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IPOB Or Nigeria — Buhari Media Questions Ezekwesili’s Loyalties

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IPOB Or Nigeria -- Buhari Media Questions Ezekwesili's Loyalties

The Buhari Media Organization has risen to question the loyalties of former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili. The Organization stands to believe the former Minister’s loyalties should be tested to verify if she stands for Nigeria or for the IPOB. This is in reaction to Ezekwesili’s consistent criticism on the President. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

President Buhari Inaugurates Kashimbila Multipurpose Dam and Hydropower Station in Taraba

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President Buhari Presides Over Valedictory FEC Meeting One Last Time

President Muhammadu Buhari has officially commissioned the completed Kashimbila Multipurpose Dam in Taraba State. President Buhari emphasized the significance of the project, underscoring his administration’s commitment to achieving the target of 30GW of electricity in Nigeria by 2030. President Buhari also highlighted the significance of the Electricity Vision Initiative, which aims to achieve a minimum … Read more

Buhari Approves Appointment Of First Female AGF [PHOTO]

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  • President Buhari has approved the appointment of the first female  Accountant General of the Federation.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein as the new Accountant General of the Federation.

First Female AGF Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein

The appointment was announced in a statement signed by the President’s Director of Communication, Mohammed Ahmed on Friday, 19th May 2022.

EDITOR’S PICKS  

Madein, alongside 19 other candidates was shortlisted for the position back in January.
“President, Muhammadu Buhari, has approved the appointment of Dr. (Mrs) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, as the substantive Accountant-General of the Federation following the successful conduct of a selection process to fill the existing vacancy.

“The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, CFR made this known today, Friday 19 May 2023, in Abuja, adding that the appointment is with effect from Thursday, May 18, 2023,” the statement read.

According to the statement, the new appointee is to resume immediately.
Prior to this appointment, she served as the Director, Finance and Accounts, Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.

FURTHER READING  

She holds a Ph.D. in Management Finance from Walden University, Minnesota, USA and would become the first female to occupy that office in Nigeria.

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INSIGHT: Nigerians Are On The Brink Of A Tinubu Presidency; What Should They Expect?

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Presidential-elect Bola Tinubu's incoming administration faces a dilemma over the fuel subsidy regime

President-elect Bola Tinubu and Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima are set to take over the reins of Nigeria on May 29, 2023. Recall that Tinubu and Shettima won the presidential election held across 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on February 25, 2023. The Independent National Electoral Commission declared Tinubu and Shettima president-elect and … Read more

President Buhari Makes Fresh Appointment

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President Buhari has made a fresh appointment. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chief Paul Ogbole (SAN) has been appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari to serve as a fresh addition to the Council for Legal Education, which oversees the Nigerian Law School. The announcement was made through a letter signed by the Solicitor General of the … Read more

Buhari Lauds Gowon As NYSC Clocks 50, Urges Continuity Of The Scheme

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President Buhari has lauded General Gowon on the occasion of the NYSC’s 50th anniversary and urged for the scheme’s continuity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has commended former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (retd), for the wisdom of setting up the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in 1973, which truly achieved … Read more

President Buhari Inaugurates N1Billion TETFUND Project In Ekiti

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President Buhari Inaugurates N1Billion TETFUND Project In Ekiti

  EKO HOT BLOG reports that in the effort to enhance teaching and learning across three universities in Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari inaugurated six projects funded by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) with a total worth of approximately N1 billion in Ekiti State. The projects, amounting to N995.6 million, will benefit the Bamidele Olumilua … Read more

Ahead Of May 29, Buhari Vacates Official Presidential Villa

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President Buhari has moved out of the official Presidential Villa to a Glass House. The Glass House traditionally played a crucial role in the transition of power. The First Lady, Aisha Buhari disclosed this in a video on her Instagram page. EKO HOT BLOG reports that as the countdown to President-elect Bola Tinubu’s inauguration continues, … Read more

Buhari Breaks Silence On Adeleke’s Supreme Court Victory

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After a period of silence, President Buhari has finally commented on Senator Adeleke’s victory in the Supreme Court. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has commented on the Supreme Court’s verdict on the Osun State governorship election, acknowledging the court’s decision and the vital part played by the judiciary in preserving the principles … Read more

