The executive Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has given reasons as to why his administration increased the budgetary allocation to the health sector for the year 2020. Wike stressed that his administration increased the budgetary allocation to the health sector in 2020 because of his commitment to promoting universal health coverage in the state. … Read more
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has accepted the offer of the state Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje to head the State’s Council of Chiefs. It was gathered that the state government had issued him an ultimatum with possible dethronement if he failed to accept the offer to head the Council of Chiefs. Sanusi however, beats … Read more
The National Chairman of Action Alliance, AA, Chief Keneth Udeze, has applauded the verdict of the Supreme Court on the validity of Chief Uche Nwosu to contest in the last gubernatorial election in Imo state. The Apex Court ruled that Nwosu was not the legitimate candidate that emerged from the party’s primaries and as such … Read more
Newly appointed Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has expressed his delight after penning a three-and-a-half year contract, to replace compatriot, Unai Emery at Emirates. Arteta previously played for the Gunners for five seasons from 2011 to 2016. “This is a huge honour. Arsenal is one of the biggest clubs in the world. We need to be … Read more
Ex-Spanish international, Mikel Arteta had been appointed as Arsenal head coach on a three-and-a-half-year deal. Ekohotblog gathered that the 37-year-old who won the FA Cup twice in a five-year career with the Gunners succeeds fellow Spaniard Unai Emery, who was sacked in November. Arteta had been working as a coach under Pep Guardiola at Manchester … Read more
Award-winning pop star, Davido is capping off the year with the video for “Sweet in the Middle,” a track off his recently released album, “A Good Time”. “Sweet in the Middle,” features appearances from raves of the moment, WurlD, Naira Marley and Zlatan, as they each go in over a Shizzi-produced beat. ‘A Good Time’ … Read more
Nigerian singer and politician, Banky W has berated the approval of N37 billion for the renovation of the National Assembly, by President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. The amount, which is included in the 2020 budget, is however not part of the N128 billion allocated for the assembly for next year. Confirming the report, Senate President Ahmad … Read more
Nigerian artiste, Tony Tetuila and Ghanaian musician Tic Tac, have reportedly sued starboy, Wizkid over copyright infringement, thereby demanding $82,000 in compensation. Tic Tac had during a recent interview, accused Wizkid of remixing one of his old songs “Fefe Ne Efe” featuring Tony Tetuila which was released 15 years ago without his approval. He attested … Read more
The Federal Government has concluded plans to distribute N10bn as Trader Moni loan in the year 2020. It was gathered that the money would be distributed under the Trader Moni micro credit scheme, the Federal Government (FG), through the Bank of Industry (BOI) provides interest free and collateral free loan to petty traders and artisans. … Read more
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the forfeiture of 25 properties belonging to Shehu Yar’Adua Foundation and 24 other registered entities to the Federal Government. Justice Baba H. Yusuf granted the final forfeiture request by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) due to their owners’ alleged failure to … Read more
The executive Governor of Enugu State, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, in the bid to tackle the affordable housing deficit in the state has constituted the Enugu State Housing Development Corporation (ESHDC) board. Ugwuanyi also appointed Justus Nwabueze Ugwu as Chairman of the newly constituted board. The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya, disclosed this … Read more
The executive Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has presented a proposed N177bn Appropriation Bill for 2020 to the State Assembly for approval. The 2020 budget agged “Budget of Growth.” was presented by Akeredolu to the Assembly through the Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Emmanuel Igbasan, on Thursday. He noted that the proposed budget … Read more
The Nigeria football team maintained its 31st position on the FIFA football rankings. The Super Eagles ends 2019 as the third-best team in Africa as they remain unmoved in December’s ranking released on Thursday morning. The three-time African champions garnered a total of 1493 points, to maintain their position behind Senegal and Tunisia on the … Read more
Villarreal manager, Javier Calleja has dismissed report linking winger, Samuel Chukwueze with a move to Chelsea. According to reports, the U-17 World Cup winner is believed to be on the list of wingers being targeted by Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard. Speaking on the development, Calleja said that Chukwueze should ignore the report and continue his … Read more
Arsenal striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and some other big name players in the squad are desperate to leave club ahead of Mikel Arteta’s appointment. This was made known by the UK Independent as the Gunners are set to make Mikel Arteta their new manager after the Spaniard agreed a three-and-a-half-year deal. Arteta’s first job will be … Read more
The People Democratic Party, Akwa Ibom Chapter, has applauded the verdict of the Supreme Court on the election of the state Governor Udom Emmanuel. The Supreme Court in her judgment upheld the victory of Governor Udom Emmanuel as the winner of the last gubernatorial election in the state. Justice Mary Odili delivered the judgment on … Read more
The gubernatorial candidate of the Action Democratic Party ADP in Lagos State, Babatunde Olalere Gbadamosi, has berated the Department of State Service over the rearrest of the convener of the RevolutionNow Movement, Omoyele Sowore. Gbadamosi described the invasion of the a Federal High Court to arrest Sowore as unbelievable adding that, DSS acted as if … Read more
The Adamawa State House of Assembly has approved the proposed N183bn Appropriation Bill For the year 2020. The approval followed the consideration and adoption of the report presented by the chairman of the House Standing Committee on Finance Budget and Appropriation Mrs Kate Mamuno representing Demsa constituency during Thursday’s special plenary session. Presenting the report … Read more
The Urhobo Progress Union, UPU, in Delta State, has debunked the alleged endorsement of the former Minister of State (Education), Olorogun Kenneth Gbagi, as the party’s gubernatorial candidate in the Delta 2023 Election. The Publicity secretary of the group, Hon Abel Oshevire, disclosed this development to newsmen on Thursday. He stressed that the remarks by … Read more
The Oyo State chapter of the Association of Local Governments Chairmen of Nigeria ALGON, has advised the Governor of the state, Seyi Makinde to be ready for constructive criticism. ALGON also stressed that no government could be secured without a formidable opposition. Adding that, the Makinde should obey the subsisting judgement of the Oyo State … Read more