Tinubu Orders Review of Security Operations, Deployment of Drones Against Terrorists Vice President described the attack as a heavy loss to both the state and the nation. Shettima offered prayers for the bereaved families President Bola Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces to review ongoing security operations, including the deployment of advanced military hardware and … Read more
Tinubu Directs Security Agencies to Intensify Operations in Katsina State Tinubu described Nigeria’s security challenges as solvable He emphasized importance security personnel familiar with local terrains President Bola Tinubu has directed an immediate review of security operations in Katsina State. Eko Hot Blog reports that in a statement released Tuesday by his Senior Special Adviser … Read more
DHQ Denies Allegations Of Paying Terrorists Monthly Allowances. The military operates a DDR framework for repentant ex-combatants after profiling. El-Rufai’s allegations had earlier been dismissed by Kaduna State and ONSA. The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed claims that the Nigerian military is paying monthly allowances or supplying food to terrorists and bandits under the guise … Read more
Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has issued threats of retaliation following the arrest of his close associate, Bako Wurgi, by Nigerian Army troops. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Wurgi, also known as Baka NaGarba, was a key figure in Turji’s criminal network, handling ransom negotiations and collecting payments from kidnappings. His capture has reportedly enraged … Read more
The Katsina State Police Command has paraded Adewumi Gabriel, Head of ATM Operations at a new generation bank’s Daura branch, for conspiring with a colleague to steal N18 million from a customer’s account. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Adewumi admitted to collaborating with David Mesioye, who is currently at large, using their knowledge of the … Read more
The body of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, is set to arrive in Abuja from Lagos on Thursday. Upon arrival, his remains will be honored with a guard of honor and a red carpet procession, with top military officials in attendance. The body will then be transferred to an ambulance … Read more
The military has uncovered an intensified recruitment drive by terrorist groups, particularly ISWAP, using social media channels. In response, military forces have pledged to maintain their offensive operations to eliminate these threats, according to Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, in a statement on Saturday. Buba highlighted that recent air and ground … Read more
The Nigerian Army has assured the public that there is no leadership vacuum despite the current official leave of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Director of Army Public Relations, Maj. Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, confirmed that Maj. Gen. Abdulsalami Ibrahim, the Chief of Policy … Read more
In Yobe State, a fresh assault by heavily armed men suspected to be Boko Haram terrorists has struck Buni Yadi, the administrative center of Gujba Local Government Area. This attack comes just days after terrorists killed at least 34 people in the region. EDITOR’S PICKS I’ll Support Nigerian Govt Find Solution To Farmers/Herders’ Crises … Read more
NSCDC operatives in Nasarawa State successfully repelled a bandit raid on their Lafia headquarters. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Nasarawa State successfully defended their state command in Lafia against a raid by unknown assailants suspected to be bandits. The bandits, reportedly in large numbers, stormed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that in the shadows of our city streets, a strange dance unfolds, a choreography of power, fear, and the unspoken rules that govern the realm of the “Men in Black.” These enigmatic figures, clad in their ominous uniforms, weave a tapestry of tales that challenge our notions of justice and the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The US Department of State has advised Americans to reconsider travelling to Nigeria “due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed gangs.” Following its travel advisory update done on Wednesday, the US noted that some areas “have increased risk”. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun Records Cholera Outbreak, Warns Residents Mohbad’s Mother … Read more
There is tight security at NASS as Buhari presents 2023 Budget. EKO HOT BLOG reports that security has been beefed up in and around the NASS complex as President Muhammadu Buhari presents the 2023 Appropriation Bill before a joint session of the National Assembly on Friday. Combined teams of security agencies have been deployed at … Read more