Rev. John Joseph Hayab, former Kaduna State CAN chairman, praised the government for securing the release of Kuriga students and teachers. He emphasized the importance of synergy between government, security agencies, and the public to tackle insecurity effectively. Hayab urged for a similar coordinated effort to rescue the 87 individuals abducted in other parts of … Read more
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported a 0.86% increase in the average retail price of kerosene from January to February 202. Kaduna had the highest average price per litre of kerosene in February, while Bayelsa had the lowest. Analysis by zone showed that the North-East recorded the highest average price per gallon of kerosene … Read more
Kaduna has been under incessant bandits and terrorists attack in recent time Kajuru Local Government area of the state is the worst hit in the latest cases of attacks The seven kidnapped victims were abducted on Saturday. Eko Hot Blog reports that Terrorists have released seven out of over 14 people kidnapped in the Dogon … Read more
Kaduna has been a hotbed for bandits for many years. Recently, bandits abducted more than 200 schoolchildren who are yet to regain their freedom. There’s been a fresh mass kidnap in Kaduna, worsening the kidnapping crisis in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen have reportedly attacked the Kajuru station community in Kajuru Local … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the eight lawmakers suspended by the Zamfara State House of Assembly stated on Sunday that they were forced to leave the state by political thugs after revealing the escalating insecurity in the region. Editor’s Pick Tinubu Speaks On Killing Of Military Officers In Delta, Reveals Next Plan Nigeria Needs A … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the abductors of over 287 schoolchildren in Kuriga village of Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State are reportedly demanding N1 billion from the victims’ families as ransom. Recall that gunmen invaded the school last Thursday morning shortly after the Assembly session and abducted the pupils and some staff members … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the abductors have issued a chilling threat, indicating that the over 286 students and staff members of the Joint Government Secondary and LEA Primary School in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, who were kidnapped a few days ago, may face fatal consequences within twenty days. This online media … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that In a bid to address the alarming rate of abductions by bandits, Kaduna-based cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has urged the government to embrace dialogue rather than following the path of previous administrations. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of Block In Nigeria … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Kaduna-based Muslim cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, on Tuesday, sought government’s permission to approach and have talks with bandits who abducted about 287 schoolchildren from Kuriga Government Secondary and LEA Primary Schools in the Chikun Local Government Area of the state. The Islamic cleric insisted that dialogue was the way to go, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Bandits who abducted 16 residents from the Gonin Gora region of Kaduna State have demanded 40 trillion naira as ransom for their victims. Apart from the huge monetary demand, the bandits also asked for 11 Hilux vans and 150 motorcycles in exchange for the 16 persons they are holding captive. … Read more
This comprehensive report, delves into the intricate web of abductions currently plaguing Nigeria, especially in the North, shedding light on the multifaceted factors contributing to this concerning phenomenon. It was in Borno’s Chibok town a decade ago that school kidnappings in Nigeria burst into the headlines with the 2014 abduction of more than 200 schoolgirls … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Kashim Shettima convened a meeting with representatives of the abducted students’ (Kaduna Pupils) families and leaders from the Kuriga community in Kaduna State. The meeting follows the tragic abduction of over 280 students from the LEA Primary School and Government Secondary School in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kaduna State Government has refuted a media report that it hired a private negotiator to secure the release of 287 primary school pupils abducted by bandits. The Incident happened in the Kuriga Community of Chikun Council Local Government Area of the state. The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Uba … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Northern Elders Forum (NEF), led by Prof. Ango Abdullahi, voiced dissatisfaction on Saturday regarding the kidnapping of over 287 students and educators from Government Secondary School and LEA Primary School in Kuriga 1, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State by bandits. Editor’s Pick Hardship, Food Scarcity Has Turned … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that bandits responsible for the kidnap of 287 schoolchildren and teachers in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, are reportedly using their victims as human shields. Recall that the gunmen, on Thursday morning, abducted 287 pupils and teachers of the Government Secondary School and LEA Primary School shortly after the … 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 at least 24 states of the federation will not be able to pay workers salaries this year without having to wait for federal allocations from the central government. According to findings by PUNCH, analysis of the state governments’ approved budgets for the 2024 fiscal year revealed that only 11 out … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has recently published a report indicating a notable increase in the average retail price for refilling a 5kg cylinder of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Cooking Gas Prices). According to the latest data update released by the government agency, the price of refilling cooking gas surged by … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has identified the top ten states with the highest number of internet users in Nigeria. Records on the NBS database as of Sunday, February 25, 2024, indicated that there were a total of 163.8 million internet subscribers across the country. The figures, according to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s national grid has collapsed to zero megawatts, leading to a total blackout nationwide. Multiple power distribution companies (DisCos) disclosed the significant development in separate statements on Sunday. This is the first time the grid has collapsed this year. The grid had collapsed three consecutive times in 2023. The DisCos … Read more