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EFCC Peels Off The Layers Of Alleged Fraud Involving El-Rufai

Jun 11, 2024.Jun 11, 2024. by Praise Ben

EFCC initiates full-scale probe into alleged fraud involving El-Rufai. Task force reviews findings of Kaduna Assembly’s Ad-Hoc Committee, implicating El-Rufai in N423 billion misappropriation. El-Rufai and associates to be summoned for questioning, including former Finance commissioners, accountant generals, and KADIRS chairpersons. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is gearing up … Read more

Panic Rises As Smuggled Nigerian Petrol Soars To N1,700/Litre

Jun 11, 2024.Jun 11, 2024. by Praise Ben

Smuggled Nigerian petrol floods West African markets, selling at N1,700/litre. Federal Government raises alarm over petrol smuggling into neighbouring countries. Customs seizes over 150,000 litres of smuggled petrol, launches Operation Whirlwind to curb activities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government raised an alarm on Monday about the resurgence of petrol smuggling, particularly Premium Motor … Read more

Quick Release: Abducted Catholic Priest In Kaduna Unchained

Jun 11, 2024.Jun 11, 2024. by Praise Ben

Rev. Fr. Gabriel Ukeh of St. Thomas Parish in Kaduna State was released less than 24 hours after being kidnapped. The abduction occurred early Sunday morning at the Parish Rectory. The release was confirmed by Rev. Fr. Okafor Tochukwu in a statement on Monday night. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rev. Fr. Gabriel Ukeh, the Catholic … Read more

Kano High Court Halts EFCC’s Actions Against Kwankwaso, Others

Jun 11, 2024. by Praise Ben

Kano High Court issues interim order preventing EFCC from arresting or inviting NNPP leader Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and associates. Court action also protects Buba Galadima and five other party leaders from harassment or intimidation by EFCC. Order follows EFCC’s investigation into ₦2.5 billion campaign funds; next hearing set for June 24. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more

NYSC Registration Portal Crash Leaves Over 10,000 Applicants Stranded

Jun 11, 2024.Jun 11, 2024. by Praise Ben

Fraud Alert: NYSC Revokes Certificates of 101 Mobilized Individuals

Over 10,000 NYSC applicants in Cross River State are stranded after the registration portal crashed. The portal opened on June 8, 2024, but malfunctioned within 12 hours due to a conflict with NIMC’s database link. NYSC issued a formal apology on June 10, 2024, acknowledging the disruption and explaining the cause. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more

Looming Strike: ‘Keep National Grid Operational’ – Nigerians Beg NLC

Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

Nigerians appeal to organized labour not to switch off the national grid if they resume their strike over minimum wage demands. Organized labour, including NLC and TUC, insists on a ₦250,000 living wage and rejects proposals of ₦62,000 or ₦100,000 as insufficient. Labour has given the government a deadline until June 11, 2024, to address … Read more

BREAKING: ‘Defected Rivers Lawmakers Remain In Seat’ – Court Rules

Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

The court rules that defected Rivers lawmakers remain in their seats. Judge rules lawmakers remain members of PDP due to lack of evidence proving their APC membership. Earlier report from The Nation indicated court declaring seats vacant pending resolution of lawsuit. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has rejected … Read more

BREAKING: Reps Seek Rotational Presidency, Six-Year Single Tenure

Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

Lawmakers in the House of Representatives advocate constitutional amendments for six years rotational presidency. The proposed amendments aim to enhance efficiency in governance, reduce government spending and wastage, and promote national stability. Ikenga Ugochinyere, speaking on behalf of the group, highlights the benefits of implementing these amendments, emphasizing cost-cutting measures and improved governance. EKO HOT … Read more

FG Plans Audit Of NNPC’s ₦2.8 Trillion Fuel Subsidy Claims

Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

KPMG conducts forensic audit revealing ₦3.3 trillion inconsistency in fuel subsidy claims by NNPC. NNPCL initially reported ₦6 trillion in subsidy spending, with the government owing ₦2.8 trillion, as per CEO Mele Kyari. Nigerian Government plans fresh audit of NNPC’s ₦2.8 trillion fuel subsidy claim spanning 2015 to 2021 to authenticate claims. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

