Dangote Refinery: FG To Save $7.32 Billion Annually With Naira-Based Crude Oil Sale

29 Million Barrels NUPRC Dangote Refinery

  EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian government aims to save $7.32 billion annually following President Bola Tinubu’s directive that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) sell crude oil to local refineries in Naira. This announcement, made by Zacch Adedeji, Special Adviser on Revenue, came after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by … Read more

Igbo Youths Beat The Drum For Kanu’s Release, Sidestep Nationwide Protest

Igbo Youths Kanu Nationwide Protest

Igbo youths, led by the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Wing, have decided not to participate in the nationwide protest against economic hardship, urging instead for continued government engagement to address their grievances. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Igbo youths have firmly declared their non-participation in the proposed nationwide protest against the increasing hardship in Nigeria. Instead, they … Read more

NAMA Halts Planned 800% Levy Hike Following Keyamo’s Directive

NAMA 800% Levy Hike

NAMA has suspended its planned 800% increase in navigational charges following Minister Festus Keyamo’s directive, emphasizing economic sensitivity and the need for further consultations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has suspended its previously announced hike in navigational charges following directives from the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus … Read more

Arewa Group Gives A Nod To Tinubu For Crude Oil Sales Directive To Dangote Refinery

ACF Tinubu Dangote Refinery

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) commends President Bola Tinubu for directing NNPC to sell crude oil to local refiners in naira, urging affordable petroleum prices in return. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has praised President Bola Tinubu for directing the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to sell crude oil to … Read more

Nigerian Correctional Service Steels Up For August 1 Protests

Nigerian Correctional Service Protests

The Nigerian Correctional Service has placed its K9, intelligence, and armed squads on high alert to prevent a repeat of the attacks on correctional facilities experienced during the October 2020 #EndSARS protests. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) announced on Monday that its K9, intelligence, and armed squads have been placed on … Read more

Labour Celebrates Signing Of ₦70,000 Minimum Wage Legislation

Labour ₦70000 Minimum Wage

Labour unions express delight and call for immediate implementation after President Bola Tinubu signs the ₦70,000 minimum wage bill into law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the organized labour expressed delight on Monday after President Bola Tinubu signed the new National Minimum Wage Act into law, raising the minimum wage to ₦70,000. In an interview with … Read more

JUST IN: Protect Protesters Nationwide – IGP Orders Senior Officers

IGP

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday directed senior police officers to protect participants of the planned #EndBadGovernance protest slated for August 1 to 10, 2024. Egbetokun issued this directive in response to a request from human rights lawyer, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To … Read more

Rice Is Now Available For ₦40,0000, Protest Is Unnecessary – Minister

Protest Minister

Minister Mohammed Idris stated that there is no need for planned protests as the Tinubu government is addressing the concerns of aggrieved Nigerians, including food distribution. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced on Monday that there is no longer a need for the planned protests. According to … Read more

Police Service Commission Sets Date For 2022 Recruit Training

Police Service Commission Recruit Training

The Police Service Commission announced that training for successful applicants from the 2022 Constable Recruitment will begin on August 10, with specialist recruits starting two months later. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Police Service Commission announced on Monday that training for successful applicants from the 2022 Constable Recruitment exercise will commence on August 10, 2024. … Read more

WAEC Announces Release Date For 2024 WASSCE Results

National Assembly Age Limit

WAEC announced that the 2024 WASSCE results will be released online on August 5, after delays due to unspecified challenges. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced that the results for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) will be released on August 5. The announcement, trending on … Read more

Barred SIMs: Telecom Companies Deny Plans To Disrupt August Protests

USSD Codes Banks

Telecommunications companies have denied allegations of planning to disrupt the #endbadgovernance protests scheduled nationwide from August 1-10, 2024. They asserted that their obligation to provide continuous service, as per their social and economic commitments, prevents them from engaging in such actions. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To Dialogue – Sanwo-Olu On Protests ‘Nobody Is … Read more

APC Throws Shade At Peter Obi, Lauds Alex Otti On Stance Over Planned Protest

Peter Obi Comment Vigil

APC criticizes Peter Obi for supporting a protest against Tinubu’s government while praising Governor Alex Otti for advocating alternative solutions to Nigeria’s economic issues. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has mocked former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and praised Abia State Governor Alex Otti for their differing stances on the … Read more

US, UK, Canada Raise Red Flags For Nationals Over Planned Protest

Locations Nationwide Protests

The US, UK, and Canada have issued security alerts advising their nationals to avoid areas of potential violence during the #EndBadGovernance protest in Nigeria on August 1, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada have issued security alerts to their nationals in Nigeria, warning of potential violence during the planned #EndBadGovernance … Read more

CAN Counsels Christians To Steer Clear Planned Protest

Locations Nationwide Protests

CAN Niger State has urged Christians to avoid the upcoming nationwide protest, citing concerns about potential violence and exploitation by criminals. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) chapter in Niger State has urged Christians to refrain from participating in the upcoming nationwide protest scheduled for August 1-10, which aims to highlight … Read more

Super Falcons Edged Out 1-0 By Spain in Women’s Olympic Football

Super Falcons Spain Olympic

The Nigerian Super Falcons lost 1-0 to Spain in the Paris 2024 Women’s Olympic Football tournament, facing Japan next in a crucial match for qualification. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Super Falcons suffered a 1-0 defeat against Spain in their Group C match on Sunday evening in the Paris 2024 Women’s Olympic Football tournament. … Read more

#BBNaija: Full List Of Housemates Pair, Names, Photos

#BBNaija 9 Housemates Pair

Big Brother Naija Season 9, themed ‘No Loose Guard’, kicked off with housemates introduced in pairs for the first time, marking a departure from previous seasons. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 9th season of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija), themed ‘No Loose Guard’, kicked off on Sunday. The show host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, unveiled the housemates in … Read more

Abia Governor Otti Opposes Peter Obi On Planned Nationwide Protest

Otti Peter Obi Protest

Governor Alex Otti opposes Peter Obi’s endorsement of a nationwide protest, emphasizing the illegality of protesting without police approval. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has taken a stance that diverges from that of the Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, regarding a planned nationwide protest. A … Read more

Police Clarify Stance On Request For Protest Organizers’ Details

Police Protest Organizers' Details

The Nigerian Police have clarified that their request for protest organizers’ details is a standard procedure to ensure safety and effective communication, not an attempt to undermine constitutional rights. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Police Force has clarified its stance on the request for details of Nigerians planning to participate in the proposed nationwide … Read more

Kenneth Okonkwo Parts Ways With Peter Obi

Kenneth Okonkwo Parts Ways With Peter Obi

Nollywood actor Kenneth Okonkwo has left the Labour Party, criticizing its presidential candidate Peter Obi for being too weak and indecisive to address national issues. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nollywood actor and politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, has publicly parted ways with Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election. In a statement … Read more

BBNaija Season 9: Housemate Disqualified Hours Before Premiere

BBNaija Housemate Disqualified

Kingprisca was disqualified from BBNaija Season 9 for self-revelation before the designated date, claiming her phone was hacked. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a female contestant, Kingprisca, has allegedly been disqualified from the upcoming Big Brother Nigeria (BBNaija) Season 9 reality show before its commencement. According to a message shared by Kingprisca on TikTok, the show’s … Read more