Hashim Builds Strong Team for Community Development Councillor Appoints Aides to Serve Constituents Inaugurates 18 Advisers to Drive Local Progress Sunusi Hashim, the Councillor for Kinkiba Ward in Soba Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has appointed 18 special advisers to strengthen his administration and improve local governance. Eko Hot Blog reports that the ceremony … Read more
Hon. Anomo described as a tenacious and exemplary public servant. First term hailed for monumental impact on Ikosi-Ejinrin community. Prayers offered for strength, wisdom, health, and long life. The Executive Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area, Otunba-Akogun Wale Raji Anomo, has been honoured with glowing tributes on the occasion of his birthday, as staff … Read more
SERAP challenges salary hike Says move hurts citizens Takes case to court The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has dragged the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to court over its plan to raise salaries for political office holders. According to a professional report by Eko Hot Blog, the rights group is asking … Read more
Kaduna Assembly commits to programme-based budgeting for 2026. UNICEF conducts training to enhance lawmakers’ budgeting skills. Focus on child development sectors: education, health, water, and social protection. The Kaduna State House of Assembly has announced plans to implement programme-based budgeting in the 2026 fiscal year to better address citizens’ needs. According to Eko Hot Blog, … Read more
Ogunkelu praised Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and Sanwo-Olu’s projects. Lagos Assembly has passed 467+ resolutions to strengthen institutions. Constituents raised issues and proposed solutions in interactive sessions. The Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday, September 4, 2025, held its 10th Annual Constituency Stakeholders’ Meeting simultaneously across the 40 constituencies of the state, with the … Read more
Allegation of Figure Manipulation High Registration Aligns with Past CVR Trends INEC Warns Against Speculation on Voter Registration The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Lagos State has rejected the African Democratic Congress’s (ADC) allegation that it is manipulating figures in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). In a statement on Monday, Eko Hot Blog … Read more
Society Groups Accuse Edo Governor of Broken Promise Edo Women Deserve Better Representation Concern Over Gender Imbalance in Okpebholo’s Cabinet Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo is facing a wave of criticism from civil society organizations after he failed to fulfill a key campaign promise to allocate 35 percent of his cabinet positions to women. According … Read more
Prof. Aisha Maikudi appointed Vice-Chancellor of University of Abuja amid controversy. Selection process sparked divisions within the university’s governing council. Maikudi’s five-year tenure begins January 1, 2025. The University of Abuja has appointed Prof. Aisha Maikudi as its 7th substantive Vice-Chancellor, sparking debates and protests. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement was made on … Read more
Edo State University renamed to Edo University, Iyamho. Government pledges compensation for past land grabs. Legal actions planned to ensure justice and harmony. Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved renaming Edo State University, Uzairue, to Edo University, Iyamho. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday … Read more
Sani slams El-Rufai over Tinubu nepotism claims. Accuses El-Rufai of marginalizing Southern Kaduna. Criticizes silence during Buhari’s tenure. Former Senator Shehu Sani has criticized ex-Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasir El-Rufai over his recent comments on alleged nepotism at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. EKO HOT BLOG learned that … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has dismissed claims that employment, promotions, appointments, and leadership changes within the company are influenced by ethnicity, tribe, religion, or political affiliation. Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPCL, emphasized that merit, business requirements, and expertise are the sole factors guiding decisions at the company. He … Read more
The House of Representatives is currently considering a bill that seeks to separate the offices of the Attorney General of the Federation and the Minister of Justice. EKO HOT BLOG learned that if passed, the bill would separate the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice roles at the state level. The bill is co-sponsored by … Read more
Kwara State’s former Commissioner and PDP stalwart, Abdulraheem Adisa, has given up the ghost in Ilorin, the state capital. The politician died in the wee hours of Thursday December 26, he was aged 91. Arrangements for his burial are underway at the Muslim Public Cemetery in Ilorin, EKOHOTBLOG can exclusively report. EDITOR’S PICKS NNPC Unveils … Read more
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has signed an Executive Order raising the retirement age for academic staff in state-owned tertiary institutions to 65 years, subject to meeting eligibility requirements. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement was made on Friday by the Commissioner for Education, Prof. Muhammad Bello, during a news briefing. He explained that … Read more
Nigerian actor and former presidential candidate Yul Edochie has once again sparked political discussions with his recent remarks about his ambitions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the In an update on his official Instagram account, Edochie shared a photo of himself with Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, and expressed his aspiration to … Read more
President Bola Tinubu redeployed 11 federal permanent secretaries across ministries. Handovers must be finalized by December 31, 2024, per OHCSF directives. The move aligns with ongoing governance reforms to boost efficiency nationwide. President Bola Tinubu has approved the redeployment of 11 federal permanent secretaries across various ministries. The announcement was made in a statement issued … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the executive management teams for 12 River Basin Development Authorities under the Ministry of Water Resources. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was announced in a statement by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday. The reconstitution, which involves 72 appointees, is … Read more
The Immediate past Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has accused his successor, Monday Okpebholo, of undermining the operations of the Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS). EKO HOT BLOG reports that Obaseki, through his Media Adviser, Crusoe Osagie via a statement, accused Okpebholo of mismanagement, claiming his actions have undermined the advancements made in the state’s … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of eight new permanent secretaries to address vacancies and strengthen the federal civil service. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun Orders Major Shake-Up, Deploys New AIG … Read more
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has been awarded the 2024 Democracy Award at the 7th Africa Political Summit and Diamond Awards, organized by the Association of Political Consultants Africa (APCA). The event took place in Zanzibar, Tanzania, from December 11 to 14. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection … Read more