A former Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists ( NUJ) Delta state council, Comrade Norbert Chiazor has been appointed as Special Assistant on Media by Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State. Chiazor served as director Media and strategic communication, to Hon Prince Ned Nwoko senatorial campaigns in the 2019 elections and also rallied media … Read more
The Northern States Christian Elders Forum (NOSCEF), on Sunday pleaded with President Muhammadu Buhari, to give the Christian community in the country Christmas gift by ensuring the release of Leah Sharibu. Leah Sharibu has been in the custody of the dreaded Boko Haram terrorists group for a long time. In a statement, NOSCEF said, “We … Read more
In its quest to make financial services more accessible and affordable to various stakeholders in the economy, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reviewed downward most charges and fees for banking services This was contained in the new Guide to Charges by Banks, Other Financial, and Non-bank Financial Institutions, with effect from January 1, … Read more
A group identified as the “Coalition Against Terrorism and Extremism,” has berated a report by President Donald Trump‘s the United States, which placed Nigeria under a special watch list of countries. Ekohotblog had reported earlier a statement by Michael Pompeo, the US Secretary of State, had explained that Nigeria was placed on the list for … Read more
Secretary to the Lagos State Safety Commission on legal matter, Ms Tola Sanusi has highlighted issues of safety as a critical tool for the development and protection lives and property. READ ALSO: Safety Regulation Key For Effective Judiciary – Lagos Attorney General Ekohotblog reports that Ms Tola Sanusi gave the highlights during her presentation at … Read more
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Sunday, December 22nd, 2019 1. Lawan Mourns Late Uwajumogu Says, Senate Will Work For His Ideals The Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, has promised that the 9th Senate would work for the ideals of the late senator Benjamin Uwajumogu. READ MORE 2. Edo APC Crisis: … Read more
The Lagos State Government Office of the Public Defender (OPD) has assured residents of the state of government’s determination to protect and safeguard their fundamental human rights as entrenched in the relevant sections of the constitution. This was made known in Lagos on Thursday by the Director of the Lagos State Office of the Public … Read more
France international Paul Pogba who has been out injured for long period has been included in the Manchester United squad for Sunday’s Premier League game at Watford. The midfielder, 26, has not played since the draw with Arsenal on 30 September after having ankle surgery. The French international’s return to action was put on hold … Read more
Roberto Firmino struck in extra time to hand Liverpool a first Fifa Club World Cup triumph as Jurgen Klopp’s side eventually ended the resistance of Brazilian champions Flamengo in Qatar. Firmino, who scored a dramatic injury-time winner against Monterrey to send Liverpool into the final, produced a composed finish in the 99th minute as the … Read more
The organisers of Soundcity MVP Awards Festival have unveiled their nominees list with Burna Boy, Davido, Diamond Platnumz, Shatta Wale, Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade and Wizkid contending for the African artiste of the year title. The award festival is expected to hold January 11, 2020. According to the executive producer of the Soundcity MVPs, Tajuddeen … Read more
Veteran Nollywood actor, Saidi Balogun has cleared the air on speculations that he is back with his estranged wife Faithia William, after they both have been spotted at social gatherings. Speaking during a recent interview, Balogun said he has not nursed the thoughts of remarrying Faithia, as they both have a lot of other things … Read more
French President Emmanuel Macron said 33 terrorists had been neutralized in an operation by French forces in central Mali on Saturday. He said in a speech to the French community in the Ivory Coast that French soldiers had also released two Malian gendarmes being held by jihadists in the city of Mopti. Macron is visiting … Read more
Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has received an award for being an Employee-Friendly organization from the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE). Godwin Idemudia, EKEDC Spokesman, said in a statement said the award was in recognition of the company’s efforts toward protecting the interest and ensuring a conducive environment for employees. He said NUEE cited … Read more
In fulfillment of the welfare packages promised by the State Government to its workforce, the Governor of Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu today presented a total sum of N480m to the families of 258 deceased workers as life insurance premium benefits. The Commissioner for the Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs, Mrs. Yetunde Arobieke … Read more
….Graduates 509 Officers The Nigeria Immigration Service has mandated all its officers to undergo drug tests to ensure proper handling of weapons. The Comptroller General of the NIS, Mr Muhammad Babandede, disclosed this in a statement by the Service Public Relations Officer, Mr Sunday James, on Saturday in Abuja. He warned officers and men to … Read more
Royal Dutch Shell said on Friday it expected to write down up to $2.3 billion in the fourth quarter, the latest major energy company forced to shrink estimates for sector values due to a weaker economic outlook. In a trading update ahead of full year results, Shell also lowered its oil products sales forecast, pointing … Read more
The House of Representatives has approved the budget of the Federal Capital Territory for 2020, totalling N278,355,365,947. Out of the figure, N55,878,241,095 is set aside for personnel cost and N62,343,723,435 for overhead cost, while the balance of N160,133,401,417 is for capital expenditure. The approval followed the adoption of the report by the Committee on FCT … Read more
The Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman has revealed that Nigerians will start paying more on electricity supply as the Federal Government plans to boost power supply. According to Mamma, improvement in electricity supply necessitated the need to increase the electricity tariffs. Already, there is ongoing tariff reform in the power sector for the eleven power … Read more
Apostle Johnson Suleman of Omega Fire Ministries has vowed to stop supporting Arsenal football club after the appointment of Mikel Arteta as their new manager. The popular Nigerian faulted Arsenal’s decision to sign the club’s former midfielder which he described as “gamble”. In a tweet, the clergyman wrote: “Mikel Arteta now Arsenal coach? Former Manchester … Read more
Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has placed Nigeria on a special watch list of nations involved in or tolerated religious persecution. Ekohotblog reports that this was made known in a statement on Friday. December 20 by the Secretary of State Michael Pompeo. This online news medium understands that Nigeria was added to … Read more