Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced the commencement of the ₦85,000 minimum wage for state workers, despite challenges posed by what he called “enemies of the state” attempting to deprive his administration of necessary funds. Speaking at the launch of the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem Appeal Fund at the Government House in Port … Read more
The Federal Government has lifted the ban restricting the posting of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members to private sector organizations, opening opportunities for corps members to be posted to industries like banking and oil and gas. In a memo dated November 18, 2024, Minister for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, announced that the new policy … Read more
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has announced that the new 6,000-capacity Edo Arena will be named after global afrobeats star Rema. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the governor made this revelation during the groundbreaking ceremony for the project in Benin City on Wednesday. Rema, who was in Benin for his homecoming concert at Ogbe Stadium, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, announced that the ministry has created new initiatives and restructured existing programmes to address the needs of youths in response to the serious threat posed by high unemployment rates to the nation. Speaking at the 12th Youth Summit on crime prevention … Read more
Germany Unveils Job Portal for Talented Nigerian Workers. Nigeria listed among eligible countries for applicants. Card serves as residence permit, allowing entry and job pursuit for non-EU skilled workers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the German government has launched the ‘Opportunity Card’ program to attract skilled workers from non-European Union (EU) nations. Nigeria is among the … Read more
The Tinubu-led administration has initiated the establishment of the Nigerian Academy for Cultural Studies. NACUS has received approval and accreditation from NBTE and NSUK. This development underscores Nigeria’s recognition of cultural importance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Tinubu-led administration has initiated the establishment of the Nigerian Academy for Cultural Studies (NACUS) as a specialized institution … Read more
In a bid to navigate the storm of economic hardship and crisis plaguing the nation, the Federal Government has recently implemented a bold decision: a ban on foreign travel for ministers for the next few months. This decisive move is expected to yield substantial financial savings, a crucial step in alleviating the burdens weighing down … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government on Wednesday, announced the commencement of vocational training programs for inmates across 241 correctional facilities. Upon completion of the skills acquisition program, beneficiaries will receive a grant of N500,000. The vocational skills being offered include fashion design, computer training, hairdressing, fish farming, soap making, poultry business, and others. … Read more