Jeanne d’Arc Nyiramahirwe has shown keen determination in her campaign for a parliamentary seat in Rwanda’s upcoming elections. She is one of 199 women vying for a position in the parliament, where 24 out of 80 seats in the lower house are reserved for female candidates. Next week, Rwanda will hold both legislative and presidential … Read more
NFF President Ibrahim Gusau believes in the Super Eagles’ World Cup qualification despite poor recent results and promises improvements forthcoming matches. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Ibrahim Gusau of the Nigeria Football Federation remains confident that the Super Eagles will secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, … Read more
Benin’s 2-1 victory over Nigeria in World Cup qualifier, was praised for organization by coach Genort Rohr, while Nigeria’s coach George remains hopeful despite the loss. Eko Hot Blog reports that Genort Rohr, the head coach of the Benin Republic national football team and former Super Eagles coach, remarked that the Cheetahs were better organized … Read more
Oladimeji Lawal defended Super Eagles coach Finidi George, pointing out challenges such as late arrivals and injuries, asserting that Nigeria’s coaching system makes success challenging regardless of the coach’s identity. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Nigeria winger Oladimeji Lawal has urged critics to give Super Eagles coach Finidi George space to work following the … Read more
Hugo Broos has announced a 36-man squad for South Africa’s World Cup qualifier against Nigeria on June 7. Nigeria, third in Group C, must win to stay in contention for qualification. South Africa’s goalkeeper Rowen Williams is confident, of their chances to beat the Super Eagles. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hugo Broos, the head … Read more
Victor Ikpeba endorses Finidi George as Super Eagles coach, highlighting his grasp of the Nigerian domestic league. He stresses the necessity of integrating Nigeria Premier Football League players into the national team. Ikpeba acknowledges the challenges ahead for Finidi, in the 2026 World Cup qualification. Eko Hot Blog reports that Victor Ikpeba believes that the … Read more
ICC has chosen Blessing Etim for “100% Cricket Heroes” series, in recognition of her women’s impact in cricket. Etim retired at 31 after winning bronze at the 2023 African Game. She now serves as assistant coach for Nigeria’s U-19 team. Eko Hot Blog reports that The International Cricket Council has chosen former captain of Nigeria’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) Managing Director, Engr. Mukhtaar Temitope Tijani, has solicited for partnership and collaboration towards improved water delivery in the state. The corporation made the disclosure in a statement issued on Friday. According to the statement, Engr. Tijani made the initiative during the just concluded 2023 International … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom has declared as illegal the British government’s contentious proposal to send asylum seekers to Rwanda in Africa. This online media understands that the plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda was devised to discourage individuals from making perilous journeys across the Channel in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Paul Kagame of Rwanda has announced that the nation will introduce visa-free travel for Nigerians and other African nationals in a bid to promote the free movement of people and trade. This decision positions Rwanda as the latest African country to adopt such a policy, aligning with other nations … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has preached against “hatred, discrimination, and division,” saying these vices could cause severe damage to society. He made the call after a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Rwanda on Sunday. Sanwo-Olu had been in Rwanda for the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) leadership retreat … Read more
The outgoing Rwandan High Commissioner, Stanislas Kamanzi, has praised Nigeria for handling the 2023 general elections peacefully. Kamanzi stated that this successful completion affirms the ability of African nations to handle their destiny peacefully. President Buhari congratulated Kamanzi on his successful tour of duty, and they discussed bilateral accomplishments and progress towards a Nigeria-Rwanda Joint … Read more
He was sentenced to 25 years on terrorism charges in 2021 He was released due to US government diplomatic pressure and talks brokered by Qatar He is reportedly an hero in the Rwandan Genocide Eko Hot Blog reports that Paul Rusesabagina, an outspoken critic of the Rwandan government, has arrived in the US after being … Read more
Rwanda Woman Faces Two Years In Jail For ‘Shameful’ Dress EKO HOT BLOG reports that a 24-year-old woman who was arrested in Rwanda for wearing “shameful” clothing faces up to two years in jail for “public indecency”, prosecutors said Thursday. Liliane Mugabekazi was arrested on August 7 after she attended a concert by … Read more
Blinken Leads US Bid To Counter Russian Charm Offensive In Africa. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the US secretary of state will visit Pretoria, Kinshasa and Kigali weeks after Russia’s Lavrov visited the continent. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel next month to South Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo and … Read more
…passengers must undergo a Rapid PCR test at the airports of departure. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will resume passenger flights from Nigeria and 11 other African countries on Saturday, January 29. UAE’s National Crisis and Emergency Management Authority (NCEMA) announced this in a tweet on Wednesday. Read also: Omicron: … Read more
Referring to Nigeria as the giant of Africa is deceptive, says Sanusi. Former Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi ll said Nigeria should stop deceiving itself with being called ‘Giant of Africa,’ noting the country is way behind many other African countries in developmental indices. He also asserted that with the rate at which neighbouring Ghana … Read more
Bank of Kigali has appointed Obinna Ukwuani as Chief Digital Officer replacing Regis Rugemanshuro who was appointed to head Rwanda Social Security Board in February this year. The position among other things involves leading the Digital Factory division for product innovation and development in digital banking. Obinna commenced work in June. The division is responsible … Read more
– 117 Nigerians who were stranded in East Africa due to COVID-19 has arrived home – Azman airline who evacuated the returnees announced their arrival in a tweet – All the returnees tested negative and are expected to self-isolate for 14 As the Federal Government of Nigeria continues the evacuation exercise of its citizens who … Read more
After confirming up to 40 cases of Coronavirus, and warning residents to remain indoors, the Rwandan police shot and killed two people who defied lockdown orders. The two men in their twenties “attempted to tussle with officers,” Rwanda National Police spokesman John Bosco Kabera said by phone Wednesday, Bloomberg reports. See This: Anthony Joshua Embarks … Read more