In a show of compassion, President Buhari has offered his condolences to Aminu Dantata following the passing of his wife Hajiya Rabi. Hajiya Rabi died on Saturday in Saudi Arabia. Buhari supplicated to Allah that He accepts her good deeds. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the demise of Hajiya … Read more
Prince Bola Ajibola, former Attorney General recently passed away at the age of 89. Reacting to his passing, Nigeria’s president, Muhammadu Buhari sends his condolence. He described Ajibola as a man who used his God-given intellect and talent to advocate for justice. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the passing … Read more
SERAP and CJID have taken legal action against Buhari and others over the N5m fine imposed on Channels TV. Channels Television was fined N5 million by NBC for conducting an interview with Datti Baba-Ahmed that was deemed to have breached the NBC code. SERAP described the N5m fine as illegal and unconstitutional. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
FG has approved a pay rise for civil servants. The minister of Labour Chris Ngige stated this in what seems as his last Easter Message. He conveyed his warm congratulations and good wishes to the Christians on the occasion of the Easter festivities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris … Read more
Opposition parties, including the Labour Party, are at the election petition tribunal to dispute the 2023 presidential election results. The LP vice-presidential candidate recently called on President Buhari to delay the inauguration of President-elect Tinubu until the judicial process concludes. The statement prompted an angry reaction from Prof. Soyinka, who called the LP VP candidate … Read more
Buhari is preparing to leave office by May 29, 2023, and has refused to extend his tenure or create an interim national government. Some individuals have tried to persuade him to stay in power, but he has remained committed to a peaceful and seamless handover of power to the next administration. The Department of State … Read more
Buhari conducted his final Ramadan Tafsir as President before handing over. The attendees offered prayers for a successful transition to the next administration under Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. In 2015, Buhari was elected as Nigeria’s President, and in 2019, he was re-elected for a second term in office. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari … Read more
Christians all over the world are celebrating Good Friday today, April 7, 2023, to commemorate the death of Jesus Christ. The believers will celebrate Easter Sunday on Sunday, April 9, 2023, to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Governor Sanwo-Olu has sent an Easter message to everyone celebrating. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State … Read more
President Buhari has sent a message to Nigerians in celebration of Easter. In his message, the President emphasized the importance of Easter as a commemoration of the triumph of light over darkness. The President stressed that the Easter holiday of 2023 represents a possibility for a promising future and rejuvenated hope for the nation. EKO … Read more
Buhari mocks governors who lost senatorial bids. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari, went philosophical on Thursday, while reflecting on the outcome of the just-concluded general elections. The President who indirectly mocked a number of governors serving out their final terms, preparatory to upgrade to the Senate in the next dispensation, said the … Read more
Outgoing British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Catriona Wendy Laing paid a farewell visit ahead of her leaving Nigeria to President Buhari. The Diplomat expressed sadness leaving the country, praising Nigeria’s taste in music, dance and its culture. Ironically, Laing and President Muhammadu Buhari are both outgoing public officials of the respective seats, with Buhari having … Read more
Nigeria’s President Buhari has approved the disbursement of N320.3N320.3billion for Tertiary institutions in the country. This was announced by the executive secretary of TETFUND, Sonny Echono during the Fund’s annual strategic workshop. The intervention funds will be aimed at funding public Tertiary institutions in the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has … Read more
President Buhari has written to the Senate, requesting their approval of the Data Protection Bill. The objective of the Bill is to establish a lawful structure for safeguarding individuals’ personal data. The president also urged the Senate to approve the reappointment of Abdul Abubakar as non-Executive Director of the CBN for a second and final … Read more
By Philip Ibitoye On Wednesday, the Department of State Services (DSS) released a widely circulated statement, saying it has identified some key players in the plot for an Interim Government in Nigeria. The statement essentially confirmed some mischievous speculations on social media that an interim administration would be in place until the Supreme Court decides … Read more
Nigeria’s president, Muhammadu Buhari commends Nigerian-born boxer, Anthony Joshua on his victory over Jermaine Franklin. The president shares goodwill with his compatriot and commends his resilient spirit and mental strength in overcoming personal setbacks. Buhari recognizes the 3-time world champion for his hard work, patience and humility, which were key parts to his road to … Read more
The Lagos governorship election held on March 18, 2023. The electoral commission declared the incumbent governor as the winner of the election. He has promised Lagos residents to expect more rewards in the next four years. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday pledged that the wheel of governance in … Read more
Buhari has approved the appointment of 6 new Perm Secs. The appointees are Esuabana Asanye, Mahmud Kambari, Richard Pheelangwah, Lamuwa Ibrahim, Yakubu Kofar-Mata, and Oloruntola Michael. EKO HOT BLOG reports theat President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday approved the appointment of six new permanent secretaries in the Federal Civil Service, after the recently conducted selection process. … Read more
Former Inspector General of Police, Solomon Arase has been sworn in as the new chairman of the Service Commission by the President. The ceremony took place at the council chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja. In attendance were the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, the Chief of Staff to the President, Boss Mustapha and other … Read more
With months left to the end of his administration, President Buhari has vouched that the discovery of crude oil in Nasarawa State will yield positivity for the nation at large. Buhari made the declaration in a virtual message to the official spud-in of the Ebenyi-A Well located in the Middle Benue Trough, in Obi Local … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that fresh protests, on Thursday, rocked the nation’s capital, Abuja, over the just concluded elections, with protesters kicking against the May 29 inauguration of the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, and instead demanding the invocation of an Interim National Government, ING. EDITOR’S PICKS FULL LIST: Winners And Losers Of Governorship Elections In … Read more