Budget of Human Capital Development, Food Security and Digital Economy Two bills also enjoyed third reading at the plenary The Assembly received thirteen reports The Benue State House of Assembly has passed the 2025 Appropriation bill of N 550.1bn into law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the bill was passed after scaling through the third … Read more
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has declared a two-week holiday for civil servants to celebrate the 2024 Christmas and New Year festivities, allowing workers to spend quality time with their families and engage in agricultural activities. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of Fallen Heroes Current Cement Prices: Dangote, BUA, … Read more
Nigeria is in mourning following the sudden death of Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away on Tuesday in Lagos after a brief illness. His death comes less than a year after his appointment by President Bola Tinubu, marking a significant loss to the nation’s military leadership. Lagbaja’s death is the … Read more
The Benue State Government has dismissed rumors of plans to pay state civil servants a ₦40,000 minimum wage, instead of the ₦70,000 minimum wage signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that social media in the state was abuzz with speculation that Governor Hyacinth Alia, in a recent meeting with workers, … Read more
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has removed former Nigerian international, Dominic Iorfa, from his role as Executive Vice Chairman of Lobi Stars Football Club in Makurdi. The Governor has placed the club under the direct supervision of the Benue Sports Council and appointed a six-man board, chaired by Dr. Philip Nongu, to manage the … Read more
Deputy Governor Sam Ode pledges not to be a pawn in any attempt to replace Governor Hyacinth Alia. Governor Alia emphasizes maintaining peace within the APC amidst ongoing leadership turmoil. He announces the launch of a state-owned security outfit to combat attacks by suspected Fulani herders. Eko Hot Blog reports that Deputy Governor Sam Ode … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a stern warning to local government chairmen in Benue State, Governor Hyacinth Alia has put them on notice, cautioning against financial misappropriation and urging them to prioritize the welfare of their constituents. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of Block In Nigeria … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has ordered the suspension of all mining operations in the state pending the compilation of a comprehensive database of miners. The directive, issued during a meeting with representatives of the Miners Association of Nigeria, Benue Chapter in Makurdi on Thursday, was prompted by … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that another political crisis is brewing in Benue State as lawmakers elected on the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform have condemned the leadership style of the state Governor, Hyacinth Alia. The lawmakers, on Thursday, accused Governor Alia of anti-party activities, high-handedness, corrupt tendencies, and running a “one-man” show. The Benue State … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has reestablished the bonding agreement for medical students at the College of Health Sciences, Benue State University. Under the renewed bonding agreement, the state government is committed to providing monthly allowances of N103,000 to all medical students at the institution until their graduation. … Read more