287 schoolchildren abducted from Kuriga, Chikun LGA, Kaduna State, now freed. Governor Uba Sani thanks President Tinubu for support; commends Nigerian Army. Abductors demanded N1bn ransom; deadline set for March 27. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kaduna State Government, under the leadership of Governor Senator Uba Sani, has confirmed the liberation of 287 schoolchildren abducted … Read more
Governor Uba Sani visits President Tinubu to discuss Kaduna State’s security. Accompanied by Gen. Christopher Musa, they strategize on addressing school abductions. Meeting aims to combat criminal elements in Kaduna communities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State on Friday, paid a visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his office in … Read more
Minister of Defence assures imminent rescue of abducted Kaduna Students. Strong condemnation of the killing of Nigerian Army officers in Delta State; perpetrators will face decisive action. Minister commends troops’ efforts in battling insecurity, pledges full support from President Tinubu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Defence, Alhaji Muhammed Abubakar, on Thursday, assured that … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has refuted rumours of his planned defection of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Recall that the former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) made an unexpected appearance at the SDP National Secretariat in Abuja on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army’s forces stationed in 1 Division in Kaduna State have effectively liberated 16 individuals who were kidnapped by violent extremists and terrorists in Kaduna State. The citizens were abducted recently from Tantatu, a community in the Kajuru Local Government Area of the state. Editor’s Picks Terrorists Release Seven … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that in the early hours of Saturday, terrorists launched a new assault on the Dogon-noma community in the Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. This attack occurred just three days after the tragic events where one person was killed, and eight women were abducted in the Banono Angwaku community within the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that according to a recent survey, cement prices in some northern states have seen a decline. As reported by Legit, major cement manufacturers like Dangote, Lafarge, and BUA are selling the product at nearly identical prices. Despite efforts by the Nigerian government to alleviate the rising costs of construction materials, cement remains … Read more
Nigeria faces a multitude of crises, a suffocating blend of economic hardship and escalating insecurity. This dangerous mix is evident in the recent kidnapping of over 280 pupils and teachers from schools in Kaduna state. While the safe return of these victims remains the most pressing concern, this horrific event compels us to analyze the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday, arrived in Kaduna State to assess the situation following the abduction of 280 school children and teachers from the joint Government Secondary and LEA Primary School in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area. Upon arrival, Shettima was welcomed by Governor Uba Sani, Minister of Environment Malam … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has condemned the kidnap of female Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Borno and students in Kaduna State. This online media platform gathered that bandits, on Thursday, attacked the Government Secondary School and LEA primary school in Kuriga, Kaduna State, whisking away no fewer than 280 students, pupils and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has reacted to the bandits attack on a school in the state, which resulted in the kidnap of 287 students. The Governor vowed that all efforts would be put in place to ensure the students return home safely. recalls a total of 287 students … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that three infamous bandits were eliminated by Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command Special Intervention Squad members in a woodland in the Bwari neighbourhood of Abuja. This online media platform gathered that the robbers were slain early on Friday, January 26, at around two in the morning, in a woodland that connected … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an Islamic group, Shi’ites, on Monday, joined Christians at a Christmas Service at St Joseph Catholic Church, Samaru, Zaria, Kaduna State. Members of the group described it as a move to strengthen religious harmony and unity between religious groups. Leader of the Shi’ite group, Isah-Hassan Mshelgaru, said the group acknowledged … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Villagers of Tudun Biri in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State have sued the Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government, demanding N33 billion compensation over the recent army airstrikes that killed over 100 persons at the village. It would be recalled that many civilians were mistakenly killed and several … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, has assured that the Nigerian military will take steps to prevent incidents of accidental bombings from recurring. This statement follows a series of mishaps, including the recent drone strike in Tudun Biri village, Kaduna State, which resulted in over 100 civilian deaths. EDITOR’S … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) presidential candidate for the 2023 elections, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has conveyed his deep sorrow following the Nigerian Army’s bombing in Tundun Biri, Kaduna State, which resulted in numerous deaths during a Maulud celebration. Kwankwaso, a former governor of Kano State, criticized the airstrikes as a … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has distanced itself from reports alleging that it dropped a bomb on villagers celebrating Maulud at Tudun Biri, a community within the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. There had been reports that about thirty people lost their lives in the incident that happened … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos Division of the Appeal Court in a divided ruling on Friday, upheld Prince Dapo Abiodun’s reelection as the legitimate governor of Ogun State on March 18, 2023. In the ruling read by Justice Joseph Shagbaor Ikyegh, it was detailed that the majority ruling struck out the appeal that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and National Chairman of Tinubu Support Network (TSN), Engr. Kailani Muhammad has said he is in support of the rejection of the immediate past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, as a Minister in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. According to Muhammad, El-Rufai … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nine ward Chairmen and about 700 others have resigned their membership of the New Nigerian People’s Party, (NNPP) to join the Labour Party (LP) in Kaduna state. The defectors were received and welcome into the party by the Member representing Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency in the state, Hon. Ekene Abubakar Adams … Read more