The year 2024 was a pivotal one for the Nigerian Senate under the leadership of Godswill Akpabio. Several key events marked the period and shaped both the legislative direction and public perception of the institution. Eko Hot Blog reports that these events not only impacted national policy but also provided a deeper insight into the … Read more
An erstwhile Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara has chided the lawmaker representing the Borno South Senatorial district, Senator Ali Ndume over the latter’s consistent criticism of the President Bola Tinubu’s government. Dogara stated thus on Monday at Channels TV’s Town Hall meeting on the controversial Tax Reform Bills introduced by the executive. … Read more
The lawmaker, representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Kalu, has faulted the federal government for failing to involve key stakeholders in the ongoing discussions over the proposed tax reform bills. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that in October, President Bola Tinubu asked the national assembly to consider and pass four tax reform bills. The legislations are … Read more
Ali Ndume, the lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial District, has threatened to leave the All Progressives Congress (APC) if the party’s leadership permits it. Speaking on Channels Television on Thursday, Ndume revealed that he had considered leaving the ruling party earlier but stayed due to his close relationship with President Bola Tinubu. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: … Read more
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has identified poor timing as a key factor contributing to opposition against the proposed tax reform bills. Speaking on the floor of the Senate on Thursday, Ndume acknowledged that while the bill could have good potential, introducing it at this time would be problematic due to the current public … Read more
The representing Borno South at the senate, Ali Ndume, has frowned at the rush passage of the tax reform bills, saying that the hurry by the Presidency and some lawmakers to pass the bills looks suspicious. The tax reform bills which passed for second reading at the Senate on Thursday have triggered controversies since it … Read more
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has urged the Senate to allow Uchenna Ubah, the widow of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, to succeed him as the representative of Anambra South Senatorial District. Ndume made this appeal during a valedictory session held on Tuesday to honor the late senator, emphasizing the importance of preserving Ubah’s … Read more
The Senator representing Borno South, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has urged the newly appointed Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications Daniel Bwala to seek forgiveness from Vice President Kashim Shettima. Ndume said Shettima’s emergence as Tinubu’s running mate made him leave the All Progressives Congress, APC, because he is a Muslim. … Read more
The Senator representing Borno South Senatorial District, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to sack more ministers who are underperforming to fastrack the implementation of his “Renewed Hope” agenda for the country. Ndume, in a statement on Saturday in Abuja, described the rejigging of the federal cabinet, and the establishment of the … Read more
The Senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume has urged President Bola Tinubu to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians by intervening in the escalating costs of food and energy. He raised concerns about “fifth columnists” collaborating with saboteurs who are working to undermine the legacy the Tinubu administration aims to build for the nation. In … Read more
The Senator representing Borno South Senatorial District, Ali Ndume says about eleven farmers have been killed by Boko Haram terrorists in border communities around the Mandara Mountains in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State within the past seven days. Ndume, who said this in his Maiduguri residence on Wednesday, also said at least fifteen … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has rejected the harmonized bill seeking to extend the retirement age of National Assembly staff by an additional five years. The bill proposed increasing the retirement age from 60 to 65 years, or from 35 to 40 years of service. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele Gold Laid to Rest in Lagos (PHOTOS) … Read more
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has initiated discussions with the Senate leadership to reinstate Senator Ali Ndume as the Chief Whip, just a month after his removal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, was relieved of his position following his repeated public criticisms of President Bola Tinubu and the … Read more
The immediate past Chief Whip of the Senate, Ali Ndume, publicly apologized on Tuesday to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for embarrassing President Bola Tinubu during a live television program. EKO HOT BLOG reports that This apology came a month after Ndume was removed from his position as Senate Chief Whip following an interview … Read more
Ndume, Criticism And The Price of Hypocrisy Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume is no doubt a vocal lawmaker right from his days as a member of House of Representatives. Since 2003 that he was first elected as a lawmaker to the National Assembly, Ndume has displayed eloquence and occupied various leadership positions. For 21 years, Ndume … Read more
Ali Ndume commends President Tinubu for securing financial autonomy for Local Governments through a Supreme Court ruling, enhancing grassroots governance. Eko Hot Blog reports that Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume has commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration for securing financial autonomy for Local Governments, marking it as the president’s most significant achievement since his inauguration in … Read more
Ndume Claims Politicians’ Corruption is “People-Driven” Advocates Death Penalty for Stealing Over One Trillion Naira Supports Capital Punishment for Drug Dealers as Deterrent Eko Hot Blog reports that in a controversial statement, the Chief Whip of the Senate, Ali Ndume, has defended corruption among politicians, claiming it is “people-driven” and should not result in severe … Read more
Audio Issues Plague Renovated Chamber Lack of Electronic Voting Devices Criticized Seating Arrangement Draws Ire from Senators Eko Hot Blog reports that, raising concerns about the recently renovated Senate Chamber, Senator Ali Ndume voiced his dissatisfaction with the quality of work. Moreover, the Senate Chief Whip highlighted the absence of electronic voting devices, a crucial … Read more
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
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the senator representing Borno South Senatorial District, Ali Ndume, has said the menace of Boko Haram in the North East is lesser than the banditry, kidnapping, IPOB and cultism happening in other zones across the country. The lawmaker stated this on Wednesday while shedding light on his earlier motion on … Read more