The Nigerian Army officially transitioned to new leadership on Monday with the symbolic lowering and hoisting of the command flag at Army Headquarters, marking the assumption of Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as the 24th Chief of Army Staff (COAS). Oluyede’s appointment followed the tragic death of his predecessor, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, and was approved by President … Read more
Godwin Obaseki has taken a vacation to rest and undergo comprehensive medical check-ups after completing his second term as Governor of Edo State on November 11, 2024, Obaseki’s media adviser, Crusoe Osagie, revealed this on Wednesday night in a statement to Naija News. According to Osagie, Obaseki “once again expressed gratitude to God Almighty and … Read more
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has officially dissolved his cabinet ahead of the inauguration of Senator Monday Okpebholo from the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the new governor. Naija News reports that the dissolution took place on Friday, following a valedictory session at the Government House in Benin City. The motion for the dissolution of … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has promoted Acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Olufemi Oluyede to the rank of Lieutenant General. This promotion, confirmed by sources at the Presidential Villa, was announced on Tuesday and follows Oluyede’s recent appointment as Acting COAS. If confirmed by the Senate, Oluyede will assume the role permanently, officially replacing Lt. General … Read more
In a celebration of wellness, unity, and personal growth, the Epe Division Professional Women Association (EPWA) recently gathered for a three-day retreat that infused the coastal town of Idado, Ibeju-Lekki, with an inspiring energy. This annual retreat, which also served as the association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), offered EPWA members a chance to unwind, reflect, … Read more
The Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has appointed Ben Iloanusi as the acting Managing Director (MD) of the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC). This decision comes after the completion of Fidet Okhiria’s tenure as MD. The announcement was made on Sunday by Yakub Mahmood, the Deputy Director of Public Relations at NRC. Okhiria officially completed his second … Read more
Olusegun Alebiosu appointed as acting Managing Director of First Bank of Nigeria. Former MD, Dr. Adesola Adeduntan, resigned after nine years of service. Alebiosu brings over 28 years of banking and financial services experience to the role. EKO HOT BLOG reports that First Bank of Nigeria Limited has announced the appointment of Olusegun Alebiosu as its … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chairman of Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State, Abdullahi Garba Ramat, has resigned. This online media platform understands that Ramat, elected into office in March 2021, served in that capacity till Monday, February 5, when he handed over to his Deputy. Ramat had announced his resignation in a post … Read more