Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Africa to break free from the grip of drug barons and illicit drug syndicates. EDITOR’S PICKS Presidency Misleads Nigerians For Third Time In Less Than Two Weeks VIDEO: Nigeria Committed To Universal Health Coverage, Tunji Alausa Tells World Leaders At UNGA 78 UNGA 78: Tunji … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for greater commitment from developed countries and private organizations to the development of Africa. The President made this call while addressing World Leaders on Tuesday, at the ongoing United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) taking place in New York, United States. Editors Pick Organised Labour Raises … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has called on world leaders and United Nations (UN) member states to show, with their actions, that they mean what they say concerning the crackdown on terror financing, economic sabotage, and illicit mineral & arms smuggling in the developing world. According to a statement by the president’s … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday said bad governance is at the root of the recent coup d’etat sweeping through some African countries. According to Obasanjo the practice of democracy without integrity bad governance, nepotism, and favouritism amidst sit-tight syndrome are fuelling the coup d’etat in Africa. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has disclosed plans to make Aba the Japan of Africa in technological developments and ease of business. Otti made this known during a courtesy visit of the Yoruba community in Abia State to the Government House in Umuahia. Editors Pick BREAKING: President Tinubu Nominates … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, former vice president, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa and Rwanda President, Paul Kagame on Friday were named peace icons in Africa by an international peace-based organisation, Peace Ambassador Agency Worldwide. Others on the list include Kenyan President, William Ruto, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States’ (ECOWAS), President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria, is presiding over an Extraordinary Summit of the regional body on the political situation in Niger Republic. The summit, which is holding at the Presidential … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) has asked the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to invade Niger Republic and remove the military junta in the nation. Recall that President Mohamed Bazoum was detained and ousted by the military junta, and in response, ECOWAS resolved to use all … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government, in collaboration with its Development Partners, on Saturday, commenced the implementation of another round of house-to-house Polio Outbreak Response across 57 Local Government Areas/Local Council Development Areas of the state. A statement signed by Dr. Ibrahim A. Mustafa, Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Primary Health Care Board … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu on Sunday in Nairobi, Kenya reaffirmed Africa’s unity and strength, while strongly rejecting the notion of a new scramble for Africa. The President warned that past plundering and exploitation of the continent should remain in the past and never be repeated. Speaking at the Fifth Mid-Year Coordination … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Davido is unarguably one of the most successful music stars in Africa, having made his marks on the world stage, releasing numerous hits and clinching several awards. But aside music, another thing that amplifies Davido’s popularity is his escapades with women. Davido and women are inseparable. And the recent … Read more
Bill Gates will visit Niger and Nigeria this week to discuss global health and development with leaders, partners, scientists, and innovators. The visit is part of the foundation’s commitment to supporting innovation and progress in Africa. Gates and other foundation leaders will focus on addressing health threats, agricultural innovations, financial services, and promoting equitable opportunities. … Read more
Prophet Wale Ojo-David asserts that the emergence of Tinubu as the President-elect is a divine appointment. He urges Nigerians to accept Tinubu’s mandate and emphasizes the need for unity and prayerful support. Ojo-David also calls on clerics to seek guidance from the Holy Spirit before making public pronouncements to avoid escalating tensions. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The list was compiled the Standard Bank Group and Africa.com, a women-led digital media company. The award organisers released the latest list on Wednesday, April 19. They said it is based on data-driven research. Eko Hot Blog reports that Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Managing Director/CEO, Fidelity Bank Plc, and Miriam Chidiebele Olusanya, Managing Director, Guaranty Trust Holding … Read more
This is following concerns that countries including Ghana and Zambia are struggling to repay their debts to Beijing Beijing has become one of the biggest sources for loans to developing economies in recent years Increases in interest rates in the US and other major economies over the last year are making loan repayments difficult Eko … Read more
Only Africans can solve their own problems, not the world, Director of Maritime HQ at U.S Naval Forces Europe-Africa, Rear Admiral Patrick expresses. In a press briefing at the Department of State’s Africa Regional Media Hub, the Rear Admiral revealed his thoughts regarding the region’s insurgency problems in West Africa. America remains committed to the … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari is in Lagos on a two-day working visit. The president inaugurated the Lagos Rice Mill in Imota, Lagos, which will reportedly create nearly 250,000 jobs. The president commended Governor Sanwo-Olu for his efforts in driving the growth of the agriculture sector. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday commended … Read more
Buhari is seeking financial and technical assistance from the United States. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has called for “considerable financial and technical support” from the United States (US) to achieve Nigeria’s energy transition goals. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Promises Development Of Lagos Creative Arts Industry Yuletide: Sanwo-Olu Charges Security Agents To Ensure … Read more
Ekiti diaspora has signed an MOA with Vietnamese partners for a cattle ranch in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that a group of Ekiti indigenes in the Diaspora under a CAC-registered EkitiKete Livestock Development Company Limited, a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) that was formed to drive the cattle ranch initiative, recently signed a Memorandum … Read more
Nearly 200 countries have agreed on a historic fund to help poor countries deal with climate disasters. Eko Hot Blog reports that delegates from nearly 200 countries at the COP27 climate summit have agreed to establish a “loss and damage” fund aimed at helping vulnerable countries cope with climate disasters. EDITOR’S PICKS Buhari Cries Out … Read more