Kidnappers Abduct Family Members of Kwara APC Leader Police Unaware of Chairman’s Family Kidnapping Kidnappers Strike Again in Kwara A five-man armed gang, suspected of being kidnappers, abducted the wife and daughter of Alhaji Muhammad Swasun, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman for Patigi Local Government Area in Kwara State. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Councillors representing Epe Central, Ibeju-Lekki, Lekki, Eredo, and Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDAs have extended their support to victims of the tragic accident at Ayetoro Market on Monday, November 11, 2024. The incident, involving a Dangote truck loaded with cement that lost control on Paramount Hill, resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, leaving the … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Division Professional Women Association (EPWA) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic accident that occurred on the morning of Monday, November 11, 2024, at Aiyetoro Market, Epe, which claimed several lives and left others injured. In a statement jointly signed by EPWA President Folake Oluyemi and Secretary Kunle-Lawal Oluwatoyin, … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Local Government Secretariat was filled with sorrow and prayers on Thursday, November 14, 2024, as the community gathered to honour the victims of the tragic accident that happened at Ayetoro Market on Monday. Many people, including top officials, traditional rulers, religious leaders, Market Men and Women and residents, attended the … Read more
Hon. Wale Raji, representing Epe Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has joined others to offer prayers for the victims of the tragic Ayetoro accident. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a prayer session was held yesterday to honour those who lost their lives and aimed to provide comfort to the grieving families. … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, visited the General Hospital Epe (GHE) to sympathize with the victims of the tragic accident that occurred on Monday, November 11, 2024. During the visit, she paid the full medical bills of all the victims and promised to provide more support … Read more
At least 35 people have lost their lives in a car attack in southern China, marking one of the deadliest acts of public violence in the country in decades. Authorities report that a 62-year-old man, identified as Mr. Fan, drove his car into a stadium in Zhuhai on Monday, targeting people exercising on the track. … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Chairmen of Epe Federal Constituency—Hon. Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun (Epe Local Government), Hon. Monsuru Akinloye (Eredo LCDA), have reacted to the tragic accident at Ayetoro Market, which claimed several lives and left many others injured. Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, in a statement, expressed deep sadness, saying, “This is a dark … Read more
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has donated N40 million and essential food items to support victims of the devastating tanker explosion in Majiya village, Jigawa State, which occurred on October 16 and has claimed over 170 lives. In addition, the House of Representatives pledged N100 million to assist those affected by the tragedy. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
A mass shooting in Alabama has left at least four people dead and dozens injured, police reported on Saturday. “We believe multiple shooters fired several rounds at a crowd in the Five Points South district of Birmingham shortly after 11:00 p.m.,” police officer Truman Fitzgerald told local media. Officers discovered two men and a woman … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Engr. Rasaki Bamidele Kasali, the Executive Chairman of Lekki LCDA, along with key council officials, visited the victims of a gas explosion at Famous Hospital today. The explosion, which took place on September 11, 2024, at around 4:30 pm in Tiye, resulted in two individuals suffering first and second degree burns. … Read more
Sexual and domestic violence cases are often discussed in the context of women, but data shows men are also victims. According to Lagos government data, at least 70 men have reported being victims in the state. Notwithstanding, statistics show that women are overwhelmingly more likely to suffer sexual and domestic violence. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
There was a gas explosion in Ibeju Lekki LGA on Tuesday afternoon. The explosion claimed one life and injured many others. The Ibeju Lekki LGA boss has promised relief and aid for the victims. Eko Hot Blog reports that a gas explosion has killed a vendor and injured a few others in the Abule Pan … Read more
A heavy-duty truck drove into multiple vehicles at Anthony Service Lane, Lagos. However, the accident did not result in the fatality of any vehicle occupant. Some victims were injured and have been taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Eko Hot Blog reports that three “seriously injured accident victims” have been rescued after a heavy-duty … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that”We Want Quick and Urgent Intervention, We Cannot Stand This Humiliation Again.” Residents affected by the recent explosion in Bodija, Ibadan, have voiced out their frustrations, claiming neglect by the state government. Ayo Ogunlola, one of the victims, expressed their dismay, stating, “We were originally housed at Calton Gate Hotels, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has condemned the kidnap of female Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Borno and students in Kaduna State. This online media platform gathered that bandits, on Thursday, attacked the Government Secondary School and LEA primary school in Kuriga, Kaduna State, whisking away no fewer than 280 students, pupils and … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has stated that over 90 per cent of the victims of the explosion that rocked the Adeyi area of Old Bodija in the ancient Ibadan city have been discharged. He noted that investigations into the explosion on Dejo Oyelese Street, which has claimed five lives thus … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that in response to the recent explosion in Ibadan, Oyo State, Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, conducted a visit on Saturday to assess the impact on the University College Hospital (UCH) and interact with victims receiving treatment. The primary purpose of Dr. Alausa’s visit was … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that seven people out of ten abducted in the Sagwari Estate in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have regained freedom from their abductors. This online media platform understands that amid the increasing insecurity in Abuja, a group of gunmen raided the estate opposite Government Girls Secondary School (GGSS) … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived at the Yakubu Gowon Airport in Jos, Plateau State capital over the recent attacks on some villages in the North Central State. The vice president was received by the Plateau state Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadau, the Chief of Defence … Read more