Civil society organizations criticize EFCC’s tactics against former Kogi governor, citing anti-democratic behavior. More than 120 CSOs gather in Lagos to denounce Federal Government’s handling of EFCC’s actions. Activists call for adherence to rule of law, warn against undermining judicial system. EKO HOT BLOG reports that several civil society organizations have criticized the Economic and Financial … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Civil society organizations in Kebbi State have expressed strong criticism of Governor Nasiru Idris for his decision to gift brand new SUVs to members of the state House of Assembly, state executive members, and heads of parastatals. The move, though seen as a gesture of appreciation, has been widely condemned for … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives Committee on Financial Crimes is preparing to enforce its constitutional powers against Binance Holdings Limited after the company failed to attend a public hearing. The hearing aimed to address allegations of terrorism financing, money laundering, tax evasion, and other illicit activities against the digital assets exchange operator … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that scores of people on Friday stormed the Government House, Port Harcourt, and Rivers State, protesting against the presidential intervention in the political crisis rocking the state. The protest was also in solidarity with the state governor, Siminilayi Fubara. The protesters include students, youths, civil society organisations, labor unions, and members of … Read more
Nigerians have been empowered to monitor capital projects in real-time as Buhari launched the Eyemark app. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has said the government edged forward in promoting sustainable development by creating a digital application, Eyemark, that enables citizens to monitor and evaluate capital projects, in real-time. EDITOR’S PICKS Doyin Okupe … Read more