Vice President Kashim Shettima criticized Nigerians who mocked President Bola Tinubu after he stumbled during the Democracy Day celebration, emphasizing that true leadership is about generating solutions, not physical strength. Vice President Kashim Shettima has criticized Nigerians who used the media to ridicule President Bola Tinubu after his stumble during the Democracy Day celebration on … Read more
Vice President Shettima refutes concerns about President Tinubu’s health, emphasizing his capability to lead with innovative ideas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima, addressed rumors about President Tinubu’s health on Friday, emphasizing that the President is brimming with ideas. These rumors began after President Tinubu stumbled during the Democracy Day … Read more
NLC and TUC warn governors against poor advice and await President Tinubu’s decision on minimum wage proposals, rejecting a ₦62,000 offer and demanding ₦250,000 instead. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) issued a warning on Saturday to certain governors, cautioning them against giving advice that … Read more
NLC Challenges Tinubu’s Stance On Minimum Wage Affordability. The NLC condemned Tinubu’s statement that the government could only pay what the country can afford, seeing it as a contradiction of his promise to pay a living wage. NLC spokesperson Benson Upah criticized Tinubu’s comments as inconsistent with his previous commitments during an interview. EKO HOT … Read more
By Kunle Aremu The Nigeria’s constitution has provided room for the review of national minimum wage but it seems the organised labour unions and those representing the Federal Government do not actually understand the context of that law. This was the import of the argument of the former Lagos State Governor Mr. Babatunde Fashola (SAN) … Read more
Tinubu discussed setting a new national minimum wage based on Nigeria’s financial capacity. His remarks were made during the 25th Democracy Day Anniversary Dinner in Abuja. Tinubu assured that the government would fulfill its obligations responsibly amid discussions with National Assembly leaders. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu emphasized during the 25th Democracy Day … Read more
Shehu Sani Urges President Tinubu to Pardon #EndSARS Protesters Detained Since 2020. The #EndSARS protest, which targeted police brutality, led to damage of police stations and subsequent arrests. Sani highlighted at a Democracy Day event that the protesters should be seen as champions of democracy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former lawmaker representing Kaduna Central, Senator … Read more
Peter Obi has wished President Tinubu well after the latter’s fall. Eko Hot Blog reports that Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, has discouraged gloating over President Bola Tinubu’s fall at the venue of the 2024 Democracy Day celebration. The former Anambra governor reacted to the incident … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has responded with good humor to the viral video capturing his slip while boarding the presidential vehicle at Eagles Square in Abuja. Tinubu playfully referred to the incident as a “swagger,” attributing it to his traditional Yoruba upbringing and explaining that he was actually performing a customary … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday momentarily lost his footing while boarding the parade vehicle at the 2024 Democracy Day event. The incident occurred shortly after the President arrived at Eagles Square in Abuja. As he approached the vehicle, he slipped briefly before regaining his balance and continuing with the program. … Read more
Tinubu Hails Media Outlets, Journalists As Heroes Of Nigerian Democracy. He has recognized the contributions of media outlets. Tinubu honored the memories of heroes who sacrificed their lives for democracy, including Chief MKO Abiola and others. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu delivered a heartfelt tribute to several media organizations on Wednesday, acknowledging their … Read more
President Bola Tinubu delivered a National Broadcast on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, Democracy Day. The broadcast addressed various issues, including those who fought for Nigeria’s return to democracy among which the late MKO Abiola, the acclaimed winner of the June 12 presidential election, is included. Here is the full text of the address: TEXT OF … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerians to remain vigilant against forces that might attempt to disrupt the current democratic framework. Acknowledging the economic challenges, he reaffirmed his commitment to supporting citizens through these trying times. The President urged Nigerians to continuously dedicate themselves to achieving economic democracy, emphasizing … Read more
DSS issues caution against potential violent protests on Democracy Day, June 12th. Agency emphasizes zero-tolerance policy towards violence. Citizens urged to express grievances through appropriate channels. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Department of State Services (DSS) has issued a caution to the public regarding potential violent protests preceding the scheduled demonstrations on Democracy Day, June … Read more
President Bola Tinubu addresses minimum wage in national broadcast on June 12. Pledges to send new national minimum wage proposal to National Assembly. Recommendations received by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu addressed the minimum wage matter in his national broadcast commemorating Nigeria’s 25th anniversary … Read more
The Senate adjourns plenary session until July 2, 2024, to allow participation in 2024 Democracy Day and end-of-session break. The Senate approved a N1.911 trillion budget for the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), but criticized the proposed N1 trillion borrowing for not following due process. NDDC’s 2024 budget includes N38.545 billion for personnel costs, N29.246 … Read more
By Fikayo Babalola The Federal Government has declared June 12 Democracy Day as a public holiday. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has declared Wednesday, June 12 a public holiday to mark this year’s Democracy Day, commemorating the country’s journey towards democratic governance. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior, Minister … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has announced a series of events to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Democracy Day, commemorating twenty-five years of uninterrupted democratic governance in Nigeria. The announcement was made in a notice issued by Abdulhakeem Adeoye, acting on behalf of the Director of Information and Public Relations in the … Read more
The nation celebrated Democracy Day on Monday. It was a day to commemorate the presumed election of the late MKO Abiola as Nigeria’s president on June 12, 1993. The Lagos governor led pro-democracy campaigners in tributes, wreath laying in honour of the late Abiola. Eko Hot Blog reports that struggles led by pro-democracy activists three … Read more
Gov. Umaru Bago of Niger State has pardoned 80 inmates in the state’s custodial centres, with their fines being immediately paid for their release. The decision was made to mark the 2023 Democracy Day and was based on the inmates’ old age, ill health, and good behavior. The government is also focused on addressing security … Read more