The Labour Party has confirmed Peter Obi as their presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, refuting rumors of any changes and emphasizing their commitment to unity and peaceful resolution of internal disputes. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Labour Party (LP) has confirmed that Peter Obi will remain the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 elections in … Read more
The Labour Party in Lagos State has criticized Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s inadequate response to the escalating cholera epidemic, urging immediate and comprehensive measures to control the spread and prevent further deaths. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Labour Party (LP) in Lagos State has urged Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to intensify efforts to control the spread … Read more
Top political stories today feature President Bola Tinubu, his former rivals; former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, and more. Eko Hot Blog reports all the details below: Tinubu In South Africa For Ramaphosa’s Inauguration President Bola Tinubu arrived in South Africa on Tuesday night to attend the inauguration of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Paul Orajiaka, the Labour Party (LP) aspirant for the 2025 Anambra State governorship election, disclosed that he left the All Progressives Congress (APC) to join his current party because of the good traits of the 2023 presidential candidate of the party, Peter Obi. During an interactive session with journalists in … Read more
Massive Turnout As Peter Obi , Labour Party Leaders Kick Off Edo Campaign. Obi expressed support for the party’s gubernatorial candidate, Olumide Akpata, and his running mate, Yusuf Kadiri. The Labour Party aims to win the Edo State government in the upcoming polls. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party … Read more
Peter Obi has wished President Tinubu well after the latter’s fall. Eko Hot Blog reports that Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, has discouraged gloating over President Bola Tinubu’s fall at the venue of the 2024 Democracy Day celebration. The former Anambra governor reacted to the incident … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal High Court in Benin City has slated its judgment for July 19, 2024, concerning the contentious Labour Party (LP) governorship primaries which took place on February 23. Aspirant Kenneth Imasuangbon has disputed the victory of Olumide Akpata, citing procedural irregularities and issues with Akpata’s documentation. Justice Babatunde Quadri … Read more
Barring unforeseen circumstances, the 2026 Ekiti and Osun governorship elections are less than 27 and 28 months respectively. In Osun State, it is believed in the All Progressives Congress (APC) family circle that former Governor Rauf Aregbesola’s tendency worked for the then Candidate, now Governor Ademola Adeleke and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the September 21 Edo State governorship election, Olumide Akpata, has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state of destroying his campaign billboards. Akpata made the claim via a statement he released after a press conference on Friday in Benin. He … Read more
Yunusa Tanko clarified that the Obidient Movement is larger and operates independently of the Labour Party. The movement focuses on good governance and is willing to challenge both the Labour Party and Peter Obi if necessary. The Labour Party recently renamed its Directorate of Obidient Affairs to the Directorate of Mobilisation and Integration after receiving … Read more
NLC believes Peter Obi Won’t Support Julius Abure As Labour Party Chairman. Deputy President of the NLC Political Commission, Prof. Theophilus Ndubuaku, stated that the union has not resolved its differences with Abure and the NWC. Obi’s camp denied endorsing the Abure-led NWC after their contentious convention. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress … Read more
Sanwo-Olu Must Provide Living Wage, Says Lagos Labour Party. Olubunmi Odesanya, the party’s Lagos State Publicity Secretary, highlighted the need to address socio-economic challenges and review the minimum wage. Odesanya urged the APC to consider the workers’ welfare in their minimum wage proposals. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State chapter of the Labour Party … Read more
The APC in Ondo State’s Ode-Aye Ward 1 has suspended governorship aspirant Folake Omogoroye. Omogoroye was suspended after filing a lawsuit to annul the party’s primary election results. The Labour Party dismissed its Edo State executive and appointed a 17-man caretaker committee. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ode-Aye Ward … Read more
The Labour Party’s NWC has declared Abure’s suspension by the Edo State chapter as “illegal” and “unconstitutional.” The party’s Secretary stated that only a national convention can suspend the national chairman. The NWC advised Abure to disregard the suspension, stating it lacks legal authority and is part of ongoing attacks against him. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Labour Party’s National Chairman, Julius Abure has been suspended. Allegations against him include; high-handedness, anti-party activities, fraud Investigations on the situation are still ongoing EKO HOT BLOG reports that Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), has been suspended from his position. The suspension, outlined in a letter dated May 14, 2024, by … Read more
Controversial activist VeryDarkMan praises Tinubu’s political prowess Claims opposition underestimates Tinubu’s intelligence and determination Predicts Tinubu will remain president until 2032, opposition merger plans futile Eko Hot Blog reports that in a bold declaration, controversial social media activist Martins vincent otse popularly known as VeryDarkMan has hailed President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the “greatest … Read more
Peter Obi Endorses Abure’s Leadership As Kenneth Okonkwo Breaks Ties With Labour Party. Obi emphasized the need for unity among party members and prioritizing Nigeria’s well-being over personal interests. Obi highlighted that Nigeria’s key challenges include human capital development, focusing on food security, education, healthcare, and clean water access. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
Kenneth Okonkwo suspends his association with the Julius Abure-led Labour Party, citing corruption and incompetence. Okonkwo prefers to prioritize a new Nigeria, stating he would rather lose doing the right thing than win doing the wrong thing. He compares the Abure-led Labour Party to the All Progressives Congress (APC), which he previously left for similar … Read more
There is a problem about the institutional framework in which the Nigerian state as presently constituted is based. To have democracy, good governance and credible elections, there must be institutional reforms and great accountability in government. The three are interwoven, only that we tend to think that democracy is all about elections. In any case, … Read more
Peter Obi, Otti, Leads Labour Party In Ondo Governorship Campaign. Campaign aims to win November 16 election, overthrowing the current APC administration. Dr. Ayodele Olorunfemi selected as Labour Party’s candidate after unanimous primary vote on April 27. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party has announced that its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, alongside Abia State … Read more