Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has condemned the use of handcuffs on human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi during his appearance at the Ekiti State High Court. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Farotimi’s arrest stemmed from a defamation lawsuit filed by Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Afe Babalola. The lawsuit alleged defamation in Farotimi’s book, Nigeria … Read more
Inmates’ rights advocate and Director General of the Prison Rehabilitation Mission, Bishop Kayode Williams, has suggested possible reasons for why convicted cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky, was reportedly held outside the designated Custodial Centre where he was supposed to serve his sentence. This comes amid allegations that he was sentenced to six months in … Read more
By Fikayo Babalola The Federal Government has declared June 12 Democracy Day as a public holiday. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has declared Wednesday, June 12 a public holiday to mark this year’s Democracy Day, commemorating the country’s journey towards democratic governance. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior, Minister … Read more
The Federal Government has pledged to relocate correctional centres. The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has visited the Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre. The government has assured that such an incident will not happen again. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has pledged to relocate some correctional centres across the country. This was … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a security breach occurred at the Suleja Correctional Facility in Niger State on Wednesday night when several inmates escaped during a heavy downpour. The rainfall, which affected various communities in Niger State and the neighbouring Federal Capital Territory (FCT), weakened the prison’s defences by damaging parts of its perimeter fence. … Read more
FG declares Tuesday, 9th, and Wednesday, 10th April 2024, as public holidays for Sallah celebration. Announcement followed successful conclusion of Ramadan fast, as instructed by the Sultan of Sokoto and President General of NSCIA. Social media abuzz with confusion and reactions regarding the holiday dates, with some expressing preferences for different days and recalling past … Read more
Federal Government declares Tuesday, 9th, and Wednesday, 10th April 2024 as public holidays for Eid-el-Fitr celebration. Minister of Interior urges Muslim faithfuls to embody virtues of kindness, love, and tolerance exemplified by Prophet Muhammad. Call for unity and peace among Nigerians to foster national cohesion during the festive period. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced that it will conclude the ongoing recruitment process into the Federal Fire Service (FFS) on June 15, 2024, in line with its reviewed timeline for the conduct of employment into the paramilitary Services under its purview. The Minister … Read more
FG Declares Friday, Monday Public Holidays For Easter Minister urges reflection on Easter’s values. Emphasizes unity and development aligned with President Tinubu’s agenda. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has declared Friday, March 29 and Monday, 1st April, as public holidays to mark the celebrations of 2024 Good Friday and Easter Monday respectively. The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, summoned the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for questioning in the Aso Rock Villa. This news medium gathered that Tunji-Ojo was summoned in relation to links between him and a company said to be involved in the financial mismanagement involving the suspended Minister of Humanitarian … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has flagged off the payment N585 million release fine for 4,000 inmates as part of its effort to decongest the correctional facility in the country. This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Saturday while flagging off the initiative at Kuje prison, in Abuja. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has put the total of Nigerian Students who have left the country at no fewer than 99,985 to study in the universities in the United Kingdom between 2017 and 2022 while making the call to internationalize education in Nigeria. Editors Pick NECO Announces Release Of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has disclosed the reason why some inmates are held in custodial centres across the country. He explained that the reason is because of their inability to pay various fines as pronounced by the judges and magistrates. Editors Pick Why I Accepted To Serve Under … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has on Thursday given a marching order to the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), demanding the swift clearance of over 200,000 international passports pending applications in two weeks. The Minister gave the order during a meeting with top government officials, the Acting Comptroller General, Adepoju … Read more
The Federal Government has declared May 1st a public holiday to celebrate Workers Day. The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, who commended workers for their hard work and urged them to imbibe the culture of productivity. The minister also praised security agencies for their successes in the fight against … Read more
The Federal Government of Nigeria has granted Nigerian citizenship to 385 foreigners. According to Rauf Aregbesola, the Minister of Interior, 317 individuals were given citizenship through naturalization while 68 received it through registration. Rauf Aregbesola stated that all of the candidates satisfied the prerequisites for receiving the honour. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal … Read more
Aregbesola has urged APC leaders to ensure Sanwo-Olu’s triumph in the Lagos guber election. He encouraged APC leaders in the State to embark on door-to-door campaigns. Aregbesola charged members to shun “those fanning the embers of discord” in an attempt to derail the party. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, … Read more
Roger Brown, the CEO of Seplat Energy Plc has had his work permit and visa revoked by the Nigerian government as he faces allegations of racism. The allegations were reportedly brought to light by his Nigerian employees to which the Minister of Interior reacted. A letter was sent to the Board Chairman of Seplat Energy … Read more
Bola Tinubu, presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has appointed Aminu Masari, governor of Katsina, as an adviser for the party’s campaign council. Eko Hot Blog reports that the former Lagos state governor also appointed Aliyu Wamakko, former governor of Sokoto, as senior adviser on special duties for the presidential campaign council. … Read more
Declare Your Support Open For Tinubu— Group Challenges Osinbajo, Aregbesola EKO HOT BLOG reports that a pro-Yoruba agenda and loyalist of the Presidential flagbearer of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has challenged the Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo and Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola to openly declare their … Read more