Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo has revealed that he deliberately chose not to involve the Nigerian military in his recent investigation into crude oil bunkering in the Niger Delta, citing the alleged involvement of some military personnel in the illegal activities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Soyombo made the claim during an appearance on Channels Television … Read more
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has strongly condemned the arrest of investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo, calling it an attack on press freedom. On Friday, Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Danjuma, Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division Army Public Relations, confirmed Soyombo’s arrest, explaining that it occurred during a military operation targeting a notorious gang involved in pipeline … Read more
On Saturday, the Defence Headquarters announced a major breakthrough in the fight against terrorism with the capture of Abubakar Bawa Ibrahim, also known as Habu Dogo, a notorious terrorist leader in Northwest Nigeria. Dogo, reportedly linked to numerous attacks, killings, and kidnappings in Sokoto State, was captured by troops in Rumji Village, Illela Local Government … Read more
As the National Assembly resumes today (Tuesday) from its annual recess, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele announced on Monday that both chambers are expecting President Bola Tinubu to present the 2025 budget alongside the new Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper. In a statement personally signed by Bamidele, he emphasized the importance of … Read more
Maj. Gen. Emeka Onumajuru, Chief of Defence Operations, announced that 125,517 terrorists and their families have surrendered to troops. He also revealed that over 60,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) have been relocated with the support of the Borno State Government, which has helped to alleviate congestion in some IDP camps. Addressing journalists in Abuja on … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Navy has arrested two individuals for alleged involvement in oil theft activities in Rivers State. The suspects were caught operating a covert bunkering operation hidden within their private residence. EDITOR’S PICK FG To Repatriate 250 More Nigerians From UAE JUST IN: Imo Assembly Votes Out Chief Judge For Alleged … Read more
President Tinubu directs security agencies to tackle crude oil theft in Niger Delta. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has instructed heads of security and intelligence agencies to intensify efforts against crude oil theft in the Niger Delta region. According to a report from this online media platform, Mele Kyari, the Group Managing … Read more
Nosiru Onibon has weighed in on the pervasive issue of crime in Nigeria. In his opinion, the low prosecution of crimes has resulted in lack of accountability. He says lack of accountability leads to repeat crimes. Eko Hot Blog reports that a former Deputy Vice Chancellor of the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Associate … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Navy Ship Beecroft Operation Delta Sanity has confirmed the interception of a Ghana-owned motor tanker, SWEET MIRI, for its alleged involvement in crude oil theft. The Navy revealed in a statement released over the weekend that the vessel was seized 174 nautical miles away from the Nigerian coast, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated the board of directors of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. The NNPCL spokesperson, Femi Soneye, disclosed the development on Monday. He said the president inaugurated the board on Monday at the villa in Abuja. In November, Tinubu approved the appointment of the new … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Siminalayi Fubara, Rivers State Governor, has alleged that men of the Nigerian Army in the state involved in the illegal oil theft business. Fubara stated this at the Government House in Port Harcourt when the Chief of Army Staff General Taoreed Lagbaja paid him a visit on Friday. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Navy has thwarted an oil theft operation at Lekki Waters and arrested four individuals identified as men of TANTITA Security Service, owned by a Niger Delta ex-militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo. However, Tantita security service swiftly dismissed the report, claiming their men were after the … Read more
Ex-militants from the Niger Delta Special Force (NDSF) support Asari Dokubo’s allegations that certain military officers are involved in aiding oil theft in the region. They criticize Eshanekpe Israel, also known as ‘General Israel,’ for attacking Dokubo over his claims. The NDSF urges President Bola Tinubu to review the current surveillance contract in the Niger … Read more
An APC lawmaker criticizes former militant leader Asari Dokubo for accusing the military of involvement in oil theft. Agbese urges Dokubo to stop denigrating the military and attempting to popularize militancy. He acknowledges that improvements can be made in protecting national assets but emphasizes the need to support the troops. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Daniel Bwala, a media aide to Atiku Abubakar, criticizes Asari Dokubo’s claims on oil theft in the South-South region, stating that they lack investigative reports. Dokubo had alleged that only experts in the military have the resources and technology for oil bunkering, implicating top Army, military, and Navy officials. Dokubo visited President Bola Tinubu before … Read more
Niger Delta leader Asari Dokubo claims that the Nigerian Army and Navy are responsible for 99% of oil theft in the region. He supports the government in eliminating oil theft and believes the military has sufficient resources to combat security challenges. Dokubo criticizes the release of Nnamdi Kanu, stating it rewards criminality and calls … Read more
Set to embark on reforms in terms of our security architecture Says Nigeria can’t be on its knees while other countries are making progress Mandates security heads to come up with a blueprint Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has instructed Service Chiefs to crush anyone involved in oil theft. Speaking at his … Read more
Why FG Must Name Terrorism Financiers – Peter Obi EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has challenged the Federal Government to publicly name terrorism financiers and oil thieves across the country. He said the call had become imperative to ensure there were no ‘sacred cows’ in the … Read more
Presidency Vows To Name ‘Big Men’ Behind Oil Theft EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, has said the federal government would soon reveal the identities of important personalities behind oil theft in the country. Shehu said that as part … Read more
Naira may fall to N700 per dollar over low export and oil theft, a report has said. Eko Hot Blogreports that to stem the steady fall of the naira against the dollar, the Federal Government has been advised to as a matter of urgency put an end to the festering crude oil theft, boost oil production, and … Read more