Ekohotblog reports that in a deeply distressing event in Epe, Lagos, a man has been apprehended following the brutal killing of his father. The suspect, whose name remains undisclosed, is known to suffer from severe mental health issues. This tragic incident unfolded after a confrontation over the son’s drug use. Last week, the father … Read more
U.S. intelligence suggests Putin probably didn’t order Navalny’s killing. Despite suspicions, assessment considers Navalny’s history of being targeted by Russian authorities. Conclusion drawn from a range of information, including classified intelligence and public facts. Eko hot blog reports that Reports from U.S. intelligence agencies suggest that Russian President Vladimir Putin probably didn’t order the killing … Read more
Israel increases defense readiness following threats from Iran. Suspends leave for combat units and mobilizes additional troops for air defense. Tensions rise after suspected Israeli air strike on Iranian interests in Damascus. Eko hot blog reports that Israel is on high alert following threats of retaliation from Iran after the suspected killing of Iranian generals … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian military has responded decisively to the recent brutal killing of its personnel by deploying armoured vehicles to Bomadi, the headquarters of Bomadi Local Government Area in Delta State. Last week, several soldiers, who were on a peace and rescue mission in the Okuama community of Ughelli South Local Government … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Defence Headquarters says 16 of its personnel have been killed in the Okuoma community of Delta State. Acting Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS How Nigeria’s Digital In Health Initiative Will Improve Healthcare Outcomes For Nigerians – … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a decisive move to address the alarming rise in kidnapping incidents within Abuja, the Senate on Wednesday summoned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and the Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igwe. The summons is part of a broader inquiry into the murder of Chris Agidy, a … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the lawmaker representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, has reacted after the Islamic cleric who said the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, deserves to die for being a pastor apologized for his statement. EDITOR’S PICKS AFCON 2023: Gov Fubara Rewards Nwabali With N20 Million, State … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that unknown gunmen have reportedly killed the Olukoro of Koro, HRH retd General Segun Aremu, in Ekiti Local Government of Kwara State. The monarch was reportedly shot dead in his palace on Thursday night by unknown gunmen, who also kidnapped his wife and two others. Reacting to the attack, the Governor … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has imposed a 24-hour curfew on the Mangu Local Government Area, effective immediately. This drastic measure was confirmed in a statement released on Tuesday by the governor’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Crisis Erupts In Plateau As Police Teargas … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen suspected to be assassins have murdered one Dr. David Adefikayo, the Medical Director of Dafikayo Clinic, in his residence in Kanbi, Moro Local Government. The assailants reportedly broke into the deceased’s residence around 8:30 pm on Thursday and brutally murdered the medical officer in the presence of his wife … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that some aggrieved members of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), have stormed the Police headquarters in Abuja over the killing of three policemen and some members of the party at Anyigba, Kogi State. This online media platform learned that the governorship candidate of the party in the November 11 election, Muritala … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has denied allegations that its officers assaulted and killed a bike man. A Twitter user, Rinu Oduala, had tweeted on Saturday that the police in Lagos had killed the bike man at Lanre Bus-stop, Iron Market. However, the police spokesperson in the state, SP Benjamin … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ekiti State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects connected with the killing of Atanda Modupe Deborah, a 200-level nursing student of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Ekiti State. Deborah was declared missing on Monday but her body was unfortunately found on Wednesday on the school premises. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Well-Deserved … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that former President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness following the killing of soldiers in an ambush and a subsequent helicopter crash in Niger State. This online media platform reported that bandits, earlier in the week, killed some troops of the Nigerian Army in an ambush and crashed a helicopter in Chukuba … Read more
Unidentified gunmen have attacked and killed five policemen and a couple at the Okpala Junction in the Ngor Okpala LGA of Imo State. The attackers also carted away the policemen’s rifles and commercial activities in the area have been brought to a halt. Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend the culprits. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
An officer of the Nigeria Police Force has been killed allegedly by some commercial motorcycle riders in Lagos. Three guns belonging to the police were also allegedly hijacked. The incident has caused pandemonium and the detail of the situation is still sketchy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that there was pandemonium in Lagos on Wednesday over … Read more
Sanwo-Olu Olu has assured the family of late Gafaru Buraimoh of justice. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has vowed that the state will not spare anything to ensure that the family of late Gafaru Buraimoh gets justice. EDITOR’S PICKS Man Shot Dead By Police Inspector In Ajah Lagos Launches … Read more
Killing of Nigerian in South Africa Under Investigation – NiDCOM Boss EKO HOT BLOG reports that Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission’s (NiDCOM) said on Monday that investigation into the circumstances surrounding the killing in South Africa, of Mr Olusola Solarin, a Nigerian on Dec. 12. Dabiri-Erewa disclosed this in a telephone … Read more
Police have arrested three teenagers over ritual killing. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested three teenage suspects for alleged attempted ritual killing. A statement on Tuesday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Asinim Butswat, said the suspects were nabbed with the collaboration of youths in the Sagbama Local Government … Read more
Governor Masari has urged Katsina residents to acquire arms for self defence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Katsina State, Aminu Masari, has urged residents of the state to acquire arms with a view to protecting themselves from incessant attacks by bandits now bedevilling the Northwest region of Nigeria. While discussing with journalists … Read more