UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to visit Dublin on Saturday, marking the first time a British PM has stepped foot in the Republic of Ireland in five years. This significant trip aims to reset relations between the two nations and strengthen ties with the European Union. Since his Labour Party’s victory in July, … Read more
Trinity College Dublin protests Israeli actions in Gaza, leading to campus restrictions and closure of Book of Kells exhibit. Students demand university cut ties with Israeli institutions and divest from Israel-linked companies. Conflict escalates as Gaza casualties rise; Ireland pledges support for Palestinian rights. EKO HOT BLOG reports that protesters at Trinity College Dublin have … Read more
Obi: Nigerian exodus could be a boon if conducive environment for return is created. Obi cites China, India, Ireland as examples of diaspora benefiting their countries. Despite rejected motion, Obi committed to building attractive Nigeria for professionals. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said that the rising exodus … Read more
The police have received 26 complaints so far Authorities have promised to keep the public informed as the investigation progresses Victims have been encouraged to come forward Eko Hot Blog reports that A criminal investigation into allegations of sexual abuse within the Irish Defence Forces has been announced by the Garda (police) commissioner. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The tech firm employs 5,500 people in Ireland. The headquarters of Google for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa is in Ireland. 85 jobs will be cut in sales, 80 in technology and engineering, and the remaining 75 in support functions. Eko Hot Blog reports that Google is set to cut 240 jobs in the … Read more
Cornelius Price was being treated for brain disease limbic encephalitis in South Wales It’s believed he was behind at least four murders Price led one of two feuding gangs in Drogheda Eko Hot Blog reports that Detectives hope the death of an Irish gangster in a Welsh hospital may lead to people coming forward with … Read more
Fifteen passengers have been safely removed from a bus that caught fire in County Donegal. Eko Hot Blog reports that no-one was injured in the incident that happened outside Letterkenny at about 21:00 local time on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS US: House Of Reps Bans TikTok From Official Devices Supreme Court Sets Date To Pass Judgement … Read more
A man is still being questioned after the death of 28-year-old Bruna Fonseca who was found dead in an apartment in Cork city centre on Sunday morning. Eko Hot Blog reports that the emergency services were called to an apartment on Liberty Street in the city at about 06:30 local time, where they found Ms … Read more
A helicopter has crashed in a field in Brannockstown, in the Kilcullen area of County Kildare in the Republic of Ireland. Eko Hot Blog reports that emergency services, including gardaí (Irish police), rushed to the scene on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS New Orleans: Man Kills Female Uber Driver Atlanta: Nurses Under Fire Over TikTok Video Mocking … Read more
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have been drawn to play Australia, Canada, and Ireland in the 2023 Women’s W’Cup. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria will face Australia, Ireland, and Canada in the group phase of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. This followed the draw ceremony held in Auckland/Tâmaki Makaurau on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
UFC Star Conor McGregor has reportedly been arrested and charged for alleged traffic violations in Dublin, Ireland. McGregor, 33, is the biggest moneymaking star in UFC history. The Notorious was the first UFC fighter to ever hold two titles in two different weight divisions simultaneously, capturing both the featherweight and lightweight belts. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The Republic of Ireland has agreed to return about N2,514,651,800 (€5.5 million) stolen by the Nigerian former head of state, General Sani Abacha to Nigeria. The Ireland Criminal Assets Bureau was said to have frozen the money in 2014 where it was kept in an Ireland bank account. The agreement was made during the signing … Read more