The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is moving against alleged anti-party activities, with a focus on Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike and several former governors. The PDP’s National Disciplinary Committee, led by ex-Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Ikimi, has launched an investigation based on reports from the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). EDITOR’S PICKS I’ll Support … Read more
The body of Hajiya Dada, mother of the late President Umaru Musa Yar’adua, was laid to rest on Tuesday at the Danmarna Cemetery, where her late husband, Musa Yar’adua, and her two deceased sons, Shehu Musa Yar’adua and President Umaru Musa Yar’adua, are also buried. The funeral prayer, led by Imam Aminu Yammawa, took place … Read more
Three prominent opposition leaders in Nigeria—Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso—are reportedly in talks about forming a potential coalition ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The trio aims to unseat the incumbent All Progressives Congress (APC) administration led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter … Read more
Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to promptly list the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) on the stock exchange, as required by the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). Atiku, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, argued that such a move would boost the company’s … Read more
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has faulted the Federal Government over the 18-year age limit for students writing West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE, and National Examination Council, NECO, examinations, calling it a barrier to scholarship. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that the Federal Government, through the minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, had announced … Read more
Several Nigerian politicians have been banned or barred from entering various countries due to allegations ranging from corruption to human rights violations. EDITOR’S PICKS Dangote, Elumelu, Otedola Lead New Fight Against Malaria In Nigeria Chicken Seller Attempts Suicide Over ₦1.2 Million Debt Rotary Club Of Abeokuta Inducts New President, Honours Femi Adesina, Others EKO HOT … Read more
The People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Kogi State chapter has described Senator Dino Melaye as a liability to the party. Sequel to this, PDP’s elders in the state led by Alhaji Ibrahim Dansofo, urged the local executive committee in Ijumu to initiate immediate suspension proceedings against Melaye. This, they said, would stress the need to restore … Read more
The ongoing feud between Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and Senator Musa Kwankwaso, the national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), was evident on Friday as they deliberately avoided eye contact at the wedding of Laila Abubakar, daughter of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, held in … Read more
The wedding ceremony of Laila, daughter of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and her partner Saleh Maitala, took place on Friday at the National Mosque in Abuja, attracting an array of prominent political figures. Among the distinguished guests were Abdullahi Ganduje, National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC); Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Leader of … Read more
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, hosted a distinguished delegation at his Asokoro residence yesterday. The delegation, led by Nasiru El-Rufai, former Governor of Kaduna State, included family members of Kashim Imam who came to formally request the hand of Atiku’s daughter, Hafsat Atiku Abubakar, in marriage EKO HOT BLOG gathered. The visit was … Read more
Tinubu’s administration has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for his tweet condemning the use of lethal force against protesters, EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for his recent tweet cautioning security agencies against employing lethal force against looters and arsonists disguised as protesters. In … Read more
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has called on President Bola Tinubu-led government to come down from their high horses, listen the voice of the people, and solve the demands of protesters. Atiku said this in a statement, in Abuja, on Friday, applauding Nigerian youths participating in the #Hunger protests for their largely peaceful conduct while … Read more
Former Kaduna Central lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani has speculated a potential collaboration between ex-vice president Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai for the 2027 presidential election. Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator Sani made this known during an interview on Sunday. He claimed that the North would play a card that would … Read more
Atiku Abubakar, the PDP’s 2023 presidential candidate, has departed Nigeria for a business trip to Europe, as announced by his media adviser. Eko Hot Blog reports that Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, has departed Nigeria for a business trip to Europe. This information was disclosed on Wednesday … Read more
The Disciples of Jagaban group declared that Atiku Abubakar cannot become president in 2027, criticizing his recent visits to former presidents and urging him to leave politics. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has been told that he can never become the President of Nigeria. The Disciples of Jagaban (DOJ), … Read more
Atiku Abubakar, the PDP presidential candidate in the 2023 election, visited former President Muhammadu Buhari at his Daura residence, accompanied by Senator Aminu Tambuwal and other PDP stakeholders. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, has revealed why he visited former … Read more
The former Vice President and Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 presidential election, Atiku Abubakar has paid a visit to the immediate past President, Muhammadu Buhari. Eko Hot Blog reports that Atiku, a former Vice President, visited Buhari at his Daura residence on Saturday. It was gathered that Senator Aminu … Read more
Tinubu, Obi, Atiku, Others Emphasize Sacrifice, Unity In Eid-el-Kabir Messages. Leaders urged Muslims to reflect on the teachings of Prophet Ibrahim, promoting unity, peace, and progress in Nigeria. Governors and political leaders from various states encouraged the Muslim community to embrace virtues like patience, faith, and compassion. EKO HOT BLOG reports that as the Muslim community … Read more
‘I Saved Tinubu’s Political Career, My Support Was Crucial’ – Atiku Makes Fresh Claims. Vice President Kashim Shettima acknowledged Atiku’s and Nuhu Ribadu’s support from Tinubu during times of persecution. Atiku’s Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, counters Shettima’s claim, asserting that it was Tinubu who benefited from Atiku’s goodwill. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Atiku Abubakar, the … Read more
Doyin Okupe Declares Tinubu As Best Amongst 2023 Presidential Candidates Okupe Lauds Tinubu Leadership Capacity I have been with Atiku, Obi & Tinubu, Okupe Makes Comparison Eko Hot Blog Reports that Doyin Okupe has declared President Bola Tinubu as the best among all the 2023 presidential candidates. The former presidential aide during an interview on … Read more