EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has unveiled the W.A.I.F.A.R. agenda, a six-point plan to advance sports development in the country. Recall that John Enoh and forty-five other ministers were sworn in by President Bola Tinubu on August 21, meaning he has spent 100 days as Minister of Sports … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Osun State Government on Tuesday announced that it has officially rolled out 19 buses as part of efforts to cushion the harsh effects of the petroleum subsidy removal by the Federal Government, adding that over N25 million was spent to put the buses in good shape. A statement signed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has called for the support of the Federal Government to enable the state to efficiently put in place necessary infrastructures. The Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, made the appeal on behalf of the governor when he received the Federal House of Representatives, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Works, Engineer Dave Umahi, has said the current administration inherited at least N14 trillion worth of 2,604 road projects covering 18,000 kilometers from the Muhammadu Buhari-led government. He stated this at the weekend after his first briefing session with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential … Read more
The recent tragic elevator accident at General Hospital Odan in Lagos Island, which claimed the life of Dr. Vwaere Diaso, sheds light on a deep-rooted issue plaguing Nigerian government properties – their poor management. The elevator accident serves as a grim symbol of the overall state of government properties in Nigeria – neglected and poorly … Read more
Southeast, infrastructure, political appointments, Tinubu administration, 10th National Assembly, Okechukwu, APC, democracy, Igbo adage Okechukwu: Southeast needs infrastructure, not political appointments. Southeast lacks leadership in 10th National Assembly. Southeast may be Tinubu’s administration’s greatest beneficiary. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Director General of Voice of Nigeria (VON), Osita Okechukwu, says the Southeast does not … Read more
President Tinubu hails MKO Abiola as democracy’s symbol and pledges massive investments to improve Nigerians’ lives despite fuel subsidy removal. Tinubu defends the decision to remove subsidies, promising infrastructure, education, and healthcare improvements to alleviate citizens’ hardships. Emphasizing the rule of law, Tinubu rejects illegal orders, enacts retirement age reform, and highlights the contested … Read more
The Coalition of Oodua Self-Determination Groups supports Tinubu’s decision to remove fuel subsidy and The group urges Nigerians to do the same, emphasizing that Nigeria cannot afford to continue budgeting trillions of naira on subsidy alone. They believe the funds allocated to subsidy can be better utilized to address various deficits and improve the quality … Read more
President Tinubu announces the end of fuel subsidy in his inaugural speech at the Eagle Square. The decision aims to redirect funds towards infrastructure, education, healthcare, and job creation. He emphasized the need to address security challenges, revitalize the economy and promote agriculture. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in his inaugural speech at the Eagle … Read more
As Nigeria prepares for the inauguration of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu as the country’s 16th president, there are key things you need to know. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that ahead of the inauguration, Nigerians have called on the president-elect to take quick actions to tackle critical issues in the country’s economy, security, fuel subsidy and … Read more
The governor inaugurated several projects on Thursday. This development comes a day after he sent representatives to commission projects across the state. He inaugurated new markets in Ketu, 12 other projects in Lagos East. Eko Hot Blog reports that the newly designed access roadway linking four local councils in Lagos State has opened to vehicular … Read more
The second Niger Bridge has been successfully completed and commissioned, fulfilling a long-awaited promise to the people of South-eastern Nigeria. Buhari and Uzodimma, along with other South-East governors and stakeholders, have expressed their gratitude for the completion of this significant infrastructure project. The bridge, named the “President Muhammadu Buhari Bridge,” EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
President Buhari has boasted of his administration’s achievements in strengthening Nigeria’s defence system and tackling challenges. According to the president, his administration has built a firm foundation for a prosperous Nigeria through infrastructure and agriculture success. Buhari urges governors-elect to deliver on their campaign promises to avoid electoral loss, emphasizing the importance of democracy and … Read more
Lawan has stated that the opposition parties will not determine the leadership of both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Lawan believes that a National Assembly working with the executive, under the leadership of President Buhari, would produce greater results than those who are antagonistic. He also urged newly-elected and returning lawmakers to push … Read more
Heavy downpour lasting three hours in Aba, Abia State, has submerged many houses. Floods have taken over roads in the commercial city due to overflowing water channels. Many residents have been left homeless, and assistance is being called for from relevant authorities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Following a heavy downpour that lasted for about … Read more
The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved contracts worth N15.3bn for various projects, including the supply and installation of ICT components for the upcoming population census. The contracts also cover the development of mobile device management solutions, infrastructure, and the procurement of vehicles. Additionally, the government approved new regulations to protect people living with HIV/AIDS … Read more
Sanwo-Olu held a town hall meeting in Eti-Osa on Sunday. It was a chance for the Lagos governor to share his infrastructure renewal efforts with residents. The residents reportedly applauded the governor’s intervention and asked for more. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, had a heart-to-heart conversation with residents of Eti-Osa … 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
By Philip Ibitoye The sad truth is, Nigeria’s educational standards have been in a downward spiral for too long. A chronic lack of political drive has left the sector lagging behind. The education sector has suffered due to a chronic deficiency of political determination from those in power to spark transformative change. The primary and … Read more
Tinubu attended a consultative session with the Federation of Construction Industry in Nigeria (FOCI) on Thursday. During the session, the APC presidential candidate revealed his plans to heavily invest in transportation infrastructure. He revealed plans to encourage states to build metro systems if elected president. Eko Hot Blog reports that the presidential candidate of the … Read more