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Inside Senate’s Refusal to Reinstate Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan After Serving Suspension

Sep 9, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

The decision by the National Assembly to bar Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from resuming her legislative duties has raised questions about parliamentary discipline, judicial authority, and the balance between internal legislative autonomy and the constitutional right of representation. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, was suspended by the Senate on March 6 following what was described as … Read more

After Outcry, Will FG Implement 5% Fuel Tax?

Sep 9, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

The federal government’s plan to introduce a 5 percent surcharge on refined petroleum products — including petrol and diesel — has been met with swift and loud opposition from industry stakeholders, civil society groups, and political figures. The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has warned that the tax could push many … Read more

Why Wale Edun Is Right to Warn Against Reliance on External Finance

Sep 8, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

When Wale Edun, Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, urged West African countries to stop depending on external assistance and instead reform their economies, he was issuing more than a polite suggestion, he was sounding an alarm. At the 11th Annual Conference of the West Africa Association of Public Accounts Committees … Read more

DSS Ultimatum Expires: What Next After X Refuses To Delete Sowore’s Account?

Sep 8, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

The Department of State Services’ (DSS) 24-hour ultimatum to X (formerly Twitter) has expired, but activist Omoyele Sowore’s tweet describing President Bola Tinubu as a “criminal” remains online. In a letter dated Saturday, September 6, 2025 and publicised early Sunday, the DSS demanded the “immediate and urgent ban/deactivation of an X account owned by Omoyele … Read more

Oil Marketers Set To Begin Strike. How Will That Affect You?

Sep 7, 2025.Sep 6, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

Petrol stations across the South West may go dark from Monday as the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Western Zone, has vowed to shut operations in protest of what it calls an attempt to “monopolise” the downstream petroleum sector. The decision, reached at a zonal council meeting on Saturday, comes just as Dangote … Read more

Fond of Using Your Phone in the Toilet? New Research Reveals What You Risk

Sep 7, 2025.Sep 6, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

An illustration of using a phone in the Toilet

For many people, the bathroom has become more than a place to answer nature’s call, it is now a quiet sanctuary to catch up on news, scroll through social media, or grab a few minutes of “me time.” But doctors are warning that this habit may be taking a toll on our health. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more

Single-Use Plastics Ban: Should Lagos Target Manufacturers or Retailers?

Sep 5, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab

The Lagos State Government, through its Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, has been the subject of criticisms after recent enforcement activities at retail stores in parts of the state over the ban of single-use plastics. In recent days, the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has posted footage of state officials conducting … Read more

100 Happy Eid El Maulud Messages, Prayers, Wishes For Family And Friends

Sep 5, 2025. by Damilare Abass

EKOHOTBLOG understands that today being Eid-El-Maulud for 2025, many people expect good messages and wishes from their friends, family members, and loved ones. Eid-el Maulud is celebrated in Rabi’ al-awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar. Below are some interesting happy Eid-El-Maulud messages, wishes: Eid-el Maulud Messages Congratulations on Welcoming the Birthday of the … Read more

What Non-Oil Revenue Surge Means For Nigeria’s Economy

Sep 4, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

Emilokan 2027: Political Coalition Launches Campaign for Tinubu’s Second Term

Nigeria’s fiscal story is changing and fast. Between January and August 2025, the federal government generated ₦20.59 trillion in revenue, with ₦15.69 trillion coming from the non-oil sector, according to the presidency. This means three out of every four naira now comes from non-oil sources, a milestone that marks a fundamental shift for Africa’s largest … Read more

Why Zamfara Governor May Have Made Most Convincing Case for State Police

Sep 4, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

The debate over state police is as old as Nigeria’s democracy, but Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal may have just made the most compelling case yet for why the country must decentralise policing. Lawal, in a viral video that has sparked nationwide conversation, declared that he could wipe out banditry in Zamfara within two months … Read more

What To Know About New FCCPC Sanctions for Digital Lenders Harassing Borrowers

Sep 3, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

Meta Threatens to Shut Down Facebook, Instagram in Nigeria Over Regulatory Disputes

