Peter Obi has responded to accusations made by the Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed. Lai Mohammed accused Obi of committing treason and inciting violence over the outcome of the Presidential election, but Obi has denied these allegations and stressed that he has always upheld the principles of democracy and rule of law. Obi also stated … Read more
The Defence Headquarters has vowed to resist anything that would truncate democracy ahead of the May 29 handover. The Chief of Army Staff has warned against threats to national security and democracy, including potential threats from fringe groups. The military’s commitment to ensuring security across the country has been commended after the peaceful conduct of … Read more
European Union has been asked to save Nigeria’s democracy from collapse. The group made the plea when it led a protest to the EU headquarters in Abuja. INEC had declared Bola Tinubu winner of the 2023 presidential election. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the European Union, EU, has been urged to save Nigeria’s nascent democracy … Read more
Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State met with President Buhari to discuss the alleged plot to set aside the constitution and install an interim government. Lalong asserted that such a plan is impossible under the current administration and goes against democratic principles. He expresses confidence in the incoming President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to meet the … Read more
Former Minister Senator Dayo Adeyeye has criticised the idea of an interim government in Nigeria ahead of the May 29 handover date. He warns against those promoting anarchy, he also opposed the prophecy that Peter Obi will be sworn in as President. According to Adeyeye the February 25 election that produced Bola Tinubu was the … Read more
The Atiku/Okwa Presidential Campaign Council has accused Wike of being behind Ayu’s suspension. Ayu was suspended for alleged anti-party activities by the executive of his ward in Benue State. The campaign council has condemned Wike’s alleged role in the PDP crisis and urged him to retrace his steps in the interest of democracy. EKO HOT … Read more
Atiku Abubakar has rejected the purported legitimacy of the 2023 presidential election in Nigeria. The PDP candidate refused to give credence to a “fake” press release that misrepresented his position. He has determined to challenge the election results in court and fight for the interests of the Nigerian people. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
By Praise Ben In due course, a thorough analysis of the February 25 presidential poll in Nigeria will be conducted and recorded for historical reference. But for now, those who botched the election and restricted the people’s ability to openly choose their leader already bear the stigma of infamy. As Nigerians gear up for the … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE Democracy is a political paradigm, albeit, with a specific ideological undertone; and the ideological tone refers to the attributes of democracy. Indeed, that distinguishes it from other ideological classifications. Making it simpler, democracy is different from, say, monarchy in that, while the former embraces and encourages all to participate in a political … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE Talking seriously, Democracy as a concept was alien to Africa, and by implication, Nigeria. Largely, right from inception, democratic norms and values were never assimilated and internalised by Africans. EDITOR’S PICKS Issues President-elect Tinubu Must Prioritise INEC Declares Tinubu Winner Of Nigeria’s 2023 Presidential Election ‘Opposition’s Performance Was Excellent’ — Fayemi Proposes … Read more
Fani Kayode has stated that Emefiele’s move to change the naira notes is against Nigerian democracy. Emefiele, according to the former minister of aviation, “weaponised the apex bank.” Fani-Kayode also stated that the CBN governor is out to cause a crisis, provoke a people’s uprising and derail the country’s democracy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Wike has stated that no election in Nigeria has been conducted freely and fairly. Wike spoke on Thursday during the 2023 Port Harcourt City International Conference in Port Harcourt. According to Wike, the success or failure of good governance would decide the faith in democracy in the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor … Read more
By Praise Ben Since its independence in 1960, Nigeria’s electoral history and democratic development have frequently contained ‘violence’. The time leading up to, during, and following elections always sees an escalation of different forms of this threatening act across the nation. The country’s electoral body, the Independent National Electoral Commission, has already begun to … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has urged politicians and public office holders not to gag the media, saying press freedom was important in a democracy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has admonished politicians and public office holders against gaging the media, saying press freedom was important in a democracy. He made … Read more
French President, Emmanuel Macron Views Unvaccinated As ‘Non-Citizens’, Vows To “Piss Them Off” EKO HOT BLOG reports that the French President, Emmanuel Macron said he no longer considers the unvaccinated to be French citizens and that his primary COVID-19 strategy is to continue to “piss them off” until they submit to his COVID-19 mandates. Macron, … Read more
China and Russia attack Biden’s ‘so-called’ Summit of Democracy EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chinese and Russian state media are going all out to trash the Biden administration’s Summit for Democracy, which is taking place this week, labeling it hypocritical. In a flurry of tweets, Chinese diplomats refer to the gathering as a “so-called” … Read more
The Goodluck Jonathan Foundation (GJF) has challenged African leaders to safeguard democracies. Ann Iyonu, Director of the organization founded by the ex-President, urged leaders in a statement released to commemorate 2021 International Day of Democracy, EkoHotBlog reports. The day is celebrated across the globe every September 15. GJF charged governments across boards to deliver good … Read more
Democracy is said to be the government of the people, by the people, and for the people. A system predicated on inclusive and collective governance for the overall good of the people and society. Interestingly, democracy is a game of numbers, therefore, the concept of the majority is sacrosanct to a productive and developmental approach … Read more
The legislators were unanimous in their call for a speedy passage of the bill which amended the 2014 Principal Law of Ekiti State. The Ekiti State House of Assembly has passed a Bill seeking to create 19 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the State. The House then approved the creation of the LCDAs following … Read more
After what allegedly turned out to be a heated debate, it was gathered that everyone at the meeting agreed that the first step to addressing the “elephant in the room” was to suspend the congresses, which unfortunately was held last weekend. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami as well as … Read more