APC Announces Dissolution Of Presidential Campaign Council PCC

APC has dissolved its Presidential Campaign Council PCC. A statement was released on Saturday night which stated that the dissolution had taken place. The dissolution was made ahead of the May 29, 2023, inauguration of the President-elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the dissolution of its … Read more

Kazaure Emir Commends Buhari For Gari Dam Project

The Emir of Kazaure has expressed his appreciation to President Buhari for the Gari Dam Project. The Emir conveyed this information to the people of his emirate in his Sallah message on Saturday. The Emir encouraged the youth to participate in agriculture and entrepreneurship as a means of achieving self-reliance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more

Workers Jubilate As FG Commences Payment Of 40% Salary Increase Arrears

The commencement of payment for 40% salary increase arrears by the FG has elicited jubilation among workers. According to federal civil servants, workers began to receive bank alerts for the arrears on Saturday. Ngige described the pay raise as a peculiar allowance for civil servants in view of the current economic reality. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more

Building Collapse In Banana Island: Sanwo-Olu Faults FG Over Unapproved Extension

Sanwo-Olu has blamed the FG for the unapproved Banana Island extension. The governor made the statement on Saturday when he led a delegation of government officials on an on-the-spot assessment of the site. A seven-storey building under construction had collapsed in the high-brow area, killing one person and leaving 25 injured. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

MC Oluomo’s Park Committee Ban: Lagos Govt To Appeal Court Judgement

The Govt of Lagos State has expressed its plan to contest a recent court ruling that prohibits the operation of the Park Management System (PMS) led by MC Oluomo. The NICN had on Tuesday nullified the appointment of the committee headed by MC Oluomo. The Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to appeal the … Read more

Banana Island: Sanwo-Olu Orders Immediate Demolition Of 2-Storey Building, Closure Of Others

Sanwo-Olu has ordered the immediate demolition of a 2-storey building and the sealing of others in Banana Island. Sanwo-Olu gave the order on Saturday when he led a team of government officials to the location for a firsthand evaluation. The governor vowed to visit and evaluate other buildings located in the area. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more

‘Devastating Loss’ — Gbajabiamila, Wase, Others Mourn Death Of Taraba Reps Member-Elect 

Gbajabiamila, Wase, and others have expressed grief over the death of Taraba Reps member-elect. Maihancil died on Saturday morning after a brief illness. He died at the age of 37. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila; Deputy Speaker, Ahmed Wase; and Chairman of the House Committee on … Read more

JUST IN: 4 FGC Yauri Girls Regain Freedom After 2 Years In Captivity

Four additional students of FGC Yauri who were kidnapped since 2021 have been released. The four girls were released by notorious bandit leader, Dogo Gide on Friday evening. According to reports, seven more are still in captivity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that four of the 11 girls who were still being held captive, two years … Read more

Group Mounts Pressure On Tinubu To Appoint Faleke As Chief Of Staff

A group is pressuring Tinubu to appoint Faleke as Chief of Staff. The group recommended Faleke to be appointed as Chief of Staff after evaluating the names being mentioned in the media as contenders for the position. The group urged the President-elect not to jettison the issue of zoning and balancing of power. EKO HOT … Read more

‘The Pains You Inflicted On Nigerians Will Haunt You’ — Sowore Rejects Buhari’s Apology

 Sowore has rejected Buhari’s apology to Nigerians. The AAC presidential candidate insisted that the consequences of the pain inflicted on Nigerians will haunt the President. Sowore took to his official Twitter handle to respond to Buhari’s apologies and listed several reasons why the President may never be forgiven. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Omoyole Sowore, … Read more

Alleged Misconduct: Police Dismiss 18 Officers In 3-Month

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Police dismiss 18 officers within three months over alleged misconduct. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Police Force dismissed no fewer than 18 cops for various offences ranging from abuse of power to gross indiscipline and extortion. This is according to an analysis of media reports showing the number of cops dismissed in October … Read more

May 29: Buhari Anticipates Tinubu’s Arrival With Eagerness — Presidency

Presidency has announced that Buhari is looking forward to receiving Tinubu on May 29. EKO HOTBLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari and the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, on Friday morning, exchanged Sallah pleasantries in a phone call marking the end of the Ramadan fast. “Both leaders thanked God Almighty for seeing this day and prayed for … Read more

Four Days After Abduction, Ex-NBA President’s Location Remains A Mystery

The whereabouts of the kidnapped ex-NBA president still unknown after four days. EKO HOT BLOG reports that four days after he was kidnapped by gunmen at the Obiri-Kwere axis of the East-West Road, near Port Harcourt, the whereabouts of a former president of the Nigerian Bar Association, Okey Wali, is still unknown. Wali, a Senior … Read more

IGP’s Retirement Age: Lawyer Sues Buhari, Police

A lawyer has taken President Buhari and the Nigerian Police Force to a court regarding the retirement age of the Inspector General of Police (IGP). EKO HOT BLOG reports that a legal practitioner, Festus Ogun, has dragged the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, to the Federal High Court. The human rights activist filed the … Read more

Buhari Expresses Regret, Apologises To Nigerians For Any Harm Caused

Buhari has expressed his remorse and issued an apology to the Nigerians. The president pleaded for forgiveness for any pain or discomfort he may have caused Nigerians. The President expressed his gratitude to Nigerians for their patience and tolerance throughout the seven and a half years of his administration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President … Read more

Kidnappers Hit Abuja Community Again, Abduct 13 Residents

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Kidnappers have kidnapped 13 residents in Abuja. The incident happened on Wednesday at about 11pm. According to a source, the kidnappers divided themselves into three groups before attacking and whisking away 13 residents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that barely 48 hours after kidnappers invaded Kasada village, killing a class teacher and abducting his pregnant wife and … Read more

Amidst The Euphoria Of Eid-El-Fitr, Buhari Boasts Of Living Up To His Pledge Of Unbiased Polls In Nigeria

Buhari affirmed that he has kept his promise to Nigerians regarding the 2023 elections. According to the President, he has delivered his assurance to Nigerians regarding fair and transparent polls. Buhari stated this in his goodwill message to Muslims on the occasion of the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that PIesident Muhammadu Buhari has … Read more