The Lagos State Police Command has rolled out permanent phone numbers for the offices of Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and other key officers across the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this announcement was made in a press release obtained on Friday. The initiative aims to ensure seamless communication between the public and law enforcement, … Read more
The Edo State Police Command has issued a stern warning against the use of vehicles with unauthorised tinted windows, stating that offenders will be immediately arrested. Edo State Commissioner of Police, Iwo Nemi, has also mandated the arrest of individuals driving unregistered vehicles or those with obscured license plates. EDITOR’S PICKS: Tinubu Appoints New DSS, … Read more
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has imposed a 24-hour curfew in Katagum Local Government Area due to rising security concerns following recent protests. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has imposed a 24-hour curfew in the Katagum Local Government Area due to escalating security issues following recent protests. The curfew aims … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has called for the suspension of the ongoing nationwide #endbadgovernment protests. The protest which began on August 1 was scheduled to continue until August 10. EDITOR’S PICK ‘We Couldn’t Make It Work Again’ – Rudeboy Confirms PSquare Has Broken Up Again Nationwide Protest: Police Gun Down Protester in Kaduna Popular Pastor Leads … Read more
Custom officer Hamza Abdullahi Elenwo killed by a suspected smuggler in Jigawa State during an arrest attempt. Eko Hot Blog reports that an officer of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) attached to the Federal Operations Unit, Zone B, was killed by a suspected smuggler in Jigawa State. The officer, identified as Inspector of Customs … Read more
An eyewitness spotted a man with a rifle on a rooftop before shots were fired at Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania; the shooter was neutralized by law enforcement. Eko Hot Blog reports that an eyewitness at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania has revealed that he spotted a man with a rifle on a nearby building’s rooftop … Read more
Trump recounts Pennsylvania rally shooting that left one dead, one injured, and resulted in a minor injury to his ear. Eko Hot Blog reports that United States Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump has recounted the shooting incident at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, which left one person dead and another seriously injured. The former … Read more
Bandits killed the eldest son of Kaduna State Judge Janet Galadima while demanding a ransom to free her and three other children. EKO HOT BLOG reports that bandits have killed the eldest son of Janet Galadima, a judge of the Kaduna State Customary Court, while demanding a N300 million ransom to free the judge and her … Read more
NSCDC operatives in Nasarawa State successfully repelled a bandit raid on their Lafia headquarters. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Nasarawa State successfully defended their state command in Lafia against a raid by unknown assailants suspected to be bandits. The bandits, reportedly in large numbers, stormed … Read more
Tinubu calls for stronger collaboration between Nigeria’s law enforcement and the FBI director to combat cybercrime, terrorism, and related crimes. The meeting took place at the State House in Abuja with FBI Director Christopher Wray and top Nigerian security chiefs. Security chiefs in attendance included the National Security Adviser, Inspector-General of Police, DSS Director-General, NDLEA … Read more
State Reaffirms Zero-Tolerance Policy on Vandalism Suspect Caught Stealing Iron from Government Barriers Commissioner Warns Against Destruction of Public Property Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a stern move, the Lagos State Government has arrested a suspected vandal, Abba Mohammed, for allegedly vandalizing and stealing iron from concrete barriers erected along drainage channels. The arrest … Read more
City’s Flood Rescue Mission Intensifies No Exception for Government Officials’ Buildings Safeguarding Vital Infrastructure a Priority Eko Hot Blog reports that in a bold move, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared that no building obstructing the city’s drainage system will be spared, regardless of ownership. This initiative aims to mitigate flooding and protect the … Read more
Lagos govt warns fuel stations against causing traffic gridlock Cautions against obstructing free flow of traffic Threatens to sanction violators for non-compliance Eko Hot Blog reports that an appeal has gone to fuel stations to ensure vehicle queues don’t obstruct traffic flow. The Transport Ministry expressed concern over traffic disruption caused by patrons at fuel … Read more
Idaho man arrested for kicking bison at Yellowstone. Bison-kicking incident results in minor injuries. Charges include DUI and disturbing wildlife; both plead not guilty. EKO HOT BLOG reports that officials reported on Monday that an Idaho man was arrested for an alcohol-related charge and other offenses after allegedly kicking a bison at Yellowstone National Park … 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
Inspector Sunday Baba fatally shot by robbers. Police confirm incident, pay tribute to fallen officer. Suspects’ vehicle recovered, perpetrators fled. EKO HOT BLOG reports that tragedy struck on Wednesday night in Rumuolumeni, Rivers State, as Inspector Sunday Baba, a Nigerian police officer, was fatally shot by suspected armed robbers during a robbery incident. The Rivers State … Read more
Supreme Court to decide if Biden can regulate “ghost guns” made from online kits. Biden administration defends regulations against untraceable firearms. Ruling will influence broader gun regulation debate in the US. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Supreme Court will review whether the Biden administration can lawfully regulate “ghost guns” — firearms assembled from … Read more
Yahaya Bello’s aide and other police officers detained. Detentions occurred at the State Criminal Investigation Department in Abuja, as confirmed by police sources. Inspector General of Police orders immediate withdrawal of officers from Bello, who faces corruption allegations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Police Force has detained the female aide-de-camp (ADC) and several other … Read more
FCT Police arrests AEDC official and five others for transformer vandalism and theft. Operation led by SP Josephine Adeh results in apprehension of suspects attempting to escape with stolen transformer. Recovered items include vandalized transformer, vehicles, and equipment linked to the AEDC staff member. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Capital Territory Police Command on Friday … Read more
Lagos State Government reveals arrest and prosecution of 219 individuals for crossing expressways in March. Spokesperson emphasizes enforcement of safety regulations to preserve lives, urges residents to use pedestrian bridges. State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources reaffirms commitment to prosecuting offenders, directs enforcement by LAGESC officials. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government … Read more