Rhodes-Vivour’s Defection From Labour Party To ADC A Patriotic Act – Lagos ADC Chairman Ashiru says move strengthens opposition and boosts ADC ranks. Party promises credible alternative for Nigerians ahead of future polls. The Lagos State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has welcomed the defection of former Labour Party governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, … Read more
As we near the end of 2024, Nigeria has experienced several major political events that have significantly impacted the nation. Eko Hot Blog reports that some of the most notable include: 1. Introduction of Old National Anthem In May 2024, Nigeria made a historic decision to adopt a new national anthem titled “Nigeria, We Hail … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Delta State sued the member representing the Ethiope-East/Ethiope-West Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Erhiatake Ibori-Sueni, daughter of former Governor of Delta State, James Ibori, for defecting to the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state. The PDP suit was filed on the 11th of December, 2024 by … Read more
Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, the Representative of Ethiope Federal Constituency in the National Assembly and daughter of former Delta State Governor James Ibori, has described her recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a defining moment in her political career. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared the seat of Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, the member representing the Ethiope East/Ethiope West Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, vacant. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this follows her defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement issued on Friday, the PDP called on the Independent National … Read more
Former Senate President Pius Anyim, accompanied by Governors Hope Uzodimma and Francis Nwifuru, meets with Tinubu after defecting from PDP to APC. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu received former Senate President Pius Anyim, who recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Wednesday. Anyim was accompanied … Read more
Philip Shaibu, Edo Deputy Governor, rejoins APC, with Oshiomhole calling it a typical political move. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former Edo State Governor, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, has described the reinstated Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu’s return to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the ‘nature of politics’. The embattled Deputy Governor dumped the main opposition … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Phillip Shaibu, has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Shaibu announced his departure from the main opposition party at a campaign rally held on Saturday in the state. EDITOR’S PICK FG To Repatriate 250 More Nigerians From UAE JUST IN: Imo … Read more
Former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim defects from PDP to APC during a campaign event in Abakaliki, joined by other prominent political figures. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former President of the Senate, Anyim Pius Anyim, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made at … Read more
PDP asserts control over Rivers State after lawmakers’ defection Defectors deemed to have vacated seats per constitutional provisions Party cautions APC against attempts to forcefully take over the state Eko Hot Blog reports that amidst the ongoing political tussle in Rivers State, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared its firm control over the state’s … Read more
Former Edo Speaker resigns from PDP, citing alienation by Governor Obaseki. Dissatisfaction with PDP governorship candidate’s remarks on Obaseki’s policies. Indications suggest Okiye may join APC EKO HOT BLOG reports that Frank Okiye, former Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect. He cited the … Read more
Former PDP candidate Valentine Ozigbo aims to defeat Gov. Soludo in 2025. Over 300 APGA defectors join Labour Party, citing dissatisfaction with Soludo’s administration. Ozigbo and Labour Party leaders express confidence in future electoral success and pledge to address governance issues in Anambra State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Valentine Ozigbo, former governorship candidate of the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former Minister of Aviation, Fidelia Njeze, Senator Chukwuka Utazi, and other party stakeholders have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Other prominent members of the PDP who defected to APC are Davidson Nnamani, Princess Juliet Oloto, Chika Idoko, Jonathan Eze, Umunna Ugwu and … Read more
Six Lawmakers Dump LP For PDP In Enugu Amid Party Crisis Leadership dispute arises as Labour Party Board of Trustees claims control. Controversy erupts within the party over the alleged takeover and leadership transition. EKO HOT BLOG reports that six members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, who were elected under the Labour Party banner, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Peter Ede, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ebonyi State. A former federal lawmaker who represented Ezza North/Ishielu Federal Constituency, alongside his huge number of supporters, joined the ruling party at an event which took place at the state … Read more
Ekp Hot Blog reports that the political atmosphere in Kano State has been stirred by the invitation extended by Abdullahi Ganduje, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former governor of Kano State, to the state’s incumbent governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, and the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that members of the Rivers State House of Assembly who defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) have withdrawn the impeachment notice against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The lawmakers believed to be loyal to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, withdrew the impeachment notice during their sitting … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has insisted that there is no going back on the issue of the 25 Rivers State Assembly lawmakers who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The PDP in a statement released on Tuesday at the end of an emergency meeting of its National Working … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Coordinator of South-South Leadership Forum, Anabs Sara-Igbe, has revealed that the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara contemplated resigning before the political turmoil in the state intensified. Sara-Igbe noted that it was the persuasion of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders that convinced Fubara to stay on. EDITOR’S PICKS New … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) has reacted to the defection of 27 lawmakers from the Rivers State House of Assembly. This online media platform recall that various political stakeholders have claimed that the defection of the lawmakers automatically means that they have lost their seats in the legislature. EDITOR’S PICKS New … Read more