Akeredolu told to hand over to his deputy to avert crisis Recall Eko Hot Blog earlier reported Akeredolu is critically ill SDP urges him to delegate power to his deputy amid health issues Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu has been told to hand over to his deputy to avert … Read more
Rhodes-Vivour berates Lagos Speaker Obasa for proposed laws on property, titles Recall that Mudashiru Obasa had in his acceptance speech said he would go to any length in protecting the State indigenes Gbadebo Rhodes reacts, warns Lagosians to resist “the divisive bill” Eko Hot Blog reports that Gbadebo Rhodes Vivour of the Labour Party (LP) … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Borno State House of Assembly has approved Governor Babagana Zulum’s request for 20 Special Advisers. Zulum’s request was approved on Thursday during the House’s valedictory session. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Friday, June 9th 2023 Why IPOB Banned Lawyer, Ejimakor, Others From Visiting Nnamdi Kanu In Cell Prominent … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the a group of five members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), also known as the G5 Governors, were at Aso Rock on Thursday to meet with President Bola Tinubu. The group includes one serving governor and four former governors within the party. They are Governor Seyi Makinde (Oyo) as … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the 10th National Assembly will be inaugurated on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. This is according to an announcement, signed by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Sani Tambawal, on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Thursday, June 8th 2023 President Tinubu Directs NEC To Mitigate Impact Of Subsidy Removal … Read more
Shehu Sani lists high-profile pastors killed in Kaduna This comes amid backlash on El-Rufai after a video of him promoting a Muslim-Muslim ticket surfaced on the internet. El-Rufai is the immediate past governor of Kaduna State Ekot Hot Blog reports that a former lawmaker of the 8th National Assembly, Shehu Sani has lashed Malam Nasir El-Rufai … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Tajudeen Abass is still in the race for the speakership position of the House of Representatives. Recall the Leadership Newspaper earlier reported that there are signs of new efforts to replace Honourable Abbas with a different candidate as the preferred candidate for the position. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines … Read more
Aregbesola says he bears no grudge against anyone Says Tinubu is the best man for the job I’m open to work and receive anyone, says Aregbesola Eko Hot Blog reports that the immediate-past Minister of Interior and ex-govenor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has said he is not in conflict with anyone in Osogbo … Read more
Former Zamfara State governor, Abdulaziz Yari reveals how the decider for the Senate President seat will go by. According to Yari, it falls on the will of God. The All Progressives Congress (APC) had previously announced the selection of Godswill Akpabio as its preferred candidate as discussion for the Senate Presidency debate goes on. EKO … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Mudashiru Obasa, the lawmaker representing Agege Constituency 1 has been re-elected Speaker of the 10th Assembly of the Lagos State House of Assembly. The election took place moments ago amidst celebration at the emergence of Mudashiru Obasa. https://www.instagram.com/p/CtJZ-AGtTbl/ EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Monday, June 6th 2023 Shehu Sani … Read more
Atiku’s aide mocks Keyamo following the defeat he suffered at the Federal High Court Says Kayamo’s law degree is useless Recall Keyamo had filed a petition to EFCC, CCB, and others to arrest Atiku over a bogus allegation Eko Hot Blog reports that the immediate past Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bode George, the former Deputy National Chairman (South) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has refuted claims that he expressed willingness to work with a government led by Bola Tinubu, a prominent political figure in Nigeria. Contrary to the initial reports, George clarified his stance during an interview on … Read more
Says it is payback time for the North Insists ACF has no youth wing Eko Hot Blog reports that the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has denied endorsing former Abia governor, Sen.Orji Uzor Kalu as its preferred candidate for the Senate Presidency of the 10th National Assembly. Alhaji Musa Saidu, a member of the forum said … Read more
Femi Fani-Kayode has strongly criticized the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) for its decision to embark on a nationwide strike. The NLC had declared the strike following the astronomical hike in fuel prices after the removal of the subsidy. According to Fani-Kayode, the NLC were being selective in their outrage. EKO HOT BLOG reports that prominent … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP) have called upon President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima to publicly declare their assets. PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, highlighted that merely filling out asset declaration forms and submitting them to the Code of Conduct Bureau, as required by law, was not … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former aviation minister, Femi Fani-Kayode has blasted Nuhu Ribadu’s critics. Recall that news broke out over the weekend that the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) who is a retired police officer Nuhu Ribadu was picked by President Bola Tinubu for the position of National Security … Read more
Confirms Ribadu’s appointment Says Ribadu deserves the appointment after 8-years Eko Hot Blog reports that former lawmaker and social critic Senator Shehu Sani has commended the appointment of ex-EFCC boss, Nuhu Ribadu as National Security Adviser (NSA). It was gathered that Ribadu was picked by President Tinubu ahead of two other candidates that were being … Read more
Seyi Makinde sues for Unity in the PDP camp. In his address during a retreat in Bauchi State, the Oyo State governor asked aggrieved PDP members to settle their differences within the party. This is also in alliance with former Vice President Atiku’s plea to PDP members in same retreat. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Former Vice President Abubakar Atiku in a sit-down with PDP lawmakers-elect in Bauchi, has assured supporters of a promising future. In his address, he encouraged party members to remain hopeful while awaiting the resolution of the dispute at the presidential election petition tribunal. Speaking to the lawmakers-elect, Atiku urged them not to be tempted to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that gunmen linked to Muritala Yakubu Ajaka, the governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) In Kogi State, have been accused of attacking the convoy of the State Governor, Yahaya Bello. In a statement issued on Saturday, Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, alleged that the … Read more