Gunmen invaded Dakwa, DeiDei in FCT, Abuja, kidnapping four people and injuring others. A gun battle between vigilantes and the bandits occurred, with significant military and police presence assessing the situation. Residents urge the government to enhance security measures and maintain communication with authorities to prevent future attacks. EKO HOT BLOG reports that residents of Dakwa, … Read more
Six more kidnapped students rescued, bringing total to 20 Intense gunfight leads to kidnappers’ retreat, escape with injuries Governor Ododo pledges enhanced security measures around schools Successful Rescue Operation Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a positive development that has brought relief to many, the Kogi State Government has announced the successful rescue of an … Read more
200-Level Student Allegedly Killed After Resisting Abduction Native Doctor Promised Accomplices N30,000 for Kidnapping Police Intensify Efforts to Recover Victim’s Body Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a shocking turn of events, the Edo State Police have apprehended a native doctor and two other suspects in connection with the alleged murder of Faith Omodon, a … Read more
Tragic Highway Ambush Leaves Trail of Terror Armed Gunmen Strike, Casualties Reported Police Launch Manhunt for Perpetrators Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen brought terror to Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode expressway, killing one and abducting seven. About seven assailants with AK-47 rifles ambushed vehicles with gunfire last Friday. Editor’s Pick Admiring President Bola Tinubu’s Exemplary Leadership Cyriel Dessers … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Police has apprehended five suspected kidnappers after their victims positively identified one of them. The suspect had abducted a pastor’s wife and two other individuals. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu, Makinde, Fubara, Others Dragged To Court (Details Inside) Nigerians Await Tinubu’s Return Six Days After Forum In Saudi Arabia … Read more
Governors from 9 northern states attended a peace summit in the US The trip aimed to find lasting solutions to insecurity challenges Governor Dikko Radda says they now have a better understanding of the issues Eko Hot Blog reports that in a recent development, the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, has stated that he … Read more
Kidnapped Father and Son Freed in Ondo Victims Regain Freedom After Two-Day Ordeal Joint Effort by Navy and Amotekun Corps Secures Release Eko Hot Blog reports that in a distressing incident, a man identified as Maliki Onose and his son Jethro fell victim to a kidnapping while traveling along the Benin-Owo road in Ose Local … Read more
Paul Jeremiah Grice, a member of an anti-government group, has been charged with the murder and kidnapping of two Kansas women Four other individuals, including Tifany Adams and her boyfriend, are also in custody in connection with the deaths. The victims disappeared while driving to pick up Butler’s children, showing their involvement with an anti-government … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army has refuted a viral report that it recruited repented Boko Haram members. The Army made this known in a statement on Sunday by its spokesman, Onyema Nwachuckwu. On Thursday, one Hauwakulu Tabra was reported to have been killed by Adamu Muhammad, a soldier she was in a … Read more
The scourge of banditry has become a grave concern in Nigeria, with attacks occurring relentlessly across various states, towns, and villages. These bandits, often armed and organized, unleash terror and havoc without any regard for human life or property. Their actions have resulted in widespread destruction, leaving communities shattered and families grieving. Editor’s Picks Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen suspected to be Fulani militia have reportedly killed scores of people in a recent attack in Kogi State. The latest attack happened in Agojeju-Odo, a community in the Omala Local Government Council in Kogi East Senatorial District. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Bobrisky In Court For Trial On Naira Abuse, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Delta State Police Command has revealed that efforts are ongoing to ensure that students kidnapped on Monday in Ugheli Delta state were rescued unharmed. This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Tinubu Heads To … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has offered free education to Kuriga school children recently rescued from kidnappers. Recall that the teenagers were abducted from Lea Primary School and Government Secondary School Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, last week. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Bianca Secures Ownership Of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the military has received an order from a Federal High Court in Borno to release at least 313 suspected terrorists. The decision of the court to release the suspects was based on the lack of evidence to incriminate them following the investigation. Editor’s Picks Tinubu Appoints Dangote, Elumelu, Others To … Read more
Notorious Bandits’ Leader, Dogo Gide Is Dead Former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad confirms Gide’s death from gunshot wounds. Gide, responsible for kidnappings and deaths, narrowly escaped capture in a previous operation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a notorious bandits’ leader in the North West region of the country, Dogo Gide, has been reportedly killed. Former presidential … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Major-General Adamu Garba Laka (rtd) as the new National Coordinator of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre. In a statement on Tuesday by the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the centre is under the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Editor’s Picks PHOTOS: NSCDC … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has concluded plans to train some newly recruited personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory as the School Safety Protection Squad to halt cases of abduction of schoolchildren from their schools. The Commander of the National Safe … Read more
FG denies ransom payment for 137 abducted schoolchildren in Kaduna. Minister lauds security forces, reaffirms no-ransom policy. President urges intensified anti-kidnapping efforts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has distanced itself from reports making rounds that ransom was paid to secure the release of 137 schoolchildren abducted from the Kuriga community, Chikun LGA in Kaduna … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has described the submission of memoranda by state governors for state police as a waste of time. Governor Makinde who stated this in an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, faulted the 16 governors’ submission of a report on the matter to the National … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the abductors of Edo State Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Tony Aziegbemi have reportedly reached out to his family, demanding a ransom of N500 million for his release. Tony Aziegbemi, was kidnapped by gunmen on March 15, around 11 p.m. on Idaro Street, off Country Home Road in … Read more