Misconduct Allegations Extended for Another Three Months More Time to Probe Council Chairman The Cross River State House of Assembly has extended the suspension of Theresa Ushie, the Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Area, for another three months. Eko Hot Blog reports that Ushie was first suspended in June over allegations of gross misconduct following … Read more
His Spirit Is Unbroken – Atiku Speaks After Visiting Tambuwal Tambuwal said Atiku would have been a better president than Tinubu. He criticized Tinubu’s governance, citing lack of federal appointments. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed relief over the condition of former Sokoto State governor, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, following his release from the … Read more
Stop DSS Threat To Ban 𝕏 – SERAP Tells Tinubu Group warns ban over Sowore’s comments violates freedom of expression. ECOWAS court ruling cited as DSS pressure faces legal challenge. The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to order the Department of State Services (DSS) to withdraw its threat … Read more
Fears Mount Over 2027 Elections As Sources Allege Rigging Agenda Dual result sheets and IReV manipulation reported in past off-cycle polls. Civil society groups warn credibility of future elections is at risk. Fresh concerns are mounting over the credibility of the 2027 general elections, with insiders at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) warning that … Read more
SERAP challenges salary hike Says move hurts citizens Takes case to court The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has dragged the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to court over its plan to raise salaries for political office holders. According to a professional report by Eko Hot Blog, the rights group is asking … Read more
Yoruba losing land and influence Institutions controlled outside the region History and culture under threat Dr. Olusegun K. Ahmadu has raised alarm that the Yoruba Nation is facing serious threats on all fronts. According to a report by Eko Hot Blog, Dr. Olusegun K. Ahmadu, President of The Yoruba Leadership and Peace Initiative (TYLPI), said … Read more
Obi donates ₦10m to Anglican Diocese Diocese plans to establish nursing schools Healthcare, education, are top priorities Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has donated ₦10 million to the Aguata Anglican Diocese to support the acquisition and revitalization of the Good Hope Specialist Hospital in Isulo, Anambra State. Eko Hot Blog reports that during … Read more
Tinubu’s Economic Policies Already Yielding Results – APC Chairmen Fagbemi explained that the Tinubu administration’s agenda is anchored on the pillars of democracy Bello explained that the issue of insecurity in the North Central was being addressed directly by the Tinubu administration The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress APC North Central Chairmen Forum Mr … Read more
Higher passport fees cannot stop unofficial payments. Applicants face system glitches and rely on middlemen. Reforms underway, but corruption persists. Despite increasing passport fees, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) acknowledges that applicants still encounter unofficial charges and exploitation, highlighting ongoing challenges within the system. According to Eko Hot Blog, insiders including serving and retired NIS … Read more
El-Rufai, ADC leaders summoned by police after violent rally disruption. Opposition event in Kaduna attacked by suspected thugs. ADC leaders say they only saw the police notice online. The Kaduna State Police Command has summoned former Governor Nasir El-Rufai and six leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over alleged disturbance of public peace. According … Read more
171 groups now seeking INEC recognition 19 new applications submitted INEC assures fairness The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confirmed that the total number of applications has reached 171 as of September 3, 2025. Eko Hot Blog reports that Sam Olumekun, an INEC National Commissioner, the commission’s review committee has finalized its assessment and moved … Read more
Police Invite El-Rufai, ADC Leaders Over Alleged Conspiracy Invitation linked to complaints of disturbance, mischief, and grievous hurt. Police stress probe aims to maintain public peace and order. The Kaduna State Police Command has invited former governor Nasir El-Rufai and several leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for questioning over alleged criminal conspiracy, incitement … Read more
Lagos Is a No Man’s Land – Tinubu’s Adviser Daniel Bwala Bwala defended the N3.9 trillion in federal projects reportedly allocated to Lagos over two years Says Lagos pride of Nigeria’s economy Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, described Lagos State as belonging to no single group and called … Read more
ADC Receives New Members to Support Alli Alli Vows to “Rescue” Ekit Alli Criticizes Oyebanji Administration The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ekiti State has welcomed new members from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Labour Party. Eko Hot Blog reports that the defectors announced their move to back a former … Read more
Kwankwaso Dismisses Political Violence Tinubu’s Scorecard Will Speak for Him in 2027 No Scheme Can Stop Tinubu’s Re-election Political chieftain Musa Iliyasu Kwankwaso of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that no amount of political scheming or blackmail will stop President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from winning a second term in 2027. Kwankwaso made the … Read more
Reserve Deputy Positions for Women Women’s Political Inclusion The Policy Is A Simple Solution The National Deputy Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hajia Zainab Ibrahim, has called for her party to adopt a “twinning formula” to encourage more women to participate in politics. According to Eko Hot Blog, Ibrahim made the appeal … Read more
Tinubu Will Finish Third in 2027 Presidential Election – El-Rufai He insists Tinubu has no pathway to outright victory on first ballot. Ex-governor says Nigerians’ lives have worsened under Tinubu’s leadership. Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has declared that President Bola Tinubu will not only lose the 2027 presidential election but will finish in … Read more
Tinubu Defends Fuel Subsidy Removal, Says No Regret Over Swift Action President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has defended his decision to immediately remove the fuel subsidy upon assuming office on May 29, 2023, stating that it was necessary to safeguard Nigeria’s future and that of generations to come. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated that his administration’s tax reforms are permanent and will remain a key part of Nigeria’s economic policy. The President made this assertion on Monday night during a presidential media chat aired by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of Fallen … Read more
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has stated that the Edo State House of Assembly lacks the constitutional authority to suspend elected local government chairmen and their deputies. Fagbemi made this remark during an event on Thursday, where he noted that his knowledge of the specific political … Read more