Market women in Ughelli led protests against hunger, blocking the East-West Road, while protests continue in Abuja despite security measures. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in the early hours of Thursday, August 1, market women in Ughelli metropolis and nearby communities led ongoing protests, voicing their frustration over widespread hunger. At Otovwodo Junction in the Ughelli … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Delta State Police Command has revealed that efforts are ongoing to ensure that students kidnapped on Monday in Ugheli Delta state were rescued unharmed. This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Tinubu Heads To … Read more
In February, police officers on fact-finding and rescue missions were ambushed and killed in Ughelli, Delta. The police say six officers are still missing in action. The force has revealed the arrest of some suspects who allegedly carried out the attack. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force has arrested eight suspects in … Read more
Fear grips travelers as a bridge under construction in Delta State by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation neared collapse. The Delta State Bridge site has been closed from road users leading travelers to take alternative routes. The China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation is responsible for a section of the Ughelli-Asaba Road dualization project, including … Read more