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Major Nigerian Headlines For Today Thursday, January 9th, 2020

Jan 9, 2020. by Otunba T.J Abass

Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Thursday, January 9th, 2020 1. APC Calls For Credible LG Polls In Cross River The All Progressive Congress APC chapter in Cross River State has urged the Cross River Independent Electoral commission (CROSIEC), conduct a free and fair local government election in the state. … Read more

#IranVSAmerica: Buhari Meets NNPC GMD Amid Oil Price Rise

Jan 8, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday met behind closed doors with the Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, Mela Kyari, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the agenda of the meeting was unknown as at the time of filing this report. NAN reports that the meeting came … Read more

Buhari Congratulates First Bank CEO On Prestigious Award

Jan 8, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday, congtatulated Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, First Bank, Dr Adesola Adeduntan, on his award of Distinguished Alumnus of the Year by Cranfield School of Management, United Kingdom. A statement signed by the Special Adviser On Media And Publicity, Femi Adesina read: “The President believes the award is a vote of confidence … Read more

Lagos Begins E-registration Of 2020 WASSCE Candidates

Jan 8, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

The Lagos State Government has commenced the 2020 May/June E-Registration (Data Capturing) of Senior Secondary School candidates in all Public Secondary Schools for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in the state. In her address on the free registration of candidates for the Examination, Honourable Commissioner for Education, Mrs Folasade Adefisayo, disclosed that … Read more

#IranVSAmerica: Donald Trump Is An Inspiration Says Adeboye

Jan 8, 2020.Jan 8, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

The Senior Personal Assistant of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Leke Adeboye has described the US President, Donald Trump as an inspiration. Adeboye commended Trump for his actions even as he described him as an inspiration. His comment is coming at the heels of the growing tension building up … Read more

Oil Prices Spike Over 4.5% After Iran Attacks

Jan 8, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

Oil Prices Fall To $31 In Wake Of Saudi Price War

Oil prices spiked Wednesday morning, rising over 4.5 percent at one point after Iran fired a barrage of ballistic missiles against two airbases in Iraq used by the US and coalition forces. The benchmark WTI jumped as much as 4.53 percent to $65.54 a barrel before settling down slightly after Iran unleashed its first response … Read more

Nigeria: Bolt Appoints New Country Manager

Jan 8, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

The leading on-demand transportation platform, Bolt, has appointed Femi Akin-Laguda as the Country Manager for its operations in Nigeria. Having served in various capacities at Bolt over the last three years most recently as City Manager for Lagos where he engineered the introduction of an identity verification portal- a first of its kind safety feature … Read more

Major Nigerian Headlines For Today Wednesday, January 8th, 2020

Jan 8, 2020. by Otunba T.J Abass

Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Wednesday, January 8th, 2020 1. 2023 Presidency: Jonathan Declares Disinterest, Says He Is Busy Former President Goodluck Jonathan has debunked claims that he is under pressure to contest the 2023 presidential election rather, he is focused on promoting peace and sustainable democracy in Africa. … Read more

2023 Presidency: Jonathan Declares Disinterest, Says He Is Busy

Jan 8, 2020. by Otunba T.J Abass

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has debunked claims that he is under pressure to contest the 2023 presidential election rather, he is focused on promoting peace and sustainable democracy in Africa. Jonathan made this known through his spokesman, Mr. Ikechukwu Eze. Asked to comment on the reports of Jonathan contesting in 2023, Eze told TheCable: “There … Read more

Photo News: See Obasanjo’s Trending Pictures Where He’s Harvesting Yam

Jan 7, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

The picture of the former President Olusegun Obasanjo harvesting yam in a farm is currently trending on various social media platforms. The 82 year-old Ex-president had a knicker, T-shirt and a cap on his head, digging the ground to harvest yam at his homestead ‘Ibogun Olaogun village’ near Ifo, Ogun State. Supported by those with … Read more

OYO 2020: Fire Outbreak Halts Oyo Traditional Conference (Video)

Jan 7, 2020.Jan 7, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

Organisers of the annual conference of traditional Rulers in Yoruba land tagged #OYO2020, Heritage Forum, has postponed the scheduled event following a fire outbreak in the state.

