Sani slams El-Rufai over Tinubu nepotism claims. Accuses El-Rufai of marginalizing Southern Kaduna. Criticizes silence during Buhari’s tenure. Former Senator Shehu Sani has criticized ex-Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasir El-Rufai over his recent comments on alleged nepotism at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. EKO HOT BLOG learned that … Read more
Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of deceiving Nigerians about the actual state of the country and his administration. Speaking on BBC Hausa’s Gane Mini Hanya program, Lamido, a prominent member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), criticized President Tinubu’s loan requests, claiming they contradict the government’s narrative to … Read more
FG allocates ₦27bn for Obasanjo, ex-leaders, professors in 2025 budget. Beneficiaries include Obasanjo, Buhari, Gowon, and retired top officials. ₦500bn earmarked for student loans and social investment programmes. The Federal Government has allocated ₦27bn for the entitlements of former leaders and retired officials in the 2025 fiscal year. Beneficiaries include ex-presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vowed to build on the infrastructural legacy left by his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari, as he celebrated Buhari’s 82nd birthday with a heartfelt message. In a statement personally signed by Tinubu and released by the presidency on Tuesday, the Nigerian leader expressed gratitude for Buhari’s years of service and acknowledged his … Read more
By Tunde Odesola Four eyes lock in combat. Two belong to a snake. The other two belong to a former President, whose lipless mouth, pointed nose and slit eyes are snakelike, too. In a swift reversal of roles, the hunter has become the hunted, both locked in the ultimate battle. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens … Read more
Doyin Okupe, former Director-General of the Labour Party (LP) Presidential Campaign, has shared insights into President Bola Tinubu’s decision to succeed Muhammadu Buhari, explaining that it was fueled by a deep passion to rescue and rebuild Nigeria. In an interview with Vanguard, Okupe responded to the criticism of Tinubu’s “Emilokan” declaration, which some saw as … Read more
Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Kingsley Obiora, testified that the bank’s board did not recommend the 2022 naira redesign to then-President Muhammadu Buhari. Obiora, who once served as Special Adviser on Economic Matters to former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, stated that the board first learned of the redesign policy on … Read more
Seventeen months into his administration, President Bola Tinubu has yet to announce a date for Nigeria’s much-anticipated National Population and Housing Census, causing growing concern among stakeholders over the potential impact on national planning and governance. This delay follows the indefinite postponement of the 2023 census by former President Muhammadu Buhari, leaving the responsibility to … Read more
Peter Obi says FG is more interested in selfish luxuries than solving economic problems. Eko Hot Blog reports that Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), has tackled the Federal Government for having misplaced priorities. EDITOR’S PICKS FACT CHECK: Did Lagos Govt Impose Parking Fees On Worshippers At Churches? US President Joe … Read more
President Tinubu has appointed a new head of service. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, as Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. EDITOR’S PICKS How Lagos Can Reap Economic, Medical Benefits From India – Sanwo-Olu US Election: Donald Trump Announces Long-awaited VP … Read more
On May 29, 1999, Nigeria heralded a new dawn of democracy and waved goodbye to military rule—or so we thought. The abduction—it was an abduction, period—of Daniel Ojukwu, the reporter with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), is a painful return to the cruel and classless military rule tactics of cracking down on dissent and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Minister of Communication, Adebayo Shittu, sheds light on the lack of awareness regarding Steven Oronsaye’s report during ex-President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. EDITOR’S PICKS: Tinubu Suspends Rural Electrification Agency MD, Three Others Yaoundé Malaria Declaration: Tunji Alausa Joins Other African Health Ministers To Commit To End Malaria Deaths ‘Fake News’ … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Laolu Akande, a former aide to ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, emphasized the need to hold accountable those responsible for printing money during the tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Editor’s Pick Tinubu Govt Set To Announce New Minimum Wage ‘Fake News’ — FAAN Denies Fire Incident At Lagos Airport Lawmaker … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Pelumi Olajengbesi, a human rights lawyer, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate all individuals who held cabinet positions or were appointed during President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. Editor’s Pick 300,000 Bags Of Rice And More To Ease Hardships – NEDC’s Big Move Repayment Of Student … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang expressed concern on Monday about the economic challenges confronting Nigerians, attributing the situation to the previous administration led by former President Muhammadu Buhari. Editor’s Pick Reps Urge Arrest Of Binance Executives For Alleged Financial Crimes Mr Ibu’s Body Departs Lagos For Hometown Burial (Video) Why … Read more
Tinubu inaugurated the new intra-city metro line on Thursday. The Red Line rail is the second intra-city rail line in the state after the inauguration of the Blue Line last year. The Red Line rail is expected to move 250,000 passengers daily when fully operational. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Northern group, Civil Society For Credible Election has stated that erstwhile president, Muhammadu Buhari should be blamed for the economic crisis plaguing the nation. The group lamented that President Bola Tinubu inherited the challenges from his predecessor. EDITOR’S PICKS AFCON 2023: Gov Fubara Rewards Nwabali With N20 Million, State Honour … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Yoruba nation agitator Sunday Adeyemo, known as Igboho, stated that former president Muhammadu Buhari, not current president Bola Tinubu, is responsible for the rot in Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How Model Of Aircraft Carrying Wigwe, Wife, Son Crashed … Read more
By Tunde Odesola Guitar Boy, Sir Victor Uwaifo, is dead. But the ‘Mami Water’, which he saw at the Bar Beach and sang about in 1966 when he was just 25 years old, lives on. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How Model Of Aircraft Carrying … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senators in the upper chamber of the National Assembly on Tuesday, got involved in a heated session where words were traded over the N29 trillion Ways and Means funds by the immediate past administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari. During the plenary on Tuesday, Senate Chief Whip, Ali Ndume submitted … Read more