Minimum Wage: ‘Grace Period Ends Tomorrow, Prepare For Action’ – NLC Warns FG

Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

Minimum Wage: ‘Grace Period Ends Tomorrow, Prepare For Action’ – NLC Warns FG. The NLC has given the Federal Government a grace period until midnight on June 11, 2024, to meet their demands. Failure to meet the demands may lead to the resumption of nationwide industrial action by the NLC and TUC. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

PDP Releases Updated Timetable, NEC Meeting Set For September

Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

The PDP will hold its second NEC meeting for 2024 on September 26, with the adjusted timetable released on Monday. Issues from the first NEC meeting, including the fate of Acting National Chairman Illiya Damagum, were postponed to the next meeting. Ward/delegates congresses are scheduled for July 27, with appeals from these congresses to be … Read more

Lagos Court To Rule On Attorney General’s Application To Halt EFCC’s ‘N1.35b Fraud’ Case

Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos, to rule on Lagos State Attorney General’s application to halt trial of Azubuike Ishekwene and Olalekan Abdul for alleged N1.35b fraud. Attorney General Lawal Pedro filed for discontinuance after failed attempt to take over prosecution. EFCC accuses defendants of conspiracy, forgery, and stealing. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Special … Read more

‘I Was The Wind Beneath Tinubu’s Wings, My Support Was Crucial’ – Atiku Makes Fresh Claims

Jun 10, 2024.Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

‘I Saved Tinubu’s Political Career, My Support Was Crucial’ – Atiku Makes Fresh Claims. Vice President Kashim Shettima acknowledged Atiku’s and Nuhu Ribadu’s support from Tinubu during times of persecution. Atiku’s Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, counters Shettima’s claim, asserting that it was Tinubu who benefited from Atiku’s goodwill. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Atiku Abubakar, the … Read more

IPOB Hideout Raid: Military Forces Kill Seven Militias In Abia

Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

Troops raided an IPOB hideout in Arochukwu LGA, Abia State, encountering IEDs and recovering locally fabricated weapons. The operation resulted in the dispersal of terrorists, with one soldier sustaining minor injuries. In Zamfara, troops foiled a kidnap attempt, killing two terrorists and rescuing four passengers while recovering weapons and a vehicle. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more

Borno Stands Alone Against State Police, Reps To Consult Governors

Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

Borno opposes the establishment of state police in Nigeria Tinubu supports state police, with a bill to amend the constitution for this purpose progressing in the House of Representatives. The House of Representatives is planning consultations with state governors and political parties to gather support for the constitutional amendments required for state police. EKO HOT … Read more

Igbo Women Urge Tinubu: Tame Herdsmen, Let Farmers Return Safely

Jun 10, 2024.Jun 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

Igbo women, under the Igbo Women Assembly (IWA), called for disarming violent herdsmen in the South East due to attacks on farmers. The IWA criticized military checkpoints for stifling the region’s economy and driving away youths. IWA National President, Lolo Nneka Chimezie, urged President Tinubu to address the unprovoked attacks by herders and emphasized no … Read more

Ex-Governor Ortom Denies Responsibility for Benue Insecurity, Blames Withheld Funds

Jun 9, 2024. by Praise Ben

Former Benue Governor Ortom denies responsibility for the state’s insecurity, attributing issues to withheld financial assistance. Ortom highlighted his efforts against the herdsmen crisis, including enacting the anti-open grazing law. Ortom criticized his successor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, for making unsubstantiated allegations and emphasized his sacrifices to protect the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the immediate … Read more

Match Workers’ Wages, Cut Your Salary To ₦60,000 – NNPP’s Oguntoyinbo To Governors

Jun 9, 2024. by Praise Ben

Ambassador Oguntoyinbo urges Nigerian governors to reduce their own salaries. He criticizes the governors’ stance as “insensitive” and praises Edo State Governor Dr. Godwin Obaseki for independently setting a ₦70,000 minimum wage in his state. Ajadi calls for the fair distribution of increased federal allocations to states and emphasizes the inadequacy of ₦60,000 in the … Read more

Ministry Of Works Takes Action Against Vandalism On Third Mainland Bridge

Jun 9, 2024. by Praise Ben

Federal Ministry of Works collaborates with police to enhance security on Third Mainland Bridge Federal Controller of Works in Lagos emphasizes zero-tolerance for vandalism on public infrastructure Increased police patrols lead to arrests of vandals, including those responsible for theft of LED road stud lights EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Ministry of Works is … Read more