In the first nine months of 2024, 29 Nigerian state governors collectively spent N1.994tn on recurrent expenditures, including refreshments, allowances, travel, and utilities, while facing significant revenue shortfalls, according to findings. The states secured loans totaling N533.29bn and allocated N658.93bn to debt servicing but failed to meet their internally generated revenue (IGR) targets. They generated … Read more
The Senate clarified on Thursday that the debate on the contentious tax reform bills had not been suspended, refuting claims of a pause in deliberations. This statement followed an emergency meeting by the South-South caucus, aimed at garnering suppoTax Reform: Southern Senators Meet As Tax Debate Continuesrt for the bills, particularly amidst disagreements over the … Read more
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Directorate, has intercepted contraband alcoholic products in Wuse Market, Abuja. The FCT Director of the agency, Mr Kenneth Azikiwe, made this disclosure, saying after the operation on Thursday, the manufacturing and distribution of alcoholic beverages in satchet and PET … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has disassociated itself from Team New Nigeria (TNN), a group that recently sparked speculation by flooding Kano with campaign posters for former President Goodluck Jonathan’s potential 2027 presidential bid. The posters, seen in prominent locations like the Gyadi-Gyadi/Zoo Road flyover, Kofar Nasarawa, and State Road, bore slogans such as “Team … Read more
Ebonyi State Government says 394 suspected cases of Lassa Fever have been recorded since January till December in the state. It said 48 cases were confirmed from the suspected case and out of which 23 persons died of the disease while 25 persons were discharged. The state governor, Francis Nwifuru, made this announcement on Thursday … Read more
The Labour Party (LP) has vowed to pursue legal actions to declare vacant the seats of four lawmakers who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing their actions as unconstitutional and a betrayal of public trust. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church of … Read more
There was apprehension in Okuama, Ughelli South LGA of Delta State, over the death of the President General of the community, Pa James Oghoroko, in military detention. Oghoroko is one of the leaders arrested by the Nigerian military since August 2024 over the killing of 17 soldiers. Late Oghoroko was arrested alongside Prof Arthur Ekpekpo, … Read more
Suspected bandits reportedly assaulted Jumai Kefas, the mother of Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas, along with her daughter, Atsi Kefas, on Thursday, December 5. EKO HOT BLOG reports that he attack occurred along Kente Road in Wukari Local Government Area. Confirming the incident, Wukari Council Chairman, Dauda Samaila Agbu, described it as “deeply troubling.” He … Read more
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has called for caution over the Tax Reform Bills, urging Nigerians to digest the content before passing judgement on them. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that President Bola Tinubu’s transmission of the bills to the National Assembly has elicited heated debates among Nigerians. The northern region has been the most vocal … Read more
Champion Breweries Plc has received shareholder approval to raise ₦20 billion to expand its operations and boost growth. The decision was made at an extraordinary general meeting, the company announced on Thursday. The funding plan includes issuing up to 1.58 billion ordinary shares to meet the Nigerian Exchange Limited’s (NGX) free float requirement. This move … Read more
Global streaming giant Netflix has debunked rumors of leaving Nigeria, emphasizing its commitment to investing in Nigerian stories. A spokesperson told Ekohotblog, “We are not exiting Nigeria.” Editors Pick: Taaooma, Abula Welcome Their First Child Funke Akindele Drops Christmas Anthem ‘Everybody Loves Christmas’ with All-Star Cast The rumors, which caused a stir online, had fans … Read more
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced remarkable progress on the Lagos State Mental Institute, a transformative health project currently under construction in Ketu-Ejirin, Epe. The facility, set to open in 2025, is poised to become the largest psychiatric and rehabilitation center in sub-Saharan Africa, boasting a 500-bed capacity. The initiative underscores the state’s commitment … Read more
An Oredo Chief Magistrate’s Court in Benin has sentenced the proprietor of Calvary Crown Academy, Benin, Paul Okugbowa, and three teachers to prison for negligence and insulting a parent. The presiding Magistrate, Caroline Oghuma, in the judgment delivered on Thursday, sentenced Okugbowa to 6 months imprisonment with an option of N100,000 fine for calling the … Read more
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has criticized the federal government’s student loan program, disbursed through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), arguing that it should be replaced with grants for the children of the poor rather than loans. ASUU President, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, expressed his concerns on Thursday during an appearance on Channels … Read more
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has praised the Kwara State Government for taking disciplinary action against a school teacher. Hajia Fatimoh Nike Hamzat, who allegedly assaulted a female Corps member at Government Day Junior Secondary School, Kulende, Ilorin. EKO HOT BLOG reports that NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, lauded the state’s investigative panel … Read more
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has urged media practitioners in the country on responsible and balanced reporting on operations and activities of the Nigerian Army. Oluyede made the call in Enugu on Thursday in an address at the Nigerian Army Civil-Military Cooperation Quarterly Media Chat for the Fourth Quarter of 2024, … Read more
The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced plans to meet with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in January 2025 in an effort to resolve the ongoing crisis within the opposition party. The announcement was made by PDP BoT Chairman, Senator Adolphus Wabara, during an … Read more
Popular Nigerian skit maker and content creator, Taaooma, and her husband, Abula, have shared the joyful news of the arrival of their first child, a baby girl. The couple took to Instagram on December 5, 2024, to announce the birth with a heartwarming collaborative post, offering fans a sneak peek at their newborn daughter. The … Read more
Former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, has urged Nigerians to join a nationwide protest against the judiciary over the prosecution of Dele Farotimi. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Faraotimi, a human rights activist was arrested by officers of the Ekiti State Police Command over allegations of defaming the character of … Read more
The ECOWAS Court of Justice has ordered the Nigerian government to pay ₦5 million in compensation to Oluwatimilehin Adebayo for the violation of his right to freedom from torture. In its judgment, delivered by Justice Dupe Atoki and shared with our correspondent on Thursday, the court directed the Nigerian authorities to conduct a thorough, impartial, … Read more