Former Niger Delta agitators have reportedly travelled to Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, Abuja in a planned protest. This is in reaction to the stoppage of their monthly stipend paid by the government. Maj-Gen Barry Tariye Ndiomu (retd.) was recently appointed as the Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, which seems to be where the … Read more
Femi Falana has clarified that the Nigerian constitution is unambiguous on the status of Abuja and its effect on the outcome of the 2023 presidential election. Falana stated that Abuja is considered to be the 37th state in Nigeria for the purpose of the election and there is no controversy about this position. He also … Read more
The CJN left Nigeria for the UK on March 18. President-elect Tinubu left Nigeria for France ten days later to “undertake rest” according to his team. Reports emerged on Thursday that both men were set for a clandestine meeting in the UK. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kayode … Read more
Chude Nnamdi was arrested by police officers on Saturday, March 18, 2023. The arrest sparked controversy on social media as his friends and family were not sure about which security agency arrested him amid speculations of Interpol involvement. There was also no confirmation of his alleged crime until Wednesday. Eko Hot Blog reports that the … Read more
The aftermath of the February 25 polls continue as Nigerians take to the street in protest in Abuja. Protesters reported to be of Labour Party candidate supporters carried placards demanding for a free and fair system. Their placards turns eyes towards the President hoping for justice. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in Abuja, the Capital … Read more
After being detained for a period of nine days, the former Deputy Governor of Imo State has been released from custody. Irona was released on bail following an order from the Abuja federal high court. Irona was on Thursday last week remanded in Owerri prison custody after he was arraigned by the police on a … Read more
AEDC has announced blackout in some areas in Abuja. According to the reports Abuja will experience power outage today. The AEDC noted that during this period, power interruptions would affect Prince & Princess Estate, Parts of Kaura District, Dubai Market, Behind Games Village, and Part of Durumi 2, Adisa Estate. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Shekarau will not be returning to the senate until at least 2027. He had won the Kano Central senatorial district election. But the Supreme Court has ruled that he wasn’t the authentic candidate of his party. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Supreme Court has sacked former Governor of Kano State, Ibrahim Shekarau, as the … Read more
Wike has reacted to PDP’s protest in Abuja. Atiku and other top party members took to the street of Abuja to express their grievance over the outcome of the presidential election. Wike Speaks on the case mocked the PDP, stating that he warned the party and wasn’t given a listening ear. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Tinubu has reacted to PDP’s protest in Abuja. The President-elect slammed Atiku for taking to the street, to ‘dance’ rather than focusing on other ‘important’ things. He urged the former Vice president to stop public disturbance and gather evidence for their court case. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu has urged … Read more
The NDLEA has released the weekly account of its activities. The agency said it made several drug crime-related arrests last week. The arrests took place in Lagos, Taraba, Abuja, Adamawa, and Osun State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a businessman, Kingsley Celestino, at the Murtala Muhammed … Read more
Tinubu met with Dangote and Oyetola in Abuja. This is coming just a few days after Tinubu was announced the winner of the Presidential election. The APC candidate won the election with over 8 million votes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Friday met with the chairman, and chief … Read more
Tinubu is Nigeria’s president-elect. He was the candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). His declaration as winner of the presidential election marks the end of an intense, sometimes chaotic, electoral process. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) … Read more
The protesters were members of the different political parties They demanded electronic transmission of results from INEC The protest happened a couple of kilometers from ICC Eko Hot Blog reports that On Tuesday, a group of protesters took to the streets in Abuja to demand the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC electronically transmits the result … Read more
An NSCDC Vehicle Carrying Election Materials was involved in a crash. The incident occurred at the Giri Roundabout bridge in Abuja. No official statement has been made by the commission yet. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) vehicle on election duty on Friday evening was involved in an … Read more
A Court has ordered the confiscation of multi-billion Lagos, Abuja, and Dubai properties linked to Kogi State Govt. According to the Court ruling, the forfeiture of these assets is temporary. Justice Oweibo also gave the EFCC permission to seize the N400 million that had been recovered from Aminu Falala and was connected to the State. … Read more
The NDLEA crusade against illicit drug dealers gained momentum last week as the agency made various arrests. The agency intercepted drugs that were bound for Europe. The intercepted drugs ranged from cocaine to methamphetamine. Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted consignments of cocaine and meth … Read more
Political thugs attacked supporters of CBN’s naira redesign policy during a peaceful protest in Abuja. Many people were injured, and some leaders were missing. The attackers wielded dangerous weapons, and the protesters blamed the governors who were against the policy for the attack. EKO HOT BLOG reports that some political thugs, on Tuesday, attacked supporters … Read more
The CBN’s naira redesign policy has been a source of suffering and confusion for Nigerians in recent weeks. The Supreme Court seemed to give respite to Nigerians last week after ordering the apex bank not to enforce its deadline for phasing out the old naira notes. However, some commercial banks have stopped collecting the old … Read more
Pastor Uche Aigbe brought a gun to the Abuja chapter of House on the Rock on Sunday, causing a stir among the congregation. He mounted the pulpit carrying an AK-47 rifle and began preaching despite the tension his actions created. His response to the situation led to laughter from the assembly as he continued his … Read more