UPDATED: Presidential Election Tribunal Upholds Tinubu’s Victory

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal, on Wednesday, upheld the election of President Bola Tinubu as the winner of the February 25 presidential election. This development followed petitions filed by the Peoples Democratic Party and its presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar; the Labour Party and its candidate, Peter Obi, challenging the victory … Read more

BREAKING: Tribunal Sacks LP House Of Rep Member, Declares APC’s Onyejeocha As Winner

Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Assembly Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Umuahia the Abia State Capital has nullified the election of Hon Amobi Ogah of the Labour Party,representing Isiukwuato Umunneochi Federal Constituency on grounds of non compliance to the electoral Act. It would be recalled that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had … Read more

Tribunal Begins Judgement On Atiku, PDP Petition Against Tinubu

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal sitting in Abuja is set to deliver judgment on the petition submitted by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Atiku Abubakar, its presidential candidate in the February 25, 2023 elections. One of the five justices, Moses Ugo, is currently reading the issues for determination in the … Read more

JUST IN: Tribunal Dismisses Peter Obi, LP’s Petition On Electronic Transmission Of Results

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Presidential Election Petition Court has said that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was at liberty to transmit election results however it wanted, and not only electronically. On the mode of transmission of election results, the tribunal said INEC is at liberty to define the mode it intends to … Read more

BREAKING: Tribunal Declares Natasha Akpoti Winner Of Kogi Central Senatorial Election

Eko Hot Blog reports that the senatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has been declared winner of the Kogi East Senatorial election held on February 25, 2023. The election petition tribunal sitting in Lokoja issued the declaration on Wednesday. The tribunal Chairman, Justice K.A. Orjiakoin, in his ruling on Wednesday, said … Read more

TRIBUNAL: Justices Arrive At Court In Abuja

Eko Hot Blog Reports the arrival of Justices of the Election Presidential Tribunal arrived at the court in Abuja. Editor’s Pick PEPT: Labour Party Sends Message To Tribunal Judges Ahead Of Ruling G-20 Summit: Tinubu Secures Billion-Dollar Auto Manufacturing Investment In First Meeting [Details] NNPP: Court Overrules Kwankwanso’s Suspension The Justices who are Justice Haruna … Read more

JUST IN: Judges Arrive Presidential Election Tribunal

Eko Hot Blog reports that the judges of the Appeal Court have arrives at the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal to deliver their judgement. The arrival of the four judges signals the start of proceedings ahead of the ruling. The tribunal is set to rule on the Petition challenging the declaration of Bola Tinubu as the … Read more

JUST IN: APC Governors Storm Presidential Tribunal Ahead Of Ruling (Photos)

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that some governors of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Hope Uzodinma of Imo State and Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, on Wednesday arrived at the Presidential Election Petitions Court in company with Vice President, Kashim Shettima. Several APC bigwigs, including the party’s National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, are also in court. EDITOR’S … Read more

APC Leaders Shared N2bn Kogi Palliative Fund – PDP Claims

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of sharing and squandering the N2 billion Kogi State Palliative Fund meant for the well-being of the people of the State. The party also describes the assertion by the APC that there is no vacancy in … Read more

NNPP: Court Overrules Kwankwanso’s Suspension

Eko Hot Blog reports that the court has overruled the suspension of the New Nigeria People’s Party 2023 presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Kwankwanso. Editor’s Pick ‘Tomorrow’s Tribunal Ruling Won’t Stop Nationwide Strike’ – NLC JUST IN: Why We Protested Against Subsidy Removal In 2012 – Fayemi Reveals Land Use Charge Default: Oyo Govt Seals Commercial … Read more

APC Youths Protest, Demand Action From Tinubu Regarding Wike’s Appointment

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that some members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, on Monday, held a protest in Port Harcourt, demanding an end to President Bola Tinubu‘s alleged marginalisation of the state chapter in his appointment. This online media platform gathered that the protest was held under the aegis of the … Read more

Election Petitions: Tribunals Decide Presidential And Governorship Cases September

Eko Hot Blog reports that anxiety looms as President Bola Tinubu and 25 state governors anticipate the outcomes of the tribunals handling petitions for presidential, gubernatorial, National Assembly, and state assembly elections. The panels are expected to deliver their judgments this month. Out of the 28 states where the governorship elections were held, the results … Read more

Bayelsa Guber: Sylva, Lyon, Lokpobiri Reunited As Ganduje Brokers Peace In APC

Eko Hot Blog reports that ahead of the November 11 governorship election in Bayelsa State, the National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress(APC), Abdullahi Ganduje has brokered peace among top chieftains of the party in the state. According to The Sun, the peace meeting believed to have been facilitated by the state chairman; Dr Dennis … Read more

It’s A Scam’ – APC, Labour Party Protest Edo Council Polls

Eko Hot Blog reports that aggrieved members of some opposition parties in Edo State have protested to express dissatisfaction over Saturday’s local government elections. The Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC) experienced some setbacks which cast shadow on the credibility of the election. It was gathered that voting could not commence as scheduled due to … Read more

APC To Establish Institute Of Progressive Study, Open Functional Offices In 8,813 Wards

Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdulahi Ganduje, has said that the party would establish a National Institute of Progressive Study He added that the party would also establish functional offices in all 8,813 wards across the country to bring symbolic representation of the party closer … Read more

APC Cracks Down On Aregbesola’s Loyalists, Suspends Ex-SSG Adeoti, Najeem Salam, Others

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Osun State All Progressives Congress (APC), on Thursday night, announced the suspension of former Secretary to the State Government, Moshood Adeoti, former Speaker, Najeem Salam, and 24 other loyalists of the state’s former governor, Rauf Aregbesola. Among those suspended was Adelani Baderinwa, a spokesperson for a former Osun State … Read more

We Handed Over $550 Billion Economy To APC – PDP Accuses APC Of Defrauding Nigerians

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has stated that its government left over $550 billion worth of economy to the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC, in 2015. PDP in a statement issued on Thursday to celebrate its 25th anniversary on its official X, accused the APC-led administration of mortgaging the future … Read more

A Beginner’s Guide To Understanding Nigerian Politics

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By Bayo Osiyemi Nigerian politics, a dynamic and intricate landscape, holds immense significance both within the nation and globally. For beginners, delving into this realm is like stepping into a maze of complexities, players, and issues. But fear not! This comprehensive guide aims to demystify Nigerian politics, offering insights into its historical context, government structure, … Read more