Tinubu 2027? APC Supporters Protest, Defend Ganduje Against Alleged Coup

APC Supporters Protest

Supporters of Nigeria’s ruling APC supporters protest over alleged party destabilization. Former commissioner accuses external forces of orchestrating the suspension of party chairman Allegations surface suggesting motives behind Ganduje’s suspension. EKO HOT BLOG reports that supporters of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) stormed the party’s Abuja secretariat on Monday. Led by Professor Salihu Alizaga, a … Read more

Gunmen Assassinate Gov Aiyedatiwa’s Campaign Coordinator

Ondo Candidates Aiyedatiwa Election

Eko Hot Blog reports that Gunmen have killed Alaba Abe, also known as Excel, one of the coordinators of the Lucky Aiyedatiwa Campaign Organisation Foot Soldiers Independent Council (LACO-FSIC) in Akoko South-West Local Government Area of Ondo State. LACO-FSIC in a statementby its State Information Director Kayode Fasua on Sunday said Excel was killed in … Read more

The Democratic Front (TDF) Criticizes PDP’s Advice To Tinubu On Governance, Economic Reawakening

The Democratic Front (TDF) criticized the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for offering advice to President Bola Tinubu. TDF rebuked PDP’s attempts to unite its fragmented structures instead of addressing its aftermath. They defended Tinubu’s economic policies against PDP’s doubts. Eko Hot Blog reports that The Democratic Front (TDF) has rebuked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) … Read more

Clean Sweep: APC Secures Landside Victory In Latest LG Poll

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State has emerged victorious in the local council elections conducted by the Gombe State Independent Electoral Commission (GOSIEC). The party secured all 11 chairmanship and 114 councillorship seats in the state The Chairman of the electoral commission, Saidu Shehu Awak, announced on Saturday … Read more

Oyo LG Poll: Hoodlums Launch Attack On OYSIEC Workers

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Eko Hot Blog reports that a group of suspected political thugs have reportedly attacked Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) officials as they transported election materials for the upcoming Saturday election. The incident occurred in Okeho, within the Kajola Local Government area of the state. The local government election is scheduled to take place on … Read more

Oyo Govt Declares Friday Half-Work Day For Civil Servants

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oyo state government has declared Friday as a half-work day for all civil and public servants in the state ahead of the LGAs election on Saturday. In a statement on Thursday, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, special adviser on media to Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo, said the declaration of the half-work … Read more

BREAKING: Akeredolu’s Former Deputy, Agboola Ajayi Wins Ondo PDP Guber Primary

Eko Hot Blog reports that a former Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Agboola Ajayi, has emerged as the winner of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primary. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, the deputy governor of Bayelsa, who chaired the electoral committee that supervised the primary poll, announced the results on Thursday in Akure, the state capital. Editor’s … Read more

Ondo Election: Mimiko Emerges ZLP Candidate

Eko Hot Blog reports that Abass Mimiko, the younger brother of former Governor Olusegun Mimiko, has been declared the gubernatorial candidate of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) for the upcoming November elections in Ondo State. The announcement came on Wednesday during the ZLP primary election held at the party’s secretariat in Akure. Party members unanimously … Read more

Edo APC Cautions Against Members Opposing New Entrants

The Edo State APC chapter urged its members not to oppose new entrants, amidst internal controversies. Former Speaker Kabiru Adjoto’s potential return faced objections from Ward 6 leaders in Akoko-Edo. The APC clarified its commitment to welcoming members from other parties. Eko Hot Blog reports that In preparation for the 2024 governorship election in Edo … Read more

Adeleke Acknowledges Remi Tinubu’s Role In Foiling Media Blackmail Attempt

Eko Hot Blog reports that Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has disclosed on Tuesday that the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, once saved him from media blackmail while he was in the Senate. The governor, during a reception organized for the First Lady, alongside other State Governors’ wives at Government House, Oke-Fia, Osogbo, … Read more

