The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared the seat of Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, the member representing the Ethiope East/Ethiope West Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, vacant. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this follows her defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement issued on Friday, the PDP called on the Independent National … Read more
Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, has been sworn in as the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) at the union’s national secretariat in Abuja. Akinsanya was elected through consensus during the Quadrennial Delegate Conference at the Zonal Secretariat in Osogbo, Osun State, on Saturday. The election, which … Read more
The Southwest Zone of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has elected Alhaji Musliu Akinsanya, known as MC Oluomo, as its new National President. The election took place during the union’s Quadrennial Delegate Conference at the Zonal Secretariat in Osogbo, Osun State. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Luong Cuong of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam on his historic election. President Cuong, a respected leader with over 40 years in the Vietnamese military and a Politburo member since 2021, was elected by the Vietnamese parliament to lead the nation. In a statement … Read more
A new controversy has erupted over Saturday’s local government election in Kano State as a Federal High Court, on Friday, removed the 44 chairmanship and councillorship candidates of the ruling New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Justice Simon Amobede ruled to disqualify the NNPP candidates in response to a lawsuit filed by a party faction led … Read more
Former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has claimed that Peter Obi’s supporters are now targeting him because he refused to ally with them ahead of the 2023 general elections. Wike stated that Obi and his team lobbied him extensively before the polls, but he declined their offers, believing that Obi would not succeed in the … Read more
Despite initial delays in the arrival of election materials, voters in Edo Central Senatorial District, covering Esan South-East, Igueben, Esan North-East, Esan West, and Esan Central LGAs, have begun casting their votes. At Unit 9, Booth 9 in Dumontan, Irrua, Esan LGA, voting started at around 9:20 AM. Voters, including the elderly and youth, were … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo is confident about winning the upcoming governorship election in the state, citing disarray within the ruling party. Eko Hot Blog gathered that an Abuja Federal High Court, on Thursday, invalidated the primary election that produced the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asuen Ighodalo, due to the disenfranchisement of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu congratulated Keir Starmer and the Labour Party on their victory in the UK election. Starmer became the new Prime Minister of the UK after his party secured the requisite 326 parliamentary seats. In a statement, Tinubu described the UK as a “model of democracy.” … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Thursday’s general election in the United Kingdom (UK) saw a high turnout of voters across constituencies. Polling stations opened at 7am, and voters had until 10pm to choose among candidates from 98 political parties. Long queues formed at some polling stations, especially after work hours, while others saw moderate numbers. … Read more
Carlo Alimosho and his followers were received by APC leaders in Ward E and Alimosho LGA. The new APC member praised the party leaders, including a former deputy governor of Lagos State. He also announced his intention to run for political office. Eko Hot Blog reports that Asiwaju Carlo Babatunde Sonupe, better known as Asiwaju … Read more
Before Sunday’s vote, 37 candidates had been assassinated. The presidential election was between two major candidates who are female. The ruling party of President Lopez Obrador emerged victorious in the election and other important polls. Eko Hot Blog reports that Morena party’s Claudia Sheinbaum, a climate scientist and former mayor of Mexico City, is set … Read more
Prince Rotimi Martins elected as Chairman with 272 votes Engineer Ademola Amure becomes Vice Chairman with 370 votes Awe Jamiu Abolore wins Assistant General Secretary position with 322 votes Eko Hot Blog reports that the Island Club has elected a new executive committee after a keenly contested electoral process. The election held at the social … Read more
Biden and Trump, two former rivals, are facing off for a second time in 2024. Both 2020 presidential candidates had a chaotic debate that moderators often struggled to control. Biden ended up victorious in the November 2020 election. Eko Hot Blog reports that United States (US) President and presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, Joe Biden, and … Read more
Agboola Ajayi is the PDP candidate for the upcoming governorship election in Ondo. The candidate is facing allegations of illegally occupying a property in Lagos. The accuser said it is the rightful owner of the disputed property. Eko Hot Blog reports that Segzyadet Integrated Ltd, a company registered in Ondo State, has accused Agboola Ajayi, … Read more
India votes in second phase of massive election, focusing on Modi’s record and opposition’s promises. Modi’s BJP faces off against a coalition pledging affirmative action and subsidies. Rahul Gandhi contests in Kerala amid concerns over voter turnout and campaign intensity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that India commenced voting in the second phase of its massive … Read more
Indonesia’s Constitutional Court dismisses challenges from losing candidates Anies Baswedan and Ganjar Pranowo. Court cites lack of evidence of systematic fraud or state interference in February’s presidential election. Prabowo’s victory stands, paving the way for his presidency in October. Eko hot blog reports that In a landmark decision on Monday, Indonesia’s Constitutional Court dismissed challenges … Read more
Aiyedatiwa is declared as the winner of the Ondo APC primary. The declaration follows allegations of electoral irregularities. Some aspirants rejected the process as a “sham” and “daylight robbery”. Eko Hot Blog reports that Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has clinched the gubernatorial ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the November 16 election. … Read more
Trump’s historic trial started on Monday with jury selection. On Day 3 of the trial on Thursday, the full 12-person jury had been selected. Jury selection for remaining alternate spots is set to resume Friday morning. Eko Hot Blog reports that former United States President Donald Trump has gotten a 12-person jury in his New … Read more
By Idowu Faleye In the bustling political landscape of Ondo-State, Nigeria, the upcoming primary election looms large, signaling a pivotal moment for the All Progressives Congress (APC) party. As the state grapples with infrastructural deficits and seeks a visionary leader to steer it towards economic buoyancy, the spotlight shines on Senator Jimoh Ibrahim as the … Read more