Fifty-four journalists were killed worldwide in 2024, with a third of the deaths attributed to the Israeli army, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reports. Eighteen journalists were killed by Israeli forces, including 16 in Gaza and two in Lebanon. RSF reports that Palestine is one the deadliest countries for reporters, with over 145 killed by the … Read more
Three media workers were killed, and three others injured in an Israeli airstrike targeting a residence housing journalists in southern Lebanon, the Lebanese Health Ministry announced on Friday. Pro-Iranian outlet Al Mayadeen TV reported that the casualties included a cameraman and a technician associated with the broadcaster. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of … Read more
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), an independent non-profit organization advocating for press freedom globally, has condemned the ongoing detention of four journalists facing cybercrime allegations in Nigeria. On September 20, police in Lagos arrested Olurotimi Olawale, editor of the National Monitor newspaper, and Precious Chukwunonso, publisher of a private news platform. Five days later, … Read more
The House of Representatives has prohibited journalists from covering its investigative hearing regarding the ₦15 million corruption allegations involving crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky. This decision also involves the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Correctional Services (NCS). The decision was communicated to the House press corps by the Joint … Read more
The FCT Police claim professional conduct and deny using lethal force on peaceful protesters, but reports from journalists and Amnesty International suggest otherwise. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has asserted that its personnel acted professionally in managing peaceful hunger protesters in Abuja on Saturday. This statement comes from the … Read more
Abuja Police Commissioner Ben Igweh mandates journalists to wear media jackets and carry ID during protests; DSS arrests #EndBadGovernance protest leader Micheal Lenin. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Commissioner of Police in Abuja, Ben Igweh, has requested that journalists intending to cover the ongoing nationwide protests dress in their media organizations’ jackets and carry valid … Read more
The FCT police command has advised journalists covering the ongoing nationwide protests against economic hardship to wear their media organization’s attire to avoid being mistaken for protesters. EKO HOT BLOG reports that some Nigerians organised a 10-day nationwide protest against what they termed as #EndBadGovernance and took to the streets on Thursday to express their … Read more
Anti-protesters attacked journalists Matthew Ochei, Monday Osayande, and Pointer reporter Lucy during the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests in Delta State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that General Overseer and President of El-buba Outreach Ministries International (EBOMI), Dr. Isa El-buba, led the August 1st hunger protest in Jos, the Plateau state capital, on Thursday. El-buba, who is also the national … Read more
Tunisian President Kais Saied defends recent arrests of journalists, commentators, and lawyers, despite international backlash. Hundreds protest in Tunis, decrying arrests and crackdown on dissent, chanting “Freedom!” and “The police state belongs in the past!” Arrests occur under Decree 54, which punishes “spreading false information” with up to five years in prison, sparking concerns over … Read more
On May 29, 1999, Nigeria heralded a new dawn of democracy and waved goodbye to military rule—or so we thought. The abduction—it was an abduction, period—of Daniel Ojukwu, the reporter with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), is a painful return to the cruel and classless military rule tactics of cracking down on dissent and … Read more
Demands release of Daniel Ojukwu of Foundation for Investigative Journalism Criticizes arrests of journalists as irresponsible and breach of free press Cites cases of Segun Olatunji and Chinonso Uba’s arrests Eko Hot Blog reports that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has spoken out against the arrest of journalist Daniel Ojukwu, demanding his immediate release. Additionally, … Read more
Journalists warned against taking souvenirs from Air Force One White House Correspondents’ Association emphasizes prohibition of pilfering The incident highlights ongoing issue of souvenir collection on presidential plane Eko hot blog reports that Journalists traveling with US President Joe Biden Air Force have been cautioned against taking souvenirs from Air Force One, following the discovery … Read more
The Kwara Polytechnic held its 29th convocation ceremony in November 2023. The ceremony featured the commissioning of some projects on the polytechnic’s campus. However, a Kwara-based online publication found some of the projects to be uncompleted, drawing the ire of the institution’s management. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kwara State Police Command has detained … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has confiscated alcoholic drinks worth N2 million in parts of the state. The Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), popularly known as KAI, made the seizures during the week as “part of efforts to rid garages, parks, roadsides in Lagos from illegal liquor sales and consumption by … Read more
The World Press Freedom Day is celebrated on May 3 of every year. The day celebrates the critical role a free press plays in helping society function effectively. Sanwo-Olu used the occasion to send a message to Nigerian journalists. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated all journalists on … Read more
One presenter was injured when he opened the envelope in the middle of the newsroom According to him, the explosive device looked like a USB drive Authorities have launched a terrorism investigation Eko Hot Blog reports that Journalists across Ecuador have been targeted by explosive devices sent through the post. EDITOR’S PICKS Weekly Gist With … Read more
INEC REC has protested CBN’s denial of access to party chairmen and journalists to monitor sensitive material distribution. The CBN’s decision was based on a directive from its headquarters in Abuja. The decision went against the prior agreement made during security meetings and was criticized by the INEC REC. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has urged politicians and public office holders not to gag the media, saying press freedom was important in a democracy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has admonished politicians and public office holders against gaging the media, saying press freedom was important in a democracy. He made … Read more
APC Convention turns bloody as thugs, hoodlums take over the venue. There was chaos in Eagle Square on Saturday as hoodlums took advantage of the large gathering to pickpockets, mobile phones and money were stolen from delegates and journalists. EKO HOT BLOG reports that armed policemen fired teargas canisters at the crowd including accredited delegates … Read more
A Federal High Court in Lagos has consented to a petition seeking to force the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), to implement the Anti-Torture Act. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Justice Tijjani Garba Ringim endorsed the Media Rights Agenda (MRA) request following a motion by its lawyer, Bankeye … Read more