Severe Heat Waves Can Trigger Premature Delivery, Says Public Health Professor

Heat waves can lead to dehydration, heat cramps, and heat exhaustion Pregnant women and outdoor workers face higher risks from heat waves Reducing activities that cause global warming can help prevent heat waves Eko Hot Blog reports that Professor Tanimola Akande of the University of Ilorin has warned that pregnant women face an increased risk … Read more

Student Nabbed For Stabbing Final-Year FUTO Undergraduate To Death

IMSU student arrested for stabbing FUTO final year student to death Police say suspect confessed to stabbing victim during heated argument Command dispels rumors student was killed by herdsman Eko Hot Blog reports that the Imo State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old Imo State University student, Francis Marvellous, for allegedly stabbing a final year … Read more

Eko Hot Blog Publisher Sees Hope For Nigeria’s Electoral System Despite BVAS Failure

BVAS Challenges: Eko Hot Blog’s Abass acknowledges recent BVAS issues in Nigeria’s elections. Optimism for Reform:Despite setbacks, he remains optimistic about Nigeria’s electoral progress. Call for Civic Engagement: Abass urges active citizen involvement for meaningful electoral improvements. Eko Hot Blog reports that Otunba T.J Abass, publisher of the popular Eko Hot Blog, expressed optimism for … Read more

Hoodlums Vandalize BUA Truck, Loot Spaghetti Cartons In Zaria

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that a BUA truck conveying cartons of spaghetti has been attacked by hoodlums at Dogarawa axis of Zaria-Kano expressway. Dogarawa is a settlement located on the outskirt of Zaria along the expressway. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation at Crossroads: Balancing Health and Hardship in Nigeria’s Sachet Alcohol Ban Cement Hits N11,000 Per Bag … Read more

FG Follows US, UK Lead, Slams $10 Billion Fine on Binance

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has slammed a $10 billion fine on the cryptocurrency trading platform Binance over its role in the free fall of the naira. This was made known by the Special Adviser to the President On Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in an interview with the BBC on Friday … Read more

BREAKING: Jose Peseiro Officially Resigns As Super Eagles Coach

Eko Hot Blog reports that Portuguese football manager, Jose Peseiro, has announced his departure as the head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Peseiro announced this in a terse message shared on his official X handle Friday. Yesterday, we concluded our contract with the NFF. “It was a pride and honour to coach the … Read more

Yoruba Monarchs Seek Support For Tinubu’s Administration

Yoruba monarchs call for support of Tinubu at security summit Summit attended by Ooni, gov, and rulers from across region Resolved Yorubas should take control of forests to combat herdsmen Eko Hot Blog reports that traditional rulers in the South-West have called for strong support from the Yoruba race for the administration of President Bola … Read more

Customs Seize N1.7bn Fake Drugs In Oyo/Osun

Nigeria Customs Service Oyo/Osun Command seized N1.7 billion worth of fake pharmaceuticals, including Augmentin, Ampiclox and Amoxycillin, concealed in 53 sacks. The Command collected over N5.6 billion in February 2024, bringing the total collection so far in 2024 to over N12.4 billion. Other seizures made by the Command include foreign rice, petrol, cannabis, used tires … Read more

Tinubu To Sign Executive Order Reducing The Price Of Drugs

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Health and Social Welfare Minister, Muhammed Pate, has announced that President Bola Tinubu will soon sign an Executive Order to significantly reduce the cost of drugs and pharmaceutical products in the country. He also disclosed that the Federal Government secured a $1 billion grant from Afriexim Bank and foreign partners … Read more

Tinubu Departs Nigeria For Qatar Today

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Thursday, February 29th, 2024, depart Lagos State and embark on a two-day official visit to the State of Qatar to further strengthen cooperation between the two nations in several areas, including security, cultural exchange, and economic development. This online media platform gathered that this is … Read more

Crypto Crackdown: Controversy Trails Detention Of Binance Executives In Nigeria

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has reportedly detained two senior executives, an American and a British Pakistani, at Binance. The detention comes amid the Nigerian government’s efforts to rein in speculation on the naira by cracking down on cryptocurrency exchanges. Recall that last week, the … Read more

We Simply Want To Tell The World That Nigerians Are Dying Because Of FG’s Policies – NLC

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said that the ongoing protest aims to compel the Federal Government to halt obnoxious policies that have led to the economic crisis in the country. The Congress lamented that the government’s draconian policies are killing workers and Nigerians in general. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation at … Read more

BREAKING: Nigeria Sets 24-Month Deadline For New Constitution

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a bold initiative aimed at reforming Nigeria’s foundational legal document, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the House Committee on Constitution Review, Benjamin Kalu, announced on Monday, February 26, that the nation is poised to unveil a new constitution ready for the President’s signature within the … Read more

Pope Francis Sounds Alarm On Nigeria’s Kidnapping Crisis

  Eko Hot Blog reports that In a candid statement, Pope Francis has voiced his deep concern over the alarming rate of kidnappings in Nigeria. Taking to social media, the Pope expressed solidarity with the Nigerian people, urging concerted efforts to curb the escalating incidents. Editor’s Pick: ‘No Plan To Overthrow Tinubu’ – DHQ Refutes … Read more

Peter Obi Sends Message To Nigerian Youths Amidst Economic Crisis

Peter Obi

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has sent a message to the Nigerian youths amidst the economic crisis plaguing the nation. He praised the youths for their tenacity and courage, especially during the election period. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation at Crossroads: Balancing Health and Hardship … Read more

Nigeria’s Potential Return to Parliamentary System: Assessing Prospects and Challenges

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In a bold step towards reshaping Nigeria’s political landscape, some members of the House of Representatives have initiated a compelling push for constitutional reforms aimed at reinstating the parliamentary system of government. The lawmakers, not less than 60 in number, are proposing a bill to alter the 1999 constitution to return the country to parliamentary … Read more

Onanuga Defends Tinubu’s Swift Fuel Subsidy Removal

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu acted in Nigeria’s best interest by swiftly removing the petrol subsidy after taking office, according to his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How Model Of Aircraft Carrying Wigwe, Wife, … Read more

Nigeria Customs Bolsters Anti-Smuggling Efforts Amid Food Crisis

Eko Hot Blog reports that in a bid to crack down on the smuggling of food out of the country, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is deploying drones and more operatives to monitor about 1,500 identified illegal border crossings, according to NCS spokesperson Abdullahi Maiwada. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins … Read more

Dodging A Bullet: Why Nigerian Youth Should Be Thankful Obi Lost

The dream was enticing, a new Nigeria led by the competency and integrity of Peter Obi. After decades of misrule, Obi’s candidacy galvanized Nigerian youth hungry for change. But Obi’s electoral loss may have been a blessing in disguise as Nigeria descends into crisis. Had Obi won, he would have inherited a hot mess – … Read more