The late First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Patience Umo Eno, was laid to rest on Friday, with an outpouring of condolences for Governor Umo Eno and the people of the state. Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, expressed his sympathies, describing Mrs. Eno’s passing as a significant loss to her family, Akwa Ibom … Read more
Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa made his first public appearance since his release, joining Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at a service of songs held in honor of Mrs. Victoria Ossai Obielum, mother of politician Godwill Obielum. Okowa had been detained on November 4, 2024, over allegations of ₦1.3 trillion fraud but was released after four … Read more
The Nigerian Army has outlined the burial arrangements for the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away at the age of 56 after a brief illness. Onyema Nwachukwu, the Army’s spokesperson, shared the details on Tuesday in a post on X (formerly Twitter). EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more
Modupe Temitope Dada, wife of Mike Dada, the Executive Producer and President of the All Africa Music Awards, has passed away. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Mike Dada announced in a statement on Monday that his wife passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 19, 2024, surrounded by family at Duchess Hospital in Ikeja, Lagos State, … Read more
Music icon Onyeka Onwenu has been laid to rest in Lagos. Onwenu, who collapsed at the 80th birthday party of Stella Okoli, founder of Emzor Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company, on July 30, was confirmed dead at Reddington Hospital in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS: Tinubu Appoints New DSS, NIA DGs FG Names Eight Accredited Universities in Togo, Benin … Read more
In a heartfelt service of songs held on Thursday, at The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Timi Adebowale spoke movingly about his brother, Samuel Adebowale, highlighting his significant role in his academic journey. Timi who shared that Samuel had been instrumental in sponsoring his studies at Oxford University, emphasized the deep bond between them. My … Read more
An evening of Service of Songs has been held in honour of late Pastor Pastor Samuel Adelaja Adebowale, as part of the funeral arrangements for him. The service which took place on Thursday, brought together friends and family members of Mr Adebowale, who were present to eulogise and testify about his existence while he was … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the family of Nathaniel Oladiran Popoola has announced the final burial ceremony of their late mother, Omo Oba Victoria Moradehun Popoola. Born in 1937, Mrs. Popoola, who is the elder sister of former Governor of Osun State, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, passed away on December 28, 2023 at the age of … Read more
By Olayinka Olorunshola Rev. (Mrs.) Smith passed away on December 8, 2023. She was 69 at the time of her demise. Her funeral started on Thursday with a service of songs and a wake. Eko Hot Blog reports that the family, friends, and community members of late Reverend (Mrs.) Helen Omotunde, on Thursday, January 18, … Read more
Chief Jacob Shodeko passed away on January 15, 2023. The deceased was 86 at the time of his death. His family says his funeral will hold in February. Eko Hot Blog reports that late Chief Jacob Oluranti Shodeko, also known as, Baba Igbore, will be buried on February 10, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS Why I Will … Read more