Eko Hot Blog reports that the minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy Wale Edun, announced that the World Bank has approved two major “financial support packages” for Nigeria, totaling $2.25 billion. According to a statement on Thursday, this is part of President Tinubu’s ongoing efforts to stabilise the economy, reposition it for … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government has suspended the Nigeria Air project indefinitely. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Festus Keyamo, announced this development on Monday during the Ministerial briefing commemorating the first year of the Tinubu administration. Keyamo emphasized that the airline was not truly Nigerian, but rather an effort … Read more
Minister dismisses concerns, says due process followed Welcomes House probe, plans to televise proceedings live Rejects Atiku’s claim of loan irregularities for the project Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a bold stance, the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has declared his readiness to undergo a probe over the controversy surrounding the Lagos-Calabar Coastal … Read more
Presidency Launches New Initiative For Citizens’ Feedback. Hadiza Bala-Usman announces CDT unveiling during Abuja event, available as web link and upcoming app. CDCU conducts meetings with government agencies to achieve key indicators across eight priority areas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidency on Monday, unveiled its Citizens’ Delivery Tracker (CDT), aiming to bolster citizen-government engagement … Read more
House of Representatives urges NAFDAC to lift ban on sachet alcohol and pet bottles. Chair of House Committee on NAFDAC, Mrs. Regina Akume, stresses call during Abuja press briefing. Previous House directive to lift ban issued on March 14, 2024, in response to industry protests over job losses and investment risks. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidency has categorically denied the potential for a cabal to dominate the administration of President Bola Tinubu, addressing concerns that have lingered in the public discourse. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, provided this assurance during an appearance on TVC News Sunday Politics, where … Read more