EKO HOT BLOG reports the Former INEC Chairman, Prof Attahiru Jega, has urged amendments to the Electoral Act of 2022, noting its historic importance in Nigeria’s electoral history while emphasizing the need for improvement. Speaking at a retreat organized for senators by the NILDS in Akwa Ibom State, Jega proposed key changes. First, he recommended … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Academic Staff Union of Universities has urged the Federal Government to release the salaries of lecturers withheld for embarking on a strike in 2022. The National President of ASUU, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, told the Punch that the union expected the government to pay the withheld salaries but that there … Read more
The PEPC has again adjourned Atiku’s petition challenging Tinubu’s victory. The hearing has been rescheduled to Friday. Justice Haruna Tsammani adjourned the case in order to hear more pre-hearing testimony on the petition. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential Election Petition Court, PEPC, sitting in Abuja has further adjourned the petition of the candidate … Read more
Davido has sparked reactions after purchasing the N149 Million pendant. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, popularly called Davido, has splashed a whopping sum of N149 million on a customized diamond pendant. Davido is a lover of luxury items and the latest acquisition comes a few days after he performed at the … Read more
France Fans have signed petition to replay World Cup final with Argentina. EKO HOT BLOG reports that days after the final of the 2022 World Cup which was held in Qatar, some fans of the France national team have called for a replay of the clash with Argentina. Recall that the Argentina side had defeated … Read more
Next year will be warmer than this one, and one of the hottest on record, the UK Met Office is forecasting. Eko Hot Blog reports that predictions suggest it will be the 10th year in a row the global temperature is at least 1C above average. EDITOR’S PICKS New Orleans: Man Kills Female Uber Driver … Read more
D’banj made his first stage appearance after his release from detention. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Music heavyweight, Oladapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj, made his first appearance on stage after his release from his alleged arrest by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC. The pop singer said to his … Read more
Omokri has slammed Obi over his visit to the annual Shiloh programme. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former presidential media aide, Reno Omokri, has berated the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, accusing him of playing the religious card with politics. Omokri on Friday said nobody on earth, to the best of his … Read more
A 25-year-old man landed in the hospital after being beaten to a coma for stealing a mobile phone in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the patrol team of the Rapid Response Squad, Lagos Police Command arrested a man identified as Chinedu Ike for stealing phones in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS PHOTOS: Police Arrest Fake EFCC … Read more
Adeleke has promised to correct Injustice and corrupt acts done by past administrations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has promised to correct the injustices done to the people of the state by the Gboyega Oyetola-led administration. Adeleke made this known at the Osogbo-city stadium on Sunday after his inauguration … Read more
Qatar opened this year’s World Cup with a stunning opening ceremony kicked off by actor Morgan Freeman and BTS K-pop star Jungkook, along with hundreds of other performers, lights, flames, and plenty of glamour, but fans tuning in via the BBC were left out of the magic as the British broadcaster chose to skip the … Read more
Alcohol will not be sold at the World Cup’s eight stadiums in Qatar after FIFA changed its policy two days before the start of the tournament. Eko Hot Blog reports alcohol was set to be served “in select areas within stadiums”, despite its sale being strictly controlled in the Muslim country. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Court … Read more
Burna Boy emerged as the Best African Act at the MTV EMAS. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian Grammy award-winning singer, Damini Ogulu, professionally known as Burna Boy has emerged as the Best African Act at the MTV Europe Music Awards for the year 2022. This online media platform gathered that Burna Boy who received … Read more
FG has warned Nigerians about a possible flood in 2023. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has warned Nigerians of a possible ‘devastating’ flood in 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS UCLDraw: 2022/23 UEFA Champions League Round Of 16 Draws (Full Fixtures) Osinbajo, NSA, Others To Lead Talks At Editors’ Conference In Owerri 2023: Tinubu Reveals … Read more
Pastor Adeboye has released Prophetic Declarations for November. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has released fresh prophetic declarations for the new month of November. This online media platform gathered that the renowned preacher made a video clip of the November … Read more
Buhari has signed the Nigeria startup bill into law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari, on Wednesday signed the Nigeria Startup Bill into law. The Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, disclosed this in a tweet immediately after President Muhammadu Buhari appended his signature. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Panic As Bandits Invade … Read more
Tems, Burna Boy, Wizkid, CKay have been nominated for American Music Awards. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Afrobeats music stars, Tems, Burna Boy, Wizkid, Fireboy, and CKay have all been nominated in various categories for the 2022 American Music Awards. This online media platform gathered that the award ceremony is set to be held … Read more
INEC has declared it has completely ‘murdered’ election rigging In Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has announced that elections rigging has been completely ‘murdered’ in Nigeria following the signing of the Electoral Act, 2022, and the Bimodal Voter Registration System, BVAS, coupled with other strict measures launched by … Read more
Nigeria @ 62: Buhari Independence Speech EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has scored the performance of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) administration high. Buhari in his last Independence Day Address this morning said the efforts in re-setting the economy manifested in Nigeria as it exited two economic recessions by the … Read more
INEC has warned against campaigning in churches and mosques, says violators risk imprisonment EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission has warned political parties and candidates against the use of masqueraders, public facilities and religious centres for campaigns. EDITOR’S PICK: 2023 Election: Be Careful Of Your Statements, Nigerians Are Watching – … Read more