Crisis between the former Governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha and the state government over the ownership of Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Ogboko, have finally been laid to rest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the operating certificate for the varsity was handed over to Imo State through Governor Hope Uzodimma by the National Universities Commission … Read more
Accord Party candidate, Maduka withdraws petition against Soludo EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Godwin Maduka, the Accord Party’s candidate in Anambra State’s recently ended governorship election, has withdrawn a petition he filed challenging Professor Chukwuma Soludo’s victory. As a result, the three-member tribunal comprised of Justice B. Mohammed, Justice Edem Akpan, and Justice O.H. … Read more
Umahi rejects Direct Primaries, tasks NASS to stop action on the electoral amendment bill EKO HOT BLOG reports that David Umahi, governor of Ebonyi State and chairman of the Southeast Governors’ Forum, said on Thursday that Direct Primaries will suffocate democracy in Nigeria. During a courtesy visit, Umahi spoke to stakeholders and a group from … Read more
Indirect Primaries: INEC Chairman meets Reps committees EKO HOT BLOG reports that Yakubu Mahmood, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, met with the House Committee on Appropriations and Communications on Thursday to discuss the indirect primaries. It should be noted that the House resolved that committees meet with the INEC Chairman to discuss the … Read more
How Obasanjo’s diabolical double-cross cost Akande his second term – Buhari EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari recalled on Thursday in Lagos how former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s devious double-cross cost Chief Bisi Akande his bid for a second term. He spoke at the public presentation of Akande’s autobiography, “My Participations,” hosted at the … Read more
Niger chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has adopted Sen. Zaynab Kure, wife of late Gov. Abdulkadir Kure, as its leader. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this is contained in a statement by Mr Suleiman Aliyu, the state PDP Publicity Secretary on Tuesday in Minna. Aliyu said that the decision was taken during a … Read more
Osinbajo Grassroot Organisation has disclosed that plans are being perfected by some “unscrupulous element” to defame Vice President Yemi Osinbajo ahead of the 2023 presidential election. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the group added that the plans include a smear campaign and character assassination of the vice president. The group made this known through a … Read more
Supporters of the ex-Governor Abdulaziz Yari-led faction of the All Progressive Congress (APC), said that they’ll emerge victoriously. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the group assured that they will merge victorious in the case filed against the party’s national leadership for dissolving the Zamfara APC State Executive Committee. Factional Chairman of the party, Alhaji Lawal … Read more
He vowed to ensure that party members respect the constitution of the party EKO HOT BLOG reports that the incoming state Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, Omale Omale has cautioned members of the party against any form of corrupt practices. Omale warned that members of the party in the state … Read more
2023: North should produce next president by PDP’s arrangement – Dokpesi EKO HOT BLOG reports that Raymond Dokpesi, founder of DAAR Communications, has said the north should still produce Nigeria’s president in 2023. Dokpesi stated that the North will still provide Nigeria’s president in 2023, based on an agreement and calculation by the Peoples Democratic … Read more
High court fixes date to hear APC members seeking order. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Justice Babangida Hassan of a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), in Jabi, Abuja, has fixed December 17 to commence hearing in a suit filed by an aggrieved member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Okosisi Emeka Ngwu, seeking … Read more
Plateau Deputy Majority Leader Resigns 6 Weeks After Speaker’s Impeachment EKO HOT BLOG reports that Philip Peter Dasun, a member of the Plateau State House of Assembly, has resigned as Deputy Majority Leader. Dasun represents the state’s Pankshin North region. On Tuesday, the Chairman of the House Committee on Information announced his resignation during plenary. … Read more
Bauchi State House of Assembly accused the state Commissioner for Education, Dr Aliyu Tilde, of disrespect. EKO HOT BLOG reports that subsequently, the lawmakers passed a vote of no confidence on him and withdrew his confirmation. The house earlier confirmed his nomination as commissioner based on a request by the state Governor, Bala Mohammed. The … Read more
National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has affirmed the expulsion of 15 members in Kebbi State by the state chapter of the party. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the party disclosed this in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, on Monday in Abuja. The expelled members, according to … Read more
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, says the state’s newly-unveiled 30-year development plan will sustain ongoing reforms and projects by his administration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Obaseki said the 30-year-development plan is aimed at improving the livelihood of the people. The governor who said this on Monday while speaking to journalists stated that his government … Read more
Gov Akeredolu of Ondo state has said that he will not leave unpaid salaries for his successor after his tenure EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has assured that his administration will not leave unpaid salaries for his successor after his eight years in office. Read Also: 2022 Budget: Edo APC … Read more
Femi Adesina, a presidential spokesperson, says President Muhammadu Buhari’s position as a democrat won’t change whether or not he assents to the electoral bill or not. EKO HOT BLOG reports that on November 19, Buhari received the electoral act amendment bill from the national assembly for his assent. The president has 30 days to make … Read more
Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the 2022 budget proposal of Governor Godwin Obaseki. EKO HOT BLOG reports that APC reacted to the budget which Obaseki submitted to the 10-man state House of Assembly last Wednesday. The party alleged that he duplicated projects to siphon state funds. A statement by … Read more
PDP lauds Akwa Ibom Governor Emmanuel over listing among Africa’s inspiring individuals EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has congratulated Akwa-Ibom State Governor Udom Emmanuel on his recognition as one of Africa’s 100 most inspiring people in the 2021 African Regional Awards. Kola Ologbondiyan, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, stated this … Read more
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it is “generally” satisfied with the electoral act. EKO HOT BLOG reports that INEC, in its response to President Muhammadu Buhari says it is okay with the electoral act amended by the national assembly. As the December 19 deadline for presidential assent draws near, INEC told the president the … Read more