rented the atmosphere in Isi-Nwgu Mgbowo in the Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State, on Monday, as soldiers were said to have invaded the community. It was gathered that the community was invaded by the security men around … Read more