Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has dismissed the Labour Party’s claim that he renounced his Nigerian citizenship. In a statement on Saturday, the deputy governor’s Media Office described the claim as misleading and false. The LP had argued at the Lagos State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal that … Read more
Amadi criticizes call for Atiku, Obi to withdraw cases against Tinubu. Amadi says it’s foolish to ask aggrieved to drop cases for Tinubu’s success. Tinubu’s victory should be fair, if not, he should be kicked out. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, Sam Amadi, has … Read more
Cybersecurity expert testifies INEC mistakenly uploaded book instead of results. Ugwoke also pointed out errors in INEC’s ICT infrastructure. Hearing adjourned, INEC maintains election was free and fair. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a cybersecurity specialist, Dr. Chibuike Ugwoke voiced allegations at a court hearing on Thursday. He claimed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) … Read more
Labour Party (LP) and Peter Obi allege that INEC refused to provide documents they asked for. LP and Obi told the court that they would be unable to go on with their case due to INEC’s failure to provide the documents demanded. The court urged them to come to a better understanding so that the … Read more
Lagos Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has adjourned the case challenging the victory of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The petitioners have demanded more time to gather evidence to support their case. The case is expected to resume on June 21. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos Governorship Election Petition Tribunal Adjourns Hearing Till June 21 The … Read more
Former NBA President Olisa Agbakoba called for the removal of INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu Igbo socio-cultural organization Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide rejected the call. Yakubu has been praised for conducting one of the best elections in Nigeria’s history, despite some shortcomings. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, … Read more
Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Governor Hope Uzodinma are meeting President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja. Akpabio was elected as the Senate President of the 10th National Assembly. He secured 63 votes, defeating his rival who received 46 votes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate President Godswill Akpabio and chairman of … Read more
PDP chairman, Ndubisi Nwobu, denies accusing Peter Obi of election rigging and condemns distortion. PDP’s petition targets APC and INEC, not Labour Party or Obi. Nwobu clarifies that Labour Party won, not rigged by Obi. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Anambra State, Chief Ndubisi … Read more
Fr Mbaka has spoken up on election prophecy after months. According to the man of God, the Prophecy he was shown by God was so clear. He also pointed out that Social Media cannot control God’s prophecy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Months after the conclusion of the 2023 presidential election won by President Bola … Read more
A witness representing the PDP and Atiku Abubakar acknowledges that neither Abubakar nor Bola Tinubu should be declared president due to their failure to secure 25% of votes in the FCT. The witness asserts that this requirement is based on constitutional provisions. However, it is noted that the Labour Party’s candidate achieved over 25% of … Read more
Tinubu and Kwankwaso were on opposite sides in the February 25 presidential election. While the former emerged victorious according to figures released by the electoral commission, the latter was far behind. There are now indications that both politicians may work together in the future. Eko Hot Blog reports that President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the … Read more
A jury found Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing advice columnist E. Jean Carroll in 1996, awarding her $5 million in a judgment that could haunt the former president as he campaigns to regain the White House. (May 9) During a contentious CNN town hall Wednesday night, former President Donald Trump dug in on his … Read more
AA has withdrawn its petition against Tinubu. The Party didn’t state any reason for the withdrawal of the petition. The Petition Tribunal commenced the pre-hearing of the cases against the President-elect today in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Action Alliance (AA) on Monday, April 8, 2023, announced the withdrawal of its petition against … Read more
Biden is aiming to overcome voter concerns about the economy and inflation. Some voters have also raised concerns about the age of the oldest president in US history. His bid will likely set up another bruising rematch with Trump, who lost the 2020 presidential election. Eko Hot Blog reports that United States President, Joe Biden, … Read more
The Court of Appeal in Akure has validated the nomination of Adegboyega Adefarati as the candidate of the House of Representatives for the APC in the 2023 election. This decision comes after the State High Court nullified Adefarati’s candidacy, which was contested by him through the appellate court. The lower court was found to have … Read more
By Praise Ben From the crowded streets of Lagos to the remote villages of the north, the Obidient movement has captured the hearts and minds of a nation hungry for change. Driven by a deep desire to build a better Nigeria, the movement has harnessed the energy and passion of grassroots activists, young and old, … Read more
Benjamin Kalu has stated that APC lawmakers vying for the speakership seat need to negotiate and lobby opposition members to secure victory. Kalu emphasised the importance of the opposition in determining the outcome of the election. He also urged aspirants to engage with the opposition to understand their demands and secure their votes. EKO HOT … Read more
The April 15 supplementary governorship election in Adamawa held on Saturday. Collation of results was suspended on Saturday night and scheduled to resume on Sunday morning. Instead, Adamawa residents and Nigerians across the country were thrown into shock on Sunday morning as the state’s REC made an unusual and unconstitutional move. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator Dino Melaye has clinched the governorship ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the November 11 election in Kogi State. The party announced the result of its governorship primary election Sunday evening. Melaye defeated other aspirants in the keenly contested election to emerge the PDP candidate. The former … Read more
Tinubu won the February 25 presidential election. He won about 36% of the vote in the tightly contested election. Even though his opponents are challenging his declaration as president, he is expected to be sworn in on May 29, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that TIME Magazine has named President-elect Bola Tinubu among its “100 … Read more