Labour Party rules out Peter Obi as 2027 presidential candidate Three possible candidates already identified from South-West, South-South, and South-East Arabambi says revealing names now could endanger their safety Factional National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party (LP), Abayomi Arabambi, has stated that Peter Obi will not be the party’s presidential candidate in the 2027 … Read more
PDP,LP,APC,Others May Form Alliance, Soludo to Seek for 2nd term in office PDP to hold 99th National Executive Council Meeting The political landscape in Nigeria is set to undergo a significant shift as the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu moves towards its midterm with the fierce criticism of the PDP, LP taking the center … Read more
Dr. Tanko Yunusa, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, has expressed strong confidence that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, will emerge victorious in the 2027 presidential race. Yunusa credited Obi’s solid track record and widespread public support as the foundation for his optimism. Speaking at a good … Read more
The outgoing governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has appealed to residents to remain calm over Saturday’s governorship election as announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday. INEC declared Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the keenly contested election in the South-South state. EDITOR’S PICKS: Gospel … Read more
The Labour Party, LP, in Edo state has called on eligible voters to ignore the comments made by some political parties and individuals during the campaign for the state gubernatorial election. EKO HOT BLOG reports that over 2.2 million people with permanent voter cards will be electing their new governor today (Saturday). EDITOR’S PICKS: School … Read more
Edo state Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has declared the forthcoming governorship election in the state a do-or-die affair. Obaseki made this declaration at the PDP grand finale rally in the Ekenwan area of Benin City, the state capital, He blasted Adams Oshiomhole, his predecessor, for low performance during his tenure. “The person I took over from … Read more
The Governorship Campaign Train of the People Democratic Party (PDP) on Thursday received defectors in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government of Edo ahead of the September 21 governorship election in the state. The Leader of the defectors, Chief Harrison Echie, said the defectors were members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Labour Party(LP). … Read more
702 members from LP, APGA, PRP, and PDP in Makera Constituency defected to APC to support the party in the upcoming local government elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that no fewer than 702 members from the Labour Party (LP), All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), People’s Redemption Party (PRP), and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Makera … 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
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
Labour Party in Lagos urges Tinubu-led government to rethink electricity tariff hike. Concerns raised over NERC’s 300% tariff increase, citing potential economic strain. LP suggests tariffs should not exceed 25%, advises against subsidy removal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has called on the Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government to … Read more
Labour Party National Chairman Julius Abure discharged from hospital after fire engulfs his Abuja residence. Incident described as assassination attempt by party officials; family trapped by flames, but rescued with help from neighbours and security personnel. Abure and family stable, receiving treatment at private hospital; National Youth Leader confirms Abure’s discharge and plans for further … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Labour Party (LP) has claimed that its National Chairman, Julius Abure, has escaped an assassination attempt on his life. The opposition party also claimed that Abure’s residence in Abuna was gutted by fire on Wednesday. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Students Loan Disbursement Begins As Tinubu Re-enacts Legislation UCH Ibadan Plunges … Read more
Peter Obi denies rumors of leaving Labour Party ahead of 2027 elections. Affirms commitment to LP during conversation on X Space. Supports creation of structure for ‘Obidient’ movement, emphasizes importance of political blocs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has dismissed rumors of defecting from the … Read more
LP denies BoT takeover; Abure elected at Nnewi convention. Ifoh: Ejiofor inactive for 20 years; LP unaware of BoT. LP urges NLC to halt interference; Abure elected chairman. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) leadership refutes claims of a takeover by the Board of Trustees (BoT) in a statement following Sylvester Ejiofor’s announcement … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Board of Trustees (BoT) of Labour Party (LP), has on Wednesday stepped in to steer the affairs of the party, following the expiration of the tenure of the National Working Committee (NWC) headed by Mr. Julius Abure. The party said, in a statement by Chairman of the BoT, Comrade … Read more
Labour Party petitions key government institutions over NLC aggression. LP calls for disciplinary action against NLC President and others for alleged vandalism. Tensions rise as NLC stages picket at LP secretariat, leading to property destruction and salary loss. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) leadership has lodged a petition with key government institutions, … Read more
NLC Political Commission declares Julius Abure no longer National Chairman of Labour Party. Abure’s claims of theft during party secretariat takeover denounced as “sarcastic and pathetic.” Legal action planned against Abure for defamation and financial impropriety. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Political Commission on Friday, declared Julius Abure as no longer … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has lauded President Bola Tinubu’s directive to implement the Steve Orasanye report. In a statement released through his official handle on Wednesday morning, Obi expressed his approval of the directive for implementing the report, noting that it is a welcome … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, on Saturday received his certificate of return from the leadership of the party. Okpebholo last Thursday defeated Dennis Idahosa and 10 other aspirants to emerge the party’s candidate in the forthcoming governorship election. The presentation of … Read more