Osinbajo was in charge of the FEC meeting in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Vice President of Nigeria, Yemi Osinbajo on Wednesday presided over the Federal Executive Council at the State House, Abuja. The meeting kick-started with the National Anthem following the arrival of Osinbajo at 10:05 am. The opening prayers were said … Read more
A modern complex is set to shoot out of the rubble of ruins at the Lagos State High Court in Igbosere. Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday, performed the sod turning for the redevelopment of the oldest courthouse in the country, two years after the iconic colonial vestige was razed by … Read more
Fire has gutted the defence headquarters in Abuja. Eko Hot Blog reports that the second floor of the Defence Headquarters, Garki, Abuja, suffered a fire incident on Monday afternoon. EDITOR’S PICKS Social Media Users Mock Dele Momodu For Posting Photoshopped APC Campaign Material Engage Certified Real Estate Professionals, Experts Urge Nigerians At Lagos Conference Lagos … Read more
Atiku, Okowa, Ayu were present among other top PDP officials. EKO HOT BLOG reports that some top chieftains of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) attended the party’s presidential campaign in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. This online media platform gathered that the campaign rally was held on Saturday at Eagle Square in Abuja, the … Read more
Police have rescued three Abuja kidnapped victims and recovered one AK 47 riffle. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Capital Territory Police Command has rescued three kidnap victims and commenced an investigation into the Tuesday night security breach occasioned by armed robbery, shootings, and abduction of some persons in the Kubwa Relocation Estate, off … Read more
The IGP has deployed armed operatives ahead of the resumption of operations at the Abuja-Kaduna Rail. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Usman Baba, has ordered the deployment of armed personnel to safeguard the Abuja-Kaduna rail services. EDITOR’S PICKS World Cup: England Cruise Past Senegal To Reach Quarter-finals Abuja-Kaduna Rail To … Read more
Osinbajo has left Abuja on a visit to Vietnam. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, departed Abuja on Saturday (today) for a three-day visit to Vietnam. The VP’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Laolu Akande, noted in a statement released today that Osinbajo would visit the Asian country for … Read more
Buhari has narrated how some governors pocket funds meant for LGs. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday in Abuja flayed the tendency of some governors to encourage corruption in the local government system, thereby inhibiting development at the grassroots. EDITOR’S PICKS The Care People Foundation Announces Carnival, Scholarship Award For Orphans, … Read more
The federal government has denied plans to hike the fuel price amid a nationwide scarcity. Eko Hot Blog reports that the federal government of Nigeria says it has no intention of increasing the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly called petrol, at this time. EDITOR’S PICKS Buckingham Palace Official Resigns After Racist Comments To … Read more
Buhari is seeking tighter security around the borders in the Lake Chad Basin amid arms proliferation. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday in Abuja urged more vigilance and tightening of security around borders, drawing attention to the increased number of arms, ammunition, and other weapons from the Russia and Ukraine war … Read more
The police have explained why the IGP did not obey a court ruling. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force has denied disregarding a court ruling. EDITOR’S PICKS Court Sends Police IG, Usman Baba To Prison {See Why} Lake Chad Basin: Buhari Seeks Tighter Security Around Borders Amid Arms Proliferation World Cup: US … Read more
APC has debunked a rumour claiming Tinubu has plans to return FCT to Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has dispelled rumours about the party’s presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, moving the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from Abuja to Lagos if elected president in … Read more
An appeal court has affirmed Machina as the APC Senatorial candidate for Yobe North. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President of the Nigerian Senate, Dr Ahmad Ibrahim, has lost his re-election bid, as the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja, on Monday, affirmed Bashir Machina as the authentic candidate of the All Progressives Congress, … Read more
The FG says there is no more night trips on the Abuja-Kaduna rail line. Eko Hot Blog reports that the federal government has said there would be no night trips on the Abuja-Kaduna rail line when services resume shortly. EDITOR’S PICKS FG Fixes Date For Resumption Of Abuja-Kaduna Train Services Baby And Toddler Stabbed To … Read more
The FG has fixed a date for the resumption of the Abuja-Kaduna train services. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government of Nigeria has decided that train services will resume on the Abuja-Kaduna rail line on Monday, November 28, 2022. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu To Nigerians: Don’t Allow Visionless PDP Near Nigeria’s Commonwealth Again NIS … Read more
AEDC has announced that there will be a power outage in Abuja communities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has disclosed that there will be power interruption in some parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) starting from Friday, 25th to Saturday, 26th of November 2022. AEDC, in a public … Read more
Buhari has explained why he approved the redesign of some Naira notes. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has said he approved the redesign of the ₦200, ₦500 and ₦1000 banknotes to fortify them with new security measures against counterfeiting. EDITOR’S PICKS One Killed, Several Injured As Multiple Explosions Rock Jerusalem Buhari To … Read more
As part of efforts to fight the new virus, Rotavirus, the Lagos State Health has commenced immediate vaccination of children. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB) organised a forum to sensitize stakeholders on the introduction of Rotavirus vaccination. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu: A Facelift For Lekki Deep Sea Port … Read more
The EFCC will appeal the dismissal of an alleged grass-cutting fraud case against Babachir Lawal and his alleged accomplices. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to appeal a court ruling that discharged a former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. Babachir Lawal, in a fraud … Read more
Ghana has retracted an advisory asking Ghanaians to avoid non-essential travel to Abuja. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ghanaian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has retracted a travel advisory it issued to its citizens against travelling to Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. EDITOR’S PICKS Troops Neutralise Bandit Leader, Repel Attack In Kaduna Republicans Win … Read more