Eko Hot Blog reports that the inauguration of members-elect in the Ogun State House of Assembly initially scheduled for Monday, July 13, was postponed. This online news platform gathered that many of the Assembly members-elect had prepared food and other entertainment for their supporters and constituents in anticipation of the inauguration. Speaking to journalists at … Read more
Rhodes-Vivour berates Lagos Speaker Obasa for proposed laws on property, titles Recall that Mudashiru Obasa had in his acceptance speech said he would go to any length in protecting the State indigenes Gbadebo Rhodes reacts, warns Lagosians to resist “the divisive bill” Eko Hot Blog reports that Gbadebo Rhodes Vivour of the Labour Party (LP) … Read more
Sanwo-Olu proclaimed the 10th Lagos assembly on Tuesday as is tradition. Obasa was subsequently reelected as speaker of the new assembly. The speaker’s election brought to an end the 9th assembly which passed 46 bills, 120 resolutions to set new record. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has charged the 10th … Read more
Members of the Plateau State House of Assembly have suspended all the chairmen in the 17 Local Government Areas of the state. The suspension comes after allegations of financial impropriety were levelled against the local government officials. The state assembly has directed the suspended chairmen to hand over government properties while investigations into the … Read more
Tobun clocked 60 years old on April 25, 2023. The Epe lawmaker chose to celebrate his milestone in a unique way. The politician went to the seniors’ home to celebrate the occasion. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Mustain Abiodun Tobun, the member representing Epe Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, took … Read more
The Lagos Assembly is constitutionally empowered to screen and confirm government nominees. However, the legislative house said its role has recently taken a backseat as some appointees continue to work in government without confirmation. The assembly has resolved to act and sanitise the system. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly … 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
Speaking of the Plateau State House of Assembly has lost reelection bid. Sanda lost his Pengana constituency seat to Mrs. Happiness Akawu. Sanda of the APC scored a total of 7,936 while Akawu of the PDP scored 9,926 to emerge winner. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, … Read more
Olumide Oworu is a Nollywood actor and cum politician. The LP candidate is planning to unseat Desmond Elliot in the House of Assembly elections. Olumide Oworu is known for his role in the family series the Johnsons. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nollywood actor cum politician, Desmond Elliot, would face his younger colleague, Olumide … Read more
Accord Rivers Assembly candidate has been abducted by gunmen. Ogbonna was whisked away while driving in his car at Rumuigbo, near Port Harcourt on Monday night. The candidate’s cousin’s brother, Ifeaka Nwakiri confirmed the incident to journalists on Tuesday morning. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chukwudi Ogbonna, the Accord Party candidate for the Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local … Read more
The Osun Assembly speaker has alleged an assassination attempt on his life. He blamed the state government for allowing insecurity to fester in the state. However, the Police said they were unaware of the alleged attempt on his life. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Speaker of Osun State House of Assembly, Timothy Owoeye, has … Read more
The Lagos governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, submitted a budget of N1.693 trillion to the Lagos State House of Assembly on October 27, 2022. The lawmakers approved an appropriation bill of 1.768 trillion on December 12, 2022. Sanwo-Olu signed the bill into law on January 27, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has … Read more
The Lagos House of Assembly passed a budget of N1.768 trillion for the state on December 12, 2022. The budget, which covers the 2023 fiscal year, has a capital expenditure of N1.019 trillion, representing 58 per cent of the 2023 budget. The recurrent expenditure, representing 42 per cent, is N748 billion. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
NNPP candidates have agreed to hold a campaign rally for Tinubu in Osun. EKO HOT BLOG reports that some candidates of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) have disclosed plans to organise a mega rally in support of the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu. In a joint statement released on Monday in Osogbo, … Read more
Security operatives have shut down the Ekiti State House of Assembly complex over the fear of thugs attack. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ekiti State House of Assembly has been taken over by the police over a rumoured planned invasion by some hoodlums on Wednesday. Armed policemen were stationed at different locations in the … Read more
The Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly Funminiyi Afuye has died following a cardiac arrest. Eko Hot Blog reports that Afuye, who represents Ikere constituency 1, died on Wednesday evening at 66 after a brief illness. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Gunmen Abduct Labour Party Senatorial Candidate [PHOTO] Fani-Kayode Slams Atiku Over Northerner Remark, Says You Won’t … Read more
Fire has razed the Kogi State House of Assembly complex. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kogi State House of Assembly building has been razed by fire. This online news platform gathered that the Chambers and Gallery of the House of Assembly were completely burnt by the inferno. EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: Gridlock As Tinubu’s Supporters … Read more
‘Don’t Vote For Killers’– Jonathan Warns Nigerians Ahead Of 2023 Elections EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former president, Goodluck Jonathan, has warned Nigerians not to vote for those he described as “killers” during the 2023 election. Jonathan stated this on Sunday in Uyo during a special interdenominational service to celebrate the 35th … Read more
Nigerian Senator and a twitter user engaged in “Tug Of Words” on social media EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chimaroke Nnamani, a former Governor of Enugu state and Senator representing Enugu East senatorial district, together with a social media user with the handle @McCa_Xn on Twitter got into a “tug of words” on Sunday EDITOR’S … Read more
The new date of the PDP primary elections for State Houses of Assembly and the House of Representatives seats is now May 22 The PDP presidential primary has been fixed for May 28 and May 29 EDITOR’S PICK Ukraine War: West Must ‘Prepare For War’, Says Ex-Nato Chief As Putin Unleashes Cruise Missiles In Ukraine … Read more