Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles have booked their spot in the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) after an impressive 3-1 victory over Ghana’s Black Galaxies at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo, on Saturday. After a goalless stalemate in the first leg in Accra, the Eagles B dominated the second leg with an explosive first-half performance that … Read more
A fire erupted Saturday morning at a petrol station in Itam, Itu Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, consuming a truckload of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the firefighters from the state fire service, with the help of police personnel, battled the flames for several hours before managing to bring … Read more
The Super Eagles were stunned 2-1 by 2026 World Cup qualifying rivals Rwanda in their final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in Uyo on November 18, 2024. This was Rwanda’s first-ever victory over Nigeria at full international level, leaving the home side in disbelief after a tough battle. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox … Read more
Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and key wingback Ola Aina have been ruled out, while Ademola Lookman remains a major doubt for Monday’s crucial 2025 AFCON qualifying Group D fixture against Rwanda’s Amavubi. The match will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State. Nwabali was … Read more
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has set Monday, November 18, for Nigeria’s final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. This Matchday 6 fixture will close out the race for Group D slots in the 35th AFCON finals, scheduled to take place in Morocco … Read more
Substitute Fisayo Dele-Bashiru netted the decisive goal as the Super Eagles secured a 1-0 victory over Libya in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Friday in Uyo. Nigeria started the match with confidence, dominating possession but struggling to create clear scoring opportunities. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – … Read more
The much-anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Libya’s Mediterranean Knights is scheduled to take place at Akwa Ibom Stadium in Uyo. This match is a pivotal event in Group D, heralding the return of international football for fans across the continent. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
Libya has chosen the Martyrs of Benina Stadium as the venue to host Group D leaders, Nigeria, for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match on Tuesday, October 15. Nigeria will play the first leg of the fixture at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Friday, September 11. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly … Read more
Before my two kòrókòró eyes, I saw a flea metamorphose into a lion. This is not fàbú, it’s true. I watched a bug grow into a beast, and I saw a small, toothy boy, whose jerry curls fluffed down his shoulders, dribbling his way to stardom. All of the flea, the bug, and the fluffy-haired … Read more
The Ghana Black Stars may have to play their remaining AFCON 2025 home games in Nigeria following the Confederation of African Football (CAF)’s withdrawal of approval for the use of Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. During their last inspection in Ghana, CAF identified several issues with the stadium, including an unsuitable playing field, uneven surfaces, … Read more
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are gearing up to take revenge on their West African neighbours, Cheetahs of Benin Republic in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign. Recall that in June, the Benin’s Cheetahs, under the leadership of former Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr defeated Nigeria 2-1. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For … Read more
Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has joined the camp ahead of Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Osimhen’s late arrival was due to the finalization of his transfer from Napoli to Galatasaray. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, … Read more
Austin Eguavoen has emphasized that the Super Eagles players must take responsibility for turning their fortunes around. The Eagles will kick off their qualifying campaign for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a home match against the Benin Republic’s Cheetahs on Saturday, September 7, in Uyo. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing … Read more
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, affirmed on Tuesday that the Nigerian military will not be used to undemocratically advance the interests of any group, dismissing calls to overthrow the democratically elected government. Speaking at the opening of the COAS Combined 2nd and 3rd Quarters Conference in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, Lagbaja noted … Read more
ASUU, Calabar Zone, criticizes the Federal Government’s student loan, calling it a scheme to indebt Nigerian students. The student loan program started last Friday, with 3,764 applications from 126 institutions on the first day. ASUU’s Dr. Happiness Uduk highlights the irony of former scholarship beneficiaries now promoting student loans. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Academic … Read more
Hugo Broos has announced a 36-man squad for South Africa’s World Cup qualifier against Nigeria on June 7. Nigeria, third in Group C, must win to stay in contention for qualification. South Africa’s goalkeeper Rowen Williams is confident, of their chances to beat the Super Eagles. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hugo Broos, the head … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured the conviction and sentencing of the proprietor of a Uyo Cybercrime Training Centre, Ikemesit Edet, popularly known as Hustle Kingdom (HK). A statement released on Saturday by EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said Edet was jailed on … Read more
Legislator Okpolupm Better urged Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers members to embrace new technologies for industrial progress. He emphasized the importance of safety engineering and regulatory compliance for sustainable development. The investiture ceremony in Akwa Ibom State highlighted the commitment to upholding safety standards and integrating environmental stewardship. Eko Hot Blog reports that The legislator … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that several Super Eagles stars had a nerve-wracking experience ahead of their final Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sao Tome and Principe. The players, who have been at camp since it opened on Wednesday, September 6, found themselves in a somewhat alarming predicament inside an elevator at their Four Points … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, arrested 17 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. They were arrested during a sting operation following a series of intelligence reports which linked the suspects to … Read more