EKO HOT BLOG reports that Niger Republic military coup leaders on Friday lifted the curfew they imposed after taking power from elected president, Mohamud Bazoum, on July 26, plunging the country into crisis. “The curfew imposed since July 26, 2023, is officially lifted as of today,” according to a decree dated late Thursday and … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria has disconnected the supply of 150 megawatts, MW of electricity daily to Niger as part of efforts by the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, to restore democracy in that nation. The disconnection was effected by the Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, directly involved in the transmission … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that supporters of the military junta that took over Niger in a coup earlier this week marched in their thousands on Sunday through the streets of the capital, Niamey. According to AP, protesters were seen waving Russian flags, chanting the name of the Russian president and forcefully denouncing former colonial power … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri has advised Nigeria on what to do to restore order in the Niger Republic. This online media platform recalls that some members of the presidential guards engaged in an “anti-Republican demonstration” carried out a coup attempt against Niger President, Mohamed Bazoum. EDITOR’S PICKS Massive … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that United States Vice President Kamala Harris and United Nations’ Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres have expressed strong support for Nigeria’s efforts toward the restoration of constitutional order in the Republic of Niger in separate telephone conversations with President Bola Tinubu. A statement by the presidential adviser on special duties, communications and strategy, … Read more
Aisha Hanan celebrates her father, outgoing Buhari, on social media, praising him as a silent achiever. President Buhari concluded his second term by inaugurating projects and jokingly mentions seeking refuge in Niger Republic if needed. He emphasizes the importance of establishing relationships with neighboring countries for security and prosperity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Aisha … Read more
Buhari has stated that the people of Niger Republic will defend him if anyone opposes him after leaving office. He explains that he closed Nigeria’s land borders to encourage the consumption of locally made goods and stimulate agricultural production. Buhari’s remarks have drawn criticism from various socio-political organizations, expressing their dissatisfaction with his leadership. Niger … Read more
IPOB has claimed that Buhari’s sins against Nigerians are unforgivable and cannot be pardoned. According to IPOB’s spokesman, Emma Powerful, Buhari’s crimes will find him out after leaving office and relocating anywhere in the world. He also stated that IPOB will continue to expose the president as his alleged atrocities are unforgivable. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The National Emergency Management Agency welcomes back 144 stranded Nigerian immigrants from Niamey in Niger Republic. The returnees were brought back under the care of the International Organization for Migration via the repatriation programme. According to the returning immigrants, they initially fled the country looking for better alternatives and greener pastures only to find themselves … Read more
FG has evacuated hundreds of Nigerians from Niger Republic and India after their horror experience abroad. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has evacuated 266 stranded Nigerians from the Niger Republic. EDITOR’S PICKS Family Announces Burial Arrangements For Demola Seriki Sanwo-Olu Commissions LASWA Data Centre To Enhance Safety On Lagos … Read more
Buhari has sought enhanced coordination to combat what he described as a “multiplicity of threats” in West Africa. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has called for greater cooperation among neighbouring countries with Nigeria to better combat escalating volatilities and multiplicity of threats across West Africa and the Sahel. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigeria’s GDP … Read more
Buhari commissioned a 3.8km boulevard named after him in Niger Republic. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday inaugurated a boulevard named after him in Niger Republic. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigeria’s GDP Growth Slows Amid ‘Challenging Economic Conditions’ Buhari Seeks Enhanced Coordination To Combat ‘Multiplicity Of Threats’ In West Africa UK University Workers … Read more
Buhari will attend the AU summit and an AfCFTA session in Niger Republic. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari will on Thursday start an official trip to Niamey, in the Republic of Niger. EDITOR’S PICKS One Killed, Several Injured As Multiple Explosions Rock Jerusalem Why I Approved Redesign Of Naira Notes – Buhari … Read more
FG urged to clear air on alleged donation to Niger Republic EKO HOT BLOG reports that Federal government has been urged to speak on the allegation by Niger Republic that it did not receive any vehicle from the federal government of Nigeria either for security operations or any other purpose. EDITOR’S PICK Tinubu … Read more
Insecurity: Buhari Condemns South-East Killings EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday condemned the killing of non-indigenes and law enforcement officials by terrorists in the South-East. According to a statement signed by presidential spokesman Garba Shehu, the President vowed to undertake all possible action in conducting a speedy investigation to … Read more
The Federal Government has confirmed that it has purchased vehicles worth N1.4 billion to help Niger tackle insecurity EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Finance, Budget, and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed gave the confirmation on Wednesday, explaining that providing intervention to the neighboring Niger Republic is not new and it is the … Read more
The vehicles, which were stolen from Nigeria, were recovered through the help of International Criminal Police (INTERPOL) operatives in Niamey IGP Usman Alkali Baba, commended the “unrelenting efforts” of police operatives and the INTERPOL… EDITOR’S PICK Buhari Nominates New RMAFC Chairman Senate Raises Alarm Over Terrorists Invasion In Kwara, Other NPC Launches 2023 Population And … Read more
…12 children in total were affected by the strike, of which seven have died and five currently receiving treatment for injuries sustained. EKO HOT BLOG reports that an airstrike launched by the Nigerian Army with the aim to dislodge armed bandits on the border of Niger Republic has mistakenly killed seven children in the country. … Read more
The suspect, who hail from Danyade Kaya village in Maradi, Niger Republic, was arrested with her co-wife’s child whom she claimed she stole in retaliation… EKO HOT BLOG reports that police detectives in Zamfara state have arrested a Nigerien woman identified as Aisha Ibrahim, who allegedly tried to sell her co-wife’s two-year-old boy in Gusau, … Read more
Tony Nyiam, retired army colonel, has disclosed that Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari publicly revealed he is from the Niger Republic. The retired military officer, now a human rights activist, while speaking on the surge in herdsmen crisis, maintained that Buhari, who he admires, was his boss. Tony Nyiam, retired army colonel, has disclosed that Nigerian … Read more