The Nigerian community in South Africa is grappling with the tragic killing of Mr. Julius Chukwunta, who succumbed to injuries following a violent altercation in Midrand, Johannesburg. Chukwunta’s death has sparked outrage and raised concerns over the safety of Nigerians living in South Africa. EDITOR’S PICKS NNPC Unveils Command Centre for Real-Time Monitoring of Hydrocarbon … Read more
Tragedy struck in Minna, Niger State, on Wednesday when a gas cylinder explosion at a vulcaniser’s workshop near the Kpakungu Police Division claimed the life of an apprentice and left three others severely injured. The explosion occurred around 1 PM, reportedly during routine work by the vulcaniser, Mohammed, who specializes in heavy-duty vehicle tires. EDITOR’S … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has announced the postponement of its highly anticipated 2024 Kiddies FunFair Party, initially scheduled to unite children and families in celebration. The decision to postpone the event to a later date was conveyed in an official announcement by the council. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Hon. Ogunkelu Sylvester Oluwadahunsi, known as Sketel, has started the second phase of road grading in Epe Constituency II to improve roads and make transportation easier, especially as the festive season approaches. The project began on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The road grading will cover several areas in the constituency, aiming to … Read more
As the festive season draws near, many Nigerians are grappling with the rising costs of transport fares and mounting security concerns, making their annual travels to ancestral homes seem increasingly out of reach. A significant hike in fuel prices, which have risen from N671 per litre in December 2023 to over N1,000 at some filling … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Epe Unit Command, is collaborating with Augustine University, Ilara-Epe, to enhance road safety and reduce accidents in the community through awareness and educational initiatives. The Acting Unit Commander, Chief Route Commander (CRC) Esther Adewoye, led the FRSC team on a visit to the university, where … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Local Government has proposed new rules to stop roadside trading at Ayetoro Market. The rules, introduced by Hon. Oluwo Rasheed, the Majority Leader, are aimed at protecting lives and making the market safer and more organized for traders and buyers. Speaking at the meeting, Hon. Rasheed said, “The … Read more
A fuel-laden tanker has caught fire in Jigawa State, located in North West Nigeria. The incident occurred at the Jigawa-Kano border and caused panic among onlookers. Aliyu M. A., Public Relations Officer for the Federal Fire Service (FFS) in Jigawa State, confirmed the incident to the media on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
The Federal Government has dismissed reports claiming that Nigerians in Libya are being harassed and mistreated following the recent ruling by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), which awarded three points and fined Libya $50,000 after a disrupted AFCON 2025 qualifier against the Super Eagles. Rumors had circulated that Libyan authorities were retaliating by arresting … Read more
Nigerian skit maker Aloma Isaac Junior, popularly known as Zicsaloma, expressed deep gratitude after narrowly escaping a serious accident involving the collapse of his plaster of Paris (POP) ceiling. In a video shared on his Instagram page, Zicsaloma showed the aftermath of the incident, which took place in his living room shortly after his team … Read more
The Ogun State Government, led by Governor Dapo Abiodun, has closed Obada Grammar School in Idi-Emi, Obada, following the tragic death of Senior Secondary II student Monday Arijo, reportedly due to corporal punishment. The school’s principal, Mrs. Tamrat Onaolapo, has been suspended for previously permitting corporal punishment against state regulations, and the teacher involved in … Read more
Professor Oguejiofo Ujam, a renowned academic at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), was abducted on Sunday while traveling along the Ugwuogo-Nike-Opi-Nsukka Road. The professor, who serves as the Dean of the School of General Studies and a lecturer in the Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, was reportedly kidnapped alongside other travelers on this … Read more
A section of the Lagos State Blue Line rail track was engulfed in flames on Saturday. The fire broke out at a location opposite NEPA Station near Eko Bridge, heading towards Apogbon. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, confirmed that no casualties were reported. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja … Read more
A newly constructed pedestrian bridge has partially collapsed at the Five Stars Bus Stop, heading towards Iyana-Isolo along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway in Lagos. Eyewitnesses told Vanguard that the incident occurred early Thursday morning around 6:30 am. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) promptly intervened to address the situation. Upon LASEMA’s arrival, part of the … Read more
A fire broke out at the Kwara State High Court Complex in Ilorin on Sunday night, damaging part of Courtroom No. 10. The blaze ignited around 8:02 PM due to a power surge, as reported by the State Fire Service. Fortunately, firefighters acted quickly to contain the fire, preventing further destruction to the complex. The … Read more
The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning about a looming building collapse at the Mopol 20 Barracks in Ikeja. The state’s emergency management agency, LASEMA, is preparing to initiate an urgent evacuation of the old block 3 section of the barracks due to the deteriorating structural integrity. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows … Read more
Another boat accident has occurred in Zamfara State, claiming the lives of four children. This tragic incident happened just a week after a similar accident in the Gummi area of the state, where at least 40 people died. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: Stop Hiding Behind Opposition—APC Urges Zamfara … Read more
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has urged prospective corps members to accept their postings with a positive attitude and avoid seeking relocation. This call was made by the Director-General of the NYSC, Brigadier General Yusha’u Ahmed, during the closing ceremony of the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course at the Magaji Dan Yamusa … Read more
Former U.S. President Donald Trump was swiftly evacuated by Secret Service agents after a shooting incident occurred while he was at the Trump International Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Florida. According to law enforcement sources, Secret Service personnel opened fire on a man after spotting what appeared to be the barrel of a gun. … Read more
At least eight security personnel were killed by bandits on Thursday near Tazame village in the Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. According to local resident Mubarak Mohammed, the victims, which included five policemen and three soldiers, were providing security for Satraco Nigeria Limited, a road construction company. Mohammed explained that the security team … Read more