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has rolled out a new regulatory regime that could finally rein in the widespread harassment of Nigerian borrowers by digital lending platforms. The regulations, officially gazetted as the Digital, Electronic, Online or Non-Traditional Consumer Lending (DEON) Regulation, 2025, took effect on July 21 and are poised to … Read more

What New Secondary School Curriculum Means for Students

Sep 3, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

Students in one of the classrooms at Ogombo Senior Secondary School

When the next academic session begins later this September, Nigerian secondary school students will face a curriculum unlike any they have seen before. The Federal Government’s newly introduced curriculum, unveiled on Sunday and widely circulated after presidential aide Dada Olusegun shared it online, represents one of the most significant overhauls of the country’s education system … Read more

What Favour Ofili’s Switch to Turkey Says About Nigeria’s Talent Drain

Sep 2, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

Favour Ofili representing Nigeria at the Paris 2024 Olympics

When 22-year-old sprinter Favour Ofili confirmed on Monday that she had switched allegiance from Nigeria to Turkey, it was sad, but unsurprising, news. Ofili, a multiple-time medalist and Olympic finalist, is not just one of Nigeria’s finest track and field exports, she is the latest high-profile talent to leave the country after repeated clashes with … Read more

Why WAEC’s Move to CBT Could End Exam Malpractice Epidemic

Sep 2, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, announcing the WAEC CBT transition

Nigeria’s education system is set for a major shake-up as the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) begins its transition from paper-based testing to Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Education experts, policymakers, and school administrators are hailing the move as a critical step toward restoring public confidence in the … Read more

Can Nigeria Avoid Another Tragedy Like IPOB Provocateur Simon Ekpa?

Sep 1, 2025. by Philip Ibitoye

When a Finnish court sentenced Simon Ekpa to six years in prison on Monday for terrorism-related crimes, Nigerians were reminded of the far-reaching impact of the man who, from the safety of his Lahti apartment, incited a wave of fear, violence, and economic paralysis in the country’s southeast. Ekpa, a Nigerian-born Finnish citizen and former … Read more

Another 27th August Has Slipped By – By Bashorun Jk Randle

Sep 1, 2025. by Damilare Abass

Memory can be deceptive and unreliable. Consequently, the date 27th August may have little resonance for most Nigerians as they go about their daily struggle for survival in a most daunting economic environment combined with the ding-dong of political turmoil. Regardless, 27th August 1985 is a date some of us will never forget – not … Read more

100 Happy New Month Messages, Wishes And Prayers For September

Sep 1, 2025. by Damilare Abass

100 Happy New Month Messages, Wishes and Prayers For September can be accessed below. Eko Hot Blog reports that every first day of a new month, many expect good wishes from their friends, family members, and loved ones, hence, a need to compile one. Happy new month of September the ninth (9) month of every … Read more

11 Deadly Aviation Incidents in 2024; No 8 Will Shock You

Dec 31, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

The Jeju Air Boeing (NYSE:BA) 737-800 crash in Muan County on Sunday, which resulted in the deaths of 179 people, marks the deadliest aviation disaster in South Korea’s history. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the incident occurred during a year that saw several significant aviation accidents worldwide. Here are some of the biggest aviation accidents … Read more

Six Memorable Events That Influenced 10th Nigerian Senate in Y2024

Dec 30, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

The year 2024 was a pivotal one for the Nigerian Senate under the leadership of Godswill Akpabio. Several key events marked the period and shaped both the legislative direction and public perception of the institution. Eko Hot Blog reports that these events not only impacted national policy but also provided a deeper insight into the … Read more

Leadership Iinsights: 40 Minutes With Governor Oyebanji (2)

Dec 29, 2024. by Damilare Abass

By abiodun KOMOLAFE *Continued from last week Saturday. Legacy “I want to be remembered as a governor who always tells the truth. I don’t lie! My goal is to live in the hearts of Ekiti people, and I believe the key to achieving this is by staying connected with them and implementing policies that positively … Read more