French President Emmanuel Macron will delay naming France’s next prime minister until Friday (today), according to the Elysée Palace, as he seeks to end months of political stalemate following the ousting of Michel Barnier in a no-confidence vote last week. Macron, who cut short a visit to Poland on Thursday, was initially expected to announce … Read more
There was a mild drama on the floor of the Senate on Thursday when Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, stormed out in anger after being prevented from presenting a motion on demolitions in Abuja. The incident happened during a plenary session, which was said to be proceeding smoothly until Senate President … Read more
The Attorney General of the Federation, AGF and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN on Thursday said that any state governor who tampers with funds belonging to their Local Government Areas will be guilty of gross misconduct, which is an impeachable offence. The AGF while addressing the 2024 annual conference of the National Association … Read more
The Federal Government plans to establish creative villages of arts in all states, Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced after the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting. Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced that the Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy plans to create “Renewed Hope Creative Villages” at historic sites across Nigeria. The initiative aims … Read more
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has shared insights into his recent meeting with former President Muhammadu Buhari during a two-day courtesy visit to Daura, Katsina State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the revered monarch commended Buhari for his unwavering dedication to Nigeria’s progress during his tenure, highlighting the former leader’s unique experiences as … Read more
Legal luminary, Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, has taken a step further in the expression of his anger against Lagos-based legal practitioner, Dele Farotimi over the alleged defamation of character. The elder statesman, through his law firm, has written a petition to the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee, LPDC, asking Farotimi’s name be removed from the roll … Read more
Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju has made history as the youngest-ever world chess champion, defeating defending champion Ding Liren of China in a dramatic final match on Thursday. At just 18 years old, Dommaraju surpasses the previous record set by Russian grandmaster Garry Kasparov, who claimed the title at age 22 in 1985. A prodigy from … Read more
The Benue Assembly has directed the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to halt the ongoing teachers recruitment process. The house gave the order following a motion by Mr Douglas Akya (APC/Makurdi South) on Thursday during plenary in Makurdi. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the motion was co-moved by Mr Peter Ipusu (APC/Katsina-Ala West). Akya … Read more
Selena Gomez has announced her engagement to songwriter and producer Benny Blanco, sharing the joyous news on Instagram with a photo of her dazzling engagement ring and the caption, “Forever begins now.” The announcement comes after the couple confirmed their relationship last year. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, … Read more
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has pledged to ensure a peaceful Christmas in the South-East, urging those returning home to do so safely. IPOB’s Media Secretary, Emma Powerful, emphasized the group’s commitment to ending insecurity and assured that the Eastern Security Network (ESN) would protect lives and property during the festive season. IPOB’s Media … Read more
Two individuals, Menwe Nnamdi James, 38, and Ekele Okorogba, 40, have been arraigned in a Port Harcourt court for allegedly spreading false information about the death of a motorcyclist. The case relates to the recent killing of a commercial motorcyclist in Ahoada, Bayelsa State. The Rivers State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) has charged the defendants … Read more
Four men will appear in a Paris court next year for allegedly harassing French First Lady Brigitte Macron online, the public prosecutor said Thursday. She has faced online disinformation about her gender and attacks over her 24-year age difference with President Emmanuel Macron. Brigitte Macron filed a complaint in August, leading to an investigation into … Read more
A Chief Magistrate’s Court in Iyaganku, Ibadan, ordered the remand of 12 auto mechanics at the Agodi Correctional Centre over alleged treasonable felony and other offences. The defendants face eight charges, including treasonable felony, threat to murder, defamation, publishing fake news, unlawful assembly, and causing fear. They are accused of threatening to forcefully remove Oyo … Read more
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) held its annual Christmas Carol and end-of-year thanksgiving at its Ijora-Olopa headquarters, attended by staff, management, and well-wishers. LAWMA Managing Director, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, expressed gratitude for God’s blessings on the agency despite challenges, praising staff for their dedication and urging them to continue their good work. Dr. Gbadegesin … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has urged Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences Court, Ikeja, to dismiss a jurisdictional challenge filed by the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. Representing the EFCC, Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN) described the application as a deliberate tactic to delay the … Read more
The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, has approved a marginal increase of 0.05% in workers’ emoluments for the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: … Read more
The Labour Party (LP) has initiated legal proceedings to compel the National Assembly leadership to declare the seats of lawmakers who defected from the party vacant and to recover all salaries, emoluments, and privileges received by them since their defection. This development was disclosed in a statement issued by the LP’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora … Read more
All 36 states in Nigeria have submitted their positions on the proposed establishment of state police, with a majority supporting the idea. Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, disclosed this on Thursday after the 147th National Economic Council (NEC) meeting held at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. “Virtually most of the states are in agreement with … Read more
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has reshuffled his cabinet, abolished the Chief of Staff (CoS) position, and dismissed the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abdullahi Bichi. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement was made on Thursday during a press briefing by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more
Donald Trump, the United States President-elect, has been named TIME’s 2024 Person of the Year, underscoring his dramatic return to political prominence. The announcement was made Thursday by TIME Editor-in-Chief, Sam Jacobs, who hailed Trump’s “historic comeback” as a defining moment in American politics. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s … Read more