Gisèle Pelicot’s ex-husband, Dominique Pelicot, 72, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after being found guilty of drugging, raping, and enabling dozens of men to assault her over nearly a decade. The case, heard in Avignon, southern France, marks the country’s largest-ever rape trial. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant … Read more
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has ignited a heated debate on the X platform following his advice to his daughters to retaliate against domestic violence by returning any slap they receive from their husbands. EKO HOT BLOG reports that his comments were made during the National Dialogue Conference on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) … Read more
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has encouraged his daughters to defend themselves if subjected to physical abuse by their husbands. Speaking at the National Dialogue Conference on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) at Bayero University Kano, he stressed the need to end domestic violence. He highlighted its prevalence in Kano’s Shari’a courts. The conference, themed … Read more
Princess Zainab J. Ado Bayero, the daughter of the late Emir of Kano, HRH Alhaji Ado Bayero, has raised alarm over an alleged hostage situation involving her family in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the filmmaker and women’s rights advocate revealed to Vanguard that as of December 8, 2024, her mother and brother, Ahmed … Read more
A court in Italy has sentenced 23-year-old Filippo Turetta to life in prison for the brutal murder of his former girlfriend, Giulia Cecchettin, in a case that has drawn attention to the ongoing issue of violence against women in the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Turetta, who admitted to killing Cecchettin, 22, in November 2023—just … Read more
Norway’s parliament has approved legislation to extend the legal abortion limit from 12 to 18 weeks. EKO HOT BLOG learned that the proposal, backed by the center-left minority government, passed with broad support, despite some internal divisions within the government on the issue. The new law, which replaces the 1978 legislation, grants women the right … Read more
A woman who accused Conor McGregor of raping her has won her civil case against the Irish mixed martial arts fighter, securing damages. The jury found McGregor guilty of assaulting Nikita Hand in a Dublin hotel in December 2018 and ordered him to pay her over €248,000 (£206,000) in compensation. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has expressed that maintaining her virginity until her marriage to Nigerian politician Ned Nwoko was a significant achievement. The actress shared her thoughts during an Instagram Live session while addressing the controversy surrounding her recent comment about having 20 boyfriends before marrying Ned. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Regina revealed that … Read more
Singer and songwriter Simi has encouraged parents to raise daughters who are self-reliant, emphasizing that financial independence empowers women to take control of their own futures. In a recent TikTok video, the singer shared her thoughts, stating, “Please do not raise your daughters to believe that their only option is to rely on someone else … Read more
A video showing a Metropolitan Police officer allegedly advising a group of Nigerian women not to report their husbands to the police but to “manage it” has resurfaced on social media six years after it was originally recorded, prompting an investigation. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the footage, filmed in 2018 at Divine Restoration International … Read more
Popular Nigerian actress Kemi Lala Akindoju has ignited a debate with her views on marriage, childbirth, and the tradition of children inheriting their father’s surname. In a recent public statement, Akindoju questioned the convention that requires women to adopt their husband’s surname and the automatic assumption that children will inherit their father’s surname and state … Read more
Governor attends premiere of powerful biopic on Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti Commends film’s depiction of legendary advocate for justice and equality Urges Lagosians to embrace her pursuit of women’s rights and education Eko Hot Blog reports that in a powerful affirmation of his commitment to honoring iconic figures, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu graced the grand premiere of “Funmilayo … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Damagum, shared his optimistic vision, expressing his prayer and hope that a woman will eventually rise to the presidency of Nigeria. The PDP National Chairman noted that men have let down the current generation of Nigerians. EDITOR’S PICKS Hoodlums Vandalize BUA … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the government of Zamfara State has once again taken the decision to close eleven cattle markets in various parts of the state until further notice. This online media platform gathered that this action was announced by the state’s Commissioner for Information, Munnir Haidara, in a statement released on Wednesday, December 27. … Read more