EKO HOT BLOG reports that in response to the sudden withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the regional bloc has expressed its readiness for a “negotiated solution.” This development comes after the military regimes of the three Sahel nations announced their immediate departure from the group. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced Sunday their immediate withdrawal from the Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS). The leaders of the three Sahel nations issued a statement saying it was a “sovereign decision” to leave the Economic Community of West African States “without delay”. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, disclosed on Tuesday that American countries are ready to invest in Nigeria. Blinken stated this in Abuja while addressing the press after his meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa. Editor’s Picks US Secretary Of State, Antony Blinken Arrives … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, on Tuesday, arrived in Nigeria. Upon arrival in Nigeria through the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, the top American official departed for the Aso Rock Villa to meet President Bola Tinubu. His visit represents the highest-ranking official from the Joe Biden Administration to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Liberian President Joseph Boakai suffered a heat stroke on Monday after his inauguration as the leader of the West African country. The presidential inauguration came to an abrupt end when Boakai suddenly suffered a stroke while reading his acceptance speech. Editor’s Picks Fubara Suffers Setback As Court Voids Passage Of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have resolved to urgently review efforts to activate a standby force for counterterrorism operations in areas infested by terrorist groups. This was made known in a communiqué read by Dr. Omar Touray, President of ECOWAS Commission, at the end of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday received the 64th Extraordinary Session of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government at the State House Conference Centre. The visiting Head of States and leaders were received by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar and ECOWAS president, Omar Touray. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigeria … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has highlighted the importance of cooperation for economic growth in West Africa, noting that the lack of collaboration between Nigeria and Benin Republic has hindered shared development. During a meeting with Benin Republic’s President, Patrice Talon at the State House in Abuja, President Tinubu pointed out the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s President and Chairman, Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS), Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the government and people of Liberia on the successful conduct of the Liberian Presidential Election. Tinubu made this known in a statement on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Olaf Scholz, has disclosed that plans are underway for his country to provide cheap electricity to member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This online media platform reports that the German Chancellor revealed this after a meeting with … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has rejected overtures by the head of the military junta Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, to have direct access and discussion with him. This came amidst renewed efforts to resolve the crisis in the West African country. According to an online platform, Empowered Newswire, diplomatic sources … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the counsel to the ousted President of Niger Republic, Mohamed Bazoum on Wednesday disclosed that his client has appealed to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)’s court to secure his release. This online media recalls that military officers on the 26th of July, overthrew Bazoum. EDITOR’S PICKS Ogun … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the junta in the Republic of Niger has renounced its military deal with the neighbouring Benin Republic. The military junta in Niger announced this in a statement read on national television on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, saying that Benin had “authorised the deployment of soldiers, mercenaries, and war materials” in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is gearing up to unveil the Joint Platform for Advancing Cybersecurity in West Africa. This highly-anticipated launch is scheduled to occur on Tuesday, September 12th, in the capital city of Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Obi Supporters In Diaspora Reject Judgement, Back Supreme Court … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government has dismissed any fears of a military coup in Nigeria, saying the country has fully embraced democracy and that the country’s democratic institutions were becoming stronger. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this following the latest coup in Africa. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the coup leaders in Niger Republic have announced a military alliance with neighboring nations of Burkina Faso and Mali whose current leaders also seized power in separate military coups. The three countries announced the alliance in a joint statement by their foreign ministers in Niamey, Niger’s capital on Friday. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai has said he lost valuable moments when he was involved in public affairs. Speaking via Twitter on Tuesday morning, the former governor encourage the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to avoid war with the Niger Republic, insisting that the relationship between … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports tha the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has reportedly rejected the three-year power transition plan proposed by the military junta in the Niger Republic. ECOWAS commissioner for political affairs, peace and security, Abdel-Fatau Musah, declared this during an interview with BBC on Sunday evening. More details shortly… Click to … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Algeria has rejected the plans of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to carry out a military intervention in the Niger Republic to restore democratic rule. Recall that ECOWAS defence chiefs had agreed upon a tentative date for potential military intervention in Niger should diplomatic negotiations fail. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the leader of the military coup in the Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani on Saturday said the army will hand over power to the civilian government within the next three years. Tchiani and other presidential guards took over power democratically elected president, Mohamed Bazoum in July. It would be recalled … Read more