Buhari has condemned the killing of the Labour Party Senatorial Candidate. Buhari, on Friday, conveyed his sadness regarding the tragic incident. He expressed confidence that those responsible will be brought to book. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has strongly condemned the gruesome killing of Chief Oyibo Chukwu, the Labour Party senatorial candidate … Read more
By Bernard Joseph One name that is profound in conversations around the coming election is Peter Obi. Obi, a man whose name has become synonymous with success and prudent spending, has captured the hearts and minds of young Nigerians across the country. There is no denying the incredible achievements of this former governor of Anambra … Read more
The blazing story of a raid on Bola Tinubu’s home by the EFCC has been called into question by the All Progressives Congress. The party wants the reporter arrested for publishing what they consider to be fake news. According to Onanuga, Director of PCC Media and publicity, there was no basis for the where and … Read more
Nigeria’s presidential election is set to hold on Saturday, February 25, 2022. While some candidates are losing support, others are consolidating and pulling more support to their campaigns. Tinubu is one of those pulling support for his presidential bid. Eko Hot Blog reports that some members of the Labour Party (LP) in the north-west zone … Read more
Dumebi Kachikwu has refused Olusegun Obasanjo’s request to work with Peter Obi. Kachikwu has stated that he is not stepping out of the presidential race and is running till the end. The ADC candidate also denied endorsing Peter Obi and pointed out that he sees him as just another candidate in a political party. EKO … Read more
The former President of the National Youth Council of Nigeria has raised a conspiracy theory that the Naira situation facing the country is caused by political elites after the victory of Peter Obi. Bello Shagari states the only reason behind the Naira redesign is to help Peter Obi become President of Nigeria, thus indirectly pointing … Read more
The Deputy Governorship Candidate and SDP Chairman in Abia State defected to the Labour Party. The defectors pledged to work for the victory of the LP Governorship Candidate at the poll. The LP is optimistic about winning the election with the new support. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Deputy Governorship Candidate of the Social … Read more
Another spade of violence on Labour Party supporters reported as thugs clash with supporters during a campaign in Surulere. One man allegedly stabbed in the clash that took place at Aguda Market in Surulere. Supporters had joined the Deputy Governorship candidate of the Labour Party, Princess Oyefusi to campaign prior to being assailed on by … Read more
Barrister Julius Abure denied reports of Southwest LP collapsing into APC. There were reports that Southwest LP aligned with APC ahead of the 2023 election. Abure said Banji, alleged Southwest LP Chairman, was expelled from the party and not an official representative. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), … Read more
In the wake of the 2023 elections, the Southwest chapter of the Labour Party has deserted the Labour Party and formed an alliance with the APC. The decision was made in a meeting held in Akure, the capital of Ondo State. It involved the former Southwest LP Chairman, Omotoso Banji, as the leaders came together … Read more
A petition claiming that Peter Obi’s presidential campaign gave N2 billion mobilisation fee to CAN recently circulated on social media. The campaign described claims in the petition as “blackmail stuff” and denied its candidate gave out any money to mobilise people to vote for him. The Christian body also denied that it was unaware of … Read more
The LP Kano guber candidate has reportedly joined APC. This is coming after the candidate met with the APC presidential candidate. A close ally of the candidate confirmed the defection. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in Kano State, Bashir Ishaq Bashir, has reportedly defected after meeting with … Read more
The 2023 elections draw closer, and the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party kicks off a rally in Lagos. Peter Obi’s conversation is taken to the traders in market places of the City as the politician aims at winning the heart of the APC. The former Anambra State governor pledges a New Nigeria in his … Read more
INEC faced allegations of bias against Peter Obi on Wednesday. The allegations came after the electoral body’s official Twitter handle liked a tweet critical of the LP presidential candidate. The commission said it has started a probe of the incident because it did not reflect the institution’s neutrality. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent … Read more
Dogara has warned Southern Kaduna people against voting for the Labour party in the coming elections. Dogara recently defected and declared support for the PDP presidential candidate, Atiku. According to the speaker of the House Of Reps, Peter Obi is incapable of getting 25% of the votes from the North-west. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Tinubu has disagreed with the latest survey carried out by Nextier which projected Peter Obi’s victory in the 2023 election. Tinubu’s reaction was contained in a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, his campaign’s Director of Media and Publicity. While describing the organisers of the poll as “jesters”, Onanuga declared that Obi “is not a major contender … Read more
Senator Ekwunife has debunked endorsing Peter Obi, citing a “lack of structure and capacity”. Ekwunife in a statement on Sunday acknowledged Peter Obi as her elder brother and leader but stated that their political aspiration differs. She reiterated her commitment to PDP, stressing she would not work against the party for any reason. EKO HOT … Read more
Gunmen have attacked the House of Assembly candidate’s home in Imo State. The attack happened in the early hours of today (Saturday), with the assailants burning down his home and cars parked in his compound. Speaking on the attack, Obiaraeri blamed it on the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). EKO HOT BLOG reports that unknown … Read more
Sanwo-Olu was a no-show at the Lagos governorship debate on Sunday. He had vowed to boycott the event, claiming that he could not share the stage with the PDP candidate, whom he accused of fomenting violence in the state. The Lagos governor was the only absentee on Sunday as three candidates showed up to pitch … Read more