Nigeria Denies Niger’s Allegations Gen. Tchiani Accuses Nigeria of Collaborating with France ECOWAS Comes to Nigeria’s defense Nigeria has dismissed allegations by Niger’s military leader, Brigadier General Abdourahmane Tchiani, accusing the country of colluding with France to destabilize Niger’s junta-led government. The accusations were made during a Christmas Day interview in which Gen. Tchiani claimed … Read more
The Nigerian military has identified Lakurawa as a new terror group infiltrating Sokoto and Kebbi states via the Niger Republic, following the recent coup in Nigeria’s neighboring country. However, investigations by Premium Times reveal that Lakurawa, an al-Qaeda-linked organization, has been active since before last year’s coup in Niger. Last week Thursday, EKO HOT BLOG reported that … Read more
The Defence Headquarters has confirmed the emergence of a new terrorist group called ‘Lukarawas,’ heightening insecurity in northwestern Nigeria. Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, announced this development during a military operations briefing on Thursday in Abuja. Buba explained that the group originated from the Republic of Niger following the recent coup, which … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Nations has expressed deep concern, labelling 2023 as a year marred by suffering and violence across various nations. The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, conveyed this in a solemn video message released on the eve of 2024. The statement follows a series of troubling events, including an insurrection that … Read more
In a few days, it will be the end of the year 2023. It has been a year replete with stories, many of them bad. The mind struggles to find the good story, not tainted by doubt, or worry. Perhaps the spate of tragic, disturbing events that erupted across the world in the more recent … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have resolved to urgently review efforts to activate a standby force for counterterrorism operations in areas infested by terrorist groups. This was made known in a communiqué read by Dr. Omar Touray, President of ECOWAS Commission, at the end of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Niger coup rulers have demanded, that the United Nations (UN) coordinator, Louise Aubin, in the country, leave. Editor’s Pick France Begins Troops Withdrawal From Niger France Reacts As Coup Leaders Direct Ambassador To Leave Niger Coup: Don’t Declare War Against Niger To Please US, France, LP Rep Member Warns Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States military has resumed operations in Niger, flying drones and other aircraft out of airbases in the country more than a month after a coup halted activities, the head of Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa said. Since the July coup that removed President Mohamed Bazoum, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States of America has commenced a major military movement in Niger Republic. This news medium gathered that the Headquarters, United States Department of Defence has started repositioning some troops and equipment within Niger. The US will also withdraw a small number of non-essential personnel “out of an abundance … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that military rulers of Niger have accused French President Emmanuel Macron of “blatant interference” in the country’s domestic affairs. In a statement on Friday, the junta said Macron’s recent comments backing ousted President Mohamed Bazoum were “unacceptable” and “constitute a violation of Niger’s sovereignty.” EDITOR’S PICKS AU Suspends Gabon After Millitary … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the military coup leaders in Niger Republic have denied expelling the Nigerian Ambassador to the country, Mohamed Usman. This is coming after a statement was spotted online claiming that the Niger Foreign Affairs Ministry had ordered the expulsion of Usman alongside some Western diplomats. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘We Will Hand Over … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai has said he lost valuable moments when he was involved in public affairs. Speaking via Twitter on Tuesday morning, the former governor encourage the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to avoid war with the Niger Republic, insisting that the relationship between … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the leader of the military coup in the Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani on Saturday said the army will hand over power to the civilian government within the next three years. Tchiani and other presidential guards took over power democratically elected president, Mohamed Bazoum in July. It would be recalled … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the delegation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has met with the military junta in Niger Republic. The delegation, led by former Nigerian military head of state, Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd), met with Nigerien Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine who received them at the airport. The meeting … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Defence Headquarters has reportedly commenced preparations for the possible mobilisation of troops and equipment for a possible confrontation with coup leaders in the Niger Republic. This is coming amidst directives by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for troops to be on standby. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the lawmaker representing Bauchi Central Senatorial District, Senator Abdul Ningi, has expressed the need for a joint National Assembly session before deploying Nigerian Armed Forces for war. He noted that the Senate told President Bola Tinubu to rule out war as part of moves to restore democracy in the Niger … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Nations (UN) has condemned the deplorable conditions the detained Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum and his family are subjected. In a statement on Wednesday, the UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, said it is concerned about the living conditions and safety of Bazoum and his family and called for his … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the former Emir of Kano, Mohammad Sanusi on Wednesday met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa. Sanusi while addressing newsmen after the meeting said he came to the Presidential Villa to brief President Tinubu on his discussions with the leaders of military junta that overthrew the democratically elected … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi, 14th Emir of Kano, has met with the coup leaders in Niger. The former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) met the military leadership after the junta aborted a meeting with representatives of African Union (AU), Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that An international group, Egalitarian Mission for Africa (EMA), has dragged President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria before the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Court of Justice, seeking an order of the court to stop the planned military action against the Republic of Niger. The group in the suit … Read more