Gunmen have reportedly abducted Otunba Benedict Akika, a prominent ally of Governor Seyi Makinde and a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State. The abduction occurred late Wednesday night at Olohundaaba in the Lagelu Local Government Area of the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter BREAKING: … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that In a move to enhance food security, over 1,200 farmers in Lagos East Senatorial District have benefited from a Federal Government initiative led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Fertilizers were distributed during an event in Ikorodu on Tuesday as part of the Renewed Hope Agenda, which aims to lower food … Read more
Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, arrived in Sokoto State on Tuesday in compliance with President Bola Tinubu’s directive. Upon their arrival, they held a closed-door meeting at the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army. During the hour-long meeting, the acting Commander of Operation Hadarin Daji … Read more
The Katsina State Police have arrested three suspected gunrunners transporting ammunition intended for bandits in the region. The Katsina State command of the Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest and detention of three suspected gunrunners. According to the police, the individuals were apprehended while transporting a large quantity of ammunition intended for terrorists … Read more
The Sokoto State Police Command has stated that they are unaware of the reported abduction of over 150 individuals in the state, which allegedly occurred in the Sabon Birni region following the murder of Sarkin Gobir Gatawa, Isa Muhammad Bawa. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another Protests In October Abia Reps Member Defends Kalu Over … Read more
The Department of State Services (DSS) has expressed its support for President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Adeola Ajayi as the new Director General of the agency. In a statement released in Abuja by the DSS Spokesperson, Peter Afunaya, the agency extended its best wishes to the outgoing DG, Alhaji Yusuf Magaji Bichi, for his future … Read more
The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Benneth Igweh, has strongly condemned the killing of police officers during a clash between law enforcement and members of the proscribed Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), commonly known as Shiites. Igweh expressed deep concern over the violence, stating that the Shiite members’ actions amount to … Read more
Investigative journalist Adejuwon Soyinka has been arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. Soyinka, who serves as the Regional Editor of The Conversation Africa, was detained on Sunday upon his arrival from the United Kingdom. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Soyinka was picked up … Read more
The Niger state government has pleaded with the Nigeria army to redeploy its troops to communities prone to terrorist attacks in the state. Acting Governor of the state, Mr Yakubu Garba, made the appeal in an interview with newsmen after the 3-days Fidda’u prayer for 13 people killed by bandits in Shiroro. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that a man was caught and beaten by locals after attempting to steal a money bag from a popular bar in Iraye Epe. The incident occurred late yesterday evening, when the man, whose identity remains undisclosed, entered the bar and consumed several alcoholic drinks before pretending to be heavily intoxicated. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has announced that it will not be providing online updates regarding the efforts to secure the release of 20 kidnapped student doctors for security reasons. According to the Force Headquarters Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun will be visiting the Benue State Command today, Monday, as … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has departed Abuja for a three-day official visit to Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, following an invitation from President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo. The President’s flight took off around 1:00 PM on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity – Osinbajo Tells Nigerian Churches Olympics Best Basketball Coach: Tinubu Hails As … Read more
The Finnish government has announced that it has begun addressing the complaint lodged by the Nigerian government against Simon Ekpa, a Nigerian-Finnish citizen. Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Elina Valtonen, revealed this during a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday. Valtonen stated that Ekpa’s case is currently before Finnish courts, confirming that the matter has … Read more
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Champion Zonal Headquarters, located along Federal College of Education (FCE) Road in Kontagora, Niger State, was set ablaze by unidentified individuals in the early hours of Saturday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this tragic incident is a disturbing recurrence, as the same church was similarly attacked and burned down … Read more
Protesters in Plateau State comply with the curfew, while hoodlums clash with security forces in parts of Jos, leading to arrests and efforts to prevent violence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that protesters in Plateau State have complied with the government-imposed curfew in the Jos/Bukuru metropolis, though hoodlums have taken to the streets in parts of Jos. … Read more
The protest against bad governance in Abuja has lost momentum by its third day, with demonstrators confined to MKO Abiola National Stadium and no protesters present on Saturday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the protest against bad governance in Nigeria’s capital city, initially scheduled from August 1 to August 10, has significantly lost momentum as it … Read more
President Tinubu and UK Prime Minister Starmer reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing trade and security relations between Nigeria and the UK during a congratulatory phone call. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral relations between their countries as Commonwealth partners. During … Read more
Anti-protesters attacked journalists Matthew Ochei, Monday Osayande, and Pointer reporter Lucy during the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests in Delta State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that General Overseer and President of El-buba Outreach Ministries International (EBOMI), Dr. Isa El-buba, led the August 1st hunger protest in Jos, the Plateau state capital, on Thursday. El-buba, who is also the national … Read more
The Lagos State Police Command deactivated an improvised explosive device found in Ikeja just hours before a planned nationwide protest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command’s anti-bomb squad has deactivated an improvised explosive device in the Ikeja area. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICK … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Wale Raji, a Member of the House of Representatives for Epe Federal Constituency, has distributed agricultural palliatives to farmers in Epe, Lagos State. This move represents a significant effort to boost agricultural productivity and ensure food security in the region. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To Dialogue – … Read more