Rivers United currently sits atop the NPFL standings provisionally after securing a 2-0 victory against Enyimba today in Port Harcourt. The match was a notable encounter between former Super Eagles player Finidi George, who is now the head coach of Rivers United, and his former assistant at Enyimba, Yemi Olanrewaju. In the end, Finidi emerged … Read more
Four people have reportedly been killed, and a bus set ablaze, following heavy gunfire during the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Eastern Zone election in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Saturday. According to our correspondent at the Abuloma Model Primary School, where the election was held, the process was progressing smoothly until over 100 armed men … Read more
Aribibia Fubara, a director with the Rivers State Board of Internal Revenue Service, has been freed after spending 11 days in captivity. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Fubara was abducted by a group of six armed men who arrived by speedboat through the Okirika Waterfront to the Marine Base area of Port Harcourt on August … Read more
Job Posting: Realtor/Real Estate Agent – Port Harcourt Company: Blessed Hill Properties Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers (Hybrid) Employment Type: Fixed-term contract/Freelance Experience Level: 0-5 years (Experience not mandatory) Education: Bachelor’s Degree Industry: Real Estate, Architecture, Town Planning Age Range: 18-27 years Open Positions: 5 Company Overview: EKO HOT BLOG reports that Blessed Hill Properties is a Port … Read more
Gunmen have reportedly shot a security guard at the Action People’s Party (APP) secretariat in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, in a midnight attack less than a month after the party’s headquarters in the New GRA was bombed. Speaking to journalists at the scene on Wednesday, state party chairman Sunny Wokekoro said the details surrounding the … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has accused journalist David Hundeyin and another individual, Michael Temidayo Alade, of being accomplices to Bristol Isaac Tamunobifiri, also known as PIDOM. The police allege that PIDOM, who operates under the X handle @pidomnigeria, is involved in a case concerning criminal conspiracy, sedition, and the unauthorized distribution of classified documents EKO … Read more
The #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protesters have stormed the house of former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike in Port Harcourt. Nyesom Wike, currently serving as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, had strongly opposed the protests in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that while the protests have subsided in Abuja, they continue to gain momentum in Wike’s home … Read more
Governor Fubara’s motorcade was blocked by protesters in Port Harcourt demanding his resignation and engagement amidst nationwide protests. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s motorcade was obstructed by protesters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Saturday. According to Channels Television, the demonstrators demanded the governor step down and engage with them directly. EDITOR’S PICK … 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
The Court of Appeal in Port Harcourt dismissed two appeals by Local Government Chairmen loyal to former governor Nyesom Wike, challenging the extension of their tenure. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Court of Appeal in Port Harcourt on Monday,dismissed two appeals filed by Local Government Chairmen loyal to former governor Nyesom Wike. The appeals, CA/PH/137M/2024 … Read more
Top Entertainment Stories Today Featuring Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Olamide and More Eko Hot Blog reports all the details: Burna Boy’s Emotional Return to Port Harcourt Burna Boy released a heartfelt music video for his new single “Higher,” filmed in his hometown of Port Harcourt. The video showcases his roots and emotional connection to the city, … Read more
The APC in Rivers State has called on President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency due to ongoing political unrest and violence following the swearing-in of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the opposition party in Rivers State, has urged President Bola Tinubu to declare … Read more
Fubara of Rivers State affirmed there is no provision for tenure elongation for Local Government Chairmen as per the 1999 Nigerian Constitution, and swore in new caretaker chairmen for the state’s 23 local government areas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, affirmed on Tuesday that there is no provision for … Read more
Rivers University has suspended four students from the Man ‘O’ War group for one academic session for assaulting their colleague, Victor Tobins. The university’s management stated the actions of the suspended students violated university regulations, leading to their disciplinary action. The incident led to a student protest demanding the disbandment of the Man ‘O’ War … Read more
APC Criticizes Fubara, Labels His Administration ‘ICU’. Okocha denied rumors that he had congratulated Fubara on his one-year anniversary. He rated the administration’s first year as zero. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tony Okocha, chairman of the Caretaker Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, has stated that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s administration is … Read more
Nigerian Immigration Service to start home delivery of passports in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Kano, and Abuja from June 2024. Delays were due to a lack of data centres, according to Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. Home delivery for Nigerians abroad will begin in the US and UK, with initial testing to ensure effectiveness. EKO HOT … Read more
EFCC targets BDC operators in major Nigerian cities. Raids have disrupted trading and contributed to the naira’s high exchange rate. The Association of Bureau De Change Operators confirmed the raids affected both street traders and some registered operators. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has intensified its crackdown on Bureau … Read more
Abia Governor Otti visits Rivers counterpart Fubara in Port Harcourt Fubara vows to probe Wike’s administration, says “the jungle has matured” Factional House confirms new Attorney-General to lead investigative committee Eko Hot Blog reports that in a move that further intensifies the political drama unfolding in Rivers State, Governor Alex Otti of Abia paid a … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Fourteen deceased soldiers, who tragically lost their lives in the Okuama community of the Ughelli South Local Government Area in Delta State, have been recovered. The bodies were retrieved by soldiers of the Joint Task Force, operating under the oversight of Major General Jamal Abdussalam, the General Officer Commanding 6 Division … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) in Rivers State has cracked down on a fake medical doctor, thereby unveiling the impostor, Mr. Echi Igbo Michael, exposing his fraudulent activities. Led by Dr. Ebbi Robinson, the Anti-Quackery Committee apprehended Michael during an interview for a medical officer position at Port Harcourt … Read more