Aloy Ejimakor, Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, claims criminals are trying to prevent Kanu’s release by influencing the presidency and courts. Ejimakor states that insecurity in the Southeast spikes before Kanu’s court dates, suggesting it is orchestrated by these elements to blackmail IPOB and Kanu. He describes Kanu’s detention as extra-constitutional, according to a Supreme … Read more
Troops raided an IPOB hideout in Arochukwu LGA, Abia State, encountering IEDs and recovering locally fabricated weapons. The operation resulted in the dispersal of terrorists, with one soldier sustaining minor injuries. In Zamfara, troops foiled a kidnap attempt, killing two terrorists and rescuing four passengers while recovering weapons and a vehicle. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
IPOB rejects a legislative proposal to create a new state in Nigeria’s South-East region. The bill, sponsored by Representative Ikenga Ugochinyere, aims to establish Orlu State, increasing the total number of states from 36 to 37. IPOB’s spokesman, Emma Powerful, stated that the Igbo people prefer a referendum for independence over the creation of … Read more
Tinubu Vows Tough Action Against IPOB For Soldiers’ Killings In Aba Orders security forces to bring perpetrators to justice and crush violent non-state actors. Declares those calling for sit-at-home orders as committing treasonable offences EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, has declared that the security forces would leave no stone unturned … Read more
IPOB denies involvement in the killing of five soldiers in Aba during their sit-at-home order. The incident occurred at Obikabia Junction Checkpoint in Obingwa Local Government Area. IPOB claims politicians trying to create unrest are responsible for the soldiers’ deaths. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has denied involvement in the … Read more
IPOB Attacks In Abia: Identities Of Murdered Soldiers Disclosed. During the sit-at-home on Thursday, IPOB terrorists set vehicles and tricycles ablaze. The military confirmed the death of at least five troops at Obikabia Junction Checkpoint and vowed retaliation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the identities of the soldiers gruesomely murdered in Abia State by members of … Read more
Ohaneze Delegation Visits Nnamdi Kanu to Discuss Biafra Heroes Day Sit-at-Home Order The delegation is led by Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, arriving at the DSS Complex at 1:05 p.m. The meeting is expected to discuss the ongoing sit-at-home order in commemoration of Biafra Heroes Day. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the leadership of Ohaneze Ndigbo is currently … Read more
Ahead of Biafra Heroes Day, Anambra’s Commissioner of Police deployed officers to schools. Enugu State government rejects IPOB’s sit-at-home order, ensuring security readiness. IPOB advises WAEC and Nnamdi Azikiwe University to reschedule exams and convocation, respectively. EKO HOT BLOG reports that before today’s Biafra Heroes Day, as declared by the separatist group, Indigenous People of Biafra, … Read more
Nnamdi Kanu’s legal team, led by Aloy Ejimakor, is fully prepared for his trial at the Abuja Federal High Court. The Supreme Court previously ruled that crimes like extraordinary rendition and kidnapping by the government endanger the rule of law. The trial follows the Supreme Court’s reversal of an Appeal Court decision to discharge Kanu … Read more
IPOB announces region-wide sit-at-home on May 30 in Southeast. Emma Powerful instructs all sectors to suspend activities. Sit-at-home day declared by IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu for Biafrans, freedom advocates, and residents in Biafra Land. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced a region-wide sit-at-home on May 30 in the Southeast … 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
Judge Threatens Indefinite Adjournment Of Kanu’s Trial Over Delay From Legal Team. Kanu’s lawyer presents conditions for cooperation, sparking controversy. Nyako schedules ruling on requests for May 20, emphasizes trial must proceed promptly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a warning of potential indefinite adjournment … Read more
Nnamdi Kanu’s family raises alarm over his critical health condition in DSS custody. Urgent plea to President Bola Tinubu to ensure Kanu receives necessary medical attention. Kanu’s bail application denied despite deteriorating health; family calls for intervention to prevent a potential health crisis. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the family of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that two police officers met a tragic fate as they came under attack by unknown gunmen, resulting in their untimely deaths According to the Nation, the incident, which took place in the early hours of Saturday, occurred when the personnel of MOPOL 18, Owerri were ambushed while on patrol duty. Editor’s … 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 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
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 the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has again been denied bail. Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja denied bail to the IPOB leader during the resumed hearing on Tuesday. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Army Rescues 16 Kidnapped Victims In Kaduna … Read more
– Federal High Court in Abuja schedules April 18 for hearing Nnamdi Kanu’s N1bn Suit – Kanu’s counsel seeks to respond to DSS’s counter affidavit. – Government requests adjournment; DSS says they’ve filed their counter affidavit. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled April 18 for the hearing of a … 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