President Bola Tinubu says the stampedes recently experienced during palliative distributions across the country were due to poor organisations. The president stated this on Monday during his first media chat, attributing the mishaps to indiscipline on the part of the beneficiaries of the palliatives. EKO HOT BLOG reports that palliative distributions in Ibadan, Anambra and … Read more
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier of Germany on Tuesday night arrived in Nigeria on state visit. Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, received him at the presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, While in the country for two days, Steinmeier will engage in a series of activities such as a … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after departing South Africa to co-chair the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission, BNC, alongside President Cyril Ramaphosa. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Presdient Tinubu touched down at 9:10pm at the ANnamdi Azikiwe International Airport . He was received by the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, … Read more
Residents of Ruga, a community along Airport Road in Abuja, protested on Friday against the recent demolition of their homes, which was ordered by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. The minister had launched a task force, known as “Operation Sweep,” to clear Ruga and other areas within the city as part of … Read more
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged Nigerian leaders to judiciously use the country’s abundant resources to develop the nation. Obasanjo made this call at the Methodist Archdiocese of Abuja’s 40th anniversary celebration on Sunday in Abuja, Obasanjo emphasised that Nigeria had all it needs to thrive. He echoed the sentiments of Methodist Prelate Dr Oliver … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to repositioning the country and creating wealth for generations. The President said on Saturday that his focus was not on 2027 elections but on how to make Nigeria great for generations. Tinubu gave the assurance at the All Progressives Congress (APC) South-West Zone Assembly at Eko Hotel and … Read more
How President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Busted NNPC FRAUD NNPC Audited Report for 2022 showed they paid For 20% shares in Dangote Refinery – Dangote says it’s a Lie. Under Buhari’s govt, the NNPC committed to invest $2.7bn and buy 20% shares in the Dangote Refinery. In January, the NNPC, after intense pressure, released their … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved a new withholding tax policy, replacing the old policy established in 1977. Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, announced this on Tuesday. The new withholding tax policy introduces significant reforms designed to alleviate the heavy burden that the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has filed a more detailed objection to a US court order requiring Chicago State University to release his academic records to Atiku Abubakar, his main challenger in the February 25 presidential election. Tinubu, represented by his New York-based attorney, Oluwole Afolabi, submitted a comprehensive objection aimed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Labour Party, (LP) has described the ministerial list submitted by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the Senate for confirmation as ministers/members of the Federal Executive Council as uninspiring. Obiora Ifoh, the Party’s National Publicity Secretary, noted that the individuals on the list verified worries that the Tinubu-led All Progressives … Read more
The Federal Government has embarked on the renovation of the Aso Villa in preparation for Tinubu’s swearing-in ceremony. Tinubu is set to be officially inaugurated as Nigeria’s President on May 29th. Tinubu will assume office as planned despite ongoing legal battles challenging the legitimacy of his election victory. EKO HOT BLOG reports that with Bola … Read more
Adamu Garba has stated that Nigerians should count themselves lucky to have Tinubu as their incoming President. According to Graba, Tinubu represents the ideal type of leader that Nigerians crave. He urged Nigerians to support Tinubu in his quest to rebuild the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Adamu Garba, a chieftain of the All … Read more
Ohanaeze Ime-Obi has assured Tinubu of unwavering support for his swearing-in, saying no force can prevent it. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ohanaeze Ndigbo Ime-Obi has confidently declared that the May 29th swearing-in of President-elect Bola Tinubu will happen and no force on earth will stop it. Ime-Obi, which is Ohanaeze’s highest decision-making body, said … Read more
The APC has requested the dismissal of Obi and the Labour Party’s petition against Tinubu’s victory by the tribunal. The APC raised objections to the petition on multiple grounds. The APC’s argument for contesting the validity of the petition includes the claim that Obi was not a legitimate member of the Labour Party during the … Read more
Fani-Kayode has alleged that he has been “vindicated” after the DSS confirmed plots to scuttle Tinubu’s inauguration. Fani-Kayode claimed he was the first to raise the alarm. He stated this in a tweet while reacting to a security alert by the DSS. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, … Read more
A pro-Tinubu Protest has broken out in Abuja. The protesters stormed Abuja to defend the mandate of the party’s leader, Bola Tinubu. The protesters vowed that they would make their demands regularly until Mr Tinubu is sworn in on May 29. EKO HOT BLOG reports that supporters of president-elect of the Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives … Read more
Despite the absence of a political structure, Peter Obi secured over 6 million votes, and Wike has outlined two factors that contributed to his success. In the build-up to the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi was mocked as not having a “structure” to compete with political heavyweights such as Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar. Surprisingly, … Read more
Onjeh has insisted that Tinubu’s leadership will pave the way for the prosperity of Nigerian youths. Onjeh also highlighted the significance of Tinubu’s victory, saying it reflected in the geographical spread of his votes. He started this on Saturday during an interview with journalists. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Comrade Daniel Onjeh, the candidate of … Read more
Fani-Kayode has threatened that Nigeria would become “ungovernable” if Tinubu’s swearing-in is obstructed by Labour Party or PDP. Fani-Kayode warned the supporters of Atiku and Peter Obi to desist from their attempts to annul the 2023 presidential election which produced Bola Tinubu. He gave the warning via his official Twitter handle on Saturday. EKO HOT … Read more
Three zones have intensified the battle for the NASS speakership position. Lawmakers from various geopolitical regions have been convening to rally both incumbent and newly elected members and gain momentum. The batttle appears to be favouring the Northcentral, Northwest and Southeast. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the battle to head the incoming House of Representatives … Read more