middlemen

NIS Warns: Higher Passport Fees Alone Won’t Stop Racketeering

Sep 5, 2025. by Kelvin Umoh

Higher passport fees cannot stop unofficial payments. Applicants face system glitches and rely on middlemen. Reforms underway, but corruption persists. Despite increasing passport fees, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) acknowledges that applicants still encounter unofficial charges and exploitation, highlighting ongoing challenges within the system. According to Eko Hot Blog, insiders including serving and retired NIS … Read more

Economy: Experts Predict Mid-Year Drop In Prices

Apr 7, 2024. by Praise Ben

Experts foresee mid-year price drop, offering hope amid high living costs. Calls for CBN to lower dollar rate and consumer protection efforts aim to ease financial burdens. Optimism rises with planting season and government initiatives, hinting at lower commodity prices. EKO HOT BLOG reports that as the Nigerian economy navigates through various challenges, experts foresee a … Read more