NARD Holds Emergency Meeting Doctors’ Strike Looms Over Unpaid Salaries Ultimatum to Federal Government Expires The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) will hold a National Executive Council meeting today to decide on a possible nationwide strike. The association had previously given a 10-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, warning that its members would stop … Read more
Digital Skills to Power Nigeria’s Economy CBN Targets $1bn Monthly in Diaspora Financial Authorities to Track Digital Currencies President Bola Tinubu has directed Nigeria’s financial and capital market authorities to monitor the growing use of stablecoins and digital currencies. Speaking at the 18th Annual Banking and Finance Conference in Abuja, the president, represented by Finance … Read more
Lawmakers issue 48-hour ultimatum Minister to explain cause of incident Eko Hot Blog highlights growing public concern The House of Representatives has given the Minister of Transportation 48 hours to appear and explain the recent derailment of the Abuja-Kaduna train. According to a report by Eko Hot Blog, the summon came after strong reactions from … Read more
Optimism for trade-friendly leadership Comptroller Queen Obazee takes charge Promises reforms on security and anti-smuggling Comptroller Queen Obazee has officially taken over as the 28th Customs Area Controller for the Nigeria Customs Service, Ondo/Ekiti Area Command. Eko Hot Blog reports that in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Aondoakura Dzungwenen, on September 3, the … Read more
A decomposed body was discovered inside a car at the National Assembly. The deceased, identified as Gaddafi Iwar, was buried to prevent health risks. The body was first moved to the National Assembly Clinic. Security officials at the National Assembly complex in Abuja on Sunday discovered the decomposed body of a middle-aged man inside a … Read more
One fatality and seven injuries reported. The building was still under construction when it collapsed. Rescue operations are ongoing as investigations begin. A building collapsed in Dutse, Jigawa State, on Monday, killing one person and injuring seven others. The structure, which was under construction at the time, suddenly fell, trapping several workers inside. According to … Read more
Osun Monarch Convicted in US Fraud Case Accused of Seizing Crown, Beads Sources link the disappearance to aides of jailed monarch Oloyede. Tension grips Ipetumodu as residents fear cultural and spiritual backlash. The ancient crown and royal beads belonging to the Apetu of Ipetumodu in Ife North Local Government Area of Osun State have reportedly … Read more
Obasa: Nigerians Have Witnessed Transformation Under Tinubu Says Tinubu’s administration had tackled the challenges of economic stagnation and instability Obasa praised the launch of the NELFUND Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has commended the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying Nigerians have witnessed inspiring transformation within the last two years. … Read more
NOA says 70% of Nigeria’s 80 million youths unemployed Most productive years lost to joblessness Call for empowering talent through engagement Almost 70 percent of Nigeria’s estimated 80 million youths are currently unemployed, a staggering reality revealed by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) that spotlights a mounting social and economic crisis. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
Jonathan claims betrayal by PDP insiders Blames Adamu Mu’azu, Northern elites, IGP Anger with party drove his distance from PDP Former President Goodluck Jonathan has stated that his unexpected loss in the 2015 presidential election was the result of betrayal from within his own party. Eko Hot Blog reports that Jonathan, in his book Against … Read more
Abbas rated most loved Speaker by colleagues Praised for inclusive, accessible leadership Noted for improving legislative welfare and process A recent survey of 50 members of the House of Representatives has named Speaker Tajudeen Abbas the most loved presiding officer in Nigeria’s democratic history. Eko Hot Blog reports that the survey—covering an equal mix of … Read more
Torrential rain floods seven communities in Lau LGA Farmlands, homes submerged; hundreds displaced Emergency evacuations for women and children underway Overnight flooding triggered by heavy rainfall has submerged seven communities in Lau Local Government Area, Taraba State, displacing hundreds of residents and destroying farms and homes. Eko Hot Blog reports that the worst-hit area is … Read more
Bandit killed in Edu LGA ambush AK-47 rifle and ammo recovered Army vows sustained operations Nigerian soldiers have killed a suspected bandit and recovered an AK-47 rifle during a midnight ambush in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State. Eko Hot Blog reports that troops from the 22 Armoured Brigade, operating under the Forward Operating … Read more
Bisi Sotunde awarded two global event industry honors BusyBee Events grows into top-tier planning and mentorship hub Her recognition sparks inspiration for emerging Nigerian creatives Bisi Sotunde, Managing Director of BusyBee Events, has earned two prestigious international awards in recognition of her leadership and pioneering work in Nigeria’s event planning sector. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
Kano Police bolster security at EFCC zone ahead of civil society rally. CSOs rally in solidarity with anti-graft agencies amid major corruption probes. Protesters call for transparency, judicial fairness, and legislative oversight. Security around the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) zonal office in Kano was significantly heightened on Thursday as civil society organizations mounted … Read more
Family of Three Killed in Mabushi Crash After Clash With Louts One lynched, set ablaze, while other two sustained severe injuries Eyewitnesses said the vehicle collided with a taxi near Mabushi Bridge A family of three lost their lives in a car accident along the Mabushi Bridge in Abuja on Wednesday, following an altercation between … Read more
Tinubu’s Economic Moves Starting to Pay Off – Financial Analyst Nataro says early indicators suggest a gradual turnaround in Nigeria’s fiscal direction Observers say the coming months will be crucial in determining whether the early signs of progress translate into broader economic relief for citizens Economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu are starting to … Read more
CBN Reforms, Diaspora Trust Driving Remittance Surge – Dabiri-Erewa Dabiri-Erewa described the jump in remittance inflow as “humongous” “Our exchange rate is becoming a lot more competitive” – Cardoso Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has hailed the recent surge in diaspora remittances as a major boost to Nigeria’s economy, … Read more
DIG Alabi and AIGs Ogundele and Olaosebikan retire from the Nigeria Police Force. IGP Egbetokun commended the officers for their dedication. The pulling-out ceremony was attended by family and colleagues. The Nigeria Police Force has retired Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Abiodun Alabi, along with two Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs), Joshua Ogundele … Read more
Ardova Plc partners with Dangote Refinery for competitive fuel pricing. Deal aims to boost efficiency and competition in Nigeria’s oil sector. Dangote Refinery and MRS offer petrol at ₦935 per litre nationwide. Ardova Plc, one of Nigeria’s leading integrated downstream oil and gas companies, has signed a bulk purchase framework with Dangote Refinery to ensure … Read more