Princess Chineke, a former beauty queen and Nollywood actress, has embarked on a new journey by joining the United States Army. Princess, who once represented Anambra State in the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) pageant, shared the surprising career switch on her Instagram page. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce … Read more
John Alfred Tinniswood, the world’s oldest living man, has passed away at the age of 112, his family confirmed. Tinniswood, a lifelong Liverpool FC supporter, died on Monday at the Southport care home where he had lived. He became the world’s oldest living man in April 2024, following the death of Juan Vicente Pérez Mora … Read more
A South Korean court has convicted a man of attempting to dodge mandatory military service by intentionally gaining weight, according to local media reports. The 26-year-old deliberately began binge eating before his draft physical, a judge in Seoul revealed. His obesity classification allowed him to secure a non-combat role at a government agency instead of … Read more
Pa Tajudeen Lagbaja, the head of the family of the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, has expressed deep regret over helping his late relative obtain the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) form, saying that had he known the military career would end so tragically, he would not have facilitated the process. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, as well as to the Nigerian Armed Forces, following the general’s passing. As Commander-in-Chief, President Tinubu expressed deep regret in announcing General Lagbaja’s death at the age of 56. A statement from Bayo … Read more
President Bola Tinubu promoted Acting Chief of Army Staff Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede to the rank of Lieutenant General on Tuesday, decorating him with his new insignia at a brief ceremony held at the State House in Abuja. In a statement, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, conveyed that the President’s decision recognized Oluyede’s … Read more
In a formal ceremony at the Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps (NAOC) headquarters in Abalti Barracks, Surulere, Lagos, five retired Major Generals were ceremonially pulled out of service, marking the close of their decorated careers. The event, held on Friday, drew fellow military personnel, families, and dignitaries in a show of respect and camaraderie. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Nigerian Army has officially retired 15 senior officers from its Artillery Corps, marking a notable transition in its leadership. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the retirees include 11 Major Generals and four Brigadier Generals, all of whom played pivotal roles in providing artillery firepower support to frontline forces throughout their careers. The retirement ceremony … Read more
Ten Nigerian Army Generals retire after completing their required years of service, with appeals for continued improvements in the Armoured Corps. EKO HOT BLOG reports that ten officers of the Nigerian Army, all with the rank of general, have retired from active service after successfully completing their required years of service. The Generals, from the Nigerian … Read more