Bayelsa Governorship Election: Tribunal Takes New Stand On Diri, Sylva Case

The Bayelsa State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal deferred its decision on the 2023 election outcome. Timipre Sylva of the APC is contesting Duoye Diri’s victory, with the tribunal to deliver its judgment within 180 days. Diri’s counsel and the lawyers for INEC and the PDP advocated for the dismissal of the petition. Eko Hot Blog … Read more

Kano APC Denounces Ganduje’s Suspension, Expresses Full Support

The Kano State APC reaffirmed support for Abdullahi Ganduje, dismissing suspension reports as invalid. The party urged caution against spreading false information. They criticized the lack of political experience among those behind the suspension. Eko Hot Blog reports that The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) affirmed its steadfast support for Abdullahi … Read more

JUST IN: Despite Controversy, Aiyedatiwa Declared Winner Of Ondo APC Primary

Aiyedatiwa is declared as the winner of the Ondo APC primary. The declaration follows allegations of electoral irregularities. Some aspirants rejected the process as a “sham” and “daylight robbery”. Eko Hot Blog reports that Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has clinched the gubernatorial ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the November 16 election. … Read more

Ondo APC Gov Primary: Omogoroye Calls For Cancellation Of Primary Election Marred By Controversy

Folakemi Omogoroye, an APC gubernatorial aspirant in Ondo State, rejected the primary election. She urged the party’s national leadership and Bola Tinubu to intervene. Two other aspirants, Wale Akinterinwa and Chief Olusola Oke, also criticized the process, demanding its cancellation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Folakemi Omogoroye, an aspirant for the governorship of Ondo State … Read more

‘Presidency Not In Pursuit Of Ganduje’- APC Refutes Viral Video

The national leadership of APC rejected claims of presidential involvement in Abdullahi Ganduje’s removal. The national spokesperson affirmed Ganduje’s position as the party’s chairman, backed by the president. A Federal High Court intervened, halting Ganduje’s suspension by his ward executives. Eko Hot Blog reports that The national leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has … Read more

Kano Court Affirms Ganduje’s Suspension As APC National Chairman

Ganduje’s Suspension As APC

Kano Court Affirms Ganduje’s Suspension As APC National Chairman. Suspension stemmed from ex parte motion filed by Haladu Gwanjo and Laminu Sani. APC NWC petitions Inspector-General of Police to probe individuals behind Ganduje’s suspension, asserting they are not legitimate party officials. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Kano State High Court has upheld the suspension of … Read more

El-Rufai’s Ally Released By DSS After Alleged Harassment

El-Rufai's Ally Released

El-Rufai’s Ally Released By DSS After Alleged Harassment Aisha Galadima was Released after 24-hour interrogation, alleging DSS harassment. Arrest linked to critical Facebook post on Governor Uba Sani; Kaduna government denies involvement EKO HOT BLOG reports that Aisha Galadima, the ally of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, arrested by operatives of the Department of State … Read more

Benue APC Caucus Dismisses Reports Of Internal Divisions, Affirms Akume’s Leadership

Benue APC Caucus

Benue APC Caucus dismisses reports of internal divisions, affirming George Akume’s leadership. Statement clarifies amid rumors of rifts between Governor Hyacinth Alia and Senator Akume. Caucus labels claims of factions as baseless, urging unity under Akume’s leadership. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Benue State All Progressives Congress (APC) National Assembly Caucus has dismissed allegations of … Read more

JUST IN: PDP’s Senator Urhoghide Officially Joins APC

Senator Urhoghide

Senator Matthew Urhoghide officially joins APC in Benin City after leaving PDP. Urhoghide pledges support for APC’s growth and 2024 Edo governorship election candidates. Other PDP politicians and local government chairmen also join APC during the event. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Two-time Senator Matthew Urhoghide, formerly of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has officially joined … Read more

Ondo: Aiyedatiwa Clears Air On Academic Certificate Forgery Allegations

Aiyedatiwa Clears Air On

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa clears air on academic certificate forgery allegations. Becomes the first aspirant to be cleared by the APC screening committee for the upcoming gubernatorial election. Dispute arises among party aspirants in Ondo State amidst the governor’s clearance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in response to recent allegations of academic certificate forgery, … Read more