Ghana’s Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed two legal challenges against a proposed anti-LGBT law that has drawn widespread criticism from rights groups. The bill, passed by lawmakers earlier this year, imposes up to three years in prison for individuals identifying as LGBT and up to five years for forming or funding LGBT organizations. Critics, including … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Association of Anambra State Women with Disabilities (AASWOWD), an umbrella organization representing various clusters of women with disabilities, has expressed deep concern over the discrimination and barriers they encounter when attempting to access healthcare services in Anambra State. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity – Osinbajo Tells … Read more
ASUP has rejected the newly reconstituted governing councils of Federal Government-owned polytechnics and universities. The union demands a review of the list to include former Rectors, Chief Lecturers, and other experienced personnel to prevent governance crises. ASUP views the appointments as discriminatory against polytechnics and believes the current list will not benefit the institutions. EKO … Read more
Obi Expresses Shock Over Reported Deportation Calls for Unity, Fairness, and Justice Awaits Investigation Outcome, Urges Calm Eko Hot Blog reports that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has reacted with shock to the alleged deportation of Osun indigenes from Lagos State. Expressing his dismay, Obi stated that the reported incident … Read more
Joe Biden Declares Easter Sunday For Transgender In The United States The day aims to honor transgender individuals and raise awareness about discrimination they face Biden’s proclamation supported by principles outlined in US Constitution EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Joe Biden has shown support for transgender people in the United States by officially designating Easter … Read more
On Tuesday, staff of KFC Nigeria at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos State, refused entry to Debola Daniel, the son of a former Governor of Ogun State, Gbenga Daniel, because he was in a wheelchair. In a series of tweets reported by Eko Hot Blog on Wednesday, Daniel said a KFC staff, whom … Read more
KFC continues to face blowback over its staff’s refusal to allow a wheelchair into its Lagos airport restaurant. The international restaurant brand attempted to apologise to Debola Daniel on Thursday. However, the apology has raised questions. Eko Hot Blog reports that KFC Nigeria, on Thursday, published an apology to Debola Daniel, the son of a … Read more
FAAN Shuts Down KFC Branch Over Discrimination Against Former Ogun gov’s Son. Closure prompted by social media report alleging discriminatory treatment of Passenger with Reduced Mobility. FAAN management intervenes swiftly, launches investigation into the allegation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has closed down a branch of the popular food … Read more
An APC chieftain has cautioned former Governor El-Rufai against setting Nigeria on fire with his words. The chieftain expressed disappointment at El-Rufai’s statements, alleging Islamic dominance and discrimination against Christians. He urges El-Rufai to refrain from misleading Nigerians and promote unity instead. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in … Read more
Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has denied accusations that he hates Northerners. Speaking at a Muslim community gathering in Anambra State, Obi emphasized his commitment to a united Nigeria and denied any form of discrimination based on tribe or religion. He called on Nigerians to hold him accountable for his … Read more