Donald Trump praised the Prince of Wales as a “good-looking guy” following their weekend meeting in Paris. The US president-elect spoke warmly about Prince William during an interview with the New York Post, recounting their conversation and offering personal compliments. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To … Read more
Australian lawmakers have voted to censure Aboriginal senator Lidia Thorpe for heckling King Charles during his visit to Canberra last month, marking their “profound disapproval” of her protest. The motion, passed by a 46-12 majority in the Senate, described Thorpe’s actions as “disrespectful and disruptive,” deeming them incompatible with her role in representing the chamber … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). According to a statement by Stanley Nwokocha, the Vice President’s spokesperson, Shettima will represent Nigeria at the international event scheduled to take place in Apia, Samoa, from October 21 to 26. The 2024 … Read more
King Charles III visited the town of Southport in northwest England on Tuesday, where a tragic knife attack claimed the lives of three young girls and sparked nationwide anti-immigration riots. The 75-year-old monarch paid his respects by inspecting a vast sea of floral tributes to the victims and met with children who survived the attack. Buckingham … Read more
King Charles III will deliver Labour’s first programme for government in 14 years on Wednesday when the UK parliament reopens after the July 4 election. Eko Hot Blog reports that Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans to focus on revitalizing the economy in Labour’s legislative agenda, emphasizing, “Now is the time to take the brakes off … Read more
King Charles funeral plans disclosed amidst his battle with cancer. The Operation Menai Bridge initiated for the timely preparation of the monarch’s final arrangements. Royal insiders hint at the severity of Charles’ illness, raising concerns about his ability to fulfill his duties. Eko hot blog reports that In a stunning revelation, King Charles funeral III’s … Read more
By Bashorun J.K. Randle At the interview that preceded our admission to King’s College, Lagos, Sonny and I struck up a friendship that spilled over to 2nd January 1957 when we found ourselves in the same class at the age of thirteen years. Hence it was a privilege to witness firsthand his prodigious intellect which … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Director-General, World Trade Organisation, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, met King Charles III of England and the Commonwealth Secretary General, Patricia Scotland, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, during the COP28 Climate Summit. Okonjo-Iweala revealed this in photos shared on her X handle on Thursday evening. She wrote, “At COP28 in Dubai at … Read more
Charles became king upon his mother’s death on September 8, 2022. At 73, he was the longest-serving heir apparent and Prince of Wales in British history. Members of the royal family and world leaders are in attendance for the two-hour service to officially crown him on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
A UK court has sentenced former Nigerian deputy senate president, Ike Ekweremadu to nine years and eight months in jail for plotting to harvest a man’s kidney for his sick daughter. Ekweremadu’s wife and a medical doctor were also convicted for the same offence. Legal practitioner Kayode Ajulo suggests that Ekweremadu may have a chance … Read more
Tinubu won the February 25 presidential election. He won about 36% of the vote in the tightly contested election. Even though his opponents are challenging his declaration as president, he is expected to be sworn in on May 29, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that TIME Magazine has named President-elect Bola Tinubu among its “100 … Read more
The king began his state visit on Wednesday He was initially to start in France but was unable to due to protests The King went on the visit with his Queen consort Eko Hot Blog reports that King Charles III has paid tribute to Germany’s “extraordinary hospitality” towards Ukrainian refugees during his first state visit … Read more
The trip to Paris and Bordeaux were due to begin on Sunday The state visit would be rescheduled as soon as possible France has been facing country wide protests for weeks Eko Hot Blog reports that King Charles III’s state visit to France has been postponed, after a request by President Emmanuel Macron, Downing Street … Read more
King Charles and his queen will travel to the countries on a visit from 26 to 31 March President Emmanuel Macron of France will host a state banquet for the royal couple The King will be the first British sovereign to address the German parliament Eko Hot Blog reports that the first state visits of … Read more
The Crown Estate is an independently-run, commercial business. The Sovereign Grant, which pays the running costs of the Royal Household, is currently based on 25% of Crown Estate profits. Profits will see a big increase with payments from six new wind farms. Eko Hot Blog reports that King Charles has asked for a surge in … Read more
The Princess of Wales and Queen Consort have been given ceremonial military roles as part of plans for the King’s first Trooping the Colour. Eko Hot Blog reports that the parade marks the monarch’s official birthday and will be on 17 June next year. EDITOR’S PICKS British Airways: Flights Leaving US Grounded Over Technical Issue … Read more
Buhari has returned to Nigeria after a “medical checkup” in London. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, after his private trip to London, United Kingdom. EDITOR’S PICKS Six Killed, Scores Injured In Bomb Attack On Central Istanbul Buhari Meets With Tinubu, Adamu Ahead Of APC Campaign Flag-Off … Read more
Buhari met with King Charles at Buckingham Palace. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday evening met with His Royal Majesty King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in London. EDITOR’S PICKS US Midterms: Warnock And Walker Head To Runoff In Crucial Georgia Senate Race US Midterms: NiDCOM Chair Hail Nigerians On Election … Read more
King Charles III has sent a message to Buhari over the flood crisis in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that King Charles III of the United Kingdom has expressed his sympathy to the president of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari over the devastating flood that has killed over six hundred and left thousands of others displaced in … Read more
Buckingham Palace has announced a date for King Charles III’s coronation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Buckingham Palace has announced May 6, 2023, for the coronation ceremony of British Monarch, King Charles III. EDITOR’S PICKS UK Longest Serving Monarch, Queen Elizabeth Dies At 96 Prince Charles Finally Becomes King Of England King Charles III Biography … Read more