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Resident doctors at Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH) in Zaria have begun a five-day warning strike over salary cuts and arrears, demanding immediate resolution from management. EKO HOT BLOG reports that resident doctors at Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH) in Zaria have initiated a five-day warning strike, demanding that management address their salary issues. … Read more
A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed the Abacha family’s suit challenging the revocation of their Maitama property, citing it was statute-barred and lacked legal standing. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit filed by the family of the late Head of State, General Sani Abacha, against the … Read more
Tinubu returned to Abuja after attending the AU’s Mid-Year Coordination Meeting in Ghana. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja from Accra, Ghana, where he attended the 6th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union (AU). Arriving at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at about 10 PM on … Read more
A Max Air Boeing 737 with 119 passengers and six crew members experienced rear gear tire bursts during takeoff from Yola Airport, but no injuries were reported. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Max Air aircraft carrying 119 passengers and six crew members was cleared for takeoff when its first rear gear tires burst. While attempting … Read more
The Federal Government will spend N36bn to convert 30,000 vehicles to run on CNG in the next 90 days, providing free kits to reduce transport and food costs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government will spend an estimated N36bn to convert 30,000 petrol or diesel-powered vehicles to run on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) within … Read more
NMDPRA is awaiting new reports to confirm the sulphur content of Dangote refinery diesel amid claims and counterclaims about fuel quality. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) is anticipating new reports to verify the sulphur content of diesel produced by the Dangote refinery. This follows Dangote’s rebuttal of … Read more
Philip Shaibu, Edo Deputy Governor, rejoins APC, with Oshiomhole calling it a typical political move. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former Edo State Governor, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, has described the reinstated Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu’s return to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the ‘nature of politics’. The embattled Deputy Governor dumped the main opposition … Read more
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu supports a part-time legislative system for state and federal lawmakers to reduce expenses and improve public confidence in the government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Governor of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has voiced his support for implementing a part-time legislative system for both state and federal lawmakers. The former … Read more
Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, forgives those spreading lies about him and urges them to help Nigerians suffering from economic hardship instead. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, declared on Sunday that he holds no grudges against those spreading lies about him. In a … Read more
Heavy rainfall in Sokoto State’s Gada Local Government Area has displaced 1,664 people, damaged homes, and destroyed farmland. EKO HOT BLOG reports that at least 1,664 individuals have been displaced due to recent flooding in four communities in Gada Local Government Area of Sokoto State. According to a statement by Abdullahi Ghani, Information Officer of the … Read more
NiMet predicts thunderstorms and showers across various Nigerian states from Sunday to Tuesday, with significant rainfall expected in northern and central regions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted thunderstorms and showers across the nation from Sunday to Tuesday. According to NiMet’s weather forecast released on Saturday in Abuja, thunderstorms are … Read more
Yvonne Jegede announces the death of her adopted child, Olamide, due to cholera, while two other adopted children recently graduated from secondary school. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a heartfelt post on her Instagram page, Yvonne shared that the deceased, named Olamide, was a bright young student she met when he was in Primary 4. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s recent announcement of the Ministry of Livestock Development on July 9, 2024, marks a pivotal step towards revitalizing Nigeria’s agricultural sector. This visionary initiative aims not only to enhance economic opportunities but also to tackle persistent challenges faced by farmers and herders nationwide. EDITOR’S PICK FG To Repatriate 250 More Nigerians From … Read more
The Labour Party denies the Presidency’s claims that Peter Obi and his supporters are behind the planned anti-government protests scheduled for August 1. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party has refuted claims made by the Presidency that its presidential flag bearer, Peter Obi, and his supporters are behind the planned nationwide anti-government protest scheduled … Read more
Governor Godwin Obaseki expresses confidence that PDP candidate Asue Ighodalo will win the September governorship election, following Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu’s switch to APC. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed optimism that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asue Ighodalo, will win the upcoming September governorship election and succeed him. … Read more
Environmental taskforce in Taraba State, led by retired General Jeremiah Aliyu Faransa, destroys an illegal mining camp and arrests three miners following a statewide ban on mining. EKO HOT BLOG reports that retired General Jeremiah Aliyu Faransa, Chairman of the Special Taskforce Committee on Environmental Protection, Public Safety, and Prohibition of Deforestation, has taken drastic measures … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Accra, Ghana to participate in the Sixth Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union, which includes RECs, RMs, and AU Member States. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Accra, Ghana, to participate in the Sixth Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union (AU), the Regional … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Phillip Shaibu, has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Shaibu announced his departure from the main opposition party at a campaign rally held on Saturday in the state. EDITOR’S PICK FG To Repatriate 250 More Nigerians From UAE JUST IN: Imo … Read more
Lagos police demote officer caught in a viral video attempting to extort money from a drone operator on Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command announced the demotion of an officer who attempted to extort money from a drone operator, as seen in a viral video. The video captured two … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Mujidat Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, the eldest daughter of President Bola Tinubu, has been inducted as an Associate Member of the Professional Statisticians’ Society of Nigeria (PSSN) for her contributions to promoting the adoption and use of statistical data for national growth and development. The induction ceremony took place during the 8th … Read more