Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the payment of NECO fees for 55,000 students of public schools. The governor urged the students to work hard and reciprocate the gesture by getting good results. The governor also assured the people of the state that his administration is coming up with policies and programs to … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has signed the Students Loan Bill into law, fulfilling one of his electoral promises. The law aims to assist indigent students in accessing federal government loans for their education. The announcement was made by the President’s media team in Abuja, led by Mr Dele Alake, a member of the Presidential Strategic Team. … Read more
President Tinubu hails MKO Abiola as democracy’s symbol and pledges massive investments to improve Nigerians’ lives despite fuel subsidy removal. Tinubu defends the decision to remove subsidies, promising infrastructure, education, and healthcare improvements to alleviate citizens’ hardships. Emphasizing the rule of law, Tinubu rejects illegal orders, enacts retirement age reform, and highlights the contested … Read more
The Coalition of Oodua Self-Determination Groups supports Tinubu’s decision to remove fuel subsidy and The group urges Nigerians to do the same, emphasizing that Nigeria cannot afford to continue budgeting trillions of naira on subsidy alone. They believe the funds allocated to subsidy can be better utilized to address various deficits and improve the quality … Read more
Oluremi Tinubu, wife of President Bola Tinubu, officially visits the office of the First Lady. She is received by the Permanent Secretary of the State House and explores various units within the First Lady’s wing. Mrs. Tinubu, with a background in education and philanthropy, has been actively involved in politics as a senator and a … Read more
President Tinubu announces the end of fuel subsidy in his inaugural speech at the Eagle Square. The decision aims to redirect funds towards infrastructure, education, healthcare, and job creation. He emphasized the need to address security challenges, revitalize the economy and promote agriculture. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in his inaugural speech at the Eagle … Read more
As Nigeria prepares for the inauguration of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu as the country’s 16th president, there are key things you need to know. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that ahead of the inauguration, Nigerians have called on the president-elect to take quick actions to tackle critical issues in the country’s economy, security, fuel subsidy and … Read more
In a statement today, Peter Obi has urged Nigerian leaders to prioritize the future of children in their political decisions. He emphasized the need for investments in health and education for sustainable national development. The call was made as part of activities marking the celebration of Children’s Day across the world. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
The Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, has emphasized the need to test the resilience of the nation’s judicial system in the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal. They called on the incoming government to prioritize security, education, healthcare, and infrastructural development for a united and prosperous nation. The Church also urges the government to address rising inflation, … Read more
President-elect Bola Tinubu and Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima are set to take over the reins of Nigeria on May 29, 2023. Recall that Tinubu and Shettima won the presidential election held across 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on February 25, 2023. The Independent National Electoral Commission declared Tinubu and Shettima president-elect and … Read more
Notable figures, including Peter Obi, Atiku, Osinbajo, and current governors, gathered to honour the late father of Bayelsa State Senator Duoye Diri. The ceremony took place at St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Sampou, Kolokumokokuma, Bayelsa State. The event highlights the importance of education as a foundation for growth, development, character and leadership qualities. EKO HOT … Read more
A Nigerian student named Lotanna Azuokeke has broken a record in his school by scoring 99 marks in Mathematics in the just concluded 2023 UTME. He scored an overall 337 score in the examination, including 88 marks in Chemistry, 86 in Physics and 64 in the English Language. This score broke the previous record of … Read more
JAMB has released the results of the 2023 UTME examination. Over 1.5 million candidates registered for the exam, with their results now available via a text message system provided by JAMB. However, some candidates have been disqualified due to absences or ongoing investigations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) … Read more
JAMB has rescheduled the UTME exam for candidates who couldn’t sit due to technical issues. The affected candidates will write their exams on Saturday, May 6, 2023, and JAMB has directed them to print their examination notification slips before Thursday. Candidates will be grouped in a central location within their respective states to write the … Read more
The Army Children High School (ACHS) alumni hosted a two-day reunion to give back to their alma mater, catch up with one another, and honor their teachers. The reunion witnessed the donation of projects, including the inauguration of two classrooms and the presentation of awards of excellence to deserving teachers. The cultural presentation by the … Read more
The Lagos government and CASIO partnered for the project. It is expected to help students develop the critical and high-order thinking skills necessary for 21st-century education. The government said it intends to derive full benefit from the project. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government and CASIO Middle East Africa (CMEA) with its … Read more
A student in an Epe junior secondary school was recently sent home because her bag featured a sticker in support of Peter Obi. The school principal claimed the student was campaigning for Obi in school. The Lagos government has subsequently summoned the principal to explain the incident. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has continued his recent daily mentions of his administration’s achievements in the last four years. The latest update focuses on the Lagos government’s achievements in the education sector. The governor is facing an uphill battle to win a second term in office. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reeled … Read more
The Lagos governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, submitted a budget of N1.693 trillion to the Lagos State House of Assembly on October 27, 2022. The lawmakers approved an appropriation bill of 1.768 trillion on December 12, 2022. Sanwo-Olu signed the bill into law on January 27, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has … Read more