EKO HOT BLOG reports that scores of people have been reportedly kidnapped as gunmen suspected of being bandits attack Yola village of Karaye Local Government Area in Kano State. Reports made available to newsmen on Tuesday morning revealed that the gunmen carried out the latest attack during the last weekend. The number of the villagers … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the leadership of the Christ Apostolic Church Nigeria has called on members of the church across districts to avoid travelling in their branded vehicles. The church’s General Secretary, Pastor E. Mapur, made the call in a circular issued to all CAC regional district supervisors and pastors on Friday. The circular … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Epe Local Government has written to the Coordinator of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Epe Branch, over incessant clashes between rival cult groups and kidnappings ravaging the community. In a letter titled ‘Urgent Security Alert’ and dated October 4, 2023, the Epe LG Chairman, Hon. (Princess) Surah … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) command of the Nigeria Police Force has taken action against 14 male suspects, charging them in court for making false claims regarding the disappearance of their male organs. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Investigate Alleged Poisoning Of Tinubu’s Minister Reactions As Lady Pushed Out Of Vehicle Dies … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the family of Pastor Adeniyi Adisa, a chartered accountant, has demanded justice over the murder of their father, whom they alleged died in the hands of some youths and the police in Ogun State. The father of five was kidnapped on June 24 as he returned from a visit to … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that suspected armed men have reportedly hijacked two fully loaded buses belonging to the Benue state government-owned Benue Links Transport Company whisking away over 10 passengers from the Lagos-bound vehicles that took off from Makurdi. It was gathered that the armed men waylaid the vehicles at about 2pm on Sunday along … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports Unknown gunmen have invaded El-Rufai Estate in the Kuchiko Resettlement Development Area (KRDA) in the Bwari area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This news medium gathered that the criminals invaded the estate in the early hours of Saturday and kidnapped a resident of the area identified as Chinedu. Chairman of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a video has shown the moment brave Nigerian troops gave bandits a hot chase in a face-to-face battle and rescued some victims kidnapped by the hoodlums. In the video, the troops once again proved their mettle as they left their vehicles and pursued the bandits on foot with massive gunfire, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a man, Taiwo Ishola, has allegedly killed two sons of his younger brother, Idowu, after he reportedly kidnapped the children at Abata, a village in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital. According to Punch Metro, the killing was perpetuated in a bush in the Mile 6 area of Ajebo, in Abeokuta. Our … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian Medical Association, Cross River State branch, has started an indefinite strike action at all medical facilities in the state. The resolution was part of the association’s decision after an emergency meeting following the kidnap of their member, Prof. Ephraim Ekanem. It will be recalled that Ekanem was kidnapped from … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ekiti State governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has directed the Department of State Services (DSS), the Police, and the Amotekun Corps to join in the search for the kidnapped Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Paul Omotoso, and two others. This online media platform reports that the governor, in a statement … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Troops of Operation Hadarin Daji on Friday rescued 24 abductees in the Kabugu Lamba, Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The troops received an intelligent report on a bandit hideout at Kabugu Lamba forest where kidnapped victims were concentrated, Channels Television was reliably informed. A military source told Vera … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that unknown gunmen have reportedly kidnapped John Ugorji, the owner of Johnny Supermarket and Pharmacy at the popular Ikenegbu Layout in Owerri, the Imo State capital. According to a source, the abduction happened between 10 pm and 11 pm while Ugorji was driving home in his SUV. EDITOR’S PICKS Prayer, Food, Music As … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Akwa Ibom State High Court led by Justice Gabriel Ette has sentenced three women sentenced to death for kidnapping three children and selling them in Abia State. The trial Judge, on Friday, found the trio guilty of conspiracy and kidnapping punishable by death under Section 1 of the Akwa Ibom … Read more
Reverend Mike Ochigbo, the General Overseer of Freedom Power Chapel, was kidnapped from his residence in Nyibango. He has since been released after allegedly paying a ransom of N10 million. The Adamawa State Police Command has dispatched operatives to rescue both Ochigbo and another pastor who were kidnapped by gunmen. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Seven NYSC members who were kidnapped while traveling from the NYSC orientation camp in Ondo to Port Harcourt, have been released after spending one week in captivity. They were abducted by armed men along the Rumuji axis of the East-West Road in Emuoha Local Government Area. The exact number of passengers on the bus and … Read more
25-year-old woman in trouble with the police over a deceptive kidnap scheme. The Kano State Police Command uncovered the deceptive kidnap scheme involving Rahma Sulaiman who faked the kidnap of own daughter. The Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Usaini Gumel, confirmed the arrests during a press briefing held at the Bompai headquarters of the police. … Read more
Former Nigerian lawmaker Shehu Sani has criticized President Buhari for claiming to have delivered on his promises. Sani accused the outgoing president of leaving behind a huge debt and masses of citizens in poverty, citing a UNICEF report that over 133 million Nigerians live in poverty. He also alleged that Buhari would be leaving behind … Read more
74 out of 91 abductees have been released by a notorious terrorist after 22 days in captivity in Zamfara state. The hostages were released on Friday evening after the payment of ransom, and two people were killed during the abduction. Negotiations were made with the terrorists, who demanded the withdrawal of soldiers from the area … Read more
Gloria Izonfuo, a Federal Commissioner with the National Population Commission, was kidnapped by gunmen in Rivers State. After spending five days in captivity, she has been released and the police are investigating to apprehend the kidnappers. It is unclear if any ransom was paid for her release. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Federal Commissioner … Read more