President Bola Tinubu has canceled all his official engagements in Lagos today as a mark of respect for the victims of recent stampedes in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Anambra State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that 10 people, including children, lost their lives in a stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, … Read more
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has explained that Nigeria stands to save N640 billion by terminating Julius Berger’s contract for the construction of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano road. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Umahi made this statement while appearing before the House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee to defend the government’s decision. He recalled that in … Read more
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Wednesday for a three-day state visit to France, following an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron. The announcement was made in a statement by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday. The statement, titled ‘President Tinubu honours invitation for a state visit to France,’ … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ministerial nominees arrived at the National Assembly on Wednesday, October 30, for Senate screening, which was initially scheduled for the previous day but postponed to allow for completion of essential documentation. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry For Joshua’ After Knockout Loss To Dubois – Fury EPL: What We’re Lacking Is Luck … Read more
The Senate has announced that the Federal Government is expected to submit the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) once President Bola Tinubu returns from his overseas trip. The MTEF is a key legal document that sets the budgetary guidelines for the nation and is traditionally submitted to the parliament before … Read more
President Bola Tinubu reappointed Bitrus Chinoko as the Director General of the Centre for Management Development (CMD) for a final term of four years. The reappointment was announced in a letter dated August 28, signed by the Minister for Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Bagudu. The letter stated, “Following your letter, CMD/DGO/ABJ/02/2024, I am … Read more
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) of the United Kingdom has strongly condemned the Nigerian government over the arrest and ongoing harassment of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Joe Ajaero. Ajaero was detained on Monday at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport while he was on his way to attend and speak at a TUC conference in … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is poised for a significant cabinet reshuffle this week, aimed at injecting fresh perspectives and renewed energy into his administration. A high-ranking source within the presidency revealed to the Sunday Tribune that the president’s decision is driven by a need to address performance concerns that have stagnated the cabinet’s progress. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Ministry of Youth Development is working on a new training program for graduates of the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) that will be similar to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement was made by the Minister of State for Youth Development, Mr. Olawande Wisdom, during the … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has suspended the initiative to sell subsidized 50kg bags of rice to civil servants at ₦40,000. Earlier, the federal government had announced the creation of centers across the country where Nigerians could purchase the rice at the reduced price, as part of several measures by the Tinubu administration to alleviate living … Read more
President Tinubu will discuss the new national minimum wage with state governors at the NEC meeting, marking his rare attendance, following a deferment by the Federal Executive Council for further consultations with stakeholders. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu will discuss the new national minimum wage with state governors at the 142nd meeting … Read more
Opposition parties criticize President Tinubu’s first year, citing economic hardships and rising insecurity. APC defends Tinubu, claiming significant progress and public support for his policies. CUPP and ADC highlight policy failures and increasing poverty under Tinubu’s administration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that opposition political parties have rated President Bola Tinubu’s administration, led by the All Progressives … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the lawmaker representing Delta North Senatorial District, Ned Nwoko, has said Nigerians should be allowed to own and bear firearms. Addressing newsmen on Thursday, Nwoko also called for the introduction of a bill that allows civilians to own and carry firearms, … Read more
N22.44bn has been earmarked by the Nigerian Government to cater for Prisoners feeding. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior Dr Shuaib Belgore made this known on Thursday in Anuja. Currently, they are 244 custodial centres with a population of 75,507 inmates. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Federal Government has set aside N22.4 billion … Read more
The Nigerian govt has been dragged to the ECOWAS court. The aggrieved youth group are asking the court to nullify the 2023 Presidential election. Some youth groups stormed the ECOWAS headquarters in Abuja to protest the manner the in which election was conducted. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic Community of West African States, … Read more
Nigerian Minister of Communications, Professor Isa Pantami reveals that the Nigerian government spent most of 2019 elections blocking cyber attacks that threatened its presidential and national assembly elections. According to Pantami, over 12.9 million cyber attacks were blocked heading into the elections. He revealed that intelligence reports had come days to the elections, warning of … 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
I’m Ready For Peace—Bandit kingpin, Bello Truji Reacts After NAF Raid On Zamfara Camp EKO HOT BLOG reports that notorious Zamfara bandit kingpin, Bello Turji has reacted to the recent aerial bombardment of his residence by the military, saying he felt betrayed over the action of the Nigerian government. Recall that the Nigerian … Read more
A privy source to Sunday Igboho has revealed why Yoruba Nation Agitator may not return to Nigeria soon. The source stated that despite his release from detention for medical treatment, the activist is suspicious of the Nigerian government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that strong indications have emerged that famous Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, … Read more
Ms.Temitope Ariwolo, a 31-year-old female Nigerian, who was abused by her employers in Lebanon with other stranded Nigerians have arrived Abuja this afternoon. Temitope Arowole who expressed delight for returning to Nigeria described Lebanon as hell. She urged other Nigerians who are hoping to seek greener pastures abroad to reconsider their decisions. Temitope added that … Read more