President-elect Donald Trump has selected long-time ally and veteran prosecutor Pam Bondi as his nominee for attorney general, following Matt Gaetz’s decision to withdraw from consideration earlier in the day. Bondi, who previously served as Florida’s attorney general, has extensive experience in law enforcement. A staunch Trump supporter, she was a member of his legal … Read more
Texas officials have announced that they are prepared to offer President-elect Donald Trump a 1,400-acre (567-hectare) plot of land along the US-Mexico border to construct detention facilities for undocumented migrants. In a letter to Trump, the Texas General Land Office proposed the land be used to build canters for “processing, detention, and coordination of the … Read more
Jimmy Lai, a towering figure in Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement, is testifying in court for the first time on Wednesday in a landmark national security trial that could result in a life sentence. The 76-year-old founder of the now-shuttered Apple Daily, a once-prominent pro-democracy tabloid, is accused of colluding with foreign forces through his media … Read more
Donald Trump has announced Linda McMahon, co-founder of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) and a long-time ally, as his nominee for education secretary. McMahon, who served as the Small Business Administration chief during Trump’s first presidency, has been a prominent supporter of Trump, contributing millions of dollars to his campaigns. In a statement on Truth Social, … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump celebrated his election victory on Saturday night with a high-profile appearance at the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC 309) event at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Accompanied by billionaire Elon Musk and greeted by cheering fans, Trump’s presence underscored his connection to the mixed martial arts (MMA) world, where some affectionately … Read more
Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed a commitment to collaborating with incoming U.S. President Donald Trump following his final meeting with outgoing leader Joe Biden. The two leaders convened on Saturday at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Peru, where they reflected on the “ups and downs” of U.S.-China relations during Biden’s tenure. Despite … Read more
Senior Hamas official Bassem Naim announced on Friday that the group is willing to agree to a ceasefire in Gaza, provided Israel adheres to specific terms. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News Host Pete Hegseth As Defence Secretary Sanwo-Olu Appoints Barr. Rekiya Olufunke Hassan as new Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA Meter Replacement Violations Will Face … Read more
Donald Trump described it as an “honour” to host Argentina’s President Javier Milei in Florida, marking the first meeting between Trump and a foreign leader since his November 5 U.S. presidential election victory. The meeting took place on Thursday at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort during a gala ahead of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) Investor … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has announced that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will head the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). EKO HOT BLOG reports that Trump made the announcement on Thursday in a statement on X (formerly known as Twitter). In his statement, Trump expressed confidence that the Kennedy-led HHS will play a pivotal role … Read more
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump was welcomed to the White House on Wednesday by outgoing President Joe Biden in a traditional transition meeting. The Oval Office meeting followed a fiercely contested election season, during which Biden exited the race in the summer after a challenging debate with Trump. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump revealed on Tuesday that Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head a newly created “Department of Government Efficiency” in his second term. Trump praised the two men, stating, “Together, these two wonderful Americans will pave the way for my administration to dismantle government bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump is moving quickly to form his administration, appointing key allies to vital roles as he works to fast-track his policy agenda before his inauguration. Within days of his election victory, Trump has begun filling critical positions, choosing well-known loyalists and signaling his intention to bypass Senate confirmations for some appointments. Among … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik as his pick for U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. In a statement, Trump expressed his confidence in Stefanik, saying, “I am honoured to nominate Chairwoman Elise Stefanik to serve in my Cabinet as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Elise is an incredibly strong, tough, … Read more
Former Vice President Kamala Harris’s communications director, Jamal Simmons, recently suggested that President Joe Biden should consider stepping down to allow Harris to become the first female president. Speaking on CNN’s State of the Union, Simmons praised Biden’s leadership and proposed that he could fulfill a final promise by resigning, describing him as a “transitional … Read more
The Kremlin has dismissed a report by The Washington Post alleging that former U.S. President and current president-elect Donald Trump spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin last Thursday, urging him not to escalate the conflict in Ukraine. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump has announced the appointment of Tom Homan, former Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as his administration’s “Border Czar,” responsible for overseeing national border security and managing the deportation of undocumented immigrants. Trump expressed strong confidence in Homan’s abilities, saying, “I am pleased to announce that the Former ICE Director, … Read more
Contrary to circulating claims, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has not made any statements about restoring electoral integrity in Nigeria. This rumor surfaced after former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan congratulated Trump on his election victory in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Jonathan wrote, “Dear President Trump, I extend my … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned opposition parties in Nigeria against drawing conclusions from U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’s defeat in the recent presidential election, stating that President Bola Tinubu remains well-positioned for victory in the 2027 elections. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate … Read more
U.S. prosecutors on Friday announced charges in an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate former president Donald Trump. According to the Justice Department, the plot was orchestrated by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as retaliation for the 2020 U.S. strike that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani, an action ordered by Trump during his presidency. The … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump has made his first cabinet appointment after his decisive election win at the poll. This is as he signaled his intent to ditch the outgoing administration’s policies by talking to Russian President, Vladimir Putin. In the cabinet pick, his campaign manager, Susie Wiles, will serve as his White House chief of … Read more