Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the appointment of Speaker of House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila as Chief of Staff. The development was announced in a statement issued by Director of Information in the Presidency, Abiodun Oladunjoye on Friday. EDITOR’S PICKS Epe-Berger Bridge: A Ticking Time Bomb Crying … Read more
Recall Gbajabiamila earlier denied reports linking him to the appointment. It’s still not clear whether he will get the appointment or not. However, there is no official confirmation yet that he has gotten the job. Eko Hot Blog reports that Olanrewaju Smart Wasiu, the Chief of Staff (CoS) to the Speaker of the House of … Read more
Tinubu is expected to make his first appointments after being sworn in as President. At least three appointments – the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Chief of Staff, and presidential spokesperson are necessary. Names have been mentioned as those being considered by Tinubu including those of very close associates. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
El-Rufai has addressed speculations about his role in the upcoming administration led by Tinubu. He emphasizes that Nigeria’s progress is not limited to government positions and expresses his commitment to supporting the country’s development beyond his tenure as governor. El-Rufai also endorses Tinubu’s presidency, assuring Nigerians of a brighter future under his leadership. EKO HOT … Read more
Tayo Ayinde, Chief of Staff to Governor Sanwo-Olu, denies making any move to become Chief of Staff to President-elect Tinubu, amid rumors on social media. Ayinde affirms his commitment to Governor Sanwo-Olu and says he was appointed without social media advertisement. He also explains that the Chief of Staff position is sensitive and cannot be … Read more
Sanwo-Olu’s chief of staff has lost his wife. Eko Hot Blog reports that Adedoyin Ayinde, the wife of Tayo Ayinde, Chief of Staff to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is dead. EDITOR’S PICKS Arise TV Apologises To Tinubu For Airing Fake Report Tragedy: 21 Killed As Bus Crashes Into Canal VIDEO: Six Killed As Planes … Read more
The Chief of Staff to Lagos State Governor, Mr. Tayo Ayinde, has charged staff in his Office to be proactive, proficient and committed to enhancing their productivity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ayinde gave the charge while declaring open a two-day management retreat of the Office held at Colossus Hotel, Ikeja, adding that transforming and … Read more
Makinde Pays Condolence Visit To Late Alaafin’s Palace The governor was received by the Bashorun of Oyo who doubles as the Chairman of Council of Chiefs. EDITOR’S PICK Femi Gbajabiamila’s Installation As Aare Baasofin Suspended 2023: Source Reveals When Buhari Will Unveil Favourite Among Osinbajo, Tinubu, Amaechi, Others Lagos Govt Reopens Chrisland Schools EKO HOT … Read more
The new Chief of Staff, who holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA), is a certified Accountant and Financial consultant. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has appointed Segun Ogunwuyi as his new Chief of Staff with immediate effect. The appointment of Ogunwuyi by the governor was disclosed via … Read more
…the war against insurgency must be concluded with the restoration of peace and reconstruction of all the affected areas – Buhari President Muhammadu Buhari has urged the military and other security agents not to give breathing space to terrorists and criminals in the country. The President gave the charge on Thursday while addressing personnel of … Read more
Governor Matawalle has sacked his Chief of Staff, SSG, and commissioners. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Zamfara State, Bello Matawalle, has sacked the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Bala Bello Maru, the Chief of Staff, Colonel Bala Mande (rtd), and all 23 commissioners with immediate effect. Governor Matawalle made this … Read more
Government says appointment is questionable The successor of the late Adisa Logun as state chief of staff, Prince Abdulkadir Mahee, has reportedly collapsed. Mahee who was appointed Chief of Staff to the Kwara State Government following death of Logun collapsed at his residence and was rushed to a nearby community clinic. family sources disclosed that … Read more
Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has urged members of Ilorin Emirate and Kwarans in general to pray for the success of the Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, Prof Ibrahim Agboola Gambari, in office. The monarch also urged the former envoy to use his good office to better the lot of Ilorin people … Read more
Following the death of the Chief of Staff, Aminu Adisa Logun in Kwara State, the state government has ordered officials who had contact with the deceased in the past two weeks to embark on self-isolation while their samples are taken for COVID-19 test. This was contained in a statement issued by the State Commissioner of … Read more
Aminu Logun, Chief of Staff to Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has died on Tuesday at the age of 73. The news of his death was announced in a Twitter post by the Special Assistant, New Media to Kwara State Governor, Fafoluyi Olayinka. Read also: CAN Calls On Governors To Reopen Churches The tweet reads:, … Read more
The Borno State Government announced on Wednesday that the the Chief of Staff to Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, is dead. Isa Gusau, spokesperson to Borno Governor said in a statement that Babagana Wakil died on Wednesday and will be buried later in the day according to Islamic rites. Read Also: Fire Razes Brothel In … Read more
Gov. Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom has appointed Mr Ephraim Inyang-eyen, the state’s Commissioner of Works, as his Chief of Staff (CoF). Emmanuel had not appointed a chief of staff since he assumed office as governor in 2015. The Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Udoh, announced the appointment in a statement made available to newsmen … Read more
Presidency has denied report circulating the media space stating that President Muhammadu Buhari canceled all appointments and 150 memos signed by Late Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari. Ekohotblog recalls that on the 24th of May, 2020, TheGuardian Nigeria reported that President Muhammadu Buhari through the current Chief of Staff, Professor Ibrahim Agboola Gambari canceled all … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari’s Chief of Staff, Professor Ibrahim Gambari has resigned as Chairman of the Savannah Centre for Diplomacy, Democracy and Development (SCDDD), Dailypost reports. Gambari’s resignation was contained in a statement by the Executive Director of the Centre, Amb. Abdullahi Omaki. READ ALSO: 7.65bn Loot: Orji Kalu Hires Six SAN According to him, he … Read more
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated the newly appointed Chief of Staff in Nigeria Ibrahim Gambari Sanwo-Olu in a statement signed on his behalf by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, on Wednesday said Professor Ibrahim Gambari the new Chief Of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari is a man of impeccable character, right temperament, leadership, and … Read more