– Former Governor of Anambra state, Peter Obi said that the Igbo’s are not been treated fairly – He said: “It is only fair that you treat every part of the nation fairly and equally – The former Anambra State Governor said that there were people who could Govern this country effectively and who have … Read more
The Acting Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Hon Justice John Tsoho has commissioned the public conveniences of the Federal High Court, in the Lagos Division, newly renovated for public use. Human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mr. Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, had voluntarily taken up the project of renovating the three public toilets … Read more
The former Minister of Defence (State) and Former Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro has described education as an antidote to poverty, while pledging scholarship to deserving students of Epe community in order to promote literacy. Obanikoro commended the Epe Community and the committee that midwifed this year’s Epe Kayokayo cultural … Read more
– Ex Aviation Minister,Femi Fani-Kayode condemned those who released the leaked video of Aisha Buhari – This is the villa. We have over 200 soldiers guarding us, over 200 policemen. Why do you have to lock this door – Mrs Buhari, however, confirmed the authenticity of the video on Sunday while addressing journalists in Abuja … Read more
The Chief Magistrates’ Court 10 in Gombe, Gombe State, on Monday, October 14, remanded 72-year-old Ibrahim Yunusa in prison custody for allegedly raping and impregnating his biological daughter. Yunusa of Dadinkowa, Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area of the state had on arraignment pleaded not guilty to the charge. The Chief Magistrate, Daura Sikkam, ordered the remand … Read more
Former Governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, will chair the opening ceremony of the 2019 Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Physicians’ Week holding in Akure. The event, which is an annual gathering of Nigerian Doctors, will hold at the NMA House Igbatoro Akure at 10am with the theme “Care of the Unknown Patient” National President … Read more
Former Governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, will chair the opening ceremony of the 2019 Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Physicians’ Week holding in Akure. The event, which is an annual gathering of Nigerian Doctors, will hold at the NMA House Igbatoro Akure at 10am with the theme “Care of the Unknown Patient” National President … Read more
– Presidency faults Mamman Daura’s Daughter for leaked video of the Nigerian first lady shouting – A source, who does not want her name in prints, said that the video was shot over a year ago when the President’s son, Yusuf, had power bike accident in Abuja – The incident happened over a year ago … Read more
The 36 state governors have received a support appeal from NAFDAC to protect the future of the citizenry against fake drugs, drug abuse and unprocessed foods that have been cutting short life expectancy of Nigerians. Director – General, NAFDAC , Prof . ( Mrs .) Mojisola Adeyeye , stated this yesterday during a courtesy visit … Read more
– Kogi APC said that the former Senate President, Dr.Bukola Saraki was not a close friend to the people – He said Saraki does not possess what it should take to facilitate the sort of reconciliation that can save the PDP in the state – Ohikere said: “What does Bukola Saraki know about Kogi politics? … Read more
The United Nations Office On Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has vowed to assist major stakeholders in the Nigerian aviation sector to reduce the high rate of human trafficking. The United Nations said this in a release sent to PREMIUM TIMES and signed by Sylvester Atere, Outreach and Communications Officer of the organisation’s office in Nigeria. … Read more
The United Nations Office On Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has vowed to assist major stakeholders in the Nigerian aviation sector to reduce the high rate of human trafficking. The United Nations said this in a release sent to PREMIUM TIMES and signed by Sylvester Atere, Outreach and Communications Officer of the organisation’s office in Nigeria. … Read more
Consul-General, Benaoyagha Okoyen, has denied reports that it charges an extra 200 dollars for same-day E-passport service. The Nigerian Consulate in New York dismissed such claims as an attempt to tarnish the image of “hard-working officials’’ of the consulate . In a statement dated Oct. 12 and made available to the newsmen in New York on Monday, … Read more
Leading anti-corruption group, Human and Environmental Development Agenda, has begun a training programme on new ways and usage of corruption tracking techniques for community-based organisations, bloggers, anti-corruption agencies officials and media practitioners in the North-Western part of the country. According to the organisers, the training is aimed at strengthening the capacity of the participants. The … Read more
A former presidential aspirant, Kingsley Chiedu Moghalu has resigned his membership from Young Progressive Party (YPP). He disclosed this on Monday via his official Twitter handle. According to him, the need to push for electoral reforms ahead of 2023 general elections informed his decision to quit partisan politics. He wrote: “Without electoral reform, which includes … Read more
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 1. 29 Passengers Survive As Bus Plunges Into Lagos Canal The 29 passengers aboard a commercial bus that plunged into a canal in front of the National Theatre complex, Iganmu, Lagos, on Monday. were all rescued unhurt. READ MORE 2. … Read more
The Coalition of United Political Parties CUPP has alleged that the ruling All Progressive Congress APC, was frustrated over the revelation of its plan for Atiku’s appeal suit. It could be recalled that the Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate in the last presidential election, Akitu Abubakar has filed an appeal suit to challenge the victory … Read more
The South-East Governor’s Forum resolved on Monday to take up the issues concerning the welfare of the people of the zone with President Muhammadu Buhari. The Chairman of the forum, Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi State, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the governors’ meeting held in Enugu. Umahi, however, declined to … Read more
– Supreme Court cautions CUPP for an attempt to blackmail it in its handling of the appeal by the PDP and Atiku – In the light of the blatant falsehood, misinformation and malicious rumour being generously peddled by the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) – Let it be known that the Supreme Court is … Read more
A Certificate of Discharge to Transnational Corporation of Nigeria (Transcorp) was presented by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Monday at the presidential villa, Abuja. A certificate of discharge is a written statement of satisfaction that a party has discharged its obligations credibly. The certificate was received by the Group Chairman of Transcorp, Tony Elumelu, accompanied … Read more