Minister Idris urges politicians not to politicize recent stampedes linked to reforms. He emphasizes the need for proper crowd management during charitable events. Idris calls for collaboration with police and NEMA to prevent future tragedies. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on politicians to refrain from politicizing the recent … Read more
Canada has vowed to introduce a comprehensive set of new security measures along its border with the US, including enhanced surveillance and the creation of a joint “strike force” aimed at tackling transnational organized crime. This commitment comes in response to a threat from President-elect Donald Trump, who has warned that, starting in January, he … Read more
The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed, has urged collective efforts to locate Yahaya Farouk, a corps member who went missing in Ikuru Town, Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State. During a visit to the community on Wednesday, Ahmed appealed to residents, including youths and elders, to collaborate … Read more
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has clarified that the Department of State Services (DSS) is not responsible for inspecting passengers’ bags at Nigerian airports. Speaking on Arise News’ This Morning programme on Sunday, Keyamo outlined ongoing reforms to improve airport security processes and address congestion issues. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope … Read more
The Federal Government has ramped up efforts to combat the Lakurawa sect by deploying additional military personnel, establishing new formations, and bolstering security measures in affected states, particularly in Sokoto, Kebbi, Niger, and Kaduna. This decision follows the sect’s expansion from Sokoto and Kebbi in the North-West to Niger and Kaduna in the North-Central … Read more
Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has prohibited the Western Nigeria Security Network, also known as Amotekun, and the Vigilante Corps from participating in the upcoming Ondo governorship election. The election, scheduled for November 16, 2024, will feature candidates from at least 17 political parties. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Force Spokesman, … Read more
A nationwide protest known as #FearlessInOctober kicked off today in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the demonstration is an extension of the #EndBadGovernance protests held between August 1 and 10, driven by the economic hardships many Nigerians are enduring. By 7 a.m., protesters had already gathered at Utako Market … Read more
On Tuesday, 34 bodies recovered after an assault by suspected Boko Haram terrorists in the Mafa community of Yobe State were laid to rest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this attack happened on Sunday, and is considered the most severe in the state since the Boko Haram insurgency began 14 years ago. The Yobe State … Read more
Lagos State has deployed Rapid Response Squad and Task Force officers to patrol the streets in anticipation of nationwide hunger and hardship protests scheduled for August 1-10. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has deployed officers from the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) and Task Force to patrol the streets in anticipation of the … Read more
The National Assembly has introduced stringent security measures from August 1, 2024, due to a planned nationwide protest, restricting access and increasing security around the complex. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Assembly Management notified the National Assembly Legislative Aides’ Forum (NASSLAF) on Tuesday about stringent security measures implemented around the National Assembly (NASS). These … Read more
The Nigerian Correctional Service has placed its K9, intelligence, and armed squads on high alert to prevent a repeat of the attacks on correctional facilities experienced during the October 2020 #EndSARS protests. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) announced on Monday that its K9, intelligence, and armed squads have been placed on … Read more
IGP Egbetokun condemns violence in Rivers State, orders heightened security and investigations after clashes over Local Government Council Chairmen tenure result in the deaths of a police officer and a vigilante member. EKO HOT BLOG reports that theInspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has strongly condemned the recent violence and lawlessness at various Local Government … Read more
The APC in Rivers State has called on President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency due to ongoing political unrest and violence following the swearing-in of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the opposition party in Rivers State, has urged President Bola Tinubu to declare … Read more
Zamfara Govt Declares Curfew Over Incessant Terrorists Attack Curfew enacted in response to increase in terrorist attacks on travellers Motorists and travellers urged to comply with government’s directive for security reasons EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Zamfara State Government has implemented a new curfew along the state’s borders with Katsina and Sokoto. This online media … Read more
Niger Republic reopens border with Nigeria in regions of Diffa, Tahoua, Maradi, and Dosso. Instructions issued by Nigerien Ministry of Interior for reopening at 12:00 midnight via radio message on social networks. Enhanced controls and security measures mandated along 1,500-kilometre boundary stretch following reopening. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Niger Republic reopens border with Nigeria in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers State command of the Nigeria Police Force has put in custody two individuals who were caught while trying to deface the iron on the fence surrounding Emmanuel Anglican Church, located in Okoro-Nu-Odo by Rumuokoro Roundabout in Obio-Akpor local government area of the state. Thid online media platform learnt that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian policemen and other security personnel are currently stationed at the Court of Appeal in Abuja in anticipation of the judgement on the Kano State Governorship Election Petition. The heightened security presence is likely a response to the previous reaction of Kano residents to the Tribunal’s decision on the same … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the leadership of the Christ Apostolic Church Nigeria has called on members of the church across districts to avoid travelling in their branded vehicles. The church’s General Secretary, Pastor E. Mapur, made the call in a circular issued to all CAC regional district supervisors and pastors on Friday. The circular … Read more
The Federal Government has announced road closures around the Federal Secretariat Complexes. The closures are part of security measures implemented by the Presidential Transition Council for Tinubu’s swearing-in ceremony as President. Officers and visitors will not be allowed access till May 30th when work resumes fully. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has announced … Read more