The Dangote Refinery and the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) have finalized an agreement for the weekly supply of 60 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). This deal coincides with a marginal reduction in fuel prices at IPMAN member filling stations nationwide, according to the association’s spokesperson, Chinedu Ukadike, who provided an … Read more
Communities in Anambra Central Senatorial Zone were thrown into chaos on Monday morning as gunmen allegedly enforcing the outlawed sit-at-home order unleashed violence in Abatete, Abagana, and Ukpo. The attacks, which occurred between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m., left at least five people dead, including members of the Anambra Vigilante Services. According to reports, the … Read more
Gunmen have killed a policeman and injured another following an attack on their convoy at Ubakala in Umuahia South council area, Abia State. This happened barely four days after some yet-to-be-identified gunmen also killed two soldiers at a checkpoint in Umuopara Umuahia, near the Abia-Imo border. The policemen, said to be attached to one of … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Councillors representing Epe Central, Ibeju-Lekki, Lekki, Eredo, and Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDAs have extended their support to victims of the tragic accident at Ayetoro Market on Monday, November 11, 2024. The incident, involving a Dangote truck loaded with cement that lost control on Paramount Hill, resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, leaving the … Read more
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has slammed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Onanuga urged Atiku to purge himself of petty politics, saying he is peddling economic fantasies. Over the weeks, there has been exchanges between the presidency and Atiku after he proposed solutions to the country’s economic … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Epe Branch, has successfully concluded a three-month skills training program, equipping local youth with valuable skills in crafts and fashion design. The program culminated in an exhibition at the Epe Local Government Secretariat, where trainees showcased their creations, earning praise for their dedication and … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Epe Branch, has raised concerns over the increasing problem of electricity vandalism in the community. This comes after a recent incident where a power cable in Araga-Poka was damaged, causing further power outages in the area. The council commended local leaders for their … Read more
The Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere, says President Bola Tinubu’s short stay in office has shown signs of outperforming former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s record. The National Organising Secretary of the organization, Mr Kole Omololu, said this in a statement on Sunday, adding that the emerging gains of the president’s economic reforms gave hope that the nation … Read more
The Presidency has remained silent following critical remarks from former President Olusegun Obasanjo and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concerning President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms. Speaking at the Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum at Yale University, Obasanjo described Nigeria as being under “state capture,” accusing the government of corruption and poor leadership. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps … Read more
The New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has alleged that Lagos State is planning to colonise the north with the controversial tax reform bill. Kwankwaso urged the National Assembly to reject any attempts to cheat the north with the proposed bill. The former Kano State Governor made … Read more
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the appointment of new, credible leadership at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) with short tenures to combat corruption and restore public trust in Nigeria’s electoral process. Speaking at the Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum at Yale University in Connecticut, USA, Obasanjo delivered a keynote address titled “Leadership Failure … Read more
Israel secured a late 1-0 victory over Belgium, but it was not enough to avoid relegation from the Nations League’s top tier. Debutant Yarden Shua scored the decisive goal in the 86th minute, tapping in a loose ball into the bottom corner after good work from Dia Saba. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again … Read more
Erling Haaland netted a stunning hat-trick as Norway hammered Kazakhstan to secure promotion to the top tier of the Nations League. The Manchester City striker, who set a new record as Norway’s all-time top scorer last month, has now scored 38 goals in 39 appearances for his country. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again … Read more
During a meeting with House Republicans on Wednesday, President-elect Donald Trump made a remark that seemed to hint at the possibility of him serving a third term in 2028. According to audio shared with newsmen, Trump jokingly suggested, “I suspect I won’t be running again, unless you do something,” adding, “Unless you say, ‘He’s so … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has stirred social media reactions after referring to Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano in a Facebook and X post. The Vice President’s statement, shared after attending the wedding of Dr. Aishatu Kwankwaso, daughter of former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, initially included the phrase: “The wedding, which … Read more
Ayodele Olorunfemi, the Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate in Ondo State, has blamed Peter Obi and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for his loss in the just-concluded election. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) emerged victorious, winning all 18 local government areas with 366,781 votes, defeating the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate … Read more
Sir Keir Starmer is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping during the G20 summit in Brazil, marking the first in-person meeting between a UK prime minister and the Chinese leader since 2018. The UK government has emphasized a commitment to maintaining “stable and pragmatic engagement” with China. Sir Keir plans to highlight areas of … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has arrived at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to attend the 19th Heads of State and Government Summit of the Group of 20 (G20). The President, who arrived on Sunday at 11.03 p.m. local time, (Monday 3. 03 a.m. Nigerian time), was received by Amb. Breno Costa in the Ministry of External Relations … Read more
A Department of State Services (DSS) officer attached to the Kebbi State Command, identified as Dauda Auwalu Taura, has been accused of assaulting a journalist, Mallam Shuaibu Zubair, a correspondent for Authority newspaper, following a disagreement over an unpaid electricity bill. The conflict reportedly began when Taura, who owed ₦5,000 for electricity but paid only … Read more
Deputy spokesman of the House of Representatives, Mr. Philip Agbese, has alleged that some governors are coercing federal lawmakers to withdraw their support for President Bola Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills. According to Agbese, these governors have threatened to deny lawmakers return tickets for the 2027 elections if they back the proposed legislation. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump … Read more