Mauritius, under new PM Navin Ramgoolam, has revised the Chagos Islands deal, calling the original terms inadequate. The initial agreement, announced in October, involved the UK transferring sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, while retaining a 99-year lease for Diego Garcia, which hosts a significant UK-US military airbase. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East … Read more
UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has pledged to implement stricter immigration policies, citing concerns over the impact of high migration rates on public services and national unity. Speaking during a Westminster event on Wednesday, Badenoch criticized past Conservative governments for their failures in managing immigration effectively. “Immigration is happening at a pace too fast … Read more
The UK government announced new sanctions on Thursday targeting three Russian-linked private mercenary groups, including Africa Corps, the successor to the Wagner Group. “These sanctions will bear down on Russian malign activity in Libya, Mali, and CAR (Central African Republic), exposing and combatting Russia’s illicit activity in Africa,” the government said in a statement. This … Read more
The United Kingdom government has explained the reasons behind the denial of landing slots at Heathrow Airport for Nigerian flag carrier Air Peace. This explanation was provided in a letter from the UK’s Secretary of State for Transport, Louise Haigh, to Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, in response to a diplomatic … Read more
Uchechi Okwu-Kanu, the wife of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has called on the United Kingdom to pressure the Nigerian government for her husband’s release. Nnamdi Kanu has been detained since June 2021, following his arrest in Kenya and subsequent extraordinary rendition during President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, … Read more
Primeboy Drags Mohbad’s Widow To Court Over False Accusations. Concerns over Mohbad’s son’s paternity and circumstances of death. Naira Marley and Sam Larry interrogated; Primeboy surrenders and visits State CID. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Owodunni Ibrahim, also known as Primeboy and a childhood friend of the late singer Mohbad, has lodged a petition with the … Read more
EFCC charges Binance and execs with $35.4M money laundering. Anjarwalla evades arrest, prompts international pursuit. Charges include unlicensed financial activities and concealing unlawful proceeds. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought charges of $35,400,000 in money laundering against Binance Holdings Limited and two of its senior executives, Tigran Gambaryan … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Kingdom (UK) has implemented a controversial ban on health and care workers from Nigeria and other foreign nations. According to the UK government, this move aims to curtail migration and reduce strain on public services. Overseas care workers, who brought an estimated 120,000 dependants to the UK in … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery has said recently announced British policy that prevents students on study visa from bringing their family members to the UK is not targeted at Nigerians only Richard added that the policy was also to curb the inflow of migrants and avoid overburdening the country’s housing … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the UK Government haso congratulates Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kashim Shettima on their inauguration as the President and Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Stand Ready To Dedicate My Entire Being To Serving You’ — Tinubu Promises Nigerians Read Full Text Of President Buhari’s … Read more
The UK government is planning to restrict Nigerian students, and others from bring their family over. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to announce these restrictions this week due. This decision is set to reduce the level of net migration to the country Eko Hot Blog reports that the UK government is planning to impose … Read more
The UK Govt has been urged to show mercy on Ike Ekweremadu over organ trafficking allegations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives has made an appeal to the UK government to show compassion in the sentencing of Ike Ekweremadu and his wife, Beatrice. The resolution was reached following a motion moved by … Read more
Details of Atiku’s meeting with UK government has emerged. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the details of the meeting between the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and United Kingdom government officials have emerged. This online media platform reported that Atiku’s Spokesman, Paul Ibe, had said the former Vice President will … Read more
Fani-Kayode, 55 Other Dead Nigerians Who Have Unclaimed Assets In The UK EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Kingdom government has released the names of at least 56 Nigerians who died in the country and have properties including estates yet to be claimed. According to Business Day, the list was on the … Read more
Roman Abramovich and two others delegates were reportedly ‘poisoned during Peace Talks’. The incident has raised serious safety questions about the continuation of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine and President Zelensky’s involvement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich was poisoned along with Ukrainian negotiators with chemical weapons during peace talks … Read more
Who is on the final shortlist as Abramovich prepares to bring Chelsea’s19-year spell to a halt? With Roman Abramovich preparing to bring a 19-year stint as Blues owner to a close, several candidates are looking to step into his shoes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chelsea Football Club is set to change hands in 2022 … Read more
Petr Cech speaks on Thomas Tuchel’s future amid Chelsea uncertainty. Petr Cech has spoken about Thomas Tuchel’s fate at Chelsea following the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the west London club. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Petr Cech, Chelsea’s technical and performance adviser, on Sunday, admitted that he hopes Thomas Tuchel stays at Chelsea following sanctions against … Read more
Kai Havertz’s late strike eases Chelsea gloom in a 1–0 win against Newcastle United. Chelsea remains in third place in the Premier League and turns their attention to defending a 2-0 lead in the Champions League’s last 16-second leg clash with Lille on Wednesday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Kai Havertz eased Chelsea’s dismay over … Read more
Roman Abramovich has been badly hit with another major sanction after Premiere League disqualified him as Chelsea FC director. Under the current restrictions, the London club is unable to sell tickets or merchandise, offer new contracts and won’t be allowed to buy or sell plays in the transfer window. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Ralf Rangnick has demanded punishment for Arsenal and Everton after Abramovich, Chelsea sanction. Rangnick, speaking to the media on Friday, claimed Arsenal should also be looked at as Russian oligarchs have owned shares in the Gunners and Everton too. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Manchester United interim boss, Ralf Rangnick, has called for Arsenal and … Read more