Gov. Bello Sacks DG SDGs Over Incompetence

The Governor Of Niger state has sacked Abdullahi Arah, the Director General, Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)    EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Abubakar Bello of Niger has approved the immediate termination of the appointment of the director-general, Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), Abdullahi Arah   This was stated in a statement signed by the Secretary … Read more

Tragedy As One Dies, 43 Missing In Fresh Boat Accident

Tragedy As One Dies, 43 Missing In Fresh Boat Accident. The tragic accident occurred on Saturday afternoon. However, as of Sunday afternoon, the search for the remaining victims was still ongoing… EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: Terrorists Flog Abducted Train Victims, Threaten To Kidnap Buhari, El-Rufai [VIDEO] JUST IN: UN Sends Strong Warning To Buhari, Orders Immediately … Read more

Police Arrest Another Fleeing Kuje Prison Inmate In Niger

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The Police Public Relations Officer in Niger State, Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the arrest of the suspect identified as Kazeem Murtala in a statement on Monday According to the PPRO, the Commissioner of Police has directed that the inmate be transferred to the custodial centre EDITOR’S PICK Osun 2022: Four Years Is Not Enough, Give Me … Read more

Official Fails To Remit Intending Hajj Pilgrims’ Money In Niger

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It was gathered that about 150 intending pilgrims paid into the APO’s personal bank account as he directed them instead of paying into the official designated account Thel number of people registered by the APO was more than the allocation given to his local government and he only remitted for the assigned number of people … Read more

BREAKING: Gunmen Attack Niger, Kill Army Major, 19 Others [PHOTOS]

Gunmen Attack Niger, Kill Army Major, 19 Others. Major Anara, and Capt Abubakar Samido, were among the military casualties in the attack carried out by terrorists. EDITOR’S PICK [JUST IN] 2023: Atiku Reacts To Fayose’s Calls For Southern Presidency JUST IN: Ohanaeze Reveals Why Nnamdi Kanu Was Denied Bail JUST IN: Drama As PDP Gives … Read more

JUST IN: Crisis Looms As Vigilante Commandant Shuts Down Offices In Niger [See Why]

Crisis Looms As Vigilante Commandant Shuts Down Offices In Niger. The order comes following the commandant’s arrest by the police for clamping down on hoodlums causing breach of peace in Minna, the state capital in particular. EDITOR’S PICK 2023: APP Drag Tinubu To Court Over Academic Qualifications [JUST IN] 2023: Buhari Speaks On ‘Going For 3rd … Read more

[JUST IN] PDP Delegates Shot Dead In Niger

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The delegates were said to have been killed on Wednesday while returning to Mariga after the party postponed the primaries due to a protest by some of the aspirants Those who lost their lives in the incident were substituted to complete the number of delegates from the local government EDITOR’S PICK Ukraine War: West Must … Read more

Police Warn Against Violence Ahead Of APC Guber Primary In Niger

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The police spokesman also warned that “anyone who has no business with the exercise should stay away from the venue…” He advised parents and guardians to talk to their wards against being used as political thugs to disrupt public peace EDITOR’S PICK Many Feared Dead As Explosion Rocks Kano 2023 Presidency: Ohanaeze Threatens Boycott Of … Read more

2023: I’m The Only One Running For Presidency – Tinubu

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Tinubu explained that his developmental stride and achievements as a former governor of Lagos State were track records that only him could save the country…  He promised to transform the country from poverty, develop infrastructure and ensure that children were in school… EDITOR’S PICK 2023: Buhari’s Aide Confirms Jonathan Now APC Member ‘I’m Forced To … Read more

JUST IN: Niger Govt Confirms NAF Fighter Jet Killed 6 Children

Niger Govt Confirms NAF Fighter Jet Killed 6 Children Matane said the incident which occurred last week is being investigated, adding that the children were killed during a raid on the terrorists. EDITOR’S PICK [JUST IN] 2023: Group Vows To Sue Goodluck Jonathan If He Fails To Declare For Presidency APC Ticket: Tinubu, Amaechi At … Read more

Viral Video Of Soldier Allegedly Abandoned By Colleagues ‘Misleading’ – Army

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The army said the video was shot by the soldier after he absconded from his duty The soldier’s action amounts to a betrayal of the esprit de corps and comradery EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Army has described as misleading the viral video of a soldier who claimed he had been abandoned by … Read more

Niger State Government Lifts Tourism with Shagunu Beach Resort

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  The Executive Governor of Niger State, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello’s efforts to boost tourism in the state. Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Mrs Chidawa Rifkatu Adamu said ‘’it is the desire of Governor Abubakar Sani Bello led administration in the state to make Shagunu Beach Resort one of the country’s top tourism sites … Read more

Bandits Abduct Construction Workers In Niger State

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Eyewitnesses said that the workers were beaten and tied while two of them were taken away by the bandits  The incident grounded vehicular movement for several hours  EKO HOT BLOGBLOG reports that two construction workers have been abducted by bandits along the Lambata Izom road in Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State. According to … Read more

Another Bomb Blast Rocks Niger Community

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Just five days ago, a bomb blast occurred in the same community, killing four officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) The explosion is believed to have come from an Improvised Explosive Device EKO HOT BLOG reports that another explosion has been recorded  in Galadima-Kogo, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. … Read more

NECO Releases 2021 SSCE Results (See How To Check)

NECO has released SSCE results.   EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Examinations Councils (NECO) has released the 2021 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) results. Professor Dantani Wushishi, NECO Registrar, announced this on Thursday, in Minna, Niger State capital. Read Also: ‘I Can Hear Sound Of Bombs In My House’ – Nigerian Clergyman Based In … Read more

Bandits Attack Niger Communities, Kill 8, Abduct 14 Others

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The attacks forced dozens of residents, especially women and children, to flee…  EKO HOT BLOG reports that no fewer than eight persons have been killed, while 14 others, including five women, were abducted by bandits at Gpekure, Makuba and Galapai communities in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. Daily Trust gathered that the communities … Read more

Police Rescue 20 Abducted Victims, Kill Several Bandits In Niger

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…after a fierce gun battle with military personnel, several of the bandits were killed and…  EKO HOT BLOG reports that twenty abducted persons in Niger State have regained their freedom after the police in Niger State raided a bandits’ hideout at Anaba hilltop, Magama Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, … Read more

Bandits Terror In Niger: Army Chief Storms State, Reveals Next Move

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Bandits Terror In Niger: Army Chief Storms State, Reveals Next Move EKO HOT BLOG reports that aftermath of repeated attacks, killings and kidnappings ravaging communities in Niger State, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Major General Faruk Yahaya on Saturday commenced an operational visit to Army bases in the state. Residents in various communities in … Read more

Terrorists Kill Two Persons, Abduct Scores In Niger Communities

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…the terrorists attacked the communities at about 11pm.  EKO HOT BLOG reports that two people have died and many abducted following terrorists’ invasion of Tungan Bako and Kawo communities in the Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State. A resident, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told our correspondent that the terrorists demanded a ransom … Read more