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President Bola Tinubu has directed the Ministry of Justice to collaborate with the National Assembly to address concerns raised about the contentious Tax Reform Bills. This directive comes amidst nationwide debates and protests, with critics claiming the proposed reforms could disrupt fiscal federalism by centralizing tax authority and diminishing state revenues. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia … Read more
Nigerian pastor Tobi Adegboyega, 44, has lost his appeal against deportation from the UK following allegations of financial misconduct and fraudulent activities linked to his controversial church, SPAC Nation. An immigration tribunal upheld the Home Office’s decision to deport Adegboyega, citing evidence of serious financial mismanagement and his unlawful residency since overstaying a visitor visa … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed a fire outbreak at its office in the Ika North East Local Government Area of Delta State, attributed to a sudden power surge. In a statement released on Tuesday, December 3, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, disclosed that … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday signed the Lagos Electricity Bill into law at a ceremony held at Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja. The event was attended by the Deputy Governor, Kadri Hamzat, members of the State House of Assembly, and the state executive council. Governor Sanwo-Olu commended the state lawmakers for their … Read more
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives witnessed a chaotic scene as lawmakers clashed in a heated shouting match over President Bola Tinubu’s controversial Tax Reform Bill. The turmoil erupted during a session when the House spokesperson and Chairman of the Media and Publicity Committee, Akin Rotimi, made a remark regarding the tax bills while presenting … Read more
Officers from the Zone 2 Command in Lagos have arrested prominent human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, following a defamation petition filed by a complainant. The petition, which alleges that Farotimi made defamatory statements in a public forum, has led to his detention. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts … Read more
The Senate confirmed on Tuesday, the appointment of Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as the substantive Chief of Army Staff (COAS), following the adoption of the Army Committee’s screening report. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church of Christ in Lagos Over N5m Donation EFCC Alleges Nigerian Banks … Read more
Kuye Oghenevwede Adegoke, widely known as Egungun of Lagos, is one of Nigeria’s most popular and dynamic content creators. Born on March 5, 1995, in Lagos State, Nigeria, Egungun is renowned for his unique approach to entertainment and his ability to blend traditional culture with modern social media trends. EKO HOT BLOG reports that his rise … Read more
Nigeria is once again grappling with a situation many hoped to never revisit—cash scarcity. The country experienced a similar ordeal in early 2023 when the then President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration introduced new naira notes and abruptly banned the old ones. What followed was nothing short of chaos. With old notes withdrawn and the new currency … Read more
The Paws Mystery Quest for December 3, 2024, has been released, offering players the opportunity to earn in-game rewards. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church of Christ in Lagos Over N5m Donation EFCC Alleges Nigerian Banks Are Channels for Money Laundering EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Two transporters, Taofeek Olatunbosun and Rafiu Abdelmalik, were allegedly brutalized by Nigerian Customs Service officers and soldiers at a checkpoint on the Badagry-Seme Expressway over the weekend for making a video. The duo, suspected by the officers of supplying journalists with information about smuggling activities, claimed they were tortured after being accused of espionage. The … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to engage in wider consultations on the controversial tax reform bills currently before the National Assembly. These include the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024, Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill, all aimed at … Read more
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, disclosed that Simon Ekpa, the self-proclaimed leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), issued threats against him for not endorsing the agitation for Biafra. Speaking during an interview with Arise Television on Monday, Kalu recounted the threats and reaffirmed his commitment to national unity. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru for threatening to dismiss workers striking over the non-implementation of the ₦70,000 national minimum wage. Governor Nwifuru, speaking at the Government House in Abakaliki on Monday, warned that striking employees who fail to resume work risk being sacked, with their salaries withheld. He … Read more
The Presidency has dismissed claims that the Tax Reform Bills are being rushed through the National Assembly, emphasizing that the process reflects over 14 months of rigorous work. Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, stated on Monday that more than 80 professionals across the country contributed to the reforms, … Read more
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to striking workers in the state, warning of dismissal and salary withholding if they fail to resume work. The governor’s directive comes in response to a seven-day warning strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Ebonyi State chapter, over the alleged non-implementation of the … Read more
Princess Chineke, a former beauty queen and Nollywood actress, has embarked on a new journey by joining the United States Army. Princess, who once represented Anambra State in the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) pageant, shared the surprising career switch on her Instagram page. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to retire approximately 1,000 employees as part of a strategic workforce realignment under the leadership of Governor Olayemi Cardoso. A severance package exceeding ₦50 billion has been allocated for this initiative. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church … Read more
The Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) has scaled down its operations to enhance the facility while resuming limited product distribution, including Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), kerosene, and diesel. This development comes as independent petroleum marketers challenge the proposed price of N1,030 per litre for petrol from the refinery, citing concerns over affordability compared to alternatives … Read more
A devastating arson attack has claimed the lives of a 22-year-old fashion designer, Eniola Oduse, and her two children, four-year-old Eri and two-year-old Onoara, in the Ita Marun community of Ibeju Lekki, Lagos State. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, November 26, has left Eniola’s husband, Kehinde, 25, critically injured and … Read more