The Ekiti State Police Command has apprehended six individuals suspected of specializing in attacks on Point of Sale (POS) operators and traders, stealing their money. Commissioner of Police Mr. Adeniran Akinwale identified the suspects as Doyin Ajisafe, Joshua Olabanji, Femi Fasusi, Femi Adewale, Olayosi Adeolodi, and Ezekiel Babalola. Akinwale, represented by Police Public Relations Officer … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has contributed N50 billion to support the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). EKO HOT BLOG reports that this announcement was made by the anti-corruption agency on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, during a courtesy visit to the EFCC headquarters in Abuja by the Fund’s Managing Director and Chief Executive … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that Premier League giants Chelsea FC and Southampton FC reportedly engage in advanced talks to finalize a deal for highly-rated midfielder Romeo Lavia. The potential transfer holds a value of £50 million, with additional add-ons under discussion. Both clubs reportedly progress smoothly in the negotiation process, aiming to announce the signing this week. … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that , football superstar Neymar has officially sealed his move to Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, setting the football world abuzz with anticipation. Following the unveiling of a substantial bid just days ago, all necessary documents have received the green light from both sides, solidifying Neymar’s transition to the Middle East. Sources report … Read more
Oyetola on Thursday inaugurated the newly reconstructed Ada-Igbajo road. Osun State Governor reconstructs the road after 33 years of abandonment EKO HOT BLOG reports that Osun State governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Thursday inaugurated the newly reconstructed Ada-Igbajo road after 33 years of neglect. Speaking at the inauguration of the project, the governor said, “the choice … Read more
October 31, 2020. The Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Lagos on Saturday unveiled a N10 million relief fund for victims of violence and looting that trailed #EndSARS protest in the area. The Council Chairman, Mr Dele Oshinowo, in a statement on Saturday, said it had become imperative to assist some victims of looting … Read more
October 31, 2020. A Greek priest has been shot outside his church in Lyon, France. Saturday’s attack comes 24 hours after a terrorist with a knife attacked many people outside a church in the Southern French city of Nice, killing three and injuring many others. On October 16, a school teacher was also beheaded in … Read more
October 31, 2020. Nigeria’s power sector has recorded another national peak generation of 5,520.40MW. Mrs Ndidi Mbah, General Manager, Public Affairs division of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) confirmed this in a statement on Saturday. She disclosed that the new generation passed the previous also recorded this week. She praised the collaboration between players … Read more
October 31, 2020. Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed public servants in Lagos from Grade Levels 1-12 to resume in their offices from Monday, November 2nd, Ekohotblog learnt. This announcement was contained in a statement signed and issued by the Head of Service, Mr Hakeem Muri-Okunola. The latest easing of the lockdown, according … Read more
October 31, 2020. Mr Bode George, a former Deputy Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has repeatedly demanded an investigation of Alpha Beta Consulting LLP. Ekohotblog reports that the firm handles the computation, tracking and reconciliation of Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in Lagos State. The body reportedly gets 10-15 percent as commission on monthly … Read more
October 31, 2020. Mr Bode George, retired military officer, Bode George, has revealed that a former Governor of Lagos State has three jets, Ekohotblog learnt. The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain did not mention a name. In an interview with Arise TV, he stressed that greed was a major problem in Nigeria. Ekohotblog reports that … Read more
October 31, 2020 Following the recent #ENDSARS protest that led to the attack on major assets believed to be owned by National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Bola Tinubu, AllNews on Saturday visited various newsstands In Ojodu, Ogba axis of Lagos to find out the current political sentiments of Lagosians and to survey … Read more
Lekki Shooting: LCC To Show Footage Of Lekki Massacre The management of the Lekki Concession Company, (LCC), is set to show footage of the October 20, 2020, Lekki massacre to the Lagos Judicial panel, Ekohotblog has learnt. Mr Gbolahan Agboluwaje, the Head of the Legal Department of LCC, made the made this known after Mr … Read more
October 31, 2020. The new Burna Boy song on the Lekki shooting “20:10:20” has been well-received. The track censured the military attack on End SARS protesters at the Lekki toll gate. Famous for human rights abuses, the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), terrorized several Nigerians. Many were summarily killed or wounded publicly or in degrading … Read more
October 30, 2020 An Ebute Meta Chief Magistrates’ Court on Friday ordered seven men who allegedly gang-raped a minor to death to be remanded in Ikoyi Custodial Centre, pending legal advice. Ajom Tabi, 37; Omobolanle Olowookere, 41; Aliu Bilyamin, 24; Emmanuel Okon, 24; Bolarinwa Olamilekan, 24; Badmus Abdulateef, 20; Azeez Quadri, 22; and Sunday Odunayo, … Read more
October 30, 2020. The Nigerian Navy says it has arrested 41 people for partaking in various criminal acts, including looting and attacks on innocent citizens in Lagos State, during the End SARS protests. Cdr. Ibrahim Shettima, the Commander, BEECROFT, made this known to newsmen on Friday in Lagos. Shettima was represented by Commander Andy Zidon, … Read more
October 30, 2020. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has repeatedly approved the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp in Abia for re-opening ahead of the upcoming orientation activities commencing from Nov.10. Ekohotblog reports that the NCDC team led by Dr Okorie Onuka, Pillar Lead, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) gave the approval … Read more
October 30, 2020. At least 20 bodies of EndSARS protesters massacred at Lekki Toll Gate, Lagos by operatives of the Nigerian Army on October 20, 2020, were on Friday secretly moved to the Infectious Disease Hospital (IDH) mortuary in Yaba. Lekki massacre victims were moved to the IDH mortuary after a postmortem examinations was conducted … Read more
October 30, 2020. The Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry has discovered at least four bullet shells at the Lekki Toll Gate, scene where soldiers from the Nigerian Army opened fire on peaceful #ENDSARS demonstators in Lagos. This is as the Nigerian Army denied that its soldiers shot at the protesters. The panel embarked on … Read more
October 30, 2020. The Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry has made a visit to the Lekki Toll Gate, the scene of the protest where personnel of the Nigerian Army opened fire on peaceful #ENDSARS protesters. Ekohotblog reports that the visitation was done on Friday by the panel when its members resumed sitting. At the … Read more