How I Will Govern As Reps’ Speaker – Tajudeen Abbas

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Representative Tajudeen Abbas is set to be the Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives

Last week, Tinubu endorsed Abbas for Speaker of the House. On Monday, the APC nominated the lawmaker as the party’s preferred choice for the 10th assembly. He has weighed in on how he will lead the lower legislative chamber. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, an aspirant for the Speakership position in the … Read more

Buhari Departs For London To Attend King Charles III’s Coronation Ceremony

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President Buhari has left for London to attend the coronation ceremony of King Charles III. The Nigerian leader will be joining other foreign dignitaries at the ceremony. The highly anticipated event is slated for Saturday, May 6th, 2023. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari is set to travel to London, United Kingdom, on … Read more

Buhari Terminates Appointment Of HYPREP’s Project Director

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Buhari has terminated the appointment of HYPREP’s project director. @NGRPresident announced the sacking of Ferdinand Giadom on Tuesday evening. Giadom is to be replaced with PROF. NANIBARINI ZABBEY as the new Project Coordinator of HYPREP. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the termination of the appointment of the Project Director of … Read more

Dabiri-Erewa Earns Reappointment As NiDCOM Chair Amid Sudan Evacuation Efforts

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In November 2018, President Buhari appointed Dabiri-Erewa as the Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM. However, the Senate delayed the confirmation of her appointment until May 2019. The president is asking the upper legislative chamber to consider her reappointment four years later. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has reappointed Abike Dabiri-Erewa for a second term … Read more

Senate Presidency: The Cabals Are At It Again

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By Femi Odere You would think that once PEFERN met with all those jostling for the Number 3 seat and expressed his choice, all the senators-elect under the APC banner would automatically fall in line. But the cabals, in different strategic formations, who never wanted PEFERN to emerge at the presidential primaries, let alone emerge … Read more

Lai Mohammed Maintains Buhari’s Interest In Quality Healthcare

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Buhari Praises Atiku, Peter Obi In Farewell Speech

Lai Mohammed assures Nigerians of a valid interest by the Muhammadu Buhari adminitstration to leave a lasting impact in the healthcare sector. This was disclosed by the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, during the commissioning of an 80-bed multi-purpose hospital in Oro. The commissioning of the hospital was part of the 2023 … Read more

Shehu Sani Exposes Actual Reason Behind FG’s Decision To Postpone 2023 Census

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Shehu Sani has revealed the true motive behind FG’s decision to postpone the 2023 census. Shehu Sani alleged that the postponement was a deliberate plan to shelve the burden on the next government. He made the revelation on Saturday via his verified Twitter handle. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Shehu Sani,  a former lawmaker, has … Read more

‘Impose Travel Restrictions On Buhari After May 29’ — PDP Urges International Community

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The PDP has called on the international community to impose a travel ban on President Buhari after May 29th. The PDP made the call on Friday during a news conference in Abuja. The PDP accused Buhari of undermining democracy by failing to arrange fair elections for Nigerians. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party … Read more

JUST IN: Buhari, Tinubu Observe Jum’aat Prayers Together At Aso Rock [PHOTOS]

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Buhari and Tinubu observed Jum’aat Prayers together at Aso Rock. The prayer was held at the Aso Rock Mosque in the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The prayer session was led by the Chief Imam of the Mosque, Malam Abubakar Sulaiman. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Friday joined President Muhammadu … Read more

We’ve Transformed Our Military – Buhari

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President Buhari has declared that a “major transformation” has taken place within the military. The president boasted that his administration has made remarkable progress in the fight against insurgents, militants, oil bunkers, kidnappers, and other criminal elements in the country. Buhari made the declaration while speaking at a ceremony attended by two former leaders of … Read more

Buhari In Closed-Door Meeting With APC Govs In Abuja [PHOTOS]

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Buhari met with APC governors in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday, granted an audience to the Governors of the Progressive Governor’s Forum at the State House. The meeting took place shortly after he attended the Nigerian Army Trooping and Presentation of Colours parade at Eagles Square in Abuja. More … Read more

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