An early morning fire on Wednesday gutted several shops located near the General Post Office on Ibokwu Street, close to Old Market Road in Onitsha, a bustling commercial hub in Anambra State. The inferno reportedly destroyed goods, property, and equipment worth millions of naira. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of … Read more
Two men, suspected of being revenue touts allegedly working with the Anambra State government, were set on fire by an enraged mob in Onitsha after they caused the death of an innocent bystander. According to reports from Vanguard, the incident took place on Old Market Road near Venn Road, by Egerton, Onitsha. The two men … Read more
Peter Obi urges President Tinubu to directly address Nigerians regarding protests against bad governance and economic hardship. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has urged President Bola Tinubu to directly address Nigerians regarding the ongoing protests against bad governance and harsh economic conditions. In a statement … Read more
Three Dismissed Officers Convicted of Murder Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Killing Man in 2016 Court Finds Them Guilty of Conspiracy and Murder Charges Eko Hot Blog reports that in a landmark ruling, an Anambra State High Court in Onitsha has convicted and sentenced three former police officers to life imprisonment for their involvement in … Read more
The NDLEA issued a warning about the dangers of transporting luggage without knowing its contents. Two students were nearly incarcerated after codeine syrup was found in luggage they agreed to transport. The NDLEA’s intervention prevented their imprisonment. Eko Hot Blog reports that The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has issued a strong warning to … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that an unconfirmed number of individuals may be trapped following the collapse of a five-storey building under construction at Basden Street, Fegge, in the commercial hub of Onitsha, Anambra State. Reports indicate that the building, intended for commercial use upon completion, collapsed during the early hours of Sunday while several construction workers … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an Onitsha trader, his wife, two children, mother in-law and newly arrived apprentice have been reported dead after inhaling poisonous fumes from the generator powered the first night in their new mansion. Sympathisers who wailed uncontrollably yesterday at Borromeo hospital, Onitsha where the bodies were rushed to said the man, … Read more
The second Niger Bridge has been successfully completed and commissioned, fulfilling a long-awaited promise to the people of South-eastern Nigeria. Buhari and Uzodimma, along with other South-East governors and stakeholders, have expressed their gratitude for the completion of this significant infrastructure project. The bridge, named the “President Muhammadu Buhari Bridge,” EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Adamu Garba has commended Peter Obi, Labour Party presidential candidate, for visiting the Central Mosque in Onitsha during Eid el Fitr celebrations. Obi joined the local Muslim community, maintaining his custom of visiting the mosque and building a close relationship with them. The visit was praised by both the Muslim community and political leaders, earning … Read more
Peter Obi visited the Central Mosque in Onitsha and joins the Muslim Community to celebrate Eid el Fitr. The Muslims at the mosque appreciated his routine visits and close relationship with them, describing him as the only politician who has kept this up. During the visit, they prayed for the OBIdient movement and the emergence … Read more
A mysterious fire has ravaged Onitsha main market in Anambra. The fire broke out in the early hours of Tuesday. The fire reportedly broke out in a section of the market known as the White House. EKO HOT BLOG reports that goods and shops worth millions have been destroyed after a mysterious fire broke out … Read more
Fire has razed down some shops at the popular Onitsha main market. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a fire has gutted some shops at the Ose Main Market, Onitsha, Anambra State, in the early hours of Saturday. The affected shops are located at 4 Ajasa Street, where they sell drums of chemicals. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: … Read more
Fire has gutted the popular Onitsha main market. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a section of the popular main market in Onitsha, Anambra State, has been razed down following a fire outbreak. A trader in the market, Obenta Jude said two blocks of shops within the section of the market known as Kano Street have … Read more
Multi-million naira worth of goods and buildings have been destroyed in the fire that gutted the Chemical Market in Onitsha Head Bridge, Anambra State, with many people said to be trapped in the fire. Eko Hot Blog reports that the fire started at about 12:10pm on Tuesday when the chemicals stored in some shops started … Read more
In Kogi State on Saturday, agents of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) seized 18 pump action rifles and 2,300 cartridges. Eko Hot Blog reports that three individuals were detained in connection with the recovery of the firearms, according to a statement released on Sunday by Femi Babafemi, director of media and advocacy at … Read more
A bus in Onitsha has caught fire on Niger Bridge EKO HOT BLOG reports that a commercial bus on Sunday went up in flames at the Niger bridge in Onitsha Anambra State The incident was said to have occurred around 1.02pm. EDITOR’S PICK Sanwo-Olu Allays Residents’ Fear, Directs Security Agencies On Vigilance Level … Read more
Property destroyed as fire razes two-storey in Onitsha …the State Fire Chief, Engr. Martin Agbili said the cause of the fire remained unknown, adding that no life was lost in the inferno. EDITOR’S PICK 2023: Tinubu’s Ally Reveals What Will Determine Winner Of Presidential Election APC 2023: Bola Tinubu Shortlists El-Rufai, Oshiomhole For Campaign DG … Read more
Two escape death in Onitsha bank fire ….two victims of fire incident at UBA bank, opposite Ejison plaza main market, Onitsha. EDITOR’S PICK Obi Reacts To Tinubu’s Labourers’ Comment, Says ‘There’s Dignity In Labour’ BREAKING: IGP Bans Use Of Spy Number Plates Nationwide [See Why] Tinubu/Shettima: 3 Top APC Members Who Quit Party Over Muslim-Muslim … Read more
A rainstorm in Onitsha on Monday blew away roofs and flooded the roads …a source downpour was the first heavy rain in the area since the completion of the road EDITOR’S PICK [JUST IN] 2023: APC Commences Sale Of Nomination Forms BREAKING: House Of Assembly Member Dumps APC For PDP [PHOTO] [BREAKING] 2023: Goodluck Jonathan … Read more
Three persons have been dead as Onitsha market building collapsed. EKO HOT BLOG reports that three persons have been feared dead in a building collapse in Ochanja Central Market, Onitsha, Anambra State. The structure, a two-storey building, reportedly collapsed around 5:45pm on Saturday. Read Also: Lagos Govt Promotes Mass Literacy, Skills Acquisition In Epe Eye witnesses … Read more