Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa has disclosed that he receives N1,200 per day as operation allowance. The CDS added that it is the same amount every Nigerian soldier receives as operation allowance irrespective of their rank. General Musa made the revelation on Tuesday while speaking on … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Tinubu delivered a resounding call for non-partisan conduct among the Armed Forces during his speech on Monday, at the palace of the Shehu of Borno. Amidst the backdrop of Maiduguri’s Chief of Army Staff Conference, he urged vigilance in upholding democratic principles while promising robust support to tackle national challenges. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the attack on the residence of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Resident Electoral Commissioner, Gabriel Longpet, has been confirmed by the Kogi State Police Command Police. The Commissioner of Police, Bethrand Onuoha, who confirmed the attack to the newsmen in Lokoja on Friday, described the incident as very unfortunate and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a man identified simply as Hamzat, has cried out after suspected soldiers allegedly invaded his block factory located at Bankole Estate, Magboro, in the Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, and seized his Toyota RAV 4 vehicle. Hamzat who spoke with PUNCH Metro on Saturday said the soldiers … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that retired Nigerian military figures have cautioned against calls on the Armed Forces to usurp power from President Bola Tinubu, emphasizing the importance of democracy for the nation’s governance. In the wake of criticisms over troop welfare and fuel subsidy removal, some citizens have voiced online appeals for military intervention in … Read more
Soldiers have allegedly killed a police officer for intercepting a colleague who was in possession of Indian hemp. The tragic incident happened at the town’s entry checkpoint in Borno State. The suspect is currently under the custody of the military. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a police sergeant, identified as Ahmed Ali, has been said … Read more
National Security Adviser has expressed worry about how the lack of money may affect soldiers stationed in remote locations. According to the House of reps, officers are currently facing hardship due to the policy. The NSA also stated that special provisions should be made for the military, due to the nature of their work. EKO … Read more
Russia confirmed over 60 Russian soldiers killed in Ukrainian rocket attacks. Eko Hot Blog reports that at least 63 Russian soldiers were killed after Ukrainian rockets struck a building housing service members in an occupied city in Donetsk, Ukraine, early on New Year’s Day. EDITOR’S PICKS War: Putin Issues Another Nuclear Threat As He Prepares … Read more
The Nigerian Army has banned some soldiers from returning home and seeing their families. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a memo reportedly issued by the Nigerian Army has caused outrage as it banned some selected soldiers from leaving their camp to visit family members. The memo allegedly addressed to the gallant soldiers attached to the … Read more
Soldiers have nabbed a top bandits’ commander and killed eight others in a fresh raid in Niger State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeran Army on Sunday said Military men alongside the Air force have killed eight bandits who were trying to attack the New Bussa Borgu local government area of Niger state. EDITOR’S … Read more
A Soldier and three Others have been Killed during gunmen attack in a community in Abia State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a soldier serving at the 14 Brigade Headquarters, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Barracks in Ohafia, and three others were reportedly killed on Wednesday as gunmen attacked a communty in Ebem Ohafia local government … Read more
Tension Continues In Abuja As Soldiers Mount Checkpoints To Track Fleeing Terrorists According to recent reports, soldiers have taken over various security checkpoints in and around the nation’s capital city to track fleeing terrorists EDITOR’S PICK: IGP Orders Investigation Into Portable’s Claim Of Forming Notorious Gangs Akeredolu Reveals When He Will Buy Guns For His … Read more
The area close to Madalla town is few meters away from Zuba along the Abuja-Kaduna highway About 20 minutes after the terrorists left, solders from Zuma Barracks rushed to the scene and took full control EDITOR’S PICK APC 2023: Bola Tinubu Shortlists El-Rufai, Oshiomhole For Campaign DG –Reports 2023: Tinubu’s Ally Reveals What Will Determine … Read more
The report added that the terrorists were “within Bwari and possibly to carry out their plans of attacking the (Nigerian) Law School in Bwari as earlier reported” Bello said Nigeria’s internal sovereignty must not be at the mercy of criminal elements EDITOR’S PICK ASUU: Brace Yourself For A 3-day National Warning Strike – NLC Tells … Read more
According to reports, a day before the ambush, bandits stormed Pinau village of the same LGA, and rustled over 500 cattle Wase communities have been experiencing banditry activities in recent time, forcing many to flee their homes EDITOR’S PICK Obi Reacts To Tinubu’s Labourers’ Comment, Says ‘There’s Dignity In Labour’ BREAKING: IGP Bans Use Of … Read more
Tension Soldiers As Kill 10, Burn Houses In Cross River Community Some soldiers were said to have been deployed to the area to maintain peace. However, while carrying out their duty, one of their commanders was reportedly killed in Nko EDITOR’S PICK: Police Recover Unexploded IEDs At Owo Church Owo Church Attack “Targeted At Turning … Read more
Terrorist attack claim 17 soldiers in kaduna 40 others were injured during their gun battle EDITOR’S PICK Train Attack: Tinubu Visits Kaduna, Donates ₦50 Million To Victims Over 1500 Fake Workers Detected In Civil Service – FG 2023: PDP Zoning Committee Concludes Sitting EKO HOT BLOG reports that a group of terrorists suspected to be … Read more
There is a heavy presence of security operatives at the Gani Fawehinmi Park in Ojota, Lagos where some youths proposed to protest for slain Bamise Ayanwole. This is coming following the outrage that trailed Bamise’s alleged gruesome murder, as some youths have vowed to embark on a protest on Tuesday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Nigeria has been battling insurgency for over a decade in the Northeast… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Boko Haram terrorists fled for their lives on Saturday as troops of the Nigerian Army attacked their enclave in Borno State. The troops of 5 Brigade on fighting patrol stormed the insurgents’ enclave in the Douro area near … Read more
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen Faruk Yahaya, has called on army personnel to be responsive and professional in the discharge of their duties. The COAS made the call during the Passing out Parade (POP) of 4,828 soldiers of the 81 Regular Recruit Intake on Saturday in Zaria Yahaya, who was the Special Guest … Read more