The United Nations (UN) has projected that an additional 7 million Nigerians will face hunger by August 2025, as the country grapples with one of its most severe food crises. According to a joint report released by the Nigerian government and the UN. on Friday, approximately 33 million people are expected to experience food insecurity … Read more
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Southern Borno, has credited former President Goodluck Jonathan for effectively combating the Boko Haram insurgency in the final months of his administration by engaging Private Military Consultants (PMCs). Speaking at the 10th Senate retreat on reviewing the 1999 constitution in Kano, Ndume emphasized the significant impact of this approach. He explained … Read more
A violent protest broke out in Zaranda Gari, Toro Local Government Area of Bauchi State on Tuesday, following the alleged killing of two individuals by a security hunter (Dandanga). The victims were reportedly shot for transporting a large quantity of charcoal, an act prohibited by state law. In retaliation, enraged youths set fire to several … Read more
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has issued a stern warning to President Tinubu, urging him to take immediate action to prevent a massive protest that could cripple the Nigerian economy for two weeks. In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele emphasized that confusion will continue … Read more
Daniel Bwala claims President Tinubu will soon reshuffle his cabinet following criticisms about the administration’s accessibility and effectiveness. Eko Hot Blog reports that a former spokesman for the Atiku Abubakar/Ifeanyi Okowa presidential campaign in the 2023 election Daniel Bwala, has asserted that President Bola Tinubu will soon reshuffle his cabinet. Bwala made this revelation in … Read more
ECOWAS Parliament urges member states to address economic instability and job scarcity to prevent youth migration to Europe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament on Wednesday voiced concerns over the irregular migration of youths from the region seeking better opportunities in Europe and other developed countries. During … Read more
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has imposed a 24-hour curfew in Ukum LGA due to protests and killings, starting July 4, to ensure safety and prevent further violence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has imposed a 24-hour curfew in the Ukum Local Government Area following a series of protests and killings. … Read more
The APC in Osun State has criticised Adeleke’s administration for the allegedly increasing insecurity in the state. The party has called on Adeleke to address the situation and prevent further incidents. The Osun APC also highlighted incidents of violence and kidnapping that have taken place in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor … Read more
-President Muhammadu Buhari made it known that the country’s security issues presently is way better than it was in 2015 President Muhammadu Buhari has decried what he calls the “undue politicization” of the security situation in the country. The president made his feelings known when he received promoters of the proposed African Security Leadership Summit … Read more