Mild drama unfolded on Thursday during the inauguration of the legislative arm of Abeokuta North Local Government Area in Ogun State, as some youths, reportedly acting on the orders of Council Chairman Lanre Oyegbola, seized the mace. The session began with Moruf Erubami’s unopposed swearing-in as Speaker of the House. However, tensions arose when councillors … Read more
Former President Donald Trump was confirmed safe after shots were fired near Trump National Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday. Trump was golfing at the club when the incident occurred. His campaign communications director, Steven Cheung, stated, “President Trump is safe following gunshots in his vicinity. No further details at this time.” … Read more
A report has claimed that an aide at the Anambra Government House has been dismissed after a leaked video surfaced showing Governor Charles Soludo dancing to the song ‘Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo’ alongside various personalities. According to a source who spoke to The Whistler, the video was secretly recorded despite an instruction for the proceedings … 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
Osun State alerts public to security breach of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s official phone number, urging vigilance against fraudulent communications. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Osun State Government issues a public alert regarding the security breach of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s official telephone number, +234 803 365 7555, which has been reported hacked. This breach has … Read more
Two police officers were killed and one injured in a nighttime attack by armed criminals at Opobo Junction checkpoint in Abia State, causing widespread panic among locals. Two officers of the Nigeria Police Force were reportedly murdered on Friday night when a group of dangerous criminals attacked a police checkpoint at the well-known Opobo Junction, … Read more
NSCDC operatives in Nasarawa State successfully repelled a bandit raid on their Lafia headquarters. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Nasarawa State successfully defended their state command in Lafia against a raid by unknown assailants suspected to be bandits. The bandits, reportedly in large numbers, stormed … Read more
House to Scrutinize Escape of Binance Executive Incident Raises Concerns over Custody Procedures Lawmaker Calls for Prosecution of Responsible Personnel Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a move to uphold accountability, the House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the recent escape of a Binance executive from detention in Nigeria. Editor’s Pick Admiring President Bola … Read more
Tragic Highway Ambush Leaves Trail of Terror Armed Gunmen Strike, Casualties Reported Police Launch Manhunt for Perpetrators Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen brought terror to Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode expressway, killing one and abducting seven. About seven assailants with AK-47 rifles ambushed vehicles with gunfire last Friday. Editor’s Pick Admiring President Bola Tinubu’s Exemplary Leadership Cyriel Dessers … Read more