The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the 2025 budget proposal, with key fiscal benchmarks aimed at driving economic stability and growth. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, announced this during a press briefing at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja after the council’s final meeting for 2024. According to Bagudu, the budget … Read more
The National Assembly actively lobbied for the Nigerian government to sign the Samoa Agreement, despite recent moves to suspend its implementation, motivated by the opportunity for a Nigerian lawmaker to secure a position in the OACPS-EU-JPA. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Assembly played a pivotal role in urging the Nigerian government to sign … Read more
Doyin Okupe warns that spreading misinformation about Nigeria’s $150 billion Samoa loan agreement, which critics claim mandates LGBT rights, constitutes treason. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Doyin Okupe, has cautioned Nigerians that spreading misinformation about the Samoa Agreement signed by the federal government constitutes treason. … Read more
FG has addressed agreeing to LGBTQ rights in $150m Samoa deal. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government of Nigeria has confirmed signing the Samoa agreement, which reportedly includes elements of gay and transgender rights. EDITOR’S PICKS FACT CHECK: Is There Flood On Third Mainland Bridge? PHOTOS: Iyalode Of Epe Omolewa Olaosebikan Laid To … Read more
Budget Minister discussed the proposed ₦62,000 minimum wage, explaining that state and local governments struggle to accept it due to limited financial resources. Bagudu emphasized the administration’s commitment to improving living standards through skills development, affordable housing, food, and transportation. He praised President Tinubu and Governor Nasir Idris for their efforts to enhance living conditions … Read more
Negotiations Restart: Nigerian Workers’ Minimum Wage Talks Resume. The Tripartite Committee on Minimum Wage met at Nicon Luxury Hotel in Abuja, with federal government ministers and organized labour leaders in attendance. While no state governors attended, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum was represented by its Director General, Abdulateef Shittu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that negotiations for a … Read more
Minister Bagudu defends President Tinubu’s policies, saying they are essential for Nigeria’s progress. He praises Tinubu for bold decisions like fuel subsidy removal and forex market deregulation. Bagudu emphasizes the necessity of tough measures for Nigeria’s growth and investor confidence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, supports President … Read more
16 state governors back state police to tackle Nigeria’s security issues. Federal police overwhelmed by rampant crime, leading to calls for state-level security. Regional security outfits like Amotekun face effectiveness challenges due to lack of federal support. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a bid to address Nigeria’s escalating security challenges, 16 state governors have supported … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has proposed N26 trillion as the 2024 budget to be submitted to the National Assembly before December 31, 2023. The Minister of Planning and Budget, Atiku Bagudu, made the budget proposal known at the end of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on Monday, … Read more
Tinubu led a delegation of APC governors on a thank-you visit to Buhari in Daura. Tinubu flew in from Abuja on Wednesday night. Tinubu met with the president to thank him for the support he received during the election campaign. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu alongside some Apc Governors … Read more
Buhari Says 2023 Elections Will Be Devoid Of Intimidation EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday promised not to allow intimidations of any sort, whether materially, morally or physically during the 2023 elections. He said the kind of leadership that thrives on intimidation will not benefit the nation. EDITOR’S … Read more
Tinubu, Shettima Meets APC Govs In Lagos EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, met with a few governors from the party at his residence in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICK Strike: ASUU Gives Update On Negotiation With Education Minister Gani Adams Reveals Southwest States Terrorists Are Plotting … Read more
Buhari is also expected to meet with the seven aspirants vying for the office of national chairman of the APC The aspirants had earlier been screened by the Masari-led screening committee which took place at the Katsina State Governor’s Lodge EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari is meeting with members of the Progressive … Read more
…Tinubu declared his support to all decisions of President Buhari to ensure that the APC Convention is held in February 2022. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former Director-General of Progressive Governors’ Forum, Dr. Salihu Lukman has said that his decision to resign was as a result of the tyrannic posture of the leadership of … Read more
…the February timeframe as approved by President Muhammadu Buhari would be respected. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Progressives Governors Forum (PGF) has promised that the party’s national convention to elect new leaders will hold in February. PGF is a body of governors elected on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), The … Read more
ICC is set to probe the abduction of students in Nigeria. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Karim A. Khan, is set to seek authorisation to investigate the abduction of students in Nigeria. This online news platform gathered that the probe will cover kidnappings in Northern region, closure of schools, and the persistent … Read more
Kebbi State Government has announced restrictions on travel to and from that state with effect from Saturday March 28, 2020. Governor Abubakar Atiku Bagudu gave the order in a special broadcast to the people this Friday in furtherance of measures to preventing the spread of Corona Virus to the state. The Governor explained that the … Read more
Governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, otherwise known as the Progressives Governors’ Forum has reacted to the arrest and detention of Omoyele Sowore. The APC Governors reacted through its Chairman, and Kebbi State Governor, Atiku Bagudu. They also condemned the revolution protest called by Sowore-led Global Coalition for Security and … Read more