FG directs NCAA to name and shame airlines over flight disruptions. NCAA vows to enforce sanctions against operators who flout regulations. Minister of Aviation backs immediate commencement of the policy. The Federal Government has directed the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to begin naming and shaming airlines that disrupt flights without valid reasons. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Russian cargo ship Ursa Major sinks in the Mediterranean after an engine room explosion; 14 crew rescued, 2 missing. The vessel, under sanctions, was transporting cranes and other cargo reportedly bound for Vladivostok. Cause of the explosion remains unknown; ship sank near Spain and Algeria on Tuesday morning. A Russian cargo ship, Ursa Major, has … Read more
Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) has detained a 29-year-old Uzbek national in connection with the assassination of Lt Gen Igor Kirillov, a high-ranking military figure and head of Russia’s Radiation, Chemical, and Biological Protection Forces, as well as his assistant. The attack occurred early Tuesday outside Kirillov’s residential building in Moscow when a remotely detonated … Read more
A senior Russian general, Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, was killed on Tuesday in a bomb attack outside his apartment building in Moscow. The bomb, hidden in a scooter, detonated as Kirillov left for his office, also killing his assistant. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has imposed a fine of ₦150 million on Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) found guilty of supplying mint naira notes to currency hawkers. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun … Read more
Manchester City’s long-awaited hearing regarding 115 breaches of Premier League rules has reportedly concluded, though a verdict is not expected until 2025. According to the Daily Mail, the case, which began on September 16 at the International Dispute Resolution Centre in London, saw closing arguments presented to an independent panel on Friday. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Donald Trump has nominated Scott Bessent to serve as the next Secretary of the U.S. Treasury, a key position overseeing tax policy, public debt management, international finance, and economic sanctions. The announcement concludes one of the lengthiest deliberations in Trump’s efforts to finalize his cabinet as he prepares for his second term in office. EDITOR’S … Read more
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has retracted its previous statement threatening to sanction Elon Musk’s Starlink for raising its subscription fees without regulatory approval. Dr. Reuben Muoka, the Commission’s Director of Public Affairs, initially communicated this position but later clarified that his response was an “error.” In a follow-up message, he stated, “Please ignore my … Read more
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced the commencement of strict measures, including the potential shutdown of Point of Sales (PoS) businesses that have failed to register by the September 5 deadline. This was disclosed in a public notice released on Friday. The Commission expressed concerns over the low compliance with its registration directive and … Read more
Lagos govt warns fuel stations against causing traffic gridlock Cautions against obstructing free flow of traffic Threatens to sanction violators for non-compliance Eko Hot Blog reports that an appeal has gone to fuel stations to ensure vehicle queues don’t obstruct traffic flow. The Transport Ministry expressed concern over traffic disruption caused by patrons at fuel … Read more
Chinese port hosts sanctioned Russian ship linked to North Korea arms trade, raising concerns about China’s support for Russia amid Ukraine conflict. Russian vessel Angara docked at Chinese shipyard since February, sparking questions about China’s role in aiding Russian military. U.S. seeks to address China’s support for Russia during Blinken’s Beijing visit, highlighting tensions over … Read more
Labour Party petitions key government institutions over NLC aggression. LP calls for disciplinary action against NLC President and others for alleged vandalism. Tensions rise as NLC stages picket at LP secretariat, leading to property destruction and salary loss. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) leadership has lodged a petition with key government institutions, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the opening of Nigeria’s land and air borders with the Republic of Niger and the lifting of other sanctions against the country with immediate effect. President Tinubu also approved the lifting of financial and economic sanctions against the Republic of Guinea. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have resolved to urgently review efforts to activate a standby force for counterterrorism operations in areas infested by terrorist groups. This was made known in a communiqué read by Dr. Omar Touray, President of ECOWAS Commission, at the end of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) on Tuesday revealed that it has sent a bill for the regulation of social media to the national assembly. The Director-General of NBC, Balarabe Ilelah disclosed this on Tuesday when he hosted the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris at the commission’s headquarters. … Read more
Former PDP presidential aspirant Oliver Diana reveals that the party has not taken action against Wike due to a desire for peace and avoiding further obstacles. While the PDP has the power to sanction Wike, the focus is on building the party and preparing for future challenges. However, NEC member Timothy Osadolor suggests that Wike … Read more
A Federal High Court in Abuja has stopped the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) from imposing fines on broadcast stations. The court held that NBC lacks the power to impose sanctions as punishment on alleged erring broadcast stations. Information Minister, Orji, said the judgment is “ill-conceived and dead on arrival because of legal encumbrances.” EKO HOT … Read more
By Praise Ben As the dust settles on Nigeria’s recent electoral showdown, the United States and the British governments are cooking up a storm of sanctions aimed at Nigerian political masterminds behind the scenes of violence, electoral hocus-pocus, and democracy-bending antics. With these sanctions, the goal is to pin the blame on these conniving puppeteers, … Read more
The latest restrictions target more than 100 entities US wants to stop those helping Russia exploit loopholes to get sanctioned materials White House’s fresh round of aid for Ukraine is worth $2bn (£1.7bn) Eko Hot Blog reports the US has marked a year since Russia invaded Ukraine by announcing a new range of sanctions against … Read more
Nigeria Immigration has fired 8 personnel and removed 100 others from the Lagos airport. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has punished 26 personnel for engaging in corrupt practices. EDITOR’S PICKS Half Salaries: UNIJOS ASUU Asks Members To Stay At Home Indefinitely Resist Unofficial Meetings With Politicians, INEC Warns New RECs … Read more