[BREAKING] Legal Setback: Peter Obi’s Petition Adjourned As Key Staff Fall Ill

Tribunal petition

Peter Obi’s petition challenging the outcome of the presidential election has been adjourned. Obi’s legal team cited the unexpected development as the reason for their inability to present vital documents supporting their claim of election rigging. The court has granted the adjournment while Obi’s team assures their presence and determination to proceed with the case. … Read more

APC Women Leader Confident Tinubu will Implement 35% Afirmative Action

She affirms that the present government will support women Also recalls Tinubu’s promise to women during campaign Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress(APC),  Dr Betty Edu, says she is confident that women will enjoy 35 per cent affirmative action under President Bola Tinubu. Edu, who made this … Read more

PEPC: Atiku, PDP Tender Documents In Defence Of Petition

Atiku's Lawyer Reacts To Dismissal Of Court Request

Eko Hot Blog reports that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), Mr Atiku Abubalar, opened their case at the  Presidential Election Petition Court, (PEPC) by tendering documents to support their petition. EDITOR’S PICKS From Interim Gov To Arrest: Hit And Miss Prophecies On Tinubu’s Inauguration Tenure Over: Buhari Leaves Abuja, Heads For … Read more

Inauguration: ‘Transformational Leadership Beckons’ — Oladunjoye Congratulates Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu

Lagos East APC Vice-Chairman, Barrister Olayinka Oladunjoye

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos East Vice-Chairman of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Barrister Olayinka Oladunjoye, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on their inauguration. The duo were sworn in on Monday, May 29, 2023. While Tinubu was sworn in as the 16th president of Nigeria at … Read more

President-elect Tinubu Arrives Eagle Square For His Inauguration (PHOTOS)

President-elect Bola Tinubu arriving the Eagle Square for his inauguration in company of the SGF Boss Mustapha (Photo: Channels TV)

Eko Hot Blog reports that President-elect Bola Tinubu has arrived the Eagle Square, the venue of his inauguration as the 16th president of Nigeria. Tinubu, who arrived the venue around 9:45am, five minutes ahead of schedule, was spotted wearing a white attire and a green cap designed with his signature style. Earlier, Vice President-elect Kashim … Read more

May 29: Labour Party Speaks On Inauguration Says ‘Nigerians Deserves Better’

Removing Subsidy Tinubu

The Labour Party chairman Barr. Julius Abure, has criticized the current leadership in Nigeria, stating that the country deserves better. The party has taken the matter to the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, seeking justice for the disputed 2023 Presidential Election. The Labour Party aims to provide a government that can effectively manage the country, address … Read more

PHOTOS: See How Eagle Square, Venue Of Tinubu’s Inauguration Currently Looks

The Eagle Square on Monday morning ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Bola Tinubu

The Eagle Square, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria, is set to host the inauguration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the 16th President of Nigeria. Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima will also take his oath of office at the same venue. EDITOR’S PICKS   ‘I Stand Ready To Dedicate My Entire Being To Serving You’ — Tinubu Promises … Read more

‘Nigeria’s Youths Deserve To Be Prioritised’ – APC Youth Leader Tells Tinubu

APC Youth

The National Youths leader of the APC, has called on the incoming administration to prioritize youth development.  He urged the government to create an enabling environment for the youths to excel. Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, advised the incoming administration to create job opportunities for youths to reduce social unrest. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

N819bn Supplementary Budget: Senate Grants Extension To Implementation Period

10th NASS

The Senate has passed a bill to amend the 2022 Supplementary Appropriation Act, extending the implementation period for N819bn The bill was passed during an emergency plenary session, following the House of Representatives’ earlier approval. The extension aims to allow for the full utilization of capital releases and the completion of critical infrastructure projects. EKO … Read more

Smart Adeyemi Alleges Naira Redesign Was Plot To Frustrate Tinubu’s Presidential Ambition

naira redesign

Smart Adeyemi has urged Bola Tinubu to investigate the naira redesign policy that caused Nigerians to suffer. He alleged that the redesign was a calculated attempt to frustrate Tinubu’s presidential ambition. Despite this, he believes that a new Nigeria will emerge when Tinubu’s presidency begins on May 29th. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Smart Adeyemi, … Read more

Supreme Court Delivers Verdict On PDP’s Suit Against Tinubu, Shettima Over ‘Double Nomination’

Vice President Kashim Shettima and President Bola Tinubu

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Supreme Court has delivered judgement in the suit seeking the disqualification of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as presidential and vice-presidential candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had claimed that Shettima’s nomination as Tinubu’s running mate was in breach of the provisions of sections … Read more

Ortom: PDP Exit Looms As Governorship Tenure Nears End

  • Ortom has opened up about the possibility of dumping the PDP for APC after his tenure as Governor.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State has firmly quashed the possibility of defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC) after his tenure concludes.

