EKO HOT BLOG reports that the supporters of the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, have bought a massive roadside billboard ahead of his 62nd birthday. This comes after the LP candidate, via his Twitter page on Monday, disclosed that he is not ready to celebrate … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kano State government has denied reports of an alleged comment made by the Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdulsalam-Gwarzo, concerning President Bola Tinubu’s N8,000 palliative. The state government says the report making the rounds that it criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s N500 billion dollar palliative sharing formula was false. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
President Tinubu assumed office on May 29, 2023. An amendment to the 1999 constitution mandates him to appoint his ministers within 60 days of his inauguration. He has less than 20 days to submit the list per this law. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu is set to forward his ministerial list to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a flood alert for 14 states and 31 communities. In a statement on Tuesday, the Lagos territorial coordinator of NEMA, Ibrahim Farinloye, said the concerned areas may witness heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding from July 4 to 8. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The deputy governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo has assumed office as the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs. He assumed office shortly after he was designated commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs by the State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. The Permanent Secretary of the … Read more
Peter Obi, the LP candidate in the 2023 Presidential election, has reacted to the ongoing building demolitions in Kano and other parts of Nigeria. He emphasizes that while some demolitions may be necessary, compassion and compensation should be provided to the innocent victims. Obi calls for a humanitarian approach, considering the housing deficit and the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has said that the state will partner with reputable private universities within and outside the country for human capital development. The governor made the disclosure today at Kano Government House when he received in audience, the president of the Association of African Private … Read more
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the payment of NECO fees for 55,000 students of public schools. The governor urged the students to work hard and reciprocate the gesture by getting good results. The governor also assured the people of the state that his administration is coming up with policies and programs to … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that some burglars suspected of stealing rods and other building supplies from Kano State’s collapsed Daula Hotel are currently stuck beneath the rubble. One person has been reported dead, and several others are yet to be accounted for. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Thursday, June 15th, 2023 DSS Invites Suspended EFCC Chairman … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria has launched the E-Naira campaign at Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology in Kano. Students and staff are encouraged to adopt the E-wallet system for tuition and other transactions, promoting financial security and efficiency. The university has expressed support for the initiative, recognizing the benefits of cashless transactions and … 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 Federal High Court in Kano has nullified the candidacy of Abia State governor-elect, Alex Otti, in the March 18 governorship election. The court ruled that the Labour Party’s selection process, including Otti’s emergence as the candidate, did not comply with the requirements of the electoral act. As a result, the Labour Party has filed … Read more
185 suspects have been arrested following a successful crackdown by the NDLEA on drug joints in Abuja and Kano. Babafemi made this known in a statement on Sunday. During the raid, different quantities of illicit substances were recovered. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested 185 … Read more
The APC won the majority of seats in the Nigerian senate in the recently concluded elections. The victory set up an intense battle within the party for the senate presidency. However, a governor familiar with the race says it is over. Eko Hot Blog reports that the outgoing Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, has … Read more
At least five people have reportedly died in a boat mishap at Kanwa Dam in Kano State. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, and six survivors were rescued from the water. Investigations into the accident are ongoing, with reports set to be made available. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the at least five people reportedly … Read more
In a show of compassion, President Buhari has offered his condolences to Aminu Dantata following the passing of his wife Hajiya Rabi. Hajiya Rabi died on Saturday in Saudi Arabia. Buhari supplicated to Allah that He accepts her good deeds. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the demise of Hajiya … Read more
The APC has directed its legal team to seek redress over the results and declaration of NNPP governorship candidate Abba Yusuf as the winner of the Kano election. The party alleged that INEC acted in contrast to the provisions of the electoral rules by declaring Yusuf the governor-elect. The state party hierarchy has directed its … 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
Governorship elections held in 28 states of the federation last Saturday, March 18, 2023. However, only 26 states have returned winners as of Thursday evening. The remaining two elections were declared inconclusive. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the winners of governorship elections in 26 of the 28 … Read more
The Enugu governorship election held on Saturday, March 18, 2023. However, no winner was returned until Wednesday night after the electoral commission suspended the collation of results on Monday. The commission resumed collation Wednesday evening and consequently declared a winner. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the candidate … Read more