President Bola Tinubu has appointed Honourable Ojukaye Flag Amachree as the new Director of Energy Security in the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the newly established Energy Security Directorate within ONSA will be responsible for coordinating energy policies, protecting critical infrastructure, managing data, providing security coordination, offering risk … Read more
The Nigerian military successfully thwarted a terrorist plot to destroy Department of State Services (DSS) assets in Niger State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the operation was led by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), which deployed Super Tucano fighter jets to conduct airstrikes, eliminating dozens of insurgents. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By … Read more
The National Economic Council (NEC) has set a deadline of September 9 for four states to submit their reports on the establishment of state police. All 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are required to provide comprehensive reports for review. States that fail to meet the deadline will be subject to NEC’s decisions … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has accused journalist David Hundeyin and another individual, Michael Temidayo Alade, of being accomplices to Bristol Isaac Tamunobifiri, also known as PIDOM. The police allege that PIDOM, who operates under the X handle @pidomnigeria, is involved in a case concerning criminal conspiracy, sedition, and the unauthorized distribution of classified documents EKO … Read more
Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, arrived in Sokoto State on Tuesday in compliance with President Bola Tinubu’s directive. Upon their arrival, they held a closed-door meeting at the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army. During the hour-long meeting, the acting Commander of Operation Hadarin Daji … Read more
The Department of State Services (DSS) has returned the passport of award-winning investigative journalist Adejuwon Soyinka, days after it was seized during his detention at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. Soyinka, the West Africa Regional Editor at The Conversation Africa, received his passport back on Friday. He was accompanied to the DSS office in … Read more
The Police Service Commission (PSC) confirmed the promotion of 684 senior police officers on Friday, August 30, following the first plenary meeting of its new board. The meeting, chaired by DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), included DIG Taiwo Lakanu (rtd), Commissioner and Chief Onyemuche Nnamani, Secretary to the Commission. EKO HOT BLOG reports that during the … Read more
The Niger state government has pleaded with the Nigeria army to redeploy its troops to communities prone to terrorist attacks in the state. Acting Governor of the state, Mr Yakubu Garba, made the appeal in an interview with newsmen after the 3-days Fidda’u prayer for 13 people killed by bandits in Shiroro. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The House of Representatives is currently deliberating a new piece of legislation, the Counter Subversion Bill 2024, which seeks to impose stringent penalties on individuals and groups engaging in actions that threaten Nigeria’s national unity and security. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the bill, sponsored by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, is set for a second reading, during … Read more
President Tinubu held a Security Council meeting to discuss the national security situation, leading to the abrupt cancellation of the scheduled Federal Executive Council meeting. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu is currently hosting a Security Council meeting at the Presidential Villa. Service chiefs and the Inspector General of Police, among others, are briefing … Read more
The Federal Government has enhanced border security to prevent foreign participation in upcoming protests against poor governance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the the Federal Government has intensified border security nationwide in anticipation of upcoming protests against poor governance. The Comptroller General of the Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap, issued orders to all Zonal Heads, State Command … Read more
The EFCC has warned about a planned protest against its operations, suspecting it is being driven by individuals under investigation using social media EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a public warning regarding a planned protest against its operations. There have been widespread calls for a nationwide protest … Read more
Peter Obi has called for the release of Nnamdi Kanu and urged the federal government to address rising insecurity, warning of the risk of Nigeria becoming a failed state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has called on the federal government to release Nnamdi Kanu, … Read more
I Will Start The Largest Deportation Operation In American History If Re-Elected – Trump Emphasizes clear voter choice in November on immigration policies, aims to expel illegal entrants, spares legal immigrants Highlights concerns over job competition, security risks posed by undocumented migrants; pledges focus on legal immigration channels EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former President Donald … Read more
Smuggled Nigerian petrol floods West African markets, selling at N1,700/litre. Federal Government raises alarm over petrol smuggling into neighbouring countries. Customs seizes over 150,000 litres of smuggled petrol, launches Operation Whirlwind to curb activities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government raised an alarm on Monday about the resurgence of petrol smuggling, particularly Premium Motor … Read more
Individuals and bank customers exempted from proposed levy Financial institutions, telcos identified as primary targets Aims to enhance cybersecurity measures, national security Eko Hot Blog reports that, addressing concerns raised by Nigerians, the Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence has clarified that the proposed Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) cybersecurity levy is targeted at … Read more
Congress postpones TikTok ban until after 2024 election. ByteDance has 9-12 months to sell TikTok or face nationwide prohibition. President Biden may extend deadline by 90 days if progress towards divestiture is significant. Eko hot blog reports that In a move impacting the fate of TikTok in the U.S., Congress has included a provision in … Read more
Tinubu inaugurates the African Counter-Terrorism Summit in Abuja. The event, supported by the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism, focuses on enhancing multilateral efforts. Objectives include reviewing the severity of the terrorism threat and shaping collective responses. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu unveiled the African Counter-Terrorism Summit at the Office of the National Security … Read more
Jonathan advocates for the establishment of state police in Nigeria to enhance national security. Jonathan highlights the unanimous support for state police from the 2014 national conference He calls for broader security reforms, including revamping INEC to ensure fair elections and strengthening legal frameworks to prevent misuse of state police for political gain. EKO HOT … Read more
Presidency Launches New Initiative For Citizens’ Feedback. Hadiza Bala-Usman announces CDT unveiling during Abuja event, available as web link and upcoming app. CDCU conducts meetings with government agencies to achieve key indicators across eight priority areas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidency on Monday, unveiled its Citizens’ Delivery Tracker (CDT), aiming to bolster citizen-government engagement … Read more