However, Ortom expressed his commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and declared his determination to support and contribute to the presidency of Bola Tinubu as the elected leader.

Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Wednesday, the governor said he would continue to ensure equity and justice in Nigeria.

Ortom said he worked for the emergence of a southern presidency because he wanted equity and justice.

According to him: “That is not on my table, I’m in PDP, and I worked for the Southern presidency, which Tinubu and Obi were part of. Defecting is not on my table now.
“If Tinubu is sworn in, I will continue to pray and support him to succeed.

“I remain the leader of PDP in Benue State but will continue to work for equity and justice in Nigeria.”

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10th NASS: ‘Accept APC, Tinubu’s Decision’, Wike Tells Aggrieved Aspirants

Wike begs aggrieved aspirants

  Wike has advised the National Assembly aspirants to accept APC and Tinubu’s decision to enable efficient governance. He also calls for Nigerians with the capacity to help deliver progress to be given leadership positions. The governor cites the negative impact of a lack of cooperation between legislative and executive branches on the performance of … Read more

Osun: Au Revoir, IleriOluwa; Et Tu, TOP? (Opinion)

Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of Gboyega Oyetola In Osun Guber-Polls

By abiodun KOMOLAFE There is an unraveling mystery about the Nigerian press. The custodian of this value is clearly misunderstood and misused in opportunities. EDITOR’S PICKS Call For mercy: Omokri Urges Buhari To Intervene In Ekweremadu’s Case NEDC: Buhari Urges Senate to Confirm 12 Nominees for Governing Board All Nigerians Stranded In Sudan Are Now … Read more

Tinubu Schedules Meeting with APC NWC and NASS Leadership Aspirants

President Tinubu Enacts Judicial Retirement Bill To Law

Tinubu schedules meeting with members of the APC National Working Committee and aspirants vying for leadership in the 10th NASS. This comes amidst reports of some aspirants rejecting the zoning formula. The APC NWC had previously announced its selection of Godswill Akpabio (Akwa-Ibom/South-South) for the position of Senate President. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President-elect … Read more

APC Deputy Publicity Secretary Defects From Party Ahead Of Kogi Guber Election

Ahead of Kogi gubernatorial election, the Deputy Publicity Secretary of the APC has defected from the party. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Murtala Yakubu Ajaka, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary and a member of the National Working Committee of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has departed from the party and tendered his resignation. According … Read more

JUST IN: Again, Court Adjourns Atiku’s Petition Challenging Tinubu’s Victory

The PEPC has again adjourned Atiku’s petition challenging Tinubu’s victory. The hearing has been rescheduled to Friday. Justice Haruna Tsammani adjourned the case in order to hear more pre-hearing testimony on the petition. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential Election Petition Court, PEPC, sitting in Abuja has further adjourned the petition of the candidate … Read more

Confusion In Enemy Camp — Festus Keyamo Mocks Tinubu’s Rivals

Opposition Parties Battle Over President Tinubu's Assets

  EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a surprising statement, Festus Keyamo, the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, has alleged that a state of confusion has arisen among those planning to disrupt the upcoming swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Bola Tinubu. Keyamo further claimed that these individuals were engaging in public quarrels, causing disruptions … Read more

APC Urges Court To Dismiss PDP’s Request For Televised Tribunal Proceedings

Atiku’s Request For Live Broadcast

The APC has opposed PDP’s request for a live broadcast of proceedings at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal.  Atiku and LP’s Peter Obi both filed applications for televised tribunal proceedings which the APC urged the court to dismiss. APC argued that live broadcasting will be unnecessary, subject witnesses to undue censure, and may cause tension … Read more

Demanding Accountability: The Push For Live TV Coverage At The Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal

Election tribunal live

The challenge of the 2023 Presidential Election outcome at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal (PEPT) by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and its standard bearer, Atiku Abubakar, has sparked up a debate on live broadcasting of the proceedings. In a motion on notice filed by their team of lawyers, the PDP and Atiku are requesting … Read more