US President’s son Hunter Biden has been found guilty of criminal charges. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hunter Biden, the son of United States (US) President Joe Biden has been found guilty on all charges in his historic criminal case focused on his purchase of a firearm in 2018. A jury found him guilty of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former President of the United States (US) President Donald Trump has been found guilty of all criminal counts in his Hush Money trial in New York. The 12-person jury, in a verdict read late Thursday night, found Trump guilty of all 34 felonies brought against him by prosecutors. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Nigerian Immigration Service to start home delivery of passports in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Kano, and Abuja from June 2024. Delays were due to a lack of data centres, according to Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. Home delivery for Nigerians abroad will begin in the US and UK, with initial testing to ensure effectiveness. EKO HOT … Read more
Xi and Putin sign a joint statement opposing the US on security issues China and Russia pledge a “new era” of partnership. The partnership deepens strategic ties and criticizes US Cold War mentality. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have pledged a “new era” of partnership between … Read more
Ex-US President Trump has been sitting through his criminal trial for about four weeks. He has seen prosecution witnesses try to incriminate him with their previous interactions and conversations. At issue is the hush money payment the former president made to a porn star, Stormy Daniels, in 2016. Eko Hot Blog reports that Michael Cohen, … Read more
President Joe Biden urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to protect Gaza civilians. The US withheld heavy bombs from Israel due to concerns over civilian safety in Rafah. Biden’s move aims to pressure Israel to prioritize civilian safety, despite criticism from Republicans and Israeli defiance of US advice. EKO HOT BLOG reports that US President … Read more
US halts shipment of bombs to Israel amid escalating conflict Decision made amidst concerns over civilian casualties and assault on Rafah Review of security assistance prompted by unfolding events in the region Eko hot blog reports that As tensions escalate between Israel and Hamas, the United States has made the unprecedented move of hating a … Read more
FG Denies Binance’s Bribery Allegation Accuses Crypto Firm of Attempting Blackmail Charges Binance with Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing Eko Hot Blog reports that in a fierce rebuttal, the President Bola Tinubu-led federal government has accused cryptocurrency trading platform Binance of attempting to blackmail Nigeria. This accusation comes in the wake of Binance’s allegation that top … Read more
US optimistic about resolving Gaza ceasefire deadlock Hopeful for progress with revised Hamas proposal Negotiations ongoing in Cairo Eko hot blog reports that The United States is optimistic about resolving the remaining differences between Israel and Hamas through negotiations on the latest ceasefire proposal. EDITOR’S PICKS MTN Nigeria To Adjust Call tariffs Amid Operational Challenges … Read more
Governors from 9 northern states attended a peace summit in the US The trip aimed to find lasting solutions to insecurity challenges Governor Dikko Radda says they now have a better understanding of the issues Eko Hot Blog reports that in a recent development, the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, has stated that he … Read more
Bello Matawalle urges US to share intelligence on terror attacks with Nigeria. Nigeria values partnership with US for enhancing cooperation in defense matters. Jennifer Zakriski reaffirms US commitment to supporting Nigeria in addressing security concerns. Bello Matawalle, United States, Nigeria, terrorism, intelligence sharing, defense cooperation, Jennifer Zakrisk EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of State … Read more
Shettima, US Deputy Secretary, Kurt Campbell, discussed security and bilateral relations. The meeting followed Shettima’s representatio of Tinubu at the IDA21 Summit in Nairobi. Both nations aim to boost ties, with Campbell co-chairing the US-Nigeria Binational Commission. Nigeria, Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, United States, Deputy Secretary, Kurt Campbell, Abuja, Security, Bilateral Relations, Technological Collaboration, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the founder of a popular cryptocurrency firm Binance, Changpeng Zhao has been sentenced to four months in a US prison on Tuesday. This sentence was handed down after the Canadian pleaded guilty to money laundering charges, marking the most high-profile crypto case since in recent time. Zhao had resigned from … Read more
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Urges U.S. Intervention to Halt Potential Israeli Assault on Rafah Concerns Mount Over Potential Displacement of Palestinian Population Amid Escalating Tensions Israel’s Offensive in Gaza Sparks Humanitarian Crisis: Thousands Killed, Mass Displacement Reported EKO HOT BLOG reports that in Riyadh on Sunday, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas asserted that solely the United … Read more
The Nigeria women’s beach volleyball team prepares for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games qualifiers. Coach Kayode Ajilore will lead the selected players through intensive training sessions. Nigeria aims to secure the sole ticket from Africa. Eko Hot Blog reports that The Nigeria Volleyball Federation has called up nine players to camp as the Nigeria women’s … Read more
Chinese port hosts sanctioned Russian ship linked to North Korea arms trade, raising concerns about China’s support for Russia amid Ukraine conflict. Russian vessel Angara docked at Chinese shipyard since February, sparking questions about China’s role in aiding Russian military. U.S. seeks to address China’s support for Russia during Blinken’s Beijing visit, highlighting tensions over … Read more
Taiwan’s defense ministry plans collaboration with US on new funding. Discussions to focus on allocation of funds amidst heightened tensions. Aim is to bolster combat readiness amid regional instability. Eko hot blog reports that Taiwan’s defense ministry announced on Sunday its plans to engage in discussions with the United States regarding the utilization of funding … Read more
North Korea tests new missiles amid rising tensions with the U.S. and South Korea. State media reported the tests, showing photos of missile launches. Tensions are high, leading to increased military activities by the U.S., South Korea, and Japan. EKO HOT BLOG reports that North Korea tests a “super-large” cruise missile warhead and a … Read more
Trump’s historic trial started on Monday with jury selection. On Day 3 of the trial on Thursday, the full 12-person jury had been selected. Jury selection for remaining alternate spots is set to resume Friday morning. Eko Hot Blog reports that former United States President Donald Trump has gotten a 12-person jury in his New … Read more
Philippines emphasizes independent decision to strengthen relations with Japan and US Move comes amid rising tensions in South China Sea Trilateral alliance aims for peace and prosperity in Indo-Pacific Eko hot blog reports that In a recent summit, the Philippines emphasized its independent decision to bolster connections with Japan and the U.S EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: … Read more