By abiodun KOMOLAFE There’s an awe of a legend; and this awe is fed or fuelled by the happenings in the life of that legend. When Obafemi Awolowo said certain things during his lifetime, subsequent events could only be explained and substantiated, at times, by the metaphysical analysis of those events. Take, for instance, when … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the outgoing speaker of the House Of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila has finally spoken about his purported appointment as the chief of staff to President Tinubu. EDITOR’S PICKS I Will Not Condone Working At Cross Purposes, Tinubu Warns Service Chiefs Watch Moment Police Officers Chased Motorist To Death Over Fuel Sanwo-Olu … Read more
As I embark on this flight, en route to Abuja, I can feel the weight of history upon my shoulders; I am about to witness another pivotal moment in the annals of our great country. This flight holds particular significance for me, as it marks my first local flight in 23 years. Determined to break … Read more
Tony Blair has pledged his support to assist the incoming administration of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Blair’s commitment was expressed during his visit to Tinubu at the Defence House in Abuja. He has offered the partnership of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change in prioritizing and achieving the goals of Tinubu’s administration, particularly in … Read more
Buhari expresses confidence in President-elect Tinubu to maintain the tempo of his administration. He praises the Nigerian Navy’s combat displays and highlights his administration’s efforts in strengthening the Navy Fleet. Buhari expects Tinubu’s leadership to continue acquiring new assets, combat piracy, and address crude oil theft in Nigeria’s maritime domain. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
The Federal Government has announced road closures around the Federal Secretariat Complexes. The closures are part of security measures implemented by the Presidential Transition Council for Tinubu’s swearing-in ceremony as President. Officers and visitors will not be allowed access till May 30th when work resumes fully. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has announced … Read more
The Presidential Election Petition Hearing has been adjourned to May 10th. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the tribunal handling petitions regarding the 2023 presidential election has postponed its session to Wednesday, May 10th. The Labour Party’s spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo, shared on Monday via a tweet that the presidential election petition tribunal had postponed its sitting … Read more
Tensions are running high in the 10th National Assembly as the APC faces a brewing conflict. 37 senators-elect refuse to back Godswill Akpabio and Jubrin Barau for Senate President and Deputy Senate President, leading to a divided party leadership. Tinubu’s picks have been rejected, with some senators-elect suggesting Orji Uzor Kalu and Senator Abdulaziz Yari … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s President-Elect, Asiwaju Ahmed Bola Tinubu, has hailed US-based lawyer Mcguinnis Otunbushin as an accomplished Nigerian who has flown his country’s flag with aplomb and dignity. EDITOR’S PICKS Buhari Under Pressure From NLC To Intervene For Nigerians Trapped In Sudan Atiku Lauds Iwuanyanwu’s Election as Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General National Assembly … Read more
Tinubu, the President-elect of Nigeria, has assured that he will leave legacy projects across Nigeria during his tenure as the country’s leader. Tinubu commended Wike for a job well done in Rivers and reassured of his promise to work evenly for the country. Tinubu thanked supporters and pledged to leave lasting marks in Nigeria while … Read more
Wike has declared a public holiday and ordered businesses in Rivers to close ahead of Tinubu’s visit to the state. The President-elect Tinubu is expected to pay a two-day visit to Rivers on Wednesday and Thursday to commission projects. According to Wike, Tinubu’s visit to Rivers will mark his first official visit to any state … Read more
Ahead of his inauguration, President-Elect Tinubu has pledged a new commitment to Nigerian workers. He assured the workers that they will enjoy a living wage under his administration. The fresh promises were contained in a solidarity message he personally signed to commemorate this year’s International Workers’ Day. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-Elect, Asiwaju Bola … Read more
The Vice-President-elect Kashim Shettima has revealed that the incoming president of Nigeria, Tinubu, will treat all genders fairly during his administration. This was disclosed at a book reading event in Abuja where Shettima spoke about Tinubu’s record on gender equality, including appointing the first female deputy governor and chief judge. He also criticized Nigerians’ … Read more
Buhari and Tinubu observed Jum’aat Prayers together at Aso Rock. The prayer was held at the Aso Rock Mosque in the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The prayer session was led by the Chief Imam of the Mosque, Malam Abubakar Sulaiman. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Friday joined President Muhammadu … Read more
Governor Nyesom Wike has invited President-elect Asiwaju Tinubu to inaugurate the Rumuola-Rumuokwuta flyover and Magistrate Court building in Port Harcourt. The projects are ready for commissioning on May 3rd and 4th, and this will mark the 12th flyover built by Wike’s administration since 2019. Tinubu’s visit to the state was promised during his campaign trail, … Read more
APC has dissolved its Presidential Campaign Council PCC. A statement was released on Saturday night which stated that the dissolution had taken place. The dissolution was made ahead of the May 29, 2023, inauguration of the President-elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the dissolution of its … Read more
Tinubu has formed a 13-member committee for the purpose of organizing the presidential inauguration. Tinubu announced the newly made appointments in a letter directed to Boss Mustapha, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. Tinubu’s inauguration as president is set to occur on May 29, 2023. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect, Asiwaju … Read more
Kashim Shettima is holding brief for President-elect Tinubu and meeting with stakeholders over the leadership of the 10th National Assembly. There is a silent battle between the geopolitical zones in the country over the sharing of leadership positions, with pressure being mounted on Shettima to back a candidate from the North-West for Senate President. Shettima … Read more
Tayo Ayinde, Chief of Staff to Governor Sanwo-Olu, denies making any move to become Chief of Staff to President-elect Tinubu, amid rumors on social media. Ayinde affirms his commitment to Governor Sanwo-Olu and says he was appointed without social media advertisement. He also explains that the Chief of Staff position is sensitive and cannot be … Read more
Senator Godswill Akpabio, has reportedly dropped his ambition to run for Senate President of the 10th National Assembly. He is said to be pursuing a ministerial appointment in the cabinet of the President-elect, with his eye on a return to the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs or the Petroleum Resources Ministry. Akpabio dropped his Senate … Read more