The Federal Government has unveiled guidelines for the implementation of the “Zero Percent Duty Rate and Value Added Tax” exemption on certain basic food items. Spokesperson of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Abdullahi Maiwada, made this announcement in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. Maiwada said that President Bola Tinubu approved the guidelines through Wale … Read more
The federal government has introduced a mobile application called “Mobiliser” to enable youths to report crimes and criminal activities in their communities from the comfort of their homes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Issa Lanre-Onilu, the Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), made this announcement on Wednesday, August 14, during a meeting with media executives … Read more
The Federal Government and state governors have agreed to a three-month delay in implementing the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on Local Government financial autonomy. The postponement means that Local Governments nationwide will have to wait until October before the new law, which mandates direct payments into their accounts, is fully enacted. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on … Read more
President Bola Tinubu on Monday said his administration was determined to satisfy the yearnings of Nigerians on transportation. The President made the remark while inaugurating 30 hybrid CNG buses donated by Depots and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) to the Federal Government on Monday in Abuja. “It is a great joy for me … Read more
The Federal Government has resolved the longstanding issue of unpaid minimum wage arrears for staff of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the settlement, covering 45 months of arrears dating back to 2019, was confirmed in a statement issued on August 12, 2024, by Okechukwu Nwokoro, Secretary of the NiMet Unions Joint … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) exchanged criticisms on Sunday regarding the recent Supreme Court ruling that grants autonomy to local governments. The PDP described the Supreme Court judgment as potentially problematic, while the APC labeled the PDP as an enemy of the people, accusing them of obstructing the … Read more
The federal government has deployed over 10,000 Agro Rangers across 19 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to bolster food security nationwide. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this initiative, reported by an online media platform, is aimed at safeguarding farmlands, protecting farmers from increasing attacks, mediating conflicts between farmers and herders, and preventing the destruction … Read more
Leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Saturday rejected the Nigeria Police Force’s (NPF) explanation for the Wednesday night raid on Labour House, the NLC headquarters in Abuja. The NLC accused the police of being economical with the truth. EKO HOT BLOG reports that During an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, NLC leaders … Read more
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has called for an investigation into the alleged diversion of the rice donated by the Federal Government to the Kano State Government by some officials. The party also demanded the urgent prosecution of those likely to be indicted by the independent probe. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the State Chairman … Read more
Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company Ltd. is partnering with the Federal Government to roll out locally assembled Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles in the country. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company, Mr Innocent Chukwuma, said this while addressing State House correspondents after a visit to President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja. … Read more
FG has lifted the suspension on Arik Air’s operations, which was initially grounded due to a $2.5 million debt The Federal Government has lifted the suspension on the operations of local airline Arik Air. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this is more than a week after the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, ordered … Read more
The federal government received a fleet of hybrid Jet Mover buses from Jet Motor Company to provide affordable transport solutions and alleviate the impact of fuel subsidy removal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a continued effort to provide affordable and comfortable transport solutions for Nigerians, the federal government received a fleet of hybrid Jet Mover … Read more
The Federal Government plans to establish building materials manufacturing hubs in six geo-political zones, inviting investors to fund and manage the hubs EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government is set to establish building materials manufacturing hubs across the six geo-political zones, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has announced. The … Read more
The Federal government clarified that ₦573 billion was shared among the 36 state governors and the FCT Ministry, not ₦570 billion each, under the World Bank-supported NG-Cares programme. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal government has clarified reports that each of the 36 state governors received ₦570 billion as support to address economic hardship for … Read more
The presidency argues that the hunger protest should focus on state and local government accountability rather than targeting the federal government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidency has countered claims that the ongoing hunger protest is genuinely aimed at addressing bad governance in the country. Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Assistant on Community Engagement to President … Read more
Peter Obi urged the government to arrest and prosecute those behind the anti-Igbo protest call, emphasizing the need for unity and leadership against divisive rhetoric. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has urged the federal government to arrest and prosecute the owner of the X handle calling for a protest … Read more
The Federal Government has extended the deadline for workers’ verification from July 31 to August 15, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Civil servants are required to verify their identities on the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) portal as part of efforts to halt salaries and impose penalties on ghost workers. Many civil … Read more
The Nigerian National Assembly passed a bill to increase the Central Bank’s loan limit to the Federal Government from 5% to 10% of annual revenue. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the two chambers of the National Assembly passed a bill on Wednesday to increase the percentage of Ways and Means loans the Central Bank of Nigeria … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima calls for support for President Tinubu’s administration, addresses concerns about Tinubu’s stance towards the northern region and Islam, and highlights key appointments and initiatives benefiting the North. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu’s policies and programs, assuring that the President’s intentions … Read more
The Federal Government will pay two months of withheld salaries to SSANU and NASU members, pending President Tinubu’s approval. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government is set to begin the payment of two months’ salaries to members of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and … Read more