Jonathan claims betrayal by PDP insiders Blames Adamu Mu’azu, Northern elites, IGP Anger with party drove his distance from PDP Former President Goodluck Jonathan has stated that his unexpected loss in the 2015 presidential election was the result of betrayal from within his own party. Eko Hot Blog reports that Jonathan, in his book Against … Read more
Tinubu urges Nigerians to reduce electricity bills by switching off lights. Electricity and petrol price hikes have sparked public criticism. Edwin Clark calls on Tinubu to avoid nepotism in appointments. President Bola Tinubu has advised Nigerians to switch off their lights to help reduce electricity bills amidst rising energy costs. Following his inauguration in May … Read more
Elder statesman, Edwin Clark, has slammed the pushback by the 19 northern governors against the tax reform bills introduced by President Bola Tinubu. The nonagenarian stated this on the Sunday edition of Inside Sources with Laolu Akande, a socio-political programme aired on Channels Television. “As far as I am concerned, that tax bill must go … Read more
Elder statesman, Edwin Clark, has described the removal of former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen, as disgraceful, callous, unjust and so barbaric. This is ad he commended Chief Justice of the Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, for her decisive actions in resolving what he called the injustices faced by former one of her predecessors. The former … Read more
A potential showdown is looming between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, as the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) prepares to meet on Wednesday. This conflict stems from ongoing political tensions in Rivers State, where Wike and the state governor, Siminalayi Fubara, both … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, Nyesom Wike, has vowed to remain in the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, despite the party’s internal crisis. He made the vow while speaking at a media parley on Wednesday, marking his first anniversary as a minister. EDITOR’S PICKS Midnight Fire Destroys Multi-Million Naira Goods in Anambra … Read more
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide accuses the federal government of marginalizing Igbos through fewer states, ministerial slots, and neglect in infrastructure development, along with the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has accused the federal government of marginalizing the Igbo people in Nigeria. The President General of the group, Chief … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Elder statesman and leader of the Ijaw Nation, Edwin Clark, has ruled out mercenaries in soldiers’ killings in the Okuama community in Ughelli South local government area of Delta state last week. Speaking during plenary on Tuesday, Akpabio said that those who committed the crime were mercenaries and were not … Read more
Edwin Clark, says Buhari’s administration set the country back five decades in his eight years in office. Clark says the administration failed abysmally and recorded economic collapse. Clark faulted the former President for eulogizing his achievements during the book launch, Eko Hot Blog reports that elder Statesman and Leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum, Chief … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an elder statesman, Edwin Clark, reacted to the ongoing political crisis in Ondo State. There has been a political crisis in Ondo State following the failure of Ondo State governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, to resume duty after his medical trip abroad, and the plot to impeach the deputy governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. … Read more
Edwin Clark has urged authorities to prosecute Lai Mohammed for spreading what he describes as “fake news” about Peter Obi. Clark in a statement on Monday declared that Lai Mohammed’s recent visit to the United States, during which he accused Peter Obi of treason, is an exercise in futility. According to Clark, legal action should … Read more
Okowa has been given 48 hours to retract his comment on the Ijaw National leader. Clark had accused Okowa of betraying the south for accepting to be Atiku’s running mate. PANDEF spokesperson Ken Robinson stated that Okowa should respond to Clark’s questions because Nigerians have a right to know how public dollars are used. EKO … Read more
Why We Won’t Endorse Peter Obi— Ohanaeze EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Pan Igbo organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has said that it is not its duty to endorse the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi. Rather, the organisation said its duty is to commend people who have seen the … Read more
Says Southerners In PDP Are Supporting Candidate From North-East To Win 2023 Presidency Kalu Identifies Shortest Route For South-East To Become President EDITOR’S PICK: Orji Kalu Pulls Out Of Presidential Race, Gives Reasons 2023: Reno Omokri Speaks On ‘Big Deal’ Hours After Jonathan Reportedly Joined APC 2023: 5 Things I Will Do As President Of … Read more
2023 Presidency: Clark Sends Crucial Message To Northern Aspirants EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ijaw national leader, Chief Edwin Clark, has urged northern aspirants to reconsider their presidential ambition ahead of the 2023 general elections. Clark asked aspirants such as former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar; former Senate President, Bukola Saraki; and Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu … Read more
Chief Edwin Clark has been critical of the present administration in Nigeria EKO HOT BLOG reports that elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark has said a new Constitution is the only way Nigeria can avert disintegration. In a recent statement titled, ‘Majority of Nigerians believe in State Police because it is one Cardinal points or one … Read more
Igbos must produce Nigeria’s next president in 2023 – Edwin Clark EKO HOT BLOG reports that Edwin Clark, leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum, has maintained that the Southeast “must” produce Nigeria’s next president in 2023. Clark disclosed this when a presidential aspirant, Anyim Pius Anyim, visited him on Friday. He urged Anyim to collaborate … Read more
The Niger Delta Avengers has announced its return, vowing to cripple Nigeria’s economy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Niger Delta Avengers, the militant group that almost crippled Nigeria’s economy during the first term of President Muhammadu Buhari, has declared its return in the country. The militant group made the declaration via a statement on … Read more
His remarks come days after 17 governors of the southern region conveyed an emergency security meeting in Asaba, the Delta State capital. The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) cannot fix the myriad of security challenges facing the country. This is according to an elder statesman and former Minister … Read more
“All we are saying is that we should restructure the country. Let us devolve power to the states” Edwin Clark, Ijaw national leader, says he is not a proponent of Nigeria disintegration, noting that what the country need is restructuring. Speaking with NAN on Saturday, Clark, however, added that Nigeria must be restructured and cannot … Read more