Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has awarded members super eagles a Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) national honour in recognition of the team’s outstanding performance at the recently ended AFCON 2023 competition in Ivory Coast. Additionally, each of players and technical crew received a flat and a plot of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Abuja in a chartered flight from Abidjan, Ivory Coast’s capital city, more than 24 hours after the 2023 AFCON final. Recall that the Super Eagles had a good run in the 2023 AFCON in which they recorded five wins, one draw, and a … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ captain, Ahmed Musa, has condemned the cyberbullying of midfielder, Alex Iwobi. Musa came to his teammate’s defence in a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Monday evening. Some fans had singled out Iwobi for criticism following the team’s disappointing defeat to Côte D’Ivoire in the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a recent post on the Official Facebook Page of His Excellency, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Executive Governor of Lagos State, he expressed deep sorrow for the Super Eagles’ loss in the just concluded AFCON tournament. EDITOR’S PICK: Kano Hisbah Arrests 52 Keke Riders Over Alleged Immoral Haircuts And Unlawful Activities … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 CAF African Cup of Nations ended on Sunday night on a disappointing note for Nigeria’s Super Eagles as they lost the trophy to the host nation, Ivory Coast. The Ivorians won 2-1 against Nigeria, courtesy of goals from Franck Kessie and Sebastien Haller who helped The Elephants clinch their … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former Chelsea and Inter Milan manager, Jose Mourinho has backed Super Eagles of Nigeria to lift the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. Speaking in a chat with FIVE UK in a yet-to-be-released episode, Mourinho revealed that Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro is his best friend in football. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro has unveiled the starting XI for the much-anticipated final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) against Cote d’Ivoire. The Portuguese tactician recalled AC Milan. winger, Samuel Chukwueze, to the line-up while Zaidu Sanusi recovered from injury to make the starting XI. Moses Simon and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ministry of Health, under the Lagos State Government, has issued a set of health guidelines to the citizens of Nigeria and football enthusiasts in preparation for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the host country, Cote d’Ivoire. Nigeria and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Super Eagle’s head coach Jose Peseiro has confessed his admiration for Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa ahead of the team’s clash with Cote d’Ivoire. The Super Eagles will trade tackles with hosts Cote d’Ivoire on Sunday in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Just like in Nigeria’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead a presidential team to the final of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. The president’s directive is contained in a statement issued by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications (Office … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria’s President, is set to attend the final match of the 2023 AFCON, according to Patrice Motsepe, President of the Confederation of African Football. Motsepe’s announcement has sparked discussions about Nigeria’s potential bid for the FIFA World Cup. EDITOR’S PICKS [JUST IN] Rerun: APC’s Mustapha Declared Yobe East … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that some South African football fans have threatened Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, not to return to his club following his heroics against the country as the Nigerian team progressed to the AFCON 2023 final at the expense of the Bafana Bafana team. It was gathered that some South Africans are … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a member of the National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) serving in Adamawa State died during the penalty shootouts of the match between Nigeria and South Africa of Wednesday evening. It was gathered Thursday morning that the youth corper, identified only as Samuel from Kaduna State, died just before the last … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Govt has promised to reward the Super Eagles for their commitment and dedication in reaching the final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. The Nigerian team was made to work hard in the semi-final match against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa on Wednesday, eventually … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles for reaching the final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast following a 4-2 penalty win over South Africa on Wednesday. In a pulsating encounter at the Stade de la Paix, Bouke, William Troost-Ekong put Nigeria in the lead from … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Elephants of Ivory Coast have Knocked out DR Congo from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after an intense 90 minutes of football. Ivory Coast who played in front of a packed Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé in Abidjan on Wednesday night, February 7, struggled to create good chances in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the super eagles of Nigeria have advanced to the final of the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. The Eagles record this feet via a 4-1 penalty shootout victory against the Bafana Bafana team after a 1-1 draw after extra time. William Trost-Ekong had put the Eagles … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s led government of Lagos State has set up football viewing centres to provide an immersive experience for the residents amid anxieties in the semi-final stage of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. The Super Eagles of Nigeria and Bafana Bafana of South Africa will … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has set up a mega viewing centre for the AFCON Semi-Final match coming up between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Bafana Bafana of South Africa EDITOR’S PICK: Kano Hisbah Arrests 52 Keke Riders Over Alleged Immoral Haircuts And Unlawful … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports following the Super Eagles’ advancement to the semi-finals of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast, the team has secured a prize money of $2.5 million (equivalent to N3 billion). Nigeria clinched a spot in the semi-finals of the 34th edition of the AFCON after a 1-0 victory against Angola … Read more