Digital Skills to Power Nigeria’s Economy CBN Targets $1bn Monthly in Diaspora Financial Authorities to Track Digital Currencies President Bola Tinubu has directed Nigeria’s financial and capital market authorities to monitor the growing use of stablecoins and digital currencies. Speaking at the 18th Annual Banking and Finance Conference in Abuja, the president, represented by Finance … Read more
No Nigerian Should Die from Power Failure in Hospitals – Tinubu Odunuga noted that power failures often compromise safety, disrupt care, and sometimes cost lives The president explained that strengthening power supply in healthcare facilities is part of the broader Renewed Hope Agenda President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s resolve to address the persistent … Read more
Women to Play Key Role in Tinubu’s One Trillion Dollar Economy Target – Minister Nigeria’s economy is currently valued at about 500 billion dollars Sulaiman Ibrahim praised President Tinubu’s “unprecedented commitment” to women’s development The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman Ibrahim, has urged Nigerian women to rally behind President Bola … Read more
Sanwo-Olu Reaffirms Lagos Commitment to Social Protection Through NSR Egube praised Tinubu for repositioning the NSR as a credible platform for delivering social interventions Lawal described the NSR as the backbone of social protection in Nigeria Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed the state’s commitment to strengthening social protection programmes through the National Social … Read more
Tinubu Orders Review of Security Operations, Deployment of Drones Against Terrorists Vice President described the attack as a heavy loss to both the state and the nation. Shettima offered prayers for the bereaved families President Bola Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces to review ongoing security operations, including the deployment of advanced military hardware and … Read more
FG Launches Nationwide Mapping to Identify Non-Literate Nigerians Ahmad stressed that literacy is the foundation of national development The minister added that the initiative aims to achieve Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4.6 The Federal Government has begun a nationwide mapping exercise to identify out-of-school children and non-literate citizens across the country. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
His Spirit Is Unbroken – Atiku Speaks After Visiting Tambuwal Tambuwal said Atiku would have been a better president than Tinubu. He criticized Tinubu’s governance, citing lack of federal appointments. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed relief over the condition of former Sokoto State governor, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, following his release from the … Read more
FG Unveils Postharvest Systems Transformation Plan Kyari explained that the NiPHaST programme would stabilise food prices He emphasised that the programme would unlock private sector investments In line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at eradicating poverty, achieving food and nutrition security, driving economic growth, and reducing postharvest losses, the Federal Government … Read more
Retired Soldiers Suspend Protest as FG Assures Entitlements Payment Veterans raised concerns over payment chart discrepancies and unpaid allowances. Soldiers suspended protests, urging transparency in future entitlements. The Federal Government has pledged to settle outstanding entitlements owed to retired soldiers this week, ending a week-long protest at the Ministry of Finance in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
‘I Never Condemned FG’s Borrowing’ – Speaker Abbas He said debt can support growth if managed prudently with oversight and transparency. His office stressed Nigeria met 2025 revenue targets without reliance on new loans. The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has refuted reports claiming he condemned the Federal Government’s borrowing, insisting that … Read more
Tambuwal’s Comments On Me, Tinubu, Won’t Go Unanswered – Wike Wike’s aide says the Minister will respond to Tambuwal’s comments soon. Tension grows between the two political figures over loyalty and integrity The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has vowed to respond to comments made by former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu … Read more
Tinubu Group accuses Wale Edun of historic zero budget performance. The group demands his resignation, citing worsening economic hardship. It also warned the National Assembly against shielding him. The South West Agenda for Tinubu (SWAGA) has demanded the resignation of the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, accusing him of … Read more
President Tinubu’s Administration Unveils Plan for Medical Rehabilitation Centres Isa reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s commitment to promoting spinal cord health Says the government is ensuring that no citizen is denied access to healthcare The Federal Government has announced plans to set up Medical Rehabilitation Centres across Nigeria, prioritising neuro-rehabilitation for persons living with spinal … Read more
1,200-seater hall started during his time as Speaker Gbajabiamila commissions Bola Tinubu Multipurpose Hall in Surulere Facility to strengthen civil-military cooperation in Lagos The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, officially inaugurated a new 1,200-capacity Bola Ahmed Tinubu Multipurpose Hall at the Abalti Military Barracks in Surulere, Lagos, on Friday. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
Tinubu’s Economic Policies Already Yielding Results – APC Chairmen Fagbemi explained that the Tinubu administration’s agenda is anchored on the pillars of democracy Bello explained that the issue of insecurity in the North Central was being addressed directly by the Tinubu administration The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress APC North Central Chairmen Forum Mr … Read more
Shettima Lauds Tinubu’s Political Will in Driving Economic Reforms Highlighted the President’s recent trip to Brazil, which produced five MOUs Urged NES to provide practical solutions to Nigeria’s economic challenges Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s determination to diversify Nigeria’s economy, describing him as a leader with the political will to take … Read more
Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu, Dabiri-Erewa, Others to Headline ECI@25 Convention in Newark The convention will run from September 18 to 21 Prof. Emmanuel Akin Abayomi, will reflect on “Pandemic Preparedness and Healthcare Innovation” Nigeria’s foremost political leaders, policymakers, and innovators are preparing to take the stage at the 14th Biennial Convention of Eko Club International (ECI@25). Eko … Read more
FG collects ₦20.59tn in 8 months Govt eyes $1.75bn new World Bank loans Economists warn total debt could hit ₦180tn The Federal Government plans to increase its borrowing despite a remarkable 40.5 per cent surge in revenue for the first eight months of 2025. According to a statement by Presidential Adviser Bayo Onanuga, the government’s … Read more
Osun Governor Urges Neutrality Adeleke Praises Security Chiefs Cautions Security Agencies Against Partisanship Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has appealed to security agencies to remain professional and non-partisan in the state’s unfolding political climate. Eko Hot Blog reports that during a ceremony to decorate his Aide-De-Camp (ADC), DSP Ahmed Bio Abdulraman, at the Government House in Osogbo, … Read more
Tinubu Departs Abuja for 10-Day Working Vacation in Europe. The 10-day working vacation will be spent in France and the UK. He is expected to return to Nigeria after completing official and personal engagements. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has departed Abuja for Europe to begin his 2025 annual leave. EDITOR’S PICKS How Nigeria’s Excess Crude … Read more