FG has lifted the suspension on Arik Air’s operations, which was initially grounded due to a $2.5 million debt The Federal Government has lifted the suspension on the operations of local airline Arik Air. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this is more than a week after the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, ordered … Read more
Rotimi Akin, the spokesperson for the House of Representatives, has refuted claims that lawmakers earn ₦900,000 monthly, clarifying that their actual salary is ₦600,000. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Akin issued this statement on Wednesday in Abuja, reaffirming the House’s commitment to a 50 percent salary deduction for six months to help alleviate national economic … Read more
Tinubu asks for patience and admits delays in addressing fuel subsidy impacts. President begs Nigerians to have faith in his ability President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to exercise patience with his administration, assuring them that the country is on the brink of a new era. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu appealed to … Read more
Plateau State relaxes the 24-hour curfew in Jos-Bukuru, allowing movement between 2pm and 6pm daily due to improved security. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Plateau State Government has eased the 24-hour curfew imposed on the Jos-Bukuru metropolis, effective Wednesday, August 7, 2024, in response to improving security conditions. Residents are now permitted to move freely … Read more
In 2023, when President Bola Tinubu announced the appointment of Dr. Tunji Alausa as the State Minister of Health and Social Welfare, it was met with widespread acclaim. The decision was hailed as a masterstroke, with many describing it as a “round peg in a round hole.” This accolade was not just due to Dr … Read more
The Ibadan Descendants Union (IDU) is gearing up for its highly-anticipated 2024 biennial convention, set to take place from September 20-22 at the Grace Event Center in Houston, Texas. This year’s event promises to be a transformative milestone for the organization, with a central focus on launching the Ibadan House—a new initiative designed to strengthen … Read more
Chief of Defence Staff has warned that flying the Russian flag during protests is a treasonable offense. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Mustapha, has issued a stern warning against flying the Russian flag during protests, labeling it a treasonable offense. This comes after several #EndBadGovernance protesters in northern … Read more
Top stories from President Tinubu’s Nationwide Speech Featuring Calls For Protest Suspension, Ordering Of Farming Equipment And More EKO HOT BLOG reports all the details below: Tinubu Calls For Suspension Of Nationwide Protests President Bola Tinubu has called for the suspension of the ongoing nationwide #endbadgovernment protests. The protest which began on August 1 was … Read more
President Bola Tinubu on Sunday addressed the nation about the widespread protests against economic hardship. In his address, he conveyed his serious concern over the situation and called for an immediate halt to the demonstrations. FULL SPEECH OF HIS ADDRESS BELOW; BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHMED TINUBU, PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is set to address the nation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Tinubu will address Nigerians in a broadcast on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 7:00 am. Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, disclosed the development in a statement issued on Saturday. Ngelale said, “Television, radio, and … Read more
A young boy was shot and killed by officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) as the #EndBadGovernance protest reached its third day. The boy was reportedly shot at close range near Zenith Bank in Kubwa. An eyewitness stated that the boy was not participating in the protest but was walking by when the police, … Read more
Journalists and protesters on Saturday fled for their lives as heavily armed police men opened fire on them at the day 3 of the ongoing End Hunger Protest in Abuja. The protesters had gathered in front of the the MKO Abiola Stadium in the nation’s capital, Abuja chanting solidarity songs when the policemen arrived in … Read more
Eko Club Houston, Eko Akete, and others have reacted to the death of Prince Adeniji-Adele. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the Eko Club Houston, Eko Akete, alongside the Nigerian community in Houston, have expressed sadness over the death of Prince Adelani Adeniji-Adele, popularly known as Oko. Prince Adeniji-Adele, until his demise on Friday, was a … Read more
Police have fired teargas canisters at protesters gathering at the Berger roundabout in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Journalists reporting on the protest were also targeted with teargas at a different location where they were assembled. Protesters demanding an end to bad governance in Nigeria have moved from the Abuja National Stadium to the … Read more
The Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has imposed a 24-hour curfew in response to the worsening protests against hunger in the country. Eko Hot Blog reports that the governor declared the curfew at a press conference held at the Government House on Thursday. Governor Yusuf stated, “After careful consideration, we have decided to … Read more
The ongoing nationwide protest against ‘bad governance and hardship’ has sparked varied reactions across Nigeria. Eko Hot Blog reports that videos show protesters across various states uniting under common grievances, citing hunger and economic difficulties as their primary motivators. In Abuja, demonstrators gathered with impactful placards reading ‘End Bad Governance,’ ‘Enough is Enough,’ ‘End Hunger,’ … Read more
The city of Kano has been disrupted by a large group of mostly young protesters. Carrying placards with various messages and vocally targeting government officials, the demonstrators have caused a major upheaval. Starting their march from neighborhoods on the outskirts like Gama, Tudunwada, and Tudunmurtala, the protesters, many of whom were painted in bright colors, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has called for enhanced collaboration between Nigeria’s law enforcement agencies and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to combat cybercrime, terrorism, and other related crimes. The President made this appeal on Friday during a meeting with FBI Director Christopher Wray at the State House in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerians to remain vigilant against forces that might attempt to disrupt the current democratic framework. Acknowledging the economic challenges, he reaffirmed his commitment to supporting citizens through these trying times. The President urged Nigerians to continuously dedicate themselves to achieving economic democracy, emphasizing … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal High Court in Benin City has slated its judgment for July 19, 2024, concerning the contentious Labour Party (LP) governorship primaries which took place on February 23. Aspirant Kenneth Imasuangbon has disputed the victory of Olumide Akpata, citing procedural irregularities and issues with Akpata’s documentation. Justice Babatunde Quadri … Read more