EKO HOT BLOG reports that protesters on Wednesday morning pulled down the first gate of the National Assembly complex in Abuja and forced their way into the premises. Earlier, the protesters led by the leaders of the organised labour, Joe Ajaero of the Nigeria Labour Congress and Festus Osifo of the Trade Union Congress asked … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the immediate past governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has arrived at the National Assembly for his ministerial screening. Wike arrived at the National Assembly with his wife and some followers. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints Special Investigator To Probe CBN BREAKING: ECOWAS Imposes No Flight Zone On Niger Republic … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio has addressed criticisms received in response to a sarcastic comment made during a recent plenary session. The comment, “Let the poor breathe,” was made in reference to stopping tariff hikes by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and distribution companies (DisCos). Editors Pick Tinubu To … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that documentation for all 28 ministerial nominees has commenced. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly Matters (Senate) Senator Abdullahi Gumel comfirmed this development on Friday. Editors Pick Russia Signs Military Deals With 40 African States JUST IN: NEMA Receives Final Batch Of Stranded Nigerians From Sudan Troops … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that barely four days to the expiration of the 60-day provision for the President to submit names of ministerial nominees to the Senate for screening and confirmation, President Bola Tinubu is yet to fulfil this constitutional provision. Recall that President Tinubu took the oath of office on May 29, when former … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that protesters supporting the recent fuel subsidy removal caused a mild disruption at the National Assembly’s main entrance, also known as Mopol gate. They were voicing their solidarity with President Bola Tinubu’s decision to eliminate the subsidy, which he announced during his inaugural speech on May 29. EDITOR’S PICKS Delta … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that there are strong indications that President Bola Tinubu will this week send the list of his ministerial nominees to the Senate for screening. The President is required by law to forward the list of ministerial nominees to the National Assembly within 60 days of taking office. Given that Tinubu was … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo on Monday accused the National Assembly of putting the constitution aside when it didn’t suit their personal interests. Particularly, Obasanjo alleged that the lawmakers didn’t receive salary based on the recommendations of the Revenue Mobilisation and Fiscal Commission as it should be … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Presiding officers of the 10th National Assembly on Tuesday named Majority and Minority principal officers for both the Senate and House of Representatives. This online news platform reports that Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and House Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas named the principal officers. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Wednesday, July 5th … Read more
Former Minister Festus Keyamo debunks rumors of legal action against President Bola Tinubu’s administration over Service Chiefs’ appointment. He clarifies that reports on social media are the work of mischief-makers. Keyamo praises Federal Government for complying with the past legal ruling on National Assembly approval for Service Chiefs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the race for principal offices in the 10th Senate has started, following the successful inauguration of the 10th National Assembly. Recall Godswill Akpabio (South-south) emerged as Senate President and Barau Jibrin (North-West) as his deputy. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Monday, June 19th, 2023 Abbas Appoints Epe Lawmaker Wale Raji As … Read more
Abiru, Wale Raji, Tobun, and Shabi are lawmakers from Lagos State. While Abiru and Raji serve in the national assembly, Tobun and Shabi serve in the state assembly. The Epe Ogunmodede Club has provided the lawmakers with some words of advice. Eko Hot Blog reports that Barrister Omodele Ibrahim, the President of Epe Ogunmodede Club, … Read more
Gbajabiamila to focus on task of serving as Chief of Staff Recall President Tinubu recently appointed Gbajabiamila as CoS Eko Hot Blog reports that Femi Gbajabiamila is to formally resign as a Lawmaker on the floor of the House of Representatives today. Recall Gbajabiamila was on Friday, June 2nd appointed as Chief of Staff by … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the inauguration of members-elect in the Ogun State House of Assembly initially scheduled for Monday, July 13, was postponed. This online news platform gathered that many of the Assembly members-elect had prepared food and other entertainment for their supporters and constituents in anticipation of the inauguration. Speaking to journalists at … Read more
The 9th Senate is holding its final sitting and valedictory session in the National Assembly. The session was postponed to Saturday due to a meeting between President Bola Tinubu and National Assembly members-elect. Vice President Kashim Shettima, Oluremi Tinubu, Senate President Ahmad Lawan, and Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege received their certificates of legislative service. … Read more
Tinubu has urged the 10th National Assembly to collaborate with his administration and support the preferred candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for leadership positions. Ogah, a member of the Labour Party (LP), expressed delight at meeting the President and praised his intelligence and dedication to serving the country. Ogah noted the love, charisma, … Read more
The National Assembly has passed a bill to address s3xual harassment by educators in tertiary institutions. The bill was harmonized by the conference committee of both chambers, criminalizing such behavior. Additionally, the National Assembly has mandated the inclusion of preventive measures against s3xual and gender-based violence in the curriculum of secondary education. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The leader of the Labour Party (LP) in Bauchi State praises the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the mistake that caused Peter Obi to leave the party. The LP leader suggests that if PDP hadn’t let Peter Obi go, certain elected officials would not have happened. Peter Obi joined LP and ran for the 2023 … Read more
The Senate has passed a bill to amend the 2022 Supplementary Appropriation Act, extending the implementation period for N819bn The bill was passed during an emergency plenary session, following the House of Representatives’ earlier approval. The extension aims to allow for the full utilization of capital releases and the completion of critical infrastructure projects. EKO … Read more
Buhari has sought National Assembly approval to pay judgment debts of $566.7 million, £98.5 million, and N226.2 billion owed by the Federal Government. The debts, totaling N544 billion, will be settled through promissory notes. Legal experts emphasize the importance of obeying court orders. EKO HOTBLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has written to the National … Read more