The Aladeshoyin of Noforija, Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, announced on behalf of other traditional rulers at a courtesy call to the Alaafin of Oyo to commiserate with him on the incident.

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“Due to the devastating incident that occurred earlier in the week in Oyo town, we have decided at this stage to at least postpone the 2nd Annual Conference of traditional Rulers in Yoruba land till further notice,” the monarch said.

It would be recalled that the Akesan market, a historical Oyo trade Centre, was razed by fire earlier in the week leaving millions of properties burnt.

Ekohotblog will keep readers updated when a new date is released.

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Major Nigerian Headlines For Today Tuesday, January 7th, 2020

Jan 7, 2020. by Otunba T.J Abass

Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Tuesday, January 7th, 2020 1. Harmattan: Flights Cancelled, Passengers Stranded In Mallam Aminu Kano Int’l Airport Airline operators were forced to cancel scheduled domestic and international flights as severe hazes and cloud weather rocked Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) in Kano State, leaving … Read more

Awolalu Nominated For President Of Appeal Court By Osun Governor

Jan 7, 2020. by Otunba T.J Abass

Osun State Governor Gboyega Oyetola has nominated Justice Foluke Awolalu as the substantive President of the Customary Court of Appeal. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the letter, seeking Awolalu’s confirmation, was read at the House of Assembly by the Speaker, Timothy Owoeye. Owoeye said Justice Awolalu was expected to appear before the … Read more

Iran Vs US: Shi’ites Protest In Abuja

Jan 7, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

Some members of the Shi’ites Movement, and youths on Monday, protested the killing of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani by the United States of America. The protesters took to the streets of Bannex, Wuse area of Abuja to burn the American flag and chant “Death to America.” They took the opportunity to demand tbe release of … Read more

Ayade Blows Hot On Commissioners, ‘Bans’ Them From Social Media

Jan 6, 2020. by Otunba T.J Abass

Cross River State Governor, Professor Benedict Ayade has warned all commissioners and political appointees not to make policy pronouncements on social media without seeking his approval. In a statement made available to the public on Sunday, January 5, 2020, through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Christian Ita, the Cross River governor also … Read more

Major Nigerian Headlines For Today Monday, January 6th, 2020

Jan 6, 2020. by Otunba T.J Abass

Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Monday, January 6th, 2020 1. PDP Berates Buhari Over Foreign Medical Trips The Peoples Democratic Party PDP, has vehemently berated president Muhammadu Buhari for condemning Nigerians who seek medical treatment abroad. READ MORE 2. God Has Been Part Of Our Journey – Sanwo-Olu The … Read more

US Vs Iran: Nigerian Police Gives Red Alert, Warns Potential Trouble Makers

Jan 6, 2020. by Otunba T.J Abass

US Defence Official 'Qasem Soleimani' Reveals How Soleimani Was Killed

Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Mohammed Adamu, yesterday issued a red alert nationwide in a bid to forestall any emergency. This is coming after the killing of an Iranian General, Quasem Soleimani, by the United States. Soleimani, leader of the elite Iranian Revolutionary Guards, who was killed by a United States drone strike in Bagdad, Iraq, … Read more

See Why Guinea Bissau President-elect Embalo Visited Nigeria

Jan 6, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday received President-elect of Guinea Bissau, Umaro Sissoco Embalo, and reiterated his desire for stability, peace, progress and prosperity in the West African sub-region. Malam Garba Shehu, the President’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, in a statement in Abuja on Sunday, said President Buhari spoke at the State House, … Read more

Abducted CAN Chairman Cries Out From Boko Haram Custody (Video)

Jan 6, 2020. by Ekohot Editor

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) chairman in Michika Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Lawan Andimi has spoken out from Boko Haram captivity. The CAN chairman was reportedly abducted by the insurgents following a failed attack on Michika LGA by the dreaded Boko Haram sect on Thursday. It will be recalled as earlier reported … Read more

FAAN Re-opens Port Harcourt International Airport

Jan 5, 2020. by Otunba T.J Abass

The Port Harcourt International Airport has been re-opened by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on Sunday for flight operations. The airport was closed on Saturday because of bush fire at a location close to the airport. The General Manager, Corporate Affairs Unit of the FAAN, Mrs. Henrietta Yakubu, said the airport was … Read more