The Disciples of Jagaban group declared that Atiku Abubakar cannot become president in 2027, criticizing his recent visits to former presidents and urging him to leave politics. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has been told that he can never become the President of Nigeria. The Disciples of Jagaban (DOJ), … Read more
Atiku Abubakar, the PDP presidential candidate in the 2023 election, visited former President Muhammadu Buhari at his Daura residence, accompanied by Senator Aminu Tambuwal and other PDP stakeholders. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, has revealed why he visited former … Read more
The former Vice President and Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 presidential election, Atiku Abubakar has paid a visit to the immediate past President, Muhammadu Buhari. Eko Hot Blog reports that Atiku, a former Vice President, visited Buhari at his Daura residence on Saturday. It was gathered that Senator Aminu … Read more
Senate and House of Reps set to resume plenary in renovated chambers after two-year renovation. Renovation began in April 2022 under Muhammadu Buhari-led administration. National Assembly budgeted over N30 billion for renovation, later reduced to N9 billion after public outcry. EKO HOT BLOG reports that members of the Senate and House of Representatives are set … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governors of the 36 states have united to address the issue of unreliable power supply in the country. According to reports, the Governors have agreed to take action to break the monopoly held by Discos in power distribution. Editor’s Picks Clean Sweep: APC Secures Landside Victory In Latest LG … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, in connection with an ongoing investigation related to money laundering amounting to N8,069,176,864.00. The accused ex-Minister of Aviation appeared at the EFCC’s Federal Capital Territory Command around 1:00 pm on Tuesday. Sirika is presently … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE The 10th anniversary of the abduction of 276 schoolchildren from the Government Girls Secondary School in Chibok, Nigeria, has again brought an eerie feeling of despair and panic. EDITOR’S PICKS Fisayo Soyombo And Customs: A Mockery Of ‘See Something, Say Something’ Nigeria’s Electricity Tariff Hike: A Blow To Citizens’ Wallets And The Economy … Read more
Buhari Sends Message To Nigerians Amid Eid Celebration He emphasizes the importance of unity in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and integrity. Buhari calls for smooth transitions between administrations and expresses gratitude for the warm welcome received in his hometown of Daura EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former President Muhammadu Buhari has called upon Nigerians to rally … Read more
Buhari, N’Assembly, Sanwo-Olu, Others Celebrate Tinubu @ 72 Deputy Senate President Barau lauds Tinubu as a democratic icon. Lagos State Governor Sanwo-Olu praises Tinubu’s leadership and contributions to Nigeria’s growth. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former President Muhammadu Buhari extended birthday wishes to President Bola Tinubu, who turns 72 on March 29, 2024. Buhari praised Tinubu’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has cleared the $7 billion foreign exchange (FX) backlog which was pending when Yemi Cardoso took over as the Governor of the apex bank. This development was announced in a statement on Wednesday by the CBN Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Hakama Sidi Ali. … Read more
Ex-presidential aide lauds as Otti Secures $125 Million Loan for Abia State projects. Interest-free Islamic finance promotes ethical investment, ensuring sustainable funding for Abia’s development. Utilizing Islamic finance reduces financial strain, enabling essential projects in Abia State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bashir Ahmad, former aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has commended Governor Alex Otti of Abia … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Senate has disclosed plans to summon former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, regarding the N30 trillion ‘Ways and Means’ advances issued during President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. This decision comes in the wake of inadequate explanations from the current CBN leadership regarding the transactions. Editor’s Picks … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Kaduna-based Muslim cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, on Tuesday, sought government’s permission to approach and have talks with bandits who abducted about 287 schoolchildren from Kuriga Government Secondary and LEA Primary Schools in the Chikun Local Government Area of the state. The Islamic cleric insisted that dialogue was the way to go, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that The former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has assessed the performance of his successor, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who has been in office for barely a year. Buhari commended Tinubu, the former Governor of Lagos State, for his outstanding work since assuming office nine months ago, acknowledging Tinubu’s performance. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) have declared a 7-day warning strike. The strike was declared to demand the payment of four months of withheld salaries of their members, after the 2022 nationwide strike. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Gas Explosion Rocks Ogun Steel … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has disclosed that erstwhile president, Muhammadu Buhari punished the eighth senate. He stated this on Thursday while reacting to Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s remark that he was not part of the Senate under Saraki. Akpabio had said that the eighth Senate under Saraki only funded … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Foremost Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, has leveled serious accusations against former President Muhammadu Buhari, alleging his involvement in the death of his mother and a sibling. During a poignant visit to the palace of the monarch in Igboho town, Oyo State, Igboho also claimed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s premier University, University of Ibadan (UI) and the University of Lagos (UNILAG), have been ranked as one of the top ten universities in Africa. The two Nigerian universities emerged in the top ten list of universities in Africa according to the latest ranking of world universities released by the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has frozen an account belonging to Abubakar Ahmad Sirika, brother of immediate-past minister Hadi Sirika, over an alleged N8.06 billion contract fraud in the Federal Ministry of Aviation. According to The Nation, the anti-graft agency made this known after the arrest of Abubakar Sirika … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government through the Minister of Youth Development, Jamila Bio-Ibrahim, has stated that there is uncertainty regarding a potential increase in the monthly allowance ‘Alawee’ for serving members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) by the Federal Government. In January 2020, the FG approved the payment of N33,000 … Read more