On February 21, 2024, investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo released a blockbuster report detailing his time going undercover as a smuggler in Nigeria. His experience uncovered the deep alleged corruption within the ranks of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The investigative reporter, through the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), narrated how the NCS top brass connived … Read more
Lagos residents have recently faced incidents of thugs seizing their phones in some parts of the state. The police commissioner in the state has given instructions to DPOs to arrest the situation. He also ordered the immediate prosecution of 303 suspects arrested during weekend raids of criminal hideouts. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner … Read more
LASBCA is in the eye of the storm over alleged detention at St. Margaret School. The building control agency was accused of illegally detaining members of staff and demolishing structures in the school. The agency has offered an explanation for the allegations. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has … Read more
Commercial motorcycles have been restricted from Lagos highways for years. Despite the ban, some motorcycle riders have flouted the ban. The disregard of the law has forced the Lagos government to clamp down on offenders. Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) supported by their counterparts from LAMATA Enforcement Team, … Read more
Deputy Commissioner of Police, Gbolahan Oyedemi, reportedly commits suicide in Ogbomoso, Oyo State Oyedemi served as the Aide de Camp to former Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala during his 11-month tenure Family source indicates Oyedemi instructed aides to celebrate Easter with their families before the incident EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Deputy Commissioner of Police serving with … Read more
12-Year-Old Child Opens Fire In Finnish School, Injures Three Police have the suspect in custody and activated the city’s crisis group. Finnish Interior Minister expressed shock and concern over the incident on social media. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a 12-year-old opened fire at a school outside the Finnish capital Helsinki on Tuesday, injuring three other … Read more
The students were abducted in Delta last Friday. The police confirmed their abduction on Monday night. However, the force announced their release a few hours later. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Delta State Police Command says nine students who were abducted while travelling along the East-West road in Ughelli, Delta State, have regained their … Read more
Germany’s parliament partially legalised the possession of cannabis in February 2024. The law came into effect on Monday, April 1, 2024. It allows adults in Germany to carry up to 25 grams of cannabis for their own consumption, spurring celebration from smokers. Eko Hot Blog reports that it has become legal for adults in Germany … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos state police command says it has arrested a fake soldier who was declared wanted by the military. Speaking with NAN on Sunday, Benjamin Hundeyin, the state police spokesperson, said the suspect was arrested on Saturday at about 3.00 pm in Ijegun area of Lagos during a routine visibility … Read more
• Surge in online marketplace scams reported in Lagos • Buyers being duped by fraudsters posing as sellers • Police caution consumers on verifying seller identities Eko Hot Blog reports that in a startling revelation, the Lagos State Police Command has sounded an alarm over a surge in fraudulent activities plaguing popular online marketplaces, leaving … Read more
In February, police officers on fact-finding and rescue missions were ambushed and killed in Ughelli, Delta. The police say six officers are still missing in action. The force has revealed the arrest of some suspects who allegedly carried out the attack. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force has arrested eight suspects in … Read more
Police Hand Over Arrested Traditional Ruler To Military. Monarch denies involvement in alleged killing of 17 army officers and soldiers. State government aware of situation, opponent’s recent invitation mentioned by monarch. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Delta State Police Command has transferred HRM Clement Ikolo Oghenerukevwe, the arrested traditional ruler of Ewu kingdom in Ughelli … Read more
Woman fatally crushed by Dangote mixer truck in Abule Egba due to brake failure. LASTMA evacuates body; driver handed to Oko-Oba Police Station. Truck’s brake failure led to incident; LASTMA confirms rescue with police support. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a woman in Abule Egba, Lagos, was fatally crushed by a Dangote mixer truck after the … Read more
A fake kidnap attempt has gone wrong in Lagos. Four people worked together to extort ₦5 million from one of their families. However, police detectives in Lagos foiled the attempt. Eko Hot Blog reports that an attempt by four people to fake a kidnap in Lagos State has been foiled by police detectives in the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has reorganized and strengthened its Enforcement Team to enhance service delivery across the state. According to Arc. Gbolahan Oki, the General Manager of LASBCA, the team has been regrouped “towards a wider reach and enhanced service delivery across the state.” Editor’s Pick: FG … Read more
The Edo State Police Command is conducting extensive searches in creeks and forests to rescue the kidnapped PDP chairman. The State Commissioner of Police assured the citizens of their efforts to clamp down criminal activities in the state He emphasized a zero-tolerance approach towards criminality and praised the efforts of vigilante groups in maintaining security. … Read more
A bus carrying Kenyan University students had accident, killing 11 students and 42 seriously injured. The accident occurred while the bus was overtaking vehicles. Road accidents are common in Kenya due to poor road conditions and disregard for traffic regulations A bus carrying students from a top Kenyan versity collided with a truck on a … Read more
IGP Kayode Egbetokun presented N1.59 billion in cheques to 727 families of deceased police officers. Funds were disbursed for group life insurance, life assurance balance payments, and full group life assurance in 2022/2023. This marks the fifth batch of disbursement under the IGP’s tenure, totaling over N7 billion to 2,000 families for life assurance and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government, alongside the Agege Local Government, has ordered traders and beggars on rail tracks along the Agege corridor to vacate before strict enforcement and demolition. The local and state governments gave the directive on Sunday at a stakeholders meeting with illegal occupants, owners of shanties, traders, and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a Point-of-Sale (POS) operator has foiled an attempt by a customer, Linda Ihebinike, to make a N90,000 transaction with fake notes. The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Lagos State Police Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed the development in a statement on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS How Nigeria’s Digital In Health Initiative … Read more