Tinubu Announces 72 Appointments for 12 River Basin Authorities [Full List]

Tinubu Permanent Secretaries

President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the executive management teams for 12 River Basin Development Authorities under the Ministry of Water Resources. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was announced in a statement by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday. The reconstitution, which involves 72 appointees, is … Read more

House Committee Visits Ibeju-Lekki Local Government

Ekohotblog reports that the House Committee on Local Government Administration, Chieftaincy, and Rural Development recently visited Ibeju-Lekki Local Government at the Secretariat in Igando Oloja.   During the meeting, the Committee Chairman, Hon. Sanni Okanlawon, praised the Chairman, Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, for his innovative ideas, particularly the Keke Jaja Garbage Collection Tricycle, the first … Read more

Gov. Makinde Announces Cabinet Changes In Oyo – Details

Gov. Makinde Cabinet Oyo

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has conducted a minor reshuffling of the state executive cabinet, reassigning commissioners to different ministries with immediate effect. Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has executed a minor reshuffling of the state executive cabinet. This was disclosed on Tuesday in a statement by the governor’s … Read more

Tinubu Hits The Stamp Of Approval On Olatunji Bello’s Appointment As FCCPC Executive Vice-Chairman

Tinubu Approves Olatunji Bello’s Appointment

President Tinubu has appointed Olatunji Bello as the new CEO and Executive Vice-Chairman of the FCCPC, subject to Senate confirmation. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Olatunji Bello as the new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice-Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), pending … Read more

Didn’t Believe I’d Last A Year In Office – Fubara

A Year In Office - Fubara

Didn’t Believe I’d Last A Year In Office – Fubara. He revealed facing challenges aimed at frustrating his administration but pledged not to betray the trust of the people. Fubara promised improved governance in the coming years under his watch. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, expressed disbelief at his one-year tenure during … Read more

Columbia University Faces Backlash Over Police Response to Protest

Columbia University president criticized for police handling of pro-Palestinian protest.  Faculty panel condemns administration’s actions, citing concerns about academic freedom.  Similar protests erupt nationwide, prompting arrests and international attention. Eko hot blog reports that Columbia University’s president, Nemat Minouche Shafik, is under fire as a faculty panel criticizes her administration’s handling of a pro-Palestinian protest … Read more

‘I Stand With You’ – Buhari Reaffirms Commitment To Tinubu In Birthday Phone Call

Buhari reaffirms commitment to Tinubu’s administration in phone call. Garba Shehu relays Buhari’s dedication and birthday wishes. Buhari commends Tinubu’s leadership and prays for his health in official statement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former President Muhammadu Buhari reiterated his dedication to the success of President Bola Tinubu’s administration in a telephone conversation on Friday. Garba … Read more

Kidnapping Crisis: The Need For Urgent Action By FCTA In Abuja

Kidnapping

Eko hot blog reports that In a bid to address the alarming surge in kidnappings plaguing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the FCT administration has launched a series of visits to the most affected communities, seeking to understand the root causes and devise effective solutions for kidnapping. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, … Read more

Support Tinubu’s Government For National Development – Deputy Speaker Kalu Urges Nigerians

– Deputy Speaker Kalu urges citizens to support President Tinubu’s administration. – He Emphasizes importance of unity and backing government policies for national development. – He also Highlights need for solidarity and collaboration to address challenges effectively. Eko hot blog reports that Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu is urging fellow citizens, particularly those from the South … Read more

US-South Korea Defense Talks On Track, But No Hard Deadline”

Eko hot blog reports that Negotiations between the United States and South Korea regarding the cost-sharing for American troops stationed in South Korea are progressing smoothly, according to a senior Biden administration official. While the talks are ahead of schedule, there isn’t necessarily a strict deadline looming before the November U.S. election. Editor’s Picks: BREAKING: … Read more

Gumi Calls On Tinubu To Learn From Past Mistakes – Dialogue Urged With Bandits

  Eko hot blog reports that In a bid to address the alarming rate of abductions by bandits, Kaduna-based cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has urged the government to embrace dialogue rather than following the path of previous administrations. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of Block In Nigeria … Read more

Laolu Akande Describes Printing Of N22.7trn Under Buhari Economic Calamity

Eko Hot Blog reports that Laolu Akande, a former aide to ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, emphasized the need to hold accountable those responsible for printing money during the tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Editor’s Pick Tinubu Govt Set To Announce New Minimum Wage ‘Fake News’ — FAAN Denies Fire Incident At Lagos Airport Lawmaker … Read more

Buhari Sold Nigeria’s Future, Says Mutfwang

Eko Hot Blog reports that Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang expressed concern on Monday about the economic challenges confronting Nigerians, attributing the situation to the previous administration led by former President Muhammadu Buhari. Editor’s Pick Reps Urge Arrest Of Binance Executives For Alleged Financial Crimes Mr Ibu’s Body Departs Lagos For Hometown Burial (Video) Why … Read more

‘Prioritise Nigerians’ Security’ – Lawmakers To Tinubu

Constitution

EKO HOT BLOG reports that opposition lawmakers in the House of Representatives have called on President Bola Tinubu to prioritise the security of lives and property better than what the administration of Muhammadu Buhari did in eight years. Under the immediate past administration, insurgency, kidnapping and all manner of criminality reached an all-time high, prompting the … Read more

Nigerians Will Soon Reap Rewards Of Decisions Taken By My Administration – Tinubu

Tinubu

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made a firm commitment to the Nigerian populace, promising that the nation will soon reap the rewards of the “tough but necessary decisions” taken by his administration. This assurance came during a meeting on Tuesday at the State House with the South-South Monarchs Forum, led by … Read more

Soyinka Speaks After Meeting Tinubu, Presents Seven-point Agenda

Soyinka

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nobel Laureate, Prof.Wole Soyinka, has said he would keep his comments about President Bola Tinubu’s administration till next year. Soyinka said he would reserve all his observations about President Bola Tinubu’s administration until one year into his tenure in May 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS Don’t Hand Over PH Refinery To Cabal, … Read more

‘Why I Decided To Work Under Tinubu’s Administration’ – Wike

Wike

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has revealed why is working under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Wike noted that if Tinubu’s Renewed Hope is not working, he would not join his cabinet. EDITOR’S PICKS Obi Supporters In Diaspora Reject Judgement, Back Supreme Court Move Ondo Governor … Read more

El-Rufai Allegedly Steps Back From Tinubu’s Ministerial Appointment (Details)

El-Rufai

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has reportedly withdrawn his interest in President Bola Tinubu’s ministerial appointment. This online media platform learnt that El-Rufai lost interest in serving in President Tinubu’s cabinet after a meeting at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints Special Investigator To … Read more

Tinubu’s Administration Pledges Free Press, Transparency

Tinubu's Administration

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Official Spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, has emphasized the administration’s dedication to a free press. Ngelale who spoke with reporters on Tuesday, stated that the primary objective of Tinubu’s administration is to foster transparency, ensure public office holders’ accountability, and make the presidency more accessible to the public. … Read more

JUST IN: My Administration Will Provide Security For All – Tinubu Assures Nigerians

Tinubu

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reassured his administration will focus on providing adequate security for Nigerians in every part of the country. This online media platform reports that the president stated this while speaking at the graduation of Course 45 of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, Kaduna State. … Read more