The Adamawa State Government has filed a suit against federal government before the supreme court over revenue distribution from the federation account. Eko Hot Blog reports that this development comes few hours after the supreme court delivers verdict in local government autonomy suit against state governments. In a statement on Thursday, Humwashi Wonosikou, chief press … Read more
The Federal Government is optimistic about resolving the national minimum wage issue by next week after a closed-door meeting between President Tinubu and labor leaders. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has expressed optimism that the issue surrounding the new national minimum wage will be resolved by next week. Minister of Information and … Read more
The Supreme Court, has in a landmark ruling, granted financial autonomy to the 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the country. Eko Hot Blog reports that this ruling prohibited the 36 state governors from keeping or using funds meant for the 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs). Editor’s Picks Border Reopening: Customs React To Tinubu’s Pronouncement … Read more
Here are alternative routes for you as the Federal Government is set to shut parts of Herbert Macaulay Way. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Ministry of Works will temporarily close some parts of Herbert Macaulay Way in Lagos from today to carry out the Drainage Rehabilitation from Jibowu to Agnes Junction. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Supreme Court will deliver its final judgement on local government autonomy between the federal government and state governors on July 11th. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Supreme Court has scheduled its final judgement on local government autonomy for Thursday, July 11th, settling the dispute between the federal government and the 36 state governors. It … Read more
SSANU and NASU will proceed with a nationwide protest on Tuesday over unpaid salary arrears, planning further demonstrations in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) have reaffirmed their plans for a protest on Tuesday over unpaid salary … Read more
Doyin Okupe warns that spreading misinformation about Nigeria’s $150 billion Samoa loan agreement, which critics claim mandates LGBT rights, constitutes treason. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Doyin Okupe, has cautioned Nigerians that spreading misinformation about the Samoa Agreement signed by the federal government constitutes treason. … Read more
The federal government has introduced new rates for mining licenses to align with President Tinubu’s ease of doing business policy and boost revenue. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has announced new rates for investors interested in mining mineral resources across the country. Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, disclosed this on Thursday, stating … Read more
The Senate panel probing the N30 trillion Ways and Means loans has received additional documents and will resume its investigation after reviewing them. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate panel investigating the N30 trillion Ways and Means loans taken from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) by the Federal Government has received additional documents from … Read more
Former Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Seriake Dickson, praised the Federal Government’s engagement of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) as a commendable initiative. Eko Hot Blog gathered that Dickson emphasized the importance of expanding Tantita’s coverage area to enhance its contributions to the nation during his visit to Oporoza, the headquarters of Gbaramatu Kingdom … Read more
Peter Obi has called for the release of Nnamdi Kanu and urged the federal government to address rising insecurity, warning of the risk of Nigeria becoming a failed state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has called on the federal government to release Nnamdi Kanu, … Read more
The Federal Government raised N284.26 billion in its latest Treasury Bills auction amidst escalating debt levels, reflecting strong investor demand for safe-haven investments amid economic uncertainties. EKO HOT BLOG reports that The Federal Government, through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has successfully raised N284.26 billion in its latest Nigerian Treasury Bills auction, highlighting robust investor … Read more
Tunji Alausa has hailed the Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre over accreditation of an Oncology Residency Programme. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, has congratulated Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre and Specialist Hospital on its accreditation to offer a Residency programme in Clinical and Radiation Oncology. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre has gotten accreditation for an Oncology Residency Programme. Eko Hot Blog reports that Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre & Specialist Hospital has received accreditation by the National Postgraduate Medical College (NPMC) to offer Residency programmes in Clinical and Radiation Oncology. EDITOR’S PICKS Detty December: Tunji Alausa Urges Nigerians In Diaspora To Visit … Read more
The Federal Executive Council deferred the decision on the new minimum wage memo due to the involvement of multiple stakeholders including local governments, states, the federal government, and labour unions. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has deferred the memo on the new minimum wage. This online media platform learned that … Read more
Operators in the downstream oil sector urge the Federal Government to ensure crude oil supply to the Dangote refinery, criticizing high prices and lack of collaboration as reasons for preferring imported fuels. Eko Hot Blog reports that operators in the downstream oil sector have urged the Federal Government to ensure the provision of crude oil to the … Read more
Dr. Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister of Health and State for Health and Social Welfare, was in California, United States, last week for the Annual Convention of the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA). The convention, which kicked off on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, concluded on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Here’s Eko Hot Blog‘s … Read more
The Federal Government plans to sell three ageing jets from the presidential fleet to cut maintenance costs, contracting JetHQ to manage the sale. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has announced plans to sell three ageing jets from the presidential air fleet to reduce high maintenance costs. This decision follows recommendations from both the … 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
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu has indicated his willingness to engage in negotiations with the Federal Government through his lead counsel, Alloy Ejimakor. Eko Hot Blog gathered that this move is pursuant to Section 17 of the Federal High Court Act, which encourages amicable settlement and reconciliation among parties. … Read more