The New York Times is facing its first major work stoppage since the 1970s after staff demanding better pay and benefits declared a 24-hour walkout. Eko Hot Blog reports that the firm said it was disappointed by the decision but was prepared to serve readers “without disruption.” EDITOR’S PICKS Colombia: Landslide Kills 3, Buries Several … Read more
Senate has raised concerns over the new cash withdrawal policy introduced by the CBN. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate has raised concerns over the new Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) policy on cash withdrawals. Senate Minority Leader Phillip Aduda, in a point of order during plenary on Wednesday, called the attention of his … Read more
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate (USD/NGN) Dec. 6, 2022, from an unofficial market (black market), can be accessed below. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that the exchange rate changes hourly.… it depends on the volume of dollars available and the Demands. What it means is that…you can buy or sell 1 dollar at ₦740 and the price can change (high … Read more
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate (USD/NGN) Dec. 5, 2022, from an unofficial market (black market), can be accessed below. EDITOR’S PICKS Opinion!!! Oluwo and the Glorification of Ignorance (1) War: Ukraine Investigates Alleged Russian Torture Rooms In Kherson War: Putin Hits Back At Kherson As Ukraine Claims 88,000 Russians Dead IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that the exchange rate … Read more
The federal government has denied plans to hike the fuel price amid a nationwide scarcity. Eko Hot Blog reports that the federal government of Nigeria says it has no intention of increasing the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly called petrol, at this time. EDITOR’S PICKS Buckingham Palace Official Resigns After Racist Comments To … Read more
Black market dollar to naira today 1 December 2022, Aboki dollar rate can be accessed below. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that the exchange rate changes hourly.… it depends on the volume of dollars available and the Demands. It means that…you can buy or sell 1 dollar at ₦755 and the price can change (high or low) within hours. How much … Read more
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate (USD/NGN) Nov. 30, 2022, from an unofficial market (black market), can be accessed below. EDITOR’S PICKS Contempt: Why IGP Defied Court Ruling – Police Police Arrest Secondary School Students For ‘Raping’ 14-Year-Old Girl Lake Chad Basin: Buhari Seeks Tighter Security Around Borders Amid Arms Proliferation IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that the … Read more
For foreign companies that operate in China, the unprecedented protests at the weekend could not have come at a worse time. Eko Hot Blog reports that It has been almost three years of intermittent lockdowns, disrupted supply chains, and rules that have made the country uninviting to international staff. The last year has been particularly … Read more
FG has given reasons for the high cost of food items in the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has blamed the high cost of food in Nigeria on rising inflation and smuggling. The Minister of Agriculture, Mohammad Abubakar, said this while speaking in Abuja at the Fifth edition of the President … Read more
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate (USD/NGN) Nov. 29, 2022, from an unofficial market (black market), can be accessed below. EDITOR’S PICKS War: Putin Hits Back At Kherson As Ukraine Claims 88,000 Russians Dead War: Ukraine Handed Missiles By UK As MoD Claims Support Plays ‘Crucial Role’ In Stalling Putin Desperate Putin Says He Needs 5 … Read more
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate (USD/NGN) Nov. 28, 2022, from an unofficial market (black market), can be accessed below. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Goods Worth Millions Destroyed As Fire Guts Onitsha Main Market JUST IN: Ned Nwoko Reveals What Will Eventually Happen To Wike After 2023 BREAKING: Court Voids Osun LGA Election, Says It’s Undemocratic, Unlawful … Read more
China’s major stock indices and its currency opened sharply lower Monday, as widespread protests against the country’s stringent Covid-19 restrictions over the weekend roiled investor sentiment. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hong Kong’s Hang Seng (HSI) Index fell as much as 4.2% in early trading. It was last down 3.5%. The Hang Seng (HSI) China … Read more
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate (USD/NGN) Nov. 25, 2022, from an unofficial market (black market), can be accessed below. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that the exchange rate changes hourly.… it depends on the volume of dollars available and the Demands. What it means is that…you can buy or sell 1 dollar at ₦785 and the price can change … Read more
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 634,000 SUVs worldwide because a cracked fuel injector can spill fuel or leak vapors onto a hot engine and cause fires. Eko Hot Blog reports that the recall covers Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs from 2020 through 2023 model years. All have 1.5-liter, three-cylinder engines. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigerians Can … Read more
Nigeria’s GDP growth slowed in Q3 2022 amid “challenging economic conditions.” Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 2.25% (year-on-year) in real terms in the third quarter of 2022. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigerians Can Now Renew Student Visas Without Interview – US Why I Approved Redesign Of Naira Notes – Buhari … Read more
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate (USD/NGN) Nov. 24, 2022, from an unofficial market (black market), can be accessed below. EDITOR’S PICKS One Killed, Several Injured As Multiple Explosions Rock Jerusalem Why I Approved Redesign Of Naira Notes – Buhari Buhari To Attend AU Summit, AfCFTA Session In Niger Republic IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that the exchange … Read more
Buhari will attend the AU summit and an AfCFTA session in Niger Republic. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari will on Thursday start an official trip to Niamey, in the Republic of Niger. EDITOR’S PICKS One Killed, Several Injured As Multiple Explosions Rock Jerusalem Why I Approved Redesign Of Naira Notes – Buhari … Read more
Buhari has explained why he approved the redesign of some Naira notes. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has said he approved the redesign of the ₦200, ₦500 and ₦1000 banknotes to fortify them with new security measures against counterfeiting. EDITOR’S PICKS One Killed, Several Injured As Multiple Explosions Rock Jerusalem Buhari To … Read more
President Buhari has appointed Lauretta Onochie as the new NDDC chairman. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has requested the Senate to confirm the appointment of his Special Adviser on Social Media, Lauretta Onochie, as the substantive Chairman of the Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Buhari Officially … Read more
Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate (USD/NGN) Nov. 23, 2022, from an unofficial market (black market), can be accessed below. EDITOR’S PICKS 2023: Atiku’s Camp Reacts As Wike Promises To Support Peter Obi 2023: APC Shouldn’t Be Contesting Any Position – PDP Chieftain Underage Voting: We Would Have A Clean Register For 2023 Election – INEC … Read more