Tech Guru Elon Musk Sets to join Politics Speakership of the House Rand Paul’s Nomination Sparks Controversy United States Senator for Kentucky, Rand Paul, has sparked a political uproar by endorsing tech billionaire Elon Musk as the next Speaker of the House. Eko Hot Blog gathers that Elon Musk was very active during the last … Read more
The National headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja has received a court order prohibiting the party from conducting congresses at all levels in Nasarawa State. This order was delivered via substituted service following an ex parte motion filed by 16 party members, including Senator Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo, who represents Nasarawa South in … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed regret over its decision to abstain from the #EndBadGovernance protest that took place in August. Benson Upah, the NLC’s Head of Information, accused the Bola Tinubu-led administration of silencing confrontation voices and suppressing dissent. During an interview on Arise TV on Tuesday, Upah accused … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Chairman of the Arewa Community in the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Sa’adu Yusuf Dandare Gulma, has extended his warmest congratulations to Cardinal Omolaja Odumbaku, MFR, on his 78th birthday. In a statement, Alhaji Sa’adu commended Cardinal Odumbaku, affectionately known as “Baba Eto,” for his exemplary … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), led by the Local Government Area (LGA) Party Chairmen, held a crucial quarterly meeting. The meeting aimed at strengthening strategies for the upcoming elections across the state. This second edition of the high-profile gathering took place on Wednesday, 17th July … Read more
NLC and TUC declare nationwide strike over minimum wage deadlock. Festus Osifo announces strike during joint press conference in Abuja. Strike set to begin on Monday, June 3rd, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) jointly announced a nationwide strike set to commence on Monday, June … Read more
India votes in second phase of massive election, focusing on Modi’s record and opposition’s promises. Modi’s BJP faces off against a coalition pledging affirmative action and subsidies. Rahul Gandhi contests in Kerala amid concerns over voter turnout and campaign intensity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that India commenced voting in the second phase of its massive … Read more
Congress postpones TikTok ban until after 2024 election. ByteDance has 9-12 months to sell TikTok or face nationwide prohibition. President Biden may extend deadline by 90 days if progress towards divestiture is significant. Eko hot blog reports that In a move impacting the fate of TikTok in the U.S., Congress has included a provision in … Read more
Japan’s Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, emphasizes the critical need for U.S. support to prevent Ukraine from collapsing under Russian aggression. Kishida highlights the potential ripple effects on East Asia and urges Americans not to doubt their country’s global role. The call for support comes amidst political divisions in the U.S., with the Biden administration’s aid … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that on Thursday, the Peoples Democratic Party clarified that it has not designated its governorship ticket to any senatorial district in Ondo State for the upcoming November 16, 2024, governorship election. The party ensured all aspirants of an equitable competition, announcing that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and his Osun State … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a unanimous decision on Monday, the US Supreme Court removed a significant obstacle to former President Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House by dismissing a ruling from a Colorado state court. The ruling could have barred him from appearing on the Colorado ballot due to allegations of insurrection. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria Labour Congress union members in Lagos assembled at Ikeja underbridge, singing, dancing, and urging the government to attentively consider their demands. Editor’s Pick FG Told To Hike Tax On Sugary Drinks From N10 To N130 Per Litre 27 Miscreants Sentenced For Obstructing Lagos Pedestrian Bridges Salaries Of Senators, Reps … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has said that a new minimum wage of N100,000 is not viable. Onanuga stated this during an interview on Arise TV on Monday Night. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Commissioner for Information in Imo State, Declan Emelumba, has debunked the speculations that officials of the state government were not among the suspects arrested in connection with an assault on the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero. This online media platform recalls that the organised labour, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that barely 24 hours after embarking on nationwide protests against the removal of fuel subsidy, the Organised Labour has suspended its proposed strike action. The President of Trade Union Congress, Festus Osifo made this known during an interview with Arise News on Thursday morning. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints Special Investigator … Read more
Xi Jinping has secured a third term as China’s leader. Eko Hot Blog reports that Chinese leader Xi Jinping has formally stepped into his norm-breaking third term. EDITOR’S PICKS Liz Truss Resigns As UK PM After Fiscal Policy Struggles UK Home Secretary Resigns As Pressure Mounts On PM Liz Truss Ukraine War: Moscow Elites Plotting … Read more
PDP has announced new date for Lagos state congress appeal panel. The party approved Tuesday 8, March 2022 for the Lagos State Congress Appeal Panel. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has approved Tuesday 8, March 2022 for the Lagos State Congress Appeal Panel. PDP in … Read more
38 Lawmakers asked 79-yr-old Biden to take cognitive test says something isn’t right EKO HOT BLOG reports that dozens of Republican lawmakers are once again calling for President Biden to take cognitive test, urging him to “follow the example set by former President Trump.” In a letter, signed by 37 of his Republican colleagues in … Read more
PDP has rejected Ekiti delegate congress. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has nullified the outcome of the party’s January 15, 2022 Ekiti state delegate congress. The party elected a three-member ad hoc ward delegate to elect the PDP flag bearer in the July governorship election. Read … Read more
Controversy has trailed disruption of Zamfara PDP congress. EKO HOT BLOG reports that controversy has trailed the disruption of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) congress in Zamfara State by suspected thugs. On Monday, suspected thugs disrupted the congress, damaging canopies and other items at the venue of the event in the Samaru area of Gusau. … Read more