Celeste Arantes, the mother of Brazilian football legend Pele, has passed away at the age of 101. The family announced her death in a statement on Friday. Pele’s eldest son, Edinho, paid tribute to his grandmother on social media, saying “Rest in peace, grandma” and sharing a photo of them together. EDITOR’S PICK 12 Internet … Read more
AYCF President praises INEC’s integrity Peter Obi’s statement bolsters INEC’s credibility Judiciary identified as a greater challenge Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a significant statement, Shettima Yerima, the National President of the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF), has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its credibility. Editor’s Pick Admiring President Bola Tinubu’s … Read more
Four-Year-Old Pupil Dies After Choking at School School Shuts Down for One Week to Mourn Calls for Respect, Dignity During Investigation Eko Hot Blog reports that in a heartbreaking incident, an Abuja school, Brickhall School, has been forced to temporarily shut its doors for a week following the tragic death of a four-year-old pupil, Miguel … Read more
Russia blames Baltic countries for severing ties, citing a hostile stance. Russian Foreign Ministry warns of asymmetric measures in response. Tensions escalate as accusations and warnings continue between Russia and the Baltic states. Eko hot blog reports that In a recent statement, the Russian Foreign Ministry pointed fingers at the Baltic countries, accusing them of … Read more
DSS Denies Shooting Incident at Lagos Filling Station Directs Inquiries to the Police Contradicts Eyewitness Accounts Eko Hot Blog reports that the Department of State Services (DSS) has denied claims that its operatives shot someone at a filling station in Lagos. This statement contradicts earlier reports of a young man, Toheeb Eniafe, being killed by … Read more
Reality TV star Adekunle Olopade endorses Neo Akpofure and Beauty Tukura’s relationship. He affectionately dubs them “Ken and Barbie,” highlighting their chemistry. Drama ensues as tensions flare between Neo’s ex-girlfriend Vee Iye and his cousin Venita. Eko hot blog reports that In an intriguing turn of events, reality TV star Adekunle Olopade has stepped forward … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has celebrated former Minister of Defense, General Theophilus Danjuma (Rtd), on his 86th birthday anniversary. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu lauded Danjuma, who once served as Chief of Army Staff, for his many philanthropic ventures. He … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Egypt Air has reacted to the death of a young Nigerian lady, identified as Remilekun Toyosi Meshioye, aboard an Egypt Air flight on her way to London, United Kingdom. Remilekun left Nigeria for London aboard Egypt Air MS 876 flight to Cairo on Monday through the Murtala Muhammad International Airport … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Dr. Garus Gololo, has condemned the statement by Bode George on Nigeria’s general election being determined by a competent court of jurisdiction. This online media platform recalls that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain had questioned why the judiciary was making pronouncements … Read more
Nigerian UK-based pastor Tomi Arayomi has been arrested by the DSS and has issued a statement about his ordeal. The circumstances of his arrest remain unclear, and his aide is still under DSS custody. Arayomi has made the decision to leave Nigeria abruptly, but he remains committed to the country and its people. EKO HOT … Read more
Fr Kelvin Ugwu, has called for prayers for Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate. Obi has been accused by the federal government of inciting violence and there are allegations that a leaked conversation with Bishop David Oyedepo is fake. Fr Kelvin Ugwu urges people to stand by Obi against malicious forces. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State on Thursday announced the death of his mother, Lady Evangelist Grace Akeredolu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that according to the Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, his mother died on Thursday morning aged 90. EDITOR’S PICK Lagos Court Remands Six Men For Allegedly Inflicting Injury On Woman, Others Gbajabiamila … Read more
Atiku speaks on choice of running mate … vows to pick somebody who is formidable as his running mate. EDITOR’S PICK Roots TV Founder, Kachikwu, Ends Moghalu’s Presidential Dream, Emerges ADC 2023 Flagbearer Tinubu Defeats Osinbajo, Amaechi, Others, Clinches APC Primaries [FULL RESULTS] Tinubu Coasts To Victory As He Takes Early Lead At APC Presidential … Read more
Ozekhome Disagrees with Ex-President Obasanjo Over ‘Oil Belongs to Nigeria, Not Niger Delta’ Statement EKO HOT BLOG reports that former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s declaration that the Niger Delta cannot claim the crude oil found in the region has been disputed by Nigeria’s Senior Advocate, Chief Mike Ozekhome. In a six-page letter to Niger Delta elder … Read more
Buhari has finally broken silence and spoken on releasing Nnamdi Kanu EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President Muhammadu Buhari has finally spoken on releasing the leader of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, who is currently standing trial for treason, runs contrary to the doctrine of separation of powers between the Executive … Read more
The leadership of Nigeria’s Legislature has guided its participants to resume plenary session on Tuesday, April 28, at 10 am. This instruction was provided in a declaration signed by the Staff to your house of representatives, Patrick Giwa. The clerk said in the statement that the COVID-19 guidelines approved by the Federal Government as well … Read more
The Police in Jigawa State has arrested a man alleged to have raped his wife to death in Kankaleru village in Ringim Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued On Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Abdu Jinjiri, confirmed the arrest to ChannelsTv. READ ALSO: Father Unleash Anger On … Read more
The Republic of Botswana has announced that it registered its first ever suspected case of Coronavirus on January 30, stating that the suspected case was registered at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. Malaki Tshipayagae, Director Health Services in the country, made this known in a statement on Saturday. In the statement, Mr Tshipayagae stated that … Read more