15 kidnap victims rescued, 15 suspects arrested across different states. Illegal oil refining sites destroyed, over 2,500 litres of stolen products recovered. Troops dismantle IPOB/ESN IED factory and recover multiple explosives. The Nigerian Army has recorded major successes in the fight against terrorism, kidnapping, and crude oil theft across several parts of the country, with … Read more
CSOs Demand Halt to IOC Divestment in Niger Delta A coalition of local and international CSOs urged President Bola Tinubu to pause all divestment plans by International Oil Corporations (IOCs) in the Niger Delta. They insisted that Shell, Total, ENI, and other IOCs address environmental and social issues tied to their operations before exiting. The … Read more
Leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, Edwin Clark, has written an open letter to President Bola Tinubu over the state of roads in the region. He wants the President to urgently declare a state of emergency on roads in the Niger Delta region. In a letter addressed to the president, Clark wondered why … Read more
Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo has revealed that he deliberately chose not to involve the Nigerian military in his recent investigation into crude oil bunkering in the Niger Delta, citing the alleged involvement of some military personnel in the illegal activities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Soyombo made the claim during an appearance on Channels Television … Read more
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara to remain steadfast despite the political challenges confronting his administration. Addressing the ongoing tensions between Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, now Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Jonathan described the challenges as opportunities for growth, likening them to battles that prepare one … Read more
National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu has issued a firm warning against any actions that obstruct security efforts under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, pledging a zero-tolerance stance on threats to national safety. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Speaking at the Comptroller General of Customs Conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Ribadu underscored the government’s commitment to rooting … Read more
The NNPC Limited and Chevron Nigeria Limited Joint Venture (NNPC-CNL JV) has announced a major oil discovery following the successful drilling of the Meji NW-1 well in Petroleum Mining Lease (PML) 49, located in the shallow waters of the Western Niger Delta. This region remains a key part of Nigeria’s energy production and now operates … Read more
Former Niger Delta militant leader Asari Dokubo has publicly expressed his support for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Dokubo alleged that soldiers dispatched by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, were flying helicopters over his residence. This statement comes on the same day that local government chairmanship elections were held in … Read more
President Tinubu’s administration has taken multiple steps, including appeals for peace, engagement with organizers, and increased security measures, to prevent the August 1-10 hunger protest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the administration of President Bola Tinubu has taken proactive steps to halt a scheduled 10-day hunger protest organized by Nigerians demanding an end to bad governance … Read more
President Tinubu directs security agencies to tackle crude oil theft in Niger Delta. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has instructed heads of security and intelligence agencies to intensify efforts against crude oil theft in the Niger Delta region. According to a report from this online media platform, Mele Kyari, the Group Managing … Read more
FG Seeks Partners For Nigerian Oil & Gas Boom. Gbenga Komolafe of NUPRC highlights technical and financial prerequisites for block acquisition. $3 billion investment earmarked for Nigerian Gas Flare Commercialisation Programme. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has initiated the 2024 oil bid round, offering 12 oil blocks along with seven deep offshore blocks … Read more
Prominent APC leader Emmanuel Ishaka criticized President Tinubu for appointing PDP member as the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme. He highlighted capable APC leaders in Delta State and urged Tinubu to reconsider the appointment. The Presidential Amnesty Programme aims to rehabilitate former Niger Delta militants through skill-building and integration into society. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
President Tinubu is celebrating his 72nd birthday today. The president said the celebration would be low-key and advised his well-wishers to not advertise their wishes to him. However, one of them shunned his plea and bought out the front-pages of national newspapers. Eko Hot Blog reports that that Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Special Intelligence Squad of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Commandant General has revealed a significant illegal oil bunkering site in Odagwa Community, situated in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State. Parading the suspects before the newsmen, the Rivers Command Spokesperson, Superintendent Olufemi Ayodele disclosed that … Read more
In a tragic turn of events, sixteen Nigerian soldiers on Thursday, March 14th, met their untimely demise during a mission aimed at quelling clashes between two communities in Delta State. Deployed to the strife-ridden Okuoma community in the Bomadi region, troops from the 18th Battalion found themselves in the line of fire. Editor’s Picks Labour … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Elder statesman and leader of the Ijaw Nation, Edwin Clark, has ruled out mercenaries in soldiers’ killings in the Okuama community in Ughelli South local government area of Delta state last week. Speaking during plenary on Tuesday, Akpabio said that those who committed the crime were mercenaries and were not … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States has donated two state-of-the-art unmanned vessels, equipped with advanced technology, to bolster Nigeria’s efforts in combating security challenges. The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, recently presented the two water vessels to President Bola Tinubu. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Tinubu Govt Extends Free Train Rides Nationwide JUST … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Police Force, National Cybercrime Centre, on Thursday, arraigned a blogger, Mienapoma Saint before a Federal High Court in Abuja, for alleged cyberstalking and defamation of character of the Presidential Amnesty Programme and its leadership. According to Saturday PUNCH, Saint had alongside other media platforms and blogs published a … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports the ex-militant leaders from the Niger Delta region have warned controversial Islamic teacher Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi against making provocative comments about the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. This online media platform recalls that Gumi had earlier this week said it was dangerous to entrust Nigeria’s national security to … Read more
An APC lawmaker criticizes former militant leader Asari Dokubo for accusing the military of involvement in oil theft. Agbese urges Dokubo to stop denigrating the military and attempting to popularize militancy. He acknowledges that improvements can be made in protecting national assets but emphasizes the need to support the troops. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more