EKO HOT BLOG reports Justice Musa Dattijo of the Supreme Court will officially retire from the bench on Friday, October 27, 2023. The apex court spokesperson, Festus Akande, announced Dattijo’s retirement on Sunday in a statement made available to reporters in Abuja, the nation’s capital. EDITOR’S PICKS List Of Judges To Hear Atiku, Obi’s … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Honorable Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has conveyed her satisfaction with the dispensation of justice in the case of Filippo Ferlazzo, an Italian national responsible for the tragic loss of a Nigerian life in Italy. She acknowledges the irreplaceable nature of the life that … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the embattled Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, stood in for the party’s presidential candidate, Peter at the ongoing sitting of the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja. At 9:34 a.m., when Justice Haruna Tsammani, the chairman of the tribunal, asked for the introduction of the petitioners and respondents, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has expressed strong determination that the perpetrators of the attack on worshippers in Saya-Saya village, Ikara Local Government Area of the state would be brought to justice. Speaking st the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the 21.7km Anchau-Gadas-Palla Road in Kubau and Ikara … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that not less than a hundred Nigerians have signed a petition demanding justice and transparency in the ongoing presidential electoral tribunal proceedings. The move comes amidst the delay in delivering judgment on the petition filed against President Bola Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). … Read more
The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has initiated the demolition of illegally erected structures on government properties. A task force has been deployed to dismantle these constructions, including those within the Kano Race Course. The governor aims to reclaim public lands sold by the previous administration and ensure justice for those involved. EKO … Read more
Tribunal has dismissed AA’s petition seeking Makinde’s removal. The judgement was delivered on Friday by a three-man tribunal led by Justice Ejiro Emudainohwu. The tribunal, which included Justices Baraka Wali and I. S. Galadima, met in Ibadan, the state capital. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oyo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has dismissed … Read more
The Labour Party chairman Barr. Julius Abure, has criticized the current leadership in Nigeria, stating that the country deserves better. The party has taken the matter to the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, seeking justice for the disputed 2023 Presidential Election. The Labour Party aims to provide a government that can effectively manage the country, address … Read more
Ortom has criticized President Buhari’s administration, describing it as the worst in Nigeria’s history. The governor stated that the past eight years have witnessed unimaginable poverty, insecurity, and maladministration. Furthermore, he lamented the President’s failure to deal decisively with armed Fulani herdsmen and corruption. EKO HOTBLOG reports that during the commissioning of the headquarters of … Read more
Newly appointed judges of the election petition tribunal have taken their oath of service in Abuja. They are urged to uphold integrity, the rule of law, and impartiality while adjudicating on electoral disputes arising from the 2023 general election. The Chief Justice of Nigeria emphasizes the importance of their role in maintaining peace and justice, … Read more
Obasanjo has warned against failure to achieve Nigeria’s full potential According to him, Justice, equity and fairness are crucial to Nigeria’s success. The former President also stated that Post-independence leaders performed better than current ones. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has emphasized the need for Nigerians to unite and join … Read more
A chieftain of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Musa Saidu says the Southeast region has no business demanding the seat of Senate President for the 10th National Assembly due to not voting for the APC. The Southeast Senate Caucus had demanded that the APC zone the position to the region for fairness and justice. The … Read more
The Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned till May 22 a lawsuit filed by Nnamdi Kanu against the DSS. Kanu’s representative is asking the court to compel DSS to allow him access to his physician, but DSS filed a preliminary objection urging the court to dismiss the suit for … Read more
Fintiri has reacted to the arrest of the embattled REC of Adamawa State, Yunusa Hudu-Ari, by the police. Fintiri has demanded justice for the failed electoral heist and welcomes the arrest as a step towards maintaining the sanctity of Nigeria’s electoral system. Governor Fintiri called for due diligence in the prosecution of all those involved … Read more
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) was fined Channels Television N5 million for an alleged code violation. SERAP and CJID have filed a lawsuit against NBC for imposing an arbitrary fine, claiming a breach of fair hearing and right to access information. The court has been asked to mandate NBC to reverse the fine. EKO HOT … Read more
Atiku has stated that the outcome of the 2023 presidential election has worsened ethnic and religious divisions in Nigeria. He has expressed deep concern over the state of Nigeria and urges justice, fairness, peace, and harmony to become the hallmarks of the nation. Atiku has called on Nigerians to engage in interfaith dialogue and reject … Read more
Atiku Abubakar has congratulated Muslims on the end of Ramadan and calls for unity in building a more peaceful Nigeria. He emphasized the need for healing divisions caused by national politics and advocates for justice, fairness, and interfaith dialogue. Atiku Abubakar wishes all families celebrating Eid-el-Fitri pleasant festivities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential … Read more
Diran Onifade has stated that Peter Obi’s chances of winning the presidential election tribunal were certain. Onifade argued that the election was sabotaged, and that the results submitted by each polling unit were different from what the INEC collated. He also stated that people would be surprised by Peter Obi’s popularity in the North. EKO … Read more
Dino Melaye has prayed to God during Ramadan for the nullification of Bola Tinubu’s presidency. The PDP and Atiku Abubakar have filed a petition challenging the declaration of Tinubu as president-elect, alleging that the election was rigged. Melaye asks God to use the holy period of Ramadan to right the wrongs of INEC and the … Read more
State Governors have given Malami, Emefiele Tuesday ultimatum to obey the Supreme Court order on Naira redesign. The state governments threatened to file contempt charges against the two top officials. It’s over one week since the apex court handed down the order, the AGF and the CBN have kept mum over the verdict. EKO HOT … Read more