Primate Elijah Ayodele, the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has issued a stern warning to President Tinubu, urging him to take immediate action to prevent a massive protest that could cripple the Nigerian economy for two weeks. In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele emphasized that confusion will continue … Read more
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has issued an urgent warning to the public regarding rising water levels in the River Niger system. The alert was given on Friday by the agency’s Director-General, Umar Mohammed, who emphasized the potential threat of flooding as waters from upstream activities in neighboring countries are gradually making their way … Read more
Six family members, including a mother, Alhaqatu Abdulkarim, and her five children, have tragically died after consuming a local delicacy in Karkari village, Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State. The victims were reportedly taken to Gwarzo General Hospital for treatment after experiencing severe abdominal complications. Unfortunately, they died in intervals while receiving medical care. … Read more
Controversial Miss South Africa contestant Chidimma Adetshina has now entered the Miss Universe Nigeria competition as the representative for Taraba State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chidimma, born in Soweto at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in 2001, has a diverse background with an Igbo father and a Mozambican mother who is now a naturalized South … Read more
The Federal Government has received 70 hybrid Jet Mover buses from Jet Motor Company as part of efforts to improve Nigeria’s transportation sector. In a statement to EKO HOT BLOG on Monday, the Nigerian automobile manufacturer announced the delivery of the buses, which run on both compressed natural gas (CNG) and premium motor spirit (PMS). … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has contributed N50 billion to support the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). EKO HOT BLOG reports that this announcement was made by the anti-corruption agency on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, during a courtesy visit to the EFCC headquarters in Abuja by the Fund’s Managing Director and Chief Executive … Read more
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has announced that it has disbursed N5 million each to 82.36% of the depositors of the now-defunct Heritage Bank. However, 17.64% of the insured deposits are still pending, primarily due to issues such as Post-No Debit instructions on accounts or missing Bank Verification Numbers (BVNs). EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has clarified that the recent raid at the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) secretariat was not directed at the NLC, its staff, or leadership. In a statement released on Friday, Police Force spokesman Muyiwa Adejobi explained that the operation targeted a suspected criminal traced to a shop … Read more
Plateau State relaxes the 24-hour curfew in Jos-Bukuru, allowing movement between 2pm and 6pm daily due to improved security. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Plateau State Government has eased the 24-hour curfew imposed on the Jos-Bukuru metropolis, effective Wednesday, August 7, 2024, in response to improving security conditions. Residents are now permitted to move freely … Read more
A two-storey building under construction in Gujungu town, Jigawa State, collapsed, killing three individuals and injuring four others. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a two-storey building under construction in Gujungu town, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State, collapsed on Saturday, resulting in the tragic deaths of three individuals. The Public Relations Officer of the Jigawa … Read more
A school building collapse in Busa Buji, Jos North, Plateau State, has trapped many students, prompting ongoing rescue efforts and causing distress among parents. Eko Hot Blog reports that many students are currently trapped in a collapsed school building in the Busa Buji community of Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State. The incident occurred … Read more
Over 100 houses were destroyed and millions of naira in property damage were caused by a gas explosion in Jamata, Lokoja LGA, Kogi State, with the Commissioner urging caution and promising government assistance. Eko Hot Blog reports that over a hundred houses were destroyed in a recent cooking gas explosion that rocked Jamata, a neighborhood … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has promised the reinvigoration of the livestock value chain in Nigeria to transform the challenges to economic opportunities. The president who performed the official flag-off of the agric mechanisation revolution for food security in Minna, Niger Stare, yesterday called for the cooperation of state governors. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Six suspected were arrested by men of the Nigerian Police Force for kidnapping an eight-year-old daughter of their colleague in Lagos State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the suspects are Bureau De Change operators in Lagos who conspired to abduct the daughter of their fellow operator. EDITOR’S PICKS Why We Will Mobilize Support For Tinubu, … Read more
‘Stop Giving False Prophecies On Nigeria Elections’ – Archbishop Kaigama EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja Diocese, Ignatius Kaigama on Sunday warned religious leaders against dabbling into politics in the name of divine prophecy. The cleric said religious leaders must resist the temptation to do the bidding of influential Nigerians by … Read more
2023: APC Chieftain Identifies Kind Of President Nigeria Needs EKO HOT BLOG reports that a member of Board of Trustees (BoT) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Sam Nkire has said Nigeria needs a President who would own up to his own doings, and not trade blames. In a statement he personally signed in … Read more
Chief Edwin Clark has been critical of the present administration in Nigeria EKO HOT BLOG reports that elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark has said a new Constitution is the only way Nigeria can avert disintegration. In a recent statement titled, ‘Majority of Nigerians believe in State Police because it is one Cardinal points or one … Read more
Oyetola on Thursday inaugurated the newly reconstructed Ada-Igbajo road. Osun State Governor reconstructs the road after 33 years of abandonment EKO HOT BLOG reports that Osun State governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Thursday inaugurated the newly reconstructed Ada-Igbajo road after 33 years of neglect. Speaking at the inauguration of the project, the governor said, “the choice … Read more
Mu’azu Sambo says President Muhammadu Buhari has chosen the right direction for infrastructure development in the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Sambo, the recently appointed Minister of State for Works and Housing, noted this when he assumed office on Wednesday. Sambo asserted that Nigerians, who doubted Buhari’s capacity would only realise his importance after … Read more
Femi Falana says some governors are influencing President Muhammadu Buhari’s decision not to assent to the electoral bill. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Femi Falana, a senior advocate of Nigeria (SAN), says some governors in the All Progressives Congress (APC) are influencing President Muhammadu Buhari’s decision, not to assent to the electoral bill. On November … Read more