The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, council of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has directed all workers in the six area councils of the FCT to begin indefinite strike from December 1. This directive was contained in a statement by the chairman of the council, Mr Knabanyi Adalo, on Saturday in Abuja Idalo said that the … Read more
A self-proclaimed herbalist, Ismail Usman, sustained severe injuries after testing a self-made ‘bulletproof’ charm by shooting himself in the stomach with a locally fabricated gun. The incident, which occurred on November 23, 2024, in Kuchibuyi Village, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, left Usman in critical condition after the charm failed to protect him. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the justifications offered by some state chapters for not joining the planned nationwide strike, emphasising that workers’ welfare must take precedence. Speaking to Punch, NLC National Treasurer Akeem Ambali confirmed that the union had instructed all affiliate unions to prepare their members for industrial action in states that … Read more
Governor Siminialayi Fubara of Rivers State says he will continue defend the mandate freely given to him by the people of the state. Fubara made this vow on Saturday at the Funeral Service of late Mrs Erefori Basi Maeba, mother of Senator Lee Maeba, former representative of Rivers South-East Senatorial District in the National Assembly … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) strike scheduled for December 1 is in danger of collapsing as multiple state chapters have declared they will not participate. The strike was meant to protest delays in adopting the N70,000 minimum wage approved by President Bola Tinubu in July. Several states, including Lagos and Rivers, have already surpassed the … Read more
The Abia State government has voiced strong concerns over the improper use of the titles “His Royal Majesty” and “His Royal Highness” by certain Ezeogos in various autonomous communities across the state, despite not being officially recognized as traditional rulers by the government. A statement issued by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, … Read more
Nigerian investigative journalist and founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), Fisayo Soyombo, has denied claims by the Nigerian Army that he was arrested alongside suspected oil bunkerers during an undercover investigation in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Soyombo was detained for three days by the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army before his release, … Read more
Former lawmaker who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani has faulted those claiming they cannot pay salaries if the tax reform bill is enacted. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State had said the state cannot pay the minimum salary if the tax reform bills are passed adding that … Read more
Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, has revealed how he intervened to prevent the execution of former President Olusegun Obasanjo during the regime of the late General Sani Abacha. Speaking at the maiden Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carol and Praise Festival in Plateau State, Gowon recounted his efforts in 1995 when Obasanjo was convicted and … Read more
With 30 months remaining in his term, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State remains in office, but the political scene is already heating up for the 2027 gubernatorial race. In the All Progressives Congress (APC), several heavyweights are positioning themselves for the leadership of Lagos. Rumored aspirants include Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola … Read more
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Bauchi, has commenced an indefinite strike to demand better working conditions from the university administration. The decision was announced after an emergency congress held at the Yuli Campus in Bauchi, where the SAZU ASUU Chairperson, Comrade Awwal Hussain Nuhu, explained that all efforts … Read more
The Defense Headquarters says Nigerian troops neutralized at least 135 terrorists, arrested 185 suspects and rescued 129 kidnapped hostages through well executed operations across the country in the last one week. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known in the Defence Headquarters weekly update on the operations of the military … Read more
A local herbalist known for his unconventional methods in the Federal Capital Territory, Ismail Usman has shot himself attempt to test the effectiveness of a self-made ‘bulletproof’ charm. The spokesperson of the FCT Police Command, Josephine Adeh confirmed the unfortunate incident on Saturday. She said that the incident occurred at Kuchibuyi Village on November 23 … Read more
The National Population Commission (NPC) has dismissed online reports claiming its chairman, Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra, announced 2025 as the date for Nigeria’s next population and housing census. In a statement issued by Erelu Taibat Yemi Oloruntoba, the Acting Director of Public Affairs, the NPC clarified that no official date has been set for the … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has confirmed that it has not yet commenced bulk sales of petroleum products to marketers from its Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC). Currently, the company is selling products sourced from the Dangote Refinery at its retail stations. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his commitment to completing the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) permanent orientation camp at Agbowa, Ikorodu, before the end of 2024. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2024 Batch C Stream 1 corps members on Friday, the governor, represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Social … Read more
The President General of the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum, Yerima Shettima, has stated that the northern region has not yet reached a collective decision on whether to support President Bola Tinubu’s bid for a second term in 2027. This comes after the suspended National Chairman of the Arewa Consultative Forum, Mamman Osuman, reportedly declared that … Read more
Prophet Israel Ogundipe, founder and shepherd of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) Genesis Global, has explained his reasons for attending Islamic gatherings and participating in Ramadan activities, emphasizing his commitment to promoting love and unity beyond religious boundaries. Speaking in an interview, the cleric, who was born into a Muslim family with the name … Read more
The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, says the Port Harcourt Refining Company, PHRC, has not yet begun bulk sales, stating that essential processes are still being finalized. The Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPCL, Olufemi Soneye, made this known in a statement on Friday. According to him, the products the refinery current sells originate … Read more
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has fiercely criticised social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, also known as Verydarkman (VDM), calling his mother a failure and blaming his upbringing for his toxic behavior. In a post shared on her Instagram, Iyabo Ojo suggested that VDM’s upbringing lacked love, care, and stability, which she believes led to his … Read more