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President Tinubu, Vice President Shettima, and several governors are holding a closed-door meeting in Abuja, following discussions with labour leaders about the new minimum wage. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has begun a closed-door meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima and several governors in his office at the State House, Abuja. The … Read more
The Federal Government is optimistic about resolving the national minimum wage issue by next week after a closed-door meeting between President Tinubu and labor leaders. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has expressed optimism that the issue surrounding the new national minimum wage will be resolved by next week. Minister of Information and … Read more
ECOWAS Parliament urges member states to address economic instability and job scarcity to prevent youth migration to Europe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament on Wednesday voiced concerns over the irregular migration of youths from the region seeking better opportunities in Europe and other developed countries. During … Read more
Tinubu presided over the FEC meeting, where eight new permanent secretaries were sworn in, and key issues such as the Procurement Act, Samoa Agreement, and the establishment of a University of Technology in Abuja were discussed. President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday, July 10, presided over the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Aso Rock … Read more
Minister Kyari reveals 180-day plan to mitigate Nigeria’s food crisis. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has projected that the ongoing food crisis will diminish within the next 180 days. Sen Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, made this announcement via his social media platform on Wednesday, July 10. EDITOR’S PICK Minimum … Read more
President Tinubu schedules meeting with Organised Labour to discuss new national minimum wage amid differing proposals. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu is set to meet with Organised Labour in Abuja on Thursday to discuss a new national minimum wage for Nigerian workers. This follows his announcement during his Democracy Day speech on June … Read more
The Supreme Court will deliver its final judgement on local government autonomy between the federal government and state governors on July 11th. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Supreme Court has scheduled its final judgement on local government autonomy for Thursday, July 11th, settling the dispute between the federal government and the 36 state governors. It … Read more
Former Senate President Joseph Wayas’ remains arrive in Nigeria for burial, nearly three years after his death in London, surprising many who believed he had been buried abroad. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the remains of the late former Senate President Joseph Wayas have arrived in Nigeria for burial, exactly two years and nine months after his … Read more
The House of Representatives urges RMAFC to withhold funds from local governments led by unelected officials. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives has directed the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to withhold allocations to local government areas run by unelected officials. This decision follows a motion of urgent public importance by … Read more
An Osun High Court sentenced a motorcyclist and two other men to death by hanging for the murder of a corps member. EKO HOT BLOG reports that an Osun State High Court in Ile-Ife sentenced three men to death by hanging on Tuesday for killing a corps member, Mukaila Adebayo, during a robbery operation in Osogbo. … Read more
PROAN President Billy Gillis-Harry highlighted that aligning Nigeria’s petroleum prices with international rates would make fuel unaffordable for most Nigerians EKO HOT BLOG reports that President of the Petroleum Retail Owners Association of Nigeria (PROAN), Billy Gillis-Harry, has highlighted the challenges faced by Nigerians with the current market price of petroleum, estimating it should be between … Read more
Tinubu’s top security officer, Lt. Col. Nurudeen Yusuf, has been appointed as the new king of Ilemona Town in Kwara State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lt. Col. Nurudeen Yusuf, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Aide-de-camp (ADC), has been appointed the new king of Ilemona Town in Kwara State. As the new king, Lt. Col. Yusuf will … Read more
The House of Representatives Joint Committee has warned Dangote Cement’s management of possible arrest warrants. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives Joint Committee on the Arbitrary Increase in the Price of Cement issued a stern warning to the management of Dangote Cement on Tuesday after the company’s officials failed to appear at a … Read more
Mounting pressure on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to release IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, with hints of imminent release and lobbying from South-East leaders. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is reportedly facing mounting pressure to release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). According to an online media platform, … Read more
The Presidency clarified that the suspension of import tariffs on certain food items is still under deliberation and no decision has been made yet. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidency has clarified the confusion regarding the suspension of taxes, import duties, and tariffs for importing certain food items through land and sea borders, including maize, … Read more
OPay has taken legal action and received court approval to freeze customer bank accounts after a system glitch resulted in a ₦714 million debt due to undebited card payments. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the OPay, a leading fintech firm backed by Chinese investment, has taken legal action following a system glitch that allowed customers to … Read more
EFCC contests former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele’s application to release his passport for a medical trip to the UK, citing insufficient medical justification and potential bail violation. the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has contested former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele’s application to release his passport for a medical trip to … Read more
SSANU and NASU will proceed with a nationwide protest on Tuesday over unpaid salary arrears, planning further demonstrations in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) have reaffirmed their plans for a protest on Tuesday over unpaid salary … Read more
NNPC Ltd attributes recent fuel queues in the FCT and other areas to disruptions in fuel transfer and supply logistics caused by adverse weather conditions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd has identified the causes of recent fuel queues in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and other parts of the … Read more
Rivers State High Court issues an interim injunction barring the Chief Judge and Clerk of the State House of Assembly from recognizing or acting on resolutions from Martins Amaewhule’s led Assembly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has issued an Exparte Order of Interim Injunction barring the Chief … Read more