EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Gombe State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, on Tuesday, September 26, dismissed the petition filed by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) contesting the election victory of Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya and his Deputy, Manassah Daniel Jatau. ADC contested the election result based on alleged discrepancies in the arrangement of names on … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Deputy Governor of Ondo state, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approached the state High Court, sitting in Akure, to stop the impeachment process initiated by the State House of Assembly against him. In the suit number, Suit No. AK/348/2023, filed on Monday, by Mr Ebun Adenoruwa SAN, the embattled … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Osun governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Sunday, imposed a curfew on Orolu and Irepodun local government areas of the state following a communal clash over a land dispute between Ilobu and Ifon, two communities in the council areas. Osun Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, announced the imposition … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and National Chairman of Tinubu Support Network (TSN), Engr. Kailani Muhammad has said he is in support of the rejection of the immediate past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, as a Minister in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. According to Muhammad, El-Rufai … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that more details have been revealed on what necessitated the decision of the embattled suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, to opt for a plea bargain in the alleged N6.69 billion fraud case instituted against him. Recall that this online media platform had earlier reported that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday evening met with governors of states that share boundary with Niger Republic. The meeting was part of consultations by the President on the situation in Niger. The governors who met the president at Aso Rock are Ahmed Aliyu (Sokoto), Umar Namadi (Jigawa), Mai … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki and his official convoy reportedly got trapped in a heavy flood after a rainfall in the state. This online media platform gathered that in a video making the rounds online, a resident of the state was heard making a mockery of the governor and … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Ibadan on Thursday dismissed the petition challenging Governor Seyi Makinde’s victory at the March 18 governorship election in Oyo State. This online media platform understands that the Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM) and its candidate had approached the court to challenge the Independent National Electoral … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the list of the 25 nominees for the Osun executive cabinet has been made public by the State House of Assembly. It was read at plenary by the Speaker of the House, Adewale Egbedun, on Friday, July 7, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS OPM’s Apostle Chibuzor Rushed To Hospital After Collapsing At … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has imposed a 24-hour curfew in some parts of Karim-Lamido Local Government Council. The dawn-to-dusk curfew, which was announced on Sunday through his Chief Press Secretary, Yusuf Sanda, came as a result of the renewed violence and unabated killings in the area. EDITOR’S … Read more
Alex Otti met with National Assembly leaders elected under the Labour party. The Meeting was held to decide candidate to support in the coming NASS leadership elections. According to Otti, he came for a meeting with Tinubu and later decided to interact with members-elect as one family. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Alex … Read more
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has nullified recent appointments made by former Governor Samuel Ortom in the State Civil Service. All appointments from May 2022 to the present have been declared invalid. Governor Alia also ordered the reversal of retirements extensions and contract appointments, along with the nullification of postings and transfers made … Read more
Former Senator Shehu Sani has responded to former Governor Nyesom Wike’s comments about potential appointments from President Bola Tinubu. He noted that Wike is more focused on appointments than members of the ruling party. Wike expressed that if offered an appointment by Tinubu, he would consult his wife and friends. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Kano Governor sacks Hajj Centre officials and demolishes hotel, citing the need to remove illegal structures and preserve the city’s master plan. Interim officers are appointed to coordinate the ongoing operations for the 2023 Hajj, replacing the former officials. The demolition of the hotel and other structures marks the start of the government’s efforts … Read more
The former Rivers Governor has debunked rumours of planning a potential move to APC. Wike, along with Seyi Makinde and James Ibori, met with Tinubu to offer him support days after his Inauguration. The meeting brought about speculations of a possible deflection. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the immediate past Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom … Read more
Stage Collapsed during the Governorship swearing in in Kano The incident caused slight commotion in the ceremony. Thankfully no one was injured. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a shocking turn of events, the stage collapsed today during the highly anticipated swearing-in ceremony of Governor Yusuf Abba, his deputy, and the acting chief judge. The … Read more
The Emir of Kano unveiled 140-bed hospital in Cross River. The Emir stated that it was honour for him to have travelled to Cross River to commission the hospital. He also stated that the present governor Ayade is a blessing to the people of Cross Rivers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the inauguration of … Read more
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered the dissolution of the state executive cabinet and all aides. The directive takes effect from May 26, 2023, as announced in a circular by the Head of Service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola. This decision marks a significant change in governance and represents a fresh start for Lagos State. EKO HOT … Read more
INEC has presented the Kano State Governor-elect certificate of return. The State House of Assembly too were not left out. Yusuf defeated Nasir Gawuna of the ruling APC in the March 18 governorship election. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented the Certificate of Return to Kano State Governor-elect, … Read more
Obasanjo initially opposed Governor Soludo’s governorship ambition due to his reservations. He believed that Soludo was better suited for national or international roles. Governor Soludo has since performed well as Anambra Governor, confirming Obasanjo’s prediction that he had the potential for greater things. EKO HOT BLOG reports that former President, Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday revealed … Read more