President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given state governors a seven-day deadline to report back on their plans to boost food production and security in their respective states. Speaking at the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting, Tinubu emphasized the urgency of increasing food production and pledged his support to states in achieving this goal. “Our states … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Works Dave Umahi, has on Tuesday announced a significant alteration to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. According to the Minister, the route of the highway has been rerouted to prevent potential damage to subsea cables owned by telecommunication companies, Additionally, in a move to cut costs, the … Read more
Minister of Works David Umahi abruptly walked out on journalists during a scheduled press meeting in the Federal Capital Territory. The sudden departure caused surprise and confusion among the media personnel invited to cover the ministry’s activities. Journalists had been waiting for over 50 minutes for the briefing to commence before the incident occurred. EKO … Read more
Tinubu traveled from Lagos to Abuja to inaugurate projects by the Federal Capital Territory Administration. He departed from Murtala Muhammed International Airport with dignitaries. During his Lagos visit, Tinubu attended the official launch of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. President Bola Tinubu traveled from Lagos to Abuja this morning to inaugurate several projects completed by the … Read more
The Federal Government recently started demolishing properties to clear the way for the construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway. President Tinubu has officially kicked off the construction. He says the highway will provide major economic benefits to Nigerians. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday in Lagos State, flagged off the construction … Read more
Telcos are raising concerns about the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway construction disrupting Internet connectivity. They are seeking the relocation of the submarine cables. The calls come a few months after cable cuts in Côte D’Ivoire disrupted Internet services in Nigeria. Eko Hot Blog reports that telecommunications companies (Telcos) have expressed fears that the construction of the … Read more
A part of the Landmark Africa Beach Resort was recently demolished by the Federal Government. The resort was demolished to clear the way for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. However, Landmark Africa remains in business, raising eyebrows from critics. Eko Hot Blog reports that that Reno Omokri, a former presidential spokesperson, has criticised Landmark Africa … Read more
Minister dismisses concerns, says due process followed Welcomes House probe, plans to televise proceedings live Rejects Atiku’s claim of loan irregularities for the project Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a bold stance, the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has declared his readiness to undergo a probe over the controversy surrounding the Lagos-Calabar Coastal … Read more
Presidency addresses Abubakar’s conflict of interest claim regarding Lagos-Calabar coastal highway. Atiku alleges project awarded to Hitech Construction due to ties with President Bola Tinubu. Presidency responds to allegations, denies any impropriety. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidency on Monday addressed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s allegation of conflict of interest in the award of … Read more
Arthur Eze believes Tinubu will transform Nigeria in 8 years, endorsing him during a church donation. South-South Governors praise Tinubu for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. They urge the federal government to commence work on the Calabar end promptly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian billionaire and politician, Arthur Eze, expressed his belief that President Bola … Read more
DStv, GOtv anticipate service disruption Technical teams are relocating facilities to minimize disruptions. Construction of the 700km highway, costing N15 trillion, aims to integrate North and South Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that DStv and GOtv have notified their customers about an anticipated service disruption from Sunday, May 5, to Tuesday, May 7, due to ongoing … Read more
Presidential aide calls out Landmark Beach owners’ impunity Criticizes their disregard for consequences in Nigeria Claims they wouldn’t dare act similarly abroad or in nearby countries Eko Hot Blog reports that Temitope Ajayi, the senior special assistant to President Bola Tinubu on media and publicity, has lambasted the owners of the Landmark Beach in Lagos … Read more
The Federal Government has started demolishing properties along the route of the Lagos-Calabar highway. The government had promised to compensate property owners affected by the demolition. It said it has started fulfilling its promise to the property owners. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government says it will start paying N2.75 billion compensation to … Read more
Umahi Accuses Peter Obi of Inciting Igbos Against Tinubu Govt Alleges Obi Misleading Southeast Over Lagos-Calabar Highway Project Claims Obi Won’t Fight for Those He Misguides Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has leveled accusations against the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, alleging that he … Read more