NDLEA has busted an Abuja drug party as two excrete 150 cocaine wraps in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have disrupted a drug party dubbed “Go hard or Go Home. Pick Your Poison” in Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Borno: Police Confirm Suicide … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has dismissed speculation about President Tinubu’s health, describing him as a man “full of ideas” and urging Nigerians to support him. Shettima spoke at a town hall meeting by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) at the State House in Abuja, addressing concerns about Tinubu’s health status following a recent … Read more
Vice President Shettima refutes concerns about President Tinubu’s health, emphasizing his capability to lead with innovative ideas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima, addressed rumors about President Tinubu’s health on Friday, emphasizing that the President is brimming with ideas. These rumors began after President Tinubu stumbled during the Democracy Day … Read more
INEC clarifies that FCT council chairmen and councillors’ tenure will expire in June 2026 under the Electoral Act 2022, which stipulates a four-year term. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has clarified the legal position on the tenure of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) council chairmen. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, … Read more
A 25-year-old woman, Aisha Abubakar, has been arrested by the Kaduna State Police Command for supplying ammunition to bandits in Katsina State. Aisha, who was paraded alongside other suspected criminals at the Police Command headquarters, confessed to receiving ₦50,000 per trip to deliver the ammunition to the Bandits. EDITOR’S PICK Minimum Wage: Labour Warns Governors … Read more
Atiku Abubakar, the PDP’s 2023 presidential candidate, has departed Nigeria for a business trip to Europe, as announced by his media adviser. Eko Hot Blog reports that Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, has departed Nigeria for a business trip to Europe. This information was disclosed on Wednesday … Read more
The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed the hearing on the suit seeking the removal of Abdullahi Ganduje as APC National Chairman to July 5, allowing parties to respond to counter-affidavits. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has rescheduled the hearing of a case seeking the removal of Abdullahi Ganduje, the … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has approved the relocation of traders and mechanics from Apo Mechanic Village to Wassa, resolving a 15-year conflict. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has sanctioned the relocation of traders and mechanics from Apo Mechanic Village in Abuja … Read more
House of Representatives has confirmed Customs Deputy Comptroller’s death at National Assembly. Eko Hot Blog reports that the House of Representatives says it can confirm that an official of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has died at the National Assembly. EDITOR’S PICKS Detty December: Tunji Alausa Urges Nigerians In Diaspora To Visit Lagos NDLEA Uncovers … Read more
NDLEA has uncovered a ‘snake-guarded shrine’ storing illicit drugs in Edo. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says its operatives has bursted a shrine, guarded by a snake, being used for storing illicit drugs in Edo State. The agency’s spokesperson. Femi Babafemi, disclosed the development in a statement on … Read more
Retired Brigadier General Uwem Harold Udokwe was murdered during an armed robbery at his Abuja residence, prompting a thorough investigation by the FCT Police Command. Eko Hot Blog reports that a retired Brigadier General of the Nigerian Army, Uwem Harold Udokwe, was tragically murdered during an armed robbery at his residence in Sunshine Homes Estate, … Read more
Nigeria plans to send its first citizen to space through a collaboration between NASRDA and SERA, marking a milestone in the nation’s space exploration efforts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to send its first citizen to space, marking a historic leap for the nation. Dr. Mathew Adepoju, the … Read more
The Nigerian Customs Service has launched a 30-day verification exercise to crack down on improperly imported private jets. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), on behalf of the Federal Government, has launched a new initiative to crack down on improperly imported private jets. It was revealed that no fewer than 80 operators … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a group of Southern leaders under the Citizens Network for Peace and Development of Nigeria (CNPDN) has voiced support for Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike amidst the political turmoil in his home state, Rivers. After a meeting in Abuja on Monday, the leaders praised Wike’s undistracted focus … Read more
Tinubu discussed setting a new national minimum wage based on Nigeria’s financial capacity. His remarks were made during the 25th Democracy Day Anniversary Dinner in Abuja. Tinubu assured that the government would fulfill its obligations responsibly amid discussions with National Assembly leaders. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu emphasized during the 25th Democracy Day … Read more
By Fikayo Babalola The Erisco Foods-Chioma Okoli court trial has been delayed over the presiding judge’s absence. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned the trial of Chioma Okoli, accused of making controversial online statements about Erisco Foods Limited’s tomato paste, due to the absence of the presiding judge today, … Read more
High Court in Abuja ordered the final forfeiture of NOK University and related assets to the Federal Government. The court ruled that the university failed to prove that the assets were not acquired with proceeds of crime. Additional investments by Hassan, including Gwasmyen Water Factory, Gwasmyen International Hotel, and Gwasmyen Event Centre, are also subject … Read more
Tinubu commissions Vice President’s Residence in Abuja Tinubu describes newly launched residence symbolizes respect Presidents says completion of building is in line with his agenda Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has on Friday, commissioned the Vice President’s official quarters. The President during the commissioning said that providing a suitable residence for … Read more
Appointing Wike One Of the Best Choices In My Administration – Tinubu. Tinubu commended Wike’s leadership and performance during the inauguration of the Inner Southern Expressway extension. The President highlighted the project as a testament to his administration’s development agenda. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the appointment of Nyesom Wike as Minister of Federal Capital Territory … Read more
Negotiations Restart: Nigerian Workers’ Minimum Wage Talks Resume. The Tripartite Committee on Minimum Wage met at Nicon Luxury Hotel in Abuja, with federal government ministers and organized labour leaders in attendance. While no state governors attended, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum was represented by its Director General, Abdulateef Shittu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that negotiations for a … Read more