Woman Lured, Kidnapped Three Children with Biscuits in Nasarawa The woman was identified was apprehended by residents at Orange Market, Mararaba Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect had earlier sneaked into the home of one Ramatu Auwal around 5:00 p.m The Nasarawa State Police Command has foiled an attempt to traffic three children in Mararaba … Read more
Tinubu to Inaugurate 6,000MT Lithium Processing Plant in Nasarawa ..Project signals growing investor confidence in solid minerals sector, says Gov Sule The Ministry of Solid Minerals also outlined plans to restrict lithium exports President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will visit Nasarawa State to inaugurate a new 6,000-metric-ton lithium processing plant built by Chinese investors, Governor Abdullahi … Read more
APC Flags Off Voter Sensitization Amid Low Registration Nasarawa State Ranks Low in INEC Registration Data Sule Urges Residents to Participate in CVR Exercise Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has expressed serious concern about the low participation of residents in the ongoing Continuous Voters Registration (CVR) exercise. According to Eko Hot Blog, the governor, represented … Read more
A fire at the Masaka market in the Karu local government area of Nasarawa state has left many traders facing significant losses. The blaze, which broke out around 10 PM on Friday night, has caused widespread devastation among the market vendors, according to eyewitness accounts. As of the time of this report, fire service personnel … Read more
At least 20 people are feared dead after a boat capsized on the River Benue on Saturday, December 14. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the incident occurred while the boat was ferrying passengers from Ocholonya in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State to Odenyi in Nasarawa Toto LGA of Nasarawa State, following activities … Read more
A tragic boat accident on the River Benue near Ocholonya in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State has left many feared dead, with women and children among the casualties. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: … Read more
A massive fire swept through the tailoring section of New Modern Market in Lafia, Nasarawa State, on Thursday night, destroying 30 shops and goods worth millions of naira. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the blaze, which ignited around 9:30 pm, persisted into the early hours of Friday, leaving a trail of devastation. Firefighters from the … Read more
The Nasarawa State Government has initiated efforts to restructure the local government system to align with the Supreme Court’s ruling that grants financial autonomy to local governments. To facilitate this, the state government has submitted an executive bill to the House of Assembly, seeking an amendment to the local government law. During Monday’s session in … Read more
The National headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja has received a court order prohibiting the party from conducting congresses at all levels in Nasarawa State. This order was delivered via substituted service following an ex parte motion filed by 16 party members, including Senator Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo, who represents Nasarawa South in … Read more
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has urged prospective corps members to accept their postings with a positive attitude and avoid seeking relocation. This call was made by the Director-General of the NYSC, Brigadier General Yusha’u Ahmed, during the closing ceremony of the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course at the Magaji Dan Yamusa … Read more
Operatives of the Nasarawa State Police Command arrested a woman named Hauwa Sani for attempting to smuggle 124 rounds of anti-aircraft ammunition concealed in a gallon of palm oil, along with a two-year-old child in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the command’s Public Relations Officer, Ramhan Nansel, disclosed this in a statement posted … Read more
Despite a federal agreement on a new ₦70,000 minimum wage, many states are hesitant to commit, citing the need for further consultations and financial assessments. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in spite of the recent agreement between the Federal Government, Labour, and the Organised Private Sector (OPS) to set the new minimum wage at ₦70,000, many states … Read more
Nasarawa State Police, in collaboration with the military, eliminated two armed robbery suspects in a shootout during an operation in Karu Local Government Zone. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nasarawa State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has reported that its officers, in collaboration with the military, eliminated two armed robbery suspects during a … 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
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Industrial Court in Abuja has reinstated Tajudeen Baruwa as the re-elected president of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), effectively dissolving the Tajudeen Agbede-led Caretaker Committee. This decision resolves the protracted leadership dispute within the union, with Justice O. O. Oyewumi presiding over the case. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled March 13 for the hearing of the motion filed by Bello Bodejo, the detained President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore. He seeks his unconditional release from the custody of the Defence Intelligence Agency. Bodejo was apprehended on January 23 at Miyetti Allah’s office … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has recently published a report indicating a notable increase in the average retail price for refilling a 5kg cylinder of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Cooking Gas Prices). According to the latest data update released by the government agency, the price of refilling cooking gas surged by … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the abducted chairman of Akwanga local government area of Nasarawa state, Hon Safiyanu Isa Andaha, and his political godfather, Adamu Umar Custom, have regained their freedom. This online media platform recalls that the duo were abducted by men suspected to be bandits on New Year’s Day. EDITOR’S PICKS [BREAKING] 2024: Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Adamu, has announced his retirement from politics. Adamu stated that he is beginning to develop an allergy to political activities. The ex-APC Chairman disclosed this at the launch of a book titled ‘Progressive Governance, Showcasing The Achievements of His Excellency, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nasarawa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has called on the Supreme Court to carefully review the recent judgment of the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja which affirmed Governor Abdullahi Sule as the authentic winner of the 2023 governorship election in the state. The state election petitions … Read more