A court in Italy has sentenced 23-year-old Filippo Turetta to life in prison for the brutal murder of his former girlfriend, Giulia Cecchettin, in a case that has drawn attention to the ongoing issue of violence against women in the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Turetta, who admitted to killing Cecchettin, 22, in November 2023—just … Read more
The Serie A match between Fiorentina and Inter Milan was halted on Sunday after Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove collapsed on the pitch, as confirmed by Serie A to AFP. Bove, 22, fell suddenly with 16 minutes played, and players, as well as fans, watched in shock as he was quickly transported to Careggi hospital in … Read more
Italy and France secured their spots in the Nations League quarter-finals with one game to spare. Italy triumphed 1-0 over Belgium, with Sandro Tonali scoring his first international goal. The Newcastle midfielder found the back of the net from six yards after a pass from Giovanni di Lorenzo in Brussels. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
France manager Didier Deschamps has clarified that his decision to omit captain Kylian Mbappe from this month’s Nations League double-header is a “one-off” measure. The 25-year-old Real Madrid forward was not included in the squad for the upcoming matches against Israel and Italy. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry For Joshua’ After Knockout Loss To Dubois … Read more
Samuel Chukwueze has returned to Italy for treatment after suffering a hamstring injury during Nigeria’s third qualifying match against Libya for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Chukwueze came on as a substitute for Frank Onyeka in the 61st minute of the match. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia … Read more
A German grandmother and her five-month-old grandson are missing after a flash flood swept through their holiday home near Pisa, Tuscany. The tragedy occurred when the nearby River Sterza overflowed its banks, flooding the residence where the family was staying. The family, vacationing in Italy, called emergency services on Monday evening as floodwaters began to … Read more
Italian football legend Salvatore “Toto” Schillaci, the top scorer of the 1990 World Cup, has passed away at the age of 59. Schillaci made history by netting six goals to claim the Golden Boot at the 1990 World Cup, held in Italy. Despite Italy’s semi-final exit, he was also awarded the Golden Ball as the … Read more
Italy staged an impressive comeback after conceding within the first 13 seconds to secure a 3-1 victory over France in their UEFA Nations League clash in Paris on Friday. Meanwhile, Belgium defeated Israel, and Wales played to a draw against Turkey. Bradley Barcola made history by scoring the fastest goal ever by a France player … Read more
The body of British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch has been recovered from the sunken Bayesian superyacht, Italian interior ministry official Massimo Mariani told Reuters on Thursday. Mariani also stated that Lynch’s 18-year-old daughter, Hannah, is still missing, and divers are continuing their search in the area where the vessel went down. EKO HOT BLOG gathered … Read more
Have you ever been to Italy? Whether real or virtual, a visit to Italy will hypnotise you. Italy is the canvas painted by the gods of art, architecture, culture, literature, opera, fashion, food and history, spreading through the Pope-led Vatican City, whose independent government inside another city, Rome, is called the Holy See, (The god’s … Read more
Jose Mourinho has identified Portugal, France, and England as the top contenders for UEFA Euro 2024. Mourinho believes these powerhouse teams have the quality to win the tournament. England faces stiff competition from France and Portugal in their quest for victory. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho has … Read more
Pope Francis makes first trip outside Rome in seven months, visiting Venice. Pontiff emphasizes support for marginalized during visit to women’s prison art exhibition. Francis urges young Venetians to prioritize helping others over self-absorption, highlights city’s challenges during Mass. EKO HOT BLOG reports that, Pope Francis embarked on his first trip outside of Rome … Read more
APC Diaspora Chairman in Italy, called for resolution of the party crisis in Enugu. He highlighted the importance of peace and collaboration among members and endorsed key leaders. Additionally, he appealed to influential figures like Minister Uche Nnaji and Governor Hope Uzodinma to intervene. The All Progressives Congress, APC, Diaspora Chairman, Italy Chapter, Prince Chima … Read more
Chelsea is considering selling Romelu Lukaku to a Saudi Arabian club for £34 million, in the summer. AS Roma expressed interest but hesitated due to Chelsea’s £40 million asking price. Al Hilal has made a substantial offer for Lukaku, but the striker has yet to decide on his future. Eko Hot Blog reports that according … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Honorable Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has conveyed her satisfaction with the dispensation of justice in the case of Filippo Ferlazzo, an Italian national responsible for the tragic loss of a Nigerian life in Italy. She acknowledges the irreplaceable nature of the life that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Italy has called on the Economic Community of West African States to prolong the timeframe for the reinstallation of the deposed president of Niger. This online media platform gathered that this counsel was offered on Monday, by Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani in an interview. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu … Read more
Heavy flooding and mudslides in Italy’s northern Emilia Romagna region have caused at least eight deaths and compelled over 13,000 residents to evacuate. The region is undergoing a red alert for life-threatening weather events due to prolonged drought. Over 600 firefighters have been deployed to help with evacuations following the Po River bursting its banks. … Read more
The right-wing government gave this instruction Families, activists and political opponents are to protest against the ban in Milan on Saturday Italy legalised same-sex civil unions in 2016 under a centre-left government Eko Hot Blog reports that In 2018, Maria Silvia Fiengo and Francesca Pardi were among Italy’s first same-sex couples to be registered as … Read more
Measures are to be put in place to improve legal routes for foreign workers The proposals came during a cabinet meeting near the site where 72 migrants died in a shipwreck last month The government has faced criticism over the disaster in February Eko Hot Blog reports that Italy’s prime minster has outlined plans which … Read more
A Nigerian female fugitive on the ‘most wanted’ list has been extradited to Italy. Since 2010, Joy has been listed as one of the 100 most dangerous fugitives. Reports have it that Joy utilized violence and threats to exert control over her victims. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a 48-year-old Nigerian woman, Jeff Joy, who … Read more