At least one police officer has been killed and more than 50 injured, according to Pakistan’s authorities, as they attempt to prevent thousands of opposition protesters from reaching Islamabad. Supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan have been staging protests for months, and many have been arrested as the capital remains under lockdown for … Read more
Neo Akpofure denies accusations of affair with AY’s wife. Neo expresses frustration with media for spreading false rumors. Former BBNaija contestant vows to no longer ignore baseless accusations. Eko hot blog reports that Former Big Brother Naija Lockdown housemate, BBNaija Neo Akpofure, has spoken out against rumors linking him to comedian Ayo Makun’s estranged wife, … Read more
China is lifting its most severe Covid policies – including forcing people into quarantine camps – just a week after landmark protests against the strict controls. Eko Hot Blog reports that people with Covid can now isolate at home rather than in state facilities if they have mild or no symptoms. EDITOR’S PICKS Colombia: Landslide … Read more
Zamfara State Government has ordered the closure of some federal and state-owned media outlets for security reasons, less than 48 hours after ordering the lockdown of three local government areas and the suspension of all political activities due to the return of attacks in some communities. Eko Hot Blog reports that the order was disclosed … Read more
Residents have been ordered to stay inside their homes or compounds for three days after four asymptomatic Covid cases were detected In Wuhan, a city of 12 million people, regular testing uncovered two asymptomatic cases two days ago EDITOR’S PICK Ukraine War: West Must ‘Prepare For War’, Says Ex-Nato Chief As Putin Unleashes Cruise Missiles … Read more
US Federal Prisons on Nationwide Lockdown The federal prison system has been placed on a nationwide lockdown after two inmates were killed and two others were injured Monday during a gang altercation at a federal penitentiary in Texas. The incident happened around 11:30 a.m. Monday at USP Beaumont, a federal prison in Beaumont, Texas. The … Read more
Downing Street has admitted that staff gathered inside No 10 to celebrate Boris Johnson’s birthday when the first COVID-19 lockdown was still in place EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Metropolitan Police have launched an investigation into parties held in No 10 during the lockdown occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic. Commissioner Cressida Dick said the … Read more
Doctors reveal New ‘Side Effect’ Of Covid-19 Booster Shots. Dr LaTasha Perkins says People have different symptoms when they get their immunizations, but some people feel a little bit thirsty. It is no news that when someone has a vaccine shot, they may feel “under the weather”. fatigue and body aching are among the most … Read more
A recent surge in infections has been partly attributed to the Delta variant, which is believed to be more contagious and deadlier The Federal Government has said it was not considering a lockdown despite rising cases of COVID-19 infections across the country. Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire, who disclosed this at the weekly ministerial … Read more
Sanwo-Olu added that the VP assured that NEC would convene an emergency meeting on the COVID-19 resurgence, whenever the need arose. The Federal Government and state governors have disclosed their position on a fresh lockdown due to the resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country. Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu made it known to State … Read more
The Federal Government (FG) and state governors have spoken about a national lockdown in Nigeria over COVID-19 third wave. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government and state governors have said there is no indication of an imminent lockdown in Nigeria as the country prepares for the COVID-19 third wave. The governor of Lagos … Read more
Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday placed Nairobi and several nearby counties under a partial lockdown, and closed schools and bars in those areas, in an effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. Kenya is gripped by a deadly third wave of the pandemic but nearly three-quarters of all cases have been recorded in the … Read more
Highlights from BBNaija season 5 tagged The Lockdown has commenced airing from on Africa Magic Urban and Africa Magic Family at 10 pm. Viewers and the audience of the BBNaija reality TV show will have another opportunity to relive some of the best moments of the Lockdown edition. MultiChoice Nigeria is bringing back the experience … Read more
The presidency on Saturday said the possibility of another lockdown to curb spread of the dreaded COVID-19 could not be ruled out if Nigerians continue to show utter disdain for non-pharmaceutical prevention of the disease. It admonished Nigerians to wear facemasks and comply with other COVID-19 protocols to avert another lockdown. The admonition is contained … Read more
The Federal Government has disclosed it is currently contemplating a targeted lockdown in Lagos, Abuja, Kaduna and other major cities in the country. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), on Friday morning reported 864 new coronavirus infections in the country. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: We Are Trying Hard To Avoid Another Lockdown – Health … Read more
The presidential task force (PTF) on COVID-19 has hinted at another nationwide lockdown, admitting Nigeria is in a “difficult situation”.
We must continue to strike balance between lives and livelihood. PTF harps on l strict adherence to Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions The federal government on Monday said the country could be locked down again if the current COVID-19 infection trend continues. Boss Mustapha, chairman of the presidential taskforce (PTF) on COVID-19, made this known at a press … Read more
PTF Counters Social Media’s Fake Report About Another Lockdown Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID -19 has disowned a fake statement circulating on social media. The fake statement purportedly issued by PTF Coordinator, Dr. Sani Aliyu, asked Nigerians to prepare for another lockdown that would begin in few days. However, the PTF dismissed the statement … Read more
 The Federal Government on Friday said it would have to impose fresh nationwide lockdown if the country continues to witness upsurge in COVID-19 cases, Ekohotblog is reporting. Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja, the National Coordinator of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVIF-19, Sani Aliyu, said the government is deeply worried about … Read more
Akwa Ibom State Government has announced that about 48 persons have tested positive for coronavirus in the State in less than two weeks. The state government also cautioned people of Akwa Ibom against flouting the safety precautions given by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, saying the non-adherence to such protocols may lead to another … Read more