Otunba T.J Abass 
Boko Haram has established a recruitment centre in Niger Republic. The facility is located 10 kilometres south of Diagorou, in Tillaberi province. The development has resulted in the abduction of many people in the region. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a bid to bolster its fighting ranks, the Boko Haram sect has established a recruitment … Read more
Peter Obi has responded to Festus Keyamo’s call for his apprehension. The APC spokesman had on Thursday petitioned the DSS to arrest Obi and Datti for what he described as incendiary comments. Reacting, Obi’s Media Office, Onifade interpreted the call as a “huge joke”. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Head of the Peter Obi-Yusuf … Read more
Ondo Tribunal has received nine petitions over the outcome of the NASS election. The election Tribunal received petitions from Akure South/Akure North; Akoko South East/Akoko South West and Akoko North East/Akoko North West. The petition is coming weeks after the conclusion of the 2023 general elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Election Petition Tribunal … Read more
Abia Governor-Elect, Alex Otti, has alleged that he won the election without Peter Obi. Otto stated this during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today. The Labour Party candidate, Alex Otti, was declared the winner of the gubernatorial election in Abia State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Abia State governor-elect, Alex Otti, has said … Read more
Fayose has described his suspension by PDP as a “comedy skit.” EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose has reacted to his suspension from the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. It would be recalled that PDP had in a statement on Thursday evening, announced the suspension of Fayose, … Read more
Suspected herders have abducted the son of an ex-cop and one other person in Edo State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Kidnappers suspected to be herders, on Thursday, kidnapped one Benard Omafuaire, son of a former police officer, Chief James Omafuaire, and another person on their way from Ugbokuli village to Ekiadolor in the Ovia … Read more
The PDP has announced the suspension of Ayo Fayose, Anyim Pius, Shema and two others members. They were suspended on Thursday over anti-party activities. Their suspension was contained in a statement signed by Debo Ologunagba. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has suspended former Ekiti state governor, Ayo Fayose, Former SGF, … Read more
EFCC has taken an Ilorin-based cleric into custody. The cleric was arrested alongside 27 others for allegedly engaging in Yahoo Yahoo scams. The EFCC Spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren made this known in a statement on Thursday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that operatives of the Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on … Read more
APC called for the immediate arrest of Peter Obi and Datti-Ahmed over recent comments. The petition for their arrest comes hours after, Yusuf Datti Baba Ahmed, declared that “Nigeria has no president-elect”. Datti insisted that the president-elect, Bola Tinubu did not meet the constitutional requirements to become Nigeria’s president. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Festus … Read more
APC has reversed the suspension of SGF Boss Mustapha. Godabawa ward had on Wednesday announced the suspension of Mustapha from the party over alleged anti-party activities. Reacting on Thursday, APC’s Secretary in the state, Dr Raymond described the suspension as unconstitutional, null and void. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Adamawa chapter of the All … Read more
Abia Gov-elect, Alex Otti has outlined what the people of Abia should anticipate from him. Otti assured Abia residents that paying salaries is his foremost concern. Otti gave the assurance on Thursday while speaking on Arise Television’s The Morning Show. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Alex Otti, the Abia State Governor-elect, has revealed that Abians … Read more
Kaduna Govt has raised alarm over an alleged plot by politicians to provoke conflict in the State. To prevent unrest in the State, the Kaduna government banned street protests. It warned residents not to breach law and order in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kaduna government on Thursday said some politicians are … Read more
Buhari has sent a strong message to the Muslim faithful. In a statement, Buhari encouraged Muslims to take advantage of the current season to project the best and finest virtues of Islam. His goodwill message comes following the official declaration of Ramadan fasting by the Sultan of Sokoto. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu … Read more
APC has suspended SGF Boss Mustapha. Mustapha was suspended over failure to contribute to the victory of APC’s presidential and governorship candidates. According to the chairman of Gwadabawa Ward, Mustapha’s indefinite suspension followed complaints from his ward. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Adamawa State All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended the Secretary to the … Read more
Sultan of Sokoto has announced the commencement of Ramadan fasting. The Sultan made the announcement on Wednesday night. The Sultan said Muslims in the country should commence fasting today Thursday, March 23. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Sultan of Sokoto and President of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, Mohammed Abubakar, has announced … Read more
IPAC has commended INEC for peaceful polls in Yobe State. Bala Muhammad gave the commendation on Wednesday in Damaturu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has lauded the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and voters in Yobe State for the peaceful conduct of the general elections. The council’s chairman in Yobe State, … Read more
The NLC has directed workers to organize demonstrations at the CBN premises nationwide. The directive comes following the continued scarcity of Naira in the country. The President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero, issued the instruction on Wednesday in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress leadership has instructed workers to stage protests … Read more
National Assembly has been breached by protesters. The protesters are demanding the annulment of the presidential election. The development is coming less than 24 hours after a protest erupted at the Unity Fountain on Tuesday in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that thousands of protesters have stormed the national assembly complex in Abuja over the … Read more
Wike has denied allegations of seeking a third term through Fubara. Fubara is a top ally of Wike and a former Accountant-General of Rivers State. During a media chat, Wike maintained that Fubara is an independent person capable of exercising his own judgment and choices. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Rivers State, … Read more
The US has vowed to use every sanction at its disposal against individuals who sabotaged Nigeria’s elections The US urged the Federal Government and other relevant agencies to ensure those that aided voter suppression are brought to book. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States Government has said it will consider “all available actions” … Read more