President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Mahmud Sanusi Mohammed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority. Dr. Mohammed, who hails from Jalingo Local Government Area of Taraba State, is a distinguished professional with extensive qualifications in disaster management and environmental studies. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The federal government has shed light on its recent meeting with organized labour, which took place on Wednesday in Abuja. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, explained that the government is committed to maintaining consistent dialogue with labour unions rather than waiting for tensions or disputes to arise before initiating discussions. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has officially announced an increase in the minimum wage for civil servants in the state to ₦85,000. Sanwo-Olu made this disclosure during an interview with Channels Television on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Speaking on the wage hike, the governor explained that the decision followed extensive discussions with labor … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Augustine University has commenced a two-day staff orientation programme to prepare staff for the new academic session. The event, which started on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, with the theme, “Igniting Passion for Excellence,” is taking place in the university’s Convocation Hall. In his opening speech, Professor Christopher Odetunde, the Vice-Chancellor of university, … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Egiri Youth Forum, representing the Odo-Egiri community, has lauded the Executive Chairman of Eredo LCDA, Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, for donating an electric transformer to the community. In a message signed by the Youth Chairman, Comrade Odeyemi Adeshola, the forum thanked the Chairman for his support and contributions to the development … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Epe Local Government has felilicated with Oba Nureni Sikiru Odedina (Alugbin 1), the ruler of Ladaba Kingdom on the 2nd anniversary of his coronation. The event marks two years of achievements and highlights the monarch’s commitment in promoting peace, unity and development within the community. In her congratulatory message, Hon Princess Surah … Read more
The Nollywood industry has suffered another tragic loss as legendary Yoruba actor, Ayobami Mudashir Olabiyi, popularly known as Bobo B, has reportedly passed away. The renowned actor, who was a prominent figure in the Yoruba movie industry, succumbed to an illness after battling deteriorating health. Reports indicate that Olabiyi, who was scheduled to participate in … Read more
Real Betis midfielder Isco has opened up about his struggles with epilepsy, revealing that he experienced seizures for four years. In an interview with TribalFootball, the Spanish international shared that he underwent assessments to monitor the electrical activity of the nerve cells in his cerebral cortex. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the … Read more
Newly appointed England manager Thomas Tuchel has expressed his excitement at leading the Three Lions. The former Chelsea coach was officially confirmed as Gareth Southgate’s successor on Wednesday. Tuchel will assume his role on January 1, with interim coach Lee Carsley overseeing England’s final two Nations League fixtures in November. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration convened with the leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) on Wednesday. The meeting, held at the Presidential Villa, primarily focused on the nation’s current status, with particular emphasis on petrol pricing. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, … Read more
South Korean footballer Hwang Ui-jo has issued an apology for secretly recording intimate moments with his partners without their consent. Prosecutors allege that the 31-year-old striker filmed these encounters with two women on four separate occasions between June and September 2022. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to … Read more
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed twenty- one nominees as Federal Commissioners for the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC. This followed the presentation and consideration of the report of the Joint Committee on National Planning and Economic Affairs and Finance for the Confirmation of the Nominations for Appointment as Federal Commissioners in the Revenue … Read more
The House of Representatives has responded to the recent increase in petroleum product prices by demanding an immediate reversal of the hikes in petrol and cooking gas prices. This initiative was led by Deputy Minority Leader Aliyu Madaki and supported by 111 other lawmakers. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, … Read more
An Israeli airstrike on the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh killed Mayor Ahmad Kheil and at least five others, with several more wounded. The strike hit the city’s municipal building during a daily crisis management meeting on Wednesday morning. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge … Read more
President Volodymyr Zelensky presented his highly anticipated “victory plan” to Ukraine’s parliament on Wednesday, calling for national unity during a critical period leading up to the November 5 presidential election in the United States, Ukraine’s key ally. With Russian forces advancing in the east and the prospect of a harsh winter with power shortages, Zelensky … Read more
A Moscow court in Russia has fined Telegram Messenger four million rubles (41,400 U.S. dollars) for refusing to delete information banned in Russia, the court press service said. EDITOR’S PICK: Alleged N27bn Fraud: Court Grants Ex-Taraba Gov, Ishaku N150M Bail ‘PDP Is dead, APC Has Finished Nigeria’ –Kwankwaso Protests Rock PDP Secretariat as INEC Halts … Read more
Since its debut in 2006, Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) has been a significant part of Nigerian popular culture. Over the years, it has captivated millions of viewers, creating viral moments and launching the careers of several Nigerian celebrities, EKO HOT BLOG has observed. However, as the show enters its ninth season, many fans and critics … Read more
The Founder and General Overseer of Living Faith Church (Winners Chapel), Bishop David Oyedepo, has defended the church’s policy on pastoral retirements. The defence is in response to the recent criticisms over the retirements of long-serving leaders. EDITOR’S PICK: Alleged N27bn Fraud: Court Grants Ex-Taraba Gov, Ishaku N150M Bail ‘PDP Is dead, APC Has Finished … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has categorically rejected claims of a price agreement concerning Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly referred to as petrol, with the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) or any other entities. This clarification comes in the wake of remarks made by IPMAN President Abubakar Maigandi, who suggested that … Read more
Adedeji Adeleke, the father of award-winning artist Davido, has shared the challenges he faced in securing the environmental permit for his $2 billion power plant. at the Seventh Day Adventist General Conference Annual Council in Maryland, USA, on Tuesday, Adeleke recounted his struggle with government officials while working on the project. As a Baptist member, … Read more