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President Bola Tinubu will meet with labor leaders to finalize discussions on a new minimum wage, while the Association of Local Government of Nigeria seeks revised revenue formulas for local governments. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu is set to meet with labor leaders on Thursday to finalize discussions on a new minimum … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Former United States President Donald Trump was officially nominated as the Republican Party’s presidential candidate for the November election on Monday. This was confirmed at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. EDITOR’S PICK Minimum Wage: Labour Warns Governors Against Harmful Advice, Await President’s Decision ₦14.77 Billion Spent On Presidential Air … Read more
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara supports President Tinubu’s government, calls for fair investigations to reduce prison overcrowding, and emphasizes the importance of integrating ex-convicts into society. Eko Hot Blog reports that Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu’s government, urging stakeholders to do the same for the country’s success. … Read more
Donald Trump has chosen Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate for the 2024 presidential election. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Republican Party candidate for the November 2024 elections in America, Donald Trump, has officially picked Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. The former President announced Vance as his choice on Monday. Here … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the cancelation of the aptitude examination for candidates applying for Direct Entry in 2024. This was disclosed on Monday via a post on JAMB’s official social media account. JAMB indicated that alternative criteria for admissions will be evaluated for Direct Entry … Read more
NIMC denies charging fees in dollars for NIN data modifications, attributing the issue to VPN usage and advising users to turn off VPNs or contact support if the problem persists. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) on Monday denied accusations that it charges fees in U.S. dollars for National Identification … Read more
A Kano State High Court has issued a perpetual injunction preventing Aminu Ado-Bayero and four other dethroned emirs from parading themselves as emirs and ordered them to surrender properties belonging to the Kano State Emirate Council. Eko Hot Blog reports that a Kano State High Court, on Monday, granted a perpetual injunction restraining the 15th … Read more
Nigerian youths plan nationwide protests from August 1-10, 2024, to highlight severe hardship and call for policy reversals, gaining momentum particularly in the North. Eko Hot Blog reports that Government officials are on edge and police are on high alert as Nigerian youths plan nationwide protests from August 1-10, 2024, to highlight the severe hardships … Read more
The National Assembly actively lobbied for the Nigerian government to sign the Samoa Agreement, despite recent moves to suspend its implementation, motivated by the opportunity for a Nigerian lawmaker to secure a position in the OACPS-EU-JPA. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Assembly played a pivotal role in urging the Nigerian government to sign … Read more
The federal government announced the rescue of kidnapped Kaduna journalists and their family without paying ransom, demonstrating the Tinubu administration’s commitment to combating insecurity. Eko Hot Blog reports that the federal government has announced that the successful rescue of kidnapped journalists was the result of a combined effort by security agencies, with no ransom paid. Minister of … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has ordered strict action against individuals removing manholes and illegally disposing of waste in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed the ministries of environment and works to take strict action against individuals removing manholes and engaging in illegal waste disposal. The governor condemned these actions, emphasizing their … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lautaro Martinez scored an extra-time winner as Argentina defeated Colombia 1-0 to claim a record 16th Copa America title at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday. A poor game marred by security and crowd issues, resulting in an 82-minute delay, was decided by Martinez’s quality finish — his fifth goal of the … Read more
President Bola Tinubu condemned the attack on Donald Trump at his Pennsylvania campaign rally, where one person was killed and two were critically injured. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu joined world leaders on Sunday to condemn the attack on former United States President Donald Trump. Tinubu expressed his sentiments on his official X … Read more
Chima won the ninth season of Nigerian Idol, impressing judges and audiences alongside finalists Lammy and Chioma. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chima, a Nigerian vocalist, has been crowned the champion of the ninth season of Nigerian Idol. The announcement of his victory took place during the finale of the show on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICK Two … Read more
Nigerian Army troops arrested two notorious terrorists in Taraba State after a fierce shootout and recovered two motorcycles; suspects are undergoing interrogation. Eko Hot Blog reports that troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested two notorious terrorists after a fierce shootout in Geshi Village, Damisa Ward, Donga … Read more
PDP wins all chairmanship seats and 499 of 500 wards in Delta State local government elections; APM wins one ward. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured a sweeping victory in Saturday’s local government elections, winning all seats across 500 wards in Delta State’s 25 Local Government Areas. The election saw … Read more
Former Kogi governor Yahaya Bello is under protective custody by the state government after being declared wanted by the EFCC. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello is reportedly under the protective custody of the current state Governor, Usman Ododo. Bello has been in the custody of the Kogi state government … Read more
Custom officer Hamza Abdullahi Elenwo killed by a suspected smuggler in Jigawa State during an arrest attempt. Eko Hot Blog reports that an officer of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) attached to the Federal Operations Unit, Zone B, was killed by a suspected smuggler in Jigawa State. The officer, identified as Inspector of Customs … Read more
Biden condemns shooting at Trump rally in Pennsylvania, stresses unity in America. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Joe Biden has strongly denounced the shooting incident that occurred at a rally held by former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania last Saturday. Earlier reports from this online media platform indicated that the individual who fired shots … Read more
An eyewitness spotted a man with a rifle on a rooftop before shots were fired at Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania; the shooter was neutralized by law enforcement. Eko Hot Blog reports that an eyewitness at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania has revealed that he spotted a man with a rifle on a nearby building’s rooftop … Read more