Eko Electricity Fires MD/CEO Amidst Allegations. Termination follows Sanda’s suspension by EKEDP Board of Directors clears staff of corruption allegations but complies with NERC directive to suspend WPG Limited employees at EKEDP. EKO HOT BLOG reports that West Power & Gas Limited, the parent company of Eko Electricity Distribution Plc (EKEDP), has announced the termination of … Read more
Yahaya Bello’s aide and other police officers detained. Detentions occurred at the State Criminal Investigation Department in Abuja, as confirmed by police sources. Inspector General of Police orders immediate withdrawal of officers from Bello, who faces corruption allegations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Police Force has detained the female aide-de-camp (ADC) and several other … Read more
Police and unidentified armed men block EFCC’s attempt to arrest ex-Governor Yahaya Bello. Tense standoff unfolds at Bello’s Abuja residence amidst legal battle and corruption allegations. Bello’s media office condemns EFCC’s actions, urges intervention to uphold rule of law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that In a tense standoff witnessed at the residence of embattled former Governor … Read more
Dispatch Rider speaks on Cash Deliveries For Emefiele. Witness recounts delivering cash to defendant’s residence, implicating co-defendant. Bail granted with strict conditions; trial proceedings ongoing with plea of not guilty. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in testimony before the Special Offences Court in Lagos on Friday, dispatch rider Monday Osazuwa recounted how the embattled former Central … Read more
Kano State High Court sets April 17 for arraignment of Abdullahi Ganduje and others on bribery charges. Charges relate to alleged bribery totaling $413,000 and N1.38 billion, with 15 witnesses summoned by the Kano State Government. Governor Abba Yusuf urges EFCC to release findings on alleged bribery video involving Ganduje EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
NLC Nullifies LP Convention, Calls For Transition Committee Amid Turmoil. Stakeholders suggest transition committee to manage party affairs during leadership vacuum. Calls for forensic audit and plans for inclusive national convention to address corruption allegations and restore stability. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress on Monday,declared null and void the national convention that … Read more
Kano APC chairman urges broad investigation into past administrations beyond immediate predecessor Ganduje, dating back to 1999. Allegations of mismanagement and fraudulent allocation of government assets during periods under scrutiny. Criticism of probe panel composition and accusations of political bias in investigations, with calls for comprehensive scrutiny of local government administrations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday warned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to stop meddling in the affairs of the National Assembly. This is even as it said the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has done nothing wrong to warrant quitting his position over the suspension of Senator Abdul Ningi. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kogi State Government has leveled accusations against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), alleging a targeted persecution of the immediate past governor, Yahaya Bello. In a statement issued on Friday by the state Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, the government contended that the purported witch-hunt was instigated by certain … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Eighteen out of the 26 members of Ogun state House of Assembly have on Tuesday impeached the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Olakunle Oluomo. According to a member of State House of Assembly, Oluomo was impeached for alleged embezzlement of funds, high-handedness and related offences. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Veteran Fuji Musician, Kollington … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has denied granting an interview in London recently where she allegedly indicted the current Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal. A widely circulated report on Saturday had claimed that the ex-minister, who served during former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration, spoke with journalists in London … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has uncovered a total sum of N37,170,855,753.44 allegedly laundered in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs under former minister, Sadiya Umar-Farouk. According to Punch, details of an ongoing probe by the anti-graft agency shows that the money was transferred from the Federal Government’s coffers … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) leadership has warned members and supporters of the Obidient Movement against incessant attacks on its National Chairman, Julius Abure. This online media platform reports that the party on Wednesday responded to the petition from some aggrieved LP members and stakeholders demanding the resignation of Abure following … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Citizens United for Democracy in Nigeria, a pro-good governance organization, has called upon the National Judicial Council (NJC) and other anti-corruption bodies to take immediate action and investigate what they allege to be corrupt verdicts by various election petition tribunals in the country. The group made the call in response … Read more
El-Rufai firmly denies any wrongdoing, stating he has never misappropriated funds or acquired lavish properties during his tenure. He challenged his predecessors to prove their innocence and refuted claims of corruption. El-Rufai highlighted his administration’s focus on accountability and quality, ensuring that funds are used for the benefit of the people. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
The EFCC has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss a case brought by Festus Keyamo against Atiku, while the ICPC also wants the court to ignore Keyamo’s suit. Keyamo filed the suit seeking an order for the EFCC, ICPC, and CCB to investigate and prosecute Abubakar. The case was based on claims … Read more
There is no plan to get El-Rufai impeached EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Speaker of Kaduna House of Assembly, Honourable Yusuf Zailani, has denied any plan by the lawmakers to impeach Governor Nasir El-Rufai. He described the purported impeachment move over corruption allegations as fake news. EDITOR’S PICK Tinubu Reveals Meeting … Read more
Attorney-general of the federation (AGF) and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, says he did not use his advantage position as the minister to corruptly enrich himself. Malami said this in reaction to corruption allegations levelled against him by a coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs). The group had asked the president Muhammadu Buhari to probe … Read more
A group of protesters in Abuja have stormed the streets demanding the arrest of former Lagos State Governor, Bola Tinubu over his Bullion van saga. The incident was reported on Twitter by the Nigerian Wailers. READ ALSO: Dana Air Resumes Flight July 9 https://twitter.com/NGRWailers/status/1280830202487201792?s=19 The protesters were spotted in a viral photo holding placards with … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it will look into allegations of financial impropriety leveled against speaker of the Lagos state house of assembly, Mudashiru Obasa. Obasa was, for the better part of the last two months, in the eye of the storm, over accusation of siphoning public funds and abusing his office. … Read more