The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, says the President Bola Tinubu-led federal government is committed to ensuring that every citizen has access to quality health care services. The first lady stated this on Wednesday at the 25th anniversary of National Hospital Abuja, NHA. She applauded the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali … Read more
Kunle Afolayan popular Nollywood filmmaker has asked the government to provide grants to help the Nigerian movie industry grow. He said this during the 2024 Zuma Film Festival, organized by the Nigerian Film Corporation and the Federal Capital Territory Administration. Need for Grants Kunle Afolayan explained that grants would allow filmmakers to focus on creating … Read more
It’s that magical time of the year, and Funke Akindele has unwrapped a sparkling holiday gift for us all—a festive banger titled Everybody Loves Christmas! Featuring a lineup that reads like the who’s-who of Nigerian entertainment, the song and its dazzling video are here to bring joy, laughter, and a lot of groove to your … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Jared Isaacman, a 41-year-old billionaire entrepreneur and founder of Shift4 Payments, as the next head of NASA. Isaacman, a pioneer in commercial spaceflight and the first private astronaut to conduct a spacewalk, has played a key role in shaping the future of space exploration through his collaboration with SpaceX. … Read more
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has has condemned in strong term the arrest of a civil rights activist, Dele Farotimi. Atiku described the arrest as a reminder of the dark days of military dictatorship. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Farotimi was arrested on Monday over alleged defamation of Afe Babalola, SAN. The 2023 People’s Democratic … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike has likened governance to a covenant where politician must live up to the campaign promises made to the electorates. This was as Wike said President Bola Tinubu is fulfilling his promises through him. Wike disclosed this while inaugurating the construction of the Kabusa Ketti Access … Read more
The Obidient Movement has issued a stern warning of nationwide protests if human rights lawyer and activist, Barr. Dele Farotimi, remains in detention. Farotimi was reportedly arrested on the orders of a magistrate court following allegations of defaming Chief Afe Babalola, SAN. In a statement signed by the movement’s National Coordinator, Dr. Tanko Yunusa, the … Read more
Dele Olawanle, the solicitor for controversial United Kingdom-based Pastor Tobi Adegboyega, has dismissed claims that the clergyman is facing deportation. The reports, initially covered by EKO HOT BLOG stated that an immigration tribunal had ruled that the 44-year-old pastor, who is also a cousin of Star Wars actor John Boyega, would be deported to Nigeria … Read more
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, says the arrest and detention of Dele Farotimi, another Lagos based human rights lawyer and activist are illegal. This is as he called for caution on the part of the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday, Falana stated that, “without any fear of … Read more
The Nigerian Senate has passed a crucial bill that aims to provide a legal framework for the establishment and formalization of training institutions for the Nigerian Police Force. The bill was approved after the Committee on Police Affairs presented its report during the plenary session on Wednesday. Senator Abdulhamid Ahmed (APC-Jigawa), who chairs the committee, … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has clarified that its Early Exit Package (EEP) is voluntary, with no negative consequences for eligible staff members who choose not to participate. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church of Christ in Lagos Over N5m Donation EFCC Alleges Nigerian … Read more
Hajiya Zainab Nasir Idris, the wife of Kebbi State Governor, distributed ₦100 million in grants to help people with disabilities. The event, held at the Presidential Lodge in Birnin Kebbi, was part of this year’s International Day of People with Disabilities celebrations. During the launch, Hajiya Zainab encouraged the grant beneficiaries to use the money … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has outlined how the controversial Tax Reform Bills are designed to enhance states’ revenue generation and economic growth. The bills – the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024, Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, and Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill – have … Read more
In a bid to ensure seamless access to cash through Over-the-Counter (OTC) transactions and Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released a nationwide directory for reporting instances of cash unavailability. The directive, effective from December 1, 2024, aims to improve currency circulation and address challenges affecting cash availability. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Australian lawmakers have approved a landmark bill banning under-16s from accessing social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and X. Social media companies will be required to take “reasonable steps” to prevent young teens from creating accounts. Non-compliance could result in fines of up to AU$50 million (US$32.5 million). Tech companies have criticized the legislation, describing … Read more
A Magistrate Court in Ado Ekiti, the capital of Ekiti State, has ordered the remand of human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, in a correctional facility. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presiding magistrate, Abayomi Adeosun, issued the remand order after Farotimi was arraigned by the police on charges of defamation against renowned legal … Read more
The Nigerian Senate has formed a committee to address the unclear aspects of the widely debated Tax Reform Bills, with the goal of providing a comprehensive report before the public hearing on the legislation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the committee will be chaired by the Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro (PDP, Benue South). The … Read more
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov cautioned that Moscow could resort to “even stronger military means” in its war with Ukraine if the United States and its allies persist in testing Russia’s patience. He argued that the West, particularly the US, lacks “common sense” and fails to appreciate Russia’s resolve to protect its core national … Read more
Human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, has been arraigned before a Magistrate Court in Ekiti State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Farotimi was apprehended in Lagos on Tuesday by officers from the Ekiti State Police Command and was presented in court around 10:25 AM on Wednesday. The legal practitioner faces 16 charges of defamation … Read more
The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the death of a hotel guest, Gideon Ebukwe, who was shot by unidentified gunmen at Ok Winners Hotel, Igbosoro, Igode, in the Sagamu Local Government Area of Ogun State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that In a statement released from Abeokuta, the state’s capital, Police Public Relations Officer Omolola … Read more