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Inside Senate’s Refusal to Reinstate Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan After Serving Suspension

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The decision by the National Assembly to bar Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from resuming her legislative duties has raised questions about parliamentary discipline, judicial authority, and the balance between internal legislative autonomy and the constitutional right of representation. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, was suspended by the Senate on March 6 following what was described as … Read more

Senate to Fully Participate in Joseph Wayas’ Burial – Akpabio

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Nigeria’s Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has confirmed that the 10th Senate will be actively involved in the burial of former Senate President, Dr. Joseph Wayas. Akpabio made this statement during a courtesy visit by a Cross River State delegation, led by former Justice Minister Chief Kanu Agabi, who came to formally invite the Senate to … Read more

Senate Announces Date for Screening, Confirmation of Tinubu’s Ministers

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The Nigerian Senate is set to begin screening seven individuals nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for ministerial positions next Tuesday. EO HOT BLOG reports that the ministerial nominees for Senate consideration and approval include Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda (Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction), Muhammadu Dingyadi (Labour & Employment), Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu (State Foreign Affairs), and Dr. … Read more

Ondo Election Results Will Be Like Edo’s – Akpabio

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Akpabio Shared Dollars To Secure Senators’ Support

Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will secure victory in the upcoming Ondo governorship election, just as it did in the recently concluded Edo governorship election. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ondo governorship election is scheduled for November. Speaking on Sunday evening in Benin, after the Independent … Read more

We Will Enforce S’Court Verdict on LG Autonomy – Akpabio

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Nationwide Protest: Akpabio Passes Message to Youths

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has announced that the national assembly will enforce the Supreme Court’s verdict granting financial autonomy to local government areas (LGAs). Eko Hot Blog reports that the apex court ruled that the federal government should directly pay allocations to local government councils from the federation account and that it could withhold allocations … Read more

Edo Gubernatorial: Akpabio Keeps Hope Alive For APC

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Edo Gubernatorial: Akpabio Expresses Optimism for APC

Eko Hot Blog reports that Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has expressed optimism that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will defeat the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the upcoming Edo State Governorship election. Edo State is currently governed by Governor Godwin Obaseki, who aims to hand over to his party’s candidate, Asue Ighodalo. The APC’s … Read more

‘No Retreat; No Surrender’ — NLC Vows After Meeting NASS Leaders

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared that its strike action will go on as planned. The union made the declaration after it met governors and National Assembly leaders on Sunday alongside the Trade Union Congress (TUC). EDITOR’S PICKS Win-Win Scenarios: How Nigerians Are The Biggest Beneficiaries Of Atiku And … Read more

“It’s A Family Matter” – Akpabio Speaks On Return Of Senator Ningi Amidst Suspension

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Senate under the leadership of senator Godswill Akpabio is set to review the three-month suspension handed to Bauchi Central Senator, Abdul Ningi, over his allegation of a N3.7 trillion padding of the 2024 budget. Senate President Godswill Akpabio who gave the update on Friday, said Ningi’s suspension would … Read more

Godswill Akpabio, Kalu Participate In IPU Meeting In Geneva

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Godswill Akpabio along with Benjamin Kalu, attended the 148th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Geneva, Switzerland. Akpabio and his delegations were welcomed by Nigeria’s Ambassador to Switzerland and the South African Ambassador. He was nominated to the Preparatory Committee for the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament of the IPU. Eko Hot … Read more

2024 Budget: List Of Senators Who Were Allocated More Than N200 Million

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2024 budget

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the claim made by the currently suspended Bauchi Central Senator, Abdul Ningi, alleging the inclusion of N3.7 Billion in the 2024 budget has raised concerns regarding the budget’s integrity and the allocation of funds for lawmakers’ constituency projects. During a Senate plenary session last Tuesday, this allegation prompted discussions among senators. … Read more

APC, PDP Clash Over Fubara, Akpabio’s Remarks At Wigwe’s Funeral

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The All Progressives Congress(APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, on Tuesday engaged in a verbal exchange regarding the political banter between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The exchange occurred last Saturday at the funeral of the late Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe. Editor’s Pick  Tinubu … Read more

VIDEO: Senator Accuses ‘Some Senior Senators’ Of Getting ₦500m Each From 2024 Budget

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Senators N500 million

Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, has accused “some so-called senior senators” in the national assembly of getting N500 million each from the 2024 budget. He made the allegation on Tuesday during plenary in defence of Senator Abdul Ningi who had been under fire for allegedly … Read more

BREAKING: Emefiele Sues Akpabio For N25 Billion Over Defamatory Statement

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BREAKING: Court Orders Final Forfeiture Of Emefiele’s $2 Million, Properties Over Ownership Dispute

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has demanded N25 billion in damages against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, citing defamatory statements made by the latter. In a claim that has stirred significant public interest, Emefiele’s legal action comes in response to Akpabio’s critical remarks, which attributed … Read more

‘Don’t Come Back’ – South Africans Threaten Super Eagles Goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali [Video]

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Eko Hot Blog reports that some South African football fans have threatened Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, not to return to his club following his heroics against the country as the Nigerian team progressed to the AFCON 2023 final at the expense of the Bafana Bafana team. It was gathered that some South Africans are … Read more

CBN, Ministers Address Cost Of Living Crisis, Pledge Solutions For Nigerians

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, along with the Minister of Budget and National Planning, Atiku Bagudu, has reassured Nigerians that the current surge in living expenses is being tackled. The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, and the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Zacch … Read more

Injury Concerns: Osimhen May Miss AFCON Semi Final Clash Against South Africa

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Eko Hot Blog reports that there are concerns about the availability of striker, Victor Osimhen for the Super Eagles’ Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash against South Africa. According to a statement by the team on Monday, the Napoli striker is suffering from abdominal discomfort and has not traveled with the team to Bouaké, the … Read more

National Assembly: Akpabio, Abbas Dragged To Court Over Budget Increase

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Budget Increase

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and 20 concerned Nigerians have filed a lawsuit against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas “for unilaterally and arbitrarily increasing the allocation for lawmakers from N197bn to N344bn, their highest since the return of democracy in … Read more

We Will Resolve Issues In Akwa Ibom APC, Akpabio Declares

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress, Akwa Ibom State chapter, says plans are underway to set up a reconciliation committee to address differences in the party. The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, who disclosed this while addressing Uyo stakeholders meeting held at Kara Event Centre, said he had directed the Chairman APC, … Read more

Tinubu, Akpabio, Ariwoola, Others Present At Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration (Photos)

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Remembrance day

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Monday, led other dignitaries to attend the Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration (AFRDC). This online media platform gathered that the historic celebration is taking place at the National Arcade, Eagle Square, Abuja, to honour the nation’s fallen and living heroes. EDITOR’S PICKS AFCON: Seko Fofana Scores … Read more

Unity Of Nigeria In Your Hands – Akpabio Tells Military

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has told the military that the unity and sustenance of Nigeria depends on the military. He also added that the President Bola Tinubu-led government is focused on ensuring that Nigeria remains an inseparable and indivisible entity. EDITOR’S PICKS AFCON: Seko Fofana Scores First Goal As Ivory … Read more

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