President Bola Tinubu met with All Progressives Congress (APC) governors on Wednesday under the umbrella of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the meeting, held at the Aso Rock Villa, was led by PGF Chairman, Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, and Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State. The discussions focused … Read more
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has called for caution over the Tax Reform Bills, urging Nigerians to digest the content before passing judgement on them. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that President Bola Tinubu’s transmission of the bills to the National Assembly has elicited heated debates among Nigerians. The northern region has been the most vocal … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, and the National Working Committee (NWC) have announced a series of sub-committees to lead campaign efforts for the upcoming Ondo State governorship election on November 16. In a statement released on Monday, signed by APC National Organising Secretary Sulaiman Argungu, several notable party members were appointed … Read more
Alara of Ilara emerged as the Maiden Financial Secretary of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council at its inauguration. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Alara of Ilara, HRM Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, was among prominent monarchs in southern Nigeria to constitute the first caretaker committee of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC). EDITOR’S … Read more
Former President Obasanjo met with South East Governors to advocate for Nnamdi Kanu’s release and established a burial committee for the late Ogbonnaya Onu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday, met with the South East Governors, who have decided to meet with President Bola Tinubu to press for the release of the … Read more
APC Diaspora Chairman in Italy, called for resolution of the party crisis in Enugu. He highlighted the importance of peace and collaboration among members and endorsed key leaders. Additionally, he appealed to influential figures like Minister Uche Nnaji and Governor Hope Uzodinma to intervene. The All Progressives Congress, APC, Diaspora Chairman, Italy Chapter, Prince Chima … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Supreme Court, on Tuesday, dismissed a suit filed by Emeka Ihedioha of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Imo State. This online media understands that Ihedioha had approached the apex court seeking to be issued a certificate of return as the rightful Governor of Imo State. Ihedioha claimed that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a peace agreement will be signed by political parties and their governorship candidates ahead of the November 11 governorship election in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi. In a statement made in Abuja on Saturday, the chairman of the National Peace Committee, Abdulsalami Abubakar, said the peace accord will be signed on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja appealed to all candidates participating in the November 11 gubernatorial elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi States, as well as the electorate to ensure free and fair elections. According to a statement by the president’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, he made the appeal at … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure has empowered 200 youths of Imo State in modern Electrical Installations and Maintenance. Applauding President Bola Tinubu’s focus on job creation and employment in his ‘Renewed Hope Agenda,’ the Executive Vice Chairman/ Chief Executive Officer of NASENI, Khalil Halilu, said the agenda … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has stated that he is solidly behind the re-election bid of the governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma. The president said this at the flag-off of the All Progressives Congress governorship campaign in Imo. Represented by the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, Tinubu said all hands must be … Read more
Imo State Government begins a crackdown on child labour in the state, setting a precedent for other states in the country. Through Hope Uzodinma’s administration, they hope to use the policy to reduce the danger posed to minors in the state. The crackdown is aimed at stopping loitering and hawking by children in the streets. … Read more
Fani-Kayode has alleged that Obasanjo lacks full Yoruba heritage. He made the claim via his verified Twitter handle on Sunday. Fani-Kayode who worked under Obasanjo as Special Assistant on Public Affairs said he was disappointed that the ex-Nigerian leader did not tackle Iwuanyanwu over his anti-Yoruba comments. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Femi Fani-Kayode, the … Read more
PDP house of representatives candidate Ugochinyere has reportedly escaped an assassination attempt. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for Ideato North and South federal constituency in Imo State, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, has reportedly escaped assassination. It was gathered that the attack happened on Friday night. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: … Read more
Imo Govt Speaks On Uzodinma’s Death Reports An audio claimed that Uzodinma had been rushed to India for treatment but could not make it there EDITOR’S PICK Popular Nigerian Journalist Arrested By FIB [PHOTO] Terrorists Invade Bishop Kukah’s Church Kidnap Priests, Others Again, EFCC Storms Okorocha’s Residence To Arrest Him [PHOTOS] EKO HOT BLOG gathered that … Read more
Okorocha cracks mystery of rampaging, unidentified gunmen in Imo EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rochas Okorocha, a former governor of Imo State, believes he has solved the mystery of mysterious gunmen on the loose in the state. The gangster-like arrest of his son-in-law, Uche Nwosu, a previous gubernatorial contender, inside the church by gunmen who … Read more
Uche Nwosu: Imo govt opens up on church invasion by police EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Imo State Government has accused some people of whipping up public sentiments over the arrest of Uche Nwosu in a church. A statement Monday night by Information Commissioner, Declan Emelumba alleged that Nwosu was “playing up the desecration”. … Read more
Imo state Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has said suspects responsible for the state insecurity will be arrested. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Uzodinma, on Saturday, said 18 suspects arrested by security agencies have given dependable evidence on the names of sponsors of insecurity in Imo state, adding that their names will be reeled out on 3 … Read more
“From faulty machines, to low turnout is obvious Anambra election was rigged and shall seek just till we get to supreme courts – Hope Uzodinma Blows Hot “Not even INEC can intimidate the APC candidate for the Anambra Governorship election. We’ve gotten lots of signals over the malpractices going on in different ward of the … Read more
Nnamdi Kanu has reacted to #ENDSARS hijacking allegations by FG. EKOHOTBLOG reports that Ifeanyi Ejiofor, the lawyer of the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has described the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami’s recent statement about his client as “falsehood”. It would be recalled that Malami had in Abuja on … Read more