Nigeria’s formidable squad arrived confidently at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny on Tuesday, with only Spain-based forward Sadiq Umar expected to join them. A total of 22 players were set to begin the team’s first training session ahead of their highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against neighbouring Benin Republic on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel … Read more
The Nigerian Army has outlined the burial arrangements for the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away at the age of 56 after a brief illness. Onyema Nwachukwu, the Army’s spokesperson, shared the details on Tuesday in a post on X (formerly Twitter). EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more
The House of Representatives is set to debate a bill aiming to establish a sustainable funding source for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), intended to enhance corps members’ training and empowerment initiatives. The proposed legislation, titled “The NYSC Trust Fund (Establishment) Bill 2024,” was recently read in the House and is sponsored by the … Read more
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Tuesday raised concerns over a concerted effort to undermine Nigeria’s public universities. At ASUU’s 2024 Heroes Day celebration in Abuja, ASUU National President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, accused the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) of pursuing policies detrimental to the nation’s public education system. According to … Read more
A delegation from the Nigerian Army, led by Major General Kamal Yusuf, announced on Tuesday that President Bola Tinubu has ordered a state burial for the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja. This announcement was made during a condolence visit to the Olobu of Ilobu, Oba Ashiru Olaniyan, at his palace in … Read more
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has highlighted that the controversy surrounding popular cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky, reveals deeper systemic challenges within Nigeria’s institutions. Reports indicate that Bobrisky, recently jailed over naira abuse, allegedly received special treatment in prison by paying Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) officials. Viral audio clips claimed that bribes secured … Read more
Federal government pensioners staged a protest in Abuja, blocking access to the Federal Ministry of Finance, to demand the release of their accrued pension rights. The demonstration, led by Comrade Sylva Nwaiwu, the National Chairman of the National Union of Contributory Pensioners, is calling for the immediate disbursement of their entitlements. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter … Read more
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has announced the formation of a Committee to investigate the previous administration of Godwin Obaseki over its failure to swear in 14 elected lawmakers for the 7th Edo State Assembly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Okpebholo revealed this decision during his inaugural address as the newly elected governor of … Read more
The Presidential Air Fleet (PAF) incurred expenses totaling N19.43 billion from July 2023 to September 2024, with N13.55 billion spent in 2024, covering 66% of the year’s budget allocation. Most funds went towards “Forex Transit Funds” for foreign exchange needs during international engagements, including fuel, maintenance, and operational services abroad, officials said. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Reports alleging the sudden death of two justices from the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal that upheld President Bola Tinubu’s 2023 election victory have been debunked by the National Judicial Council (NJC) and the Court of Appeal. Viral social media claims circulated on Monday, asserting that Justices Mistura Bolaji-Yusuf and Boloukuoromo Moses Ugo, who were … Read more
The United States has placed a $25,000 bounty on Nigerian citizen Olalekan Abimbola Olawusi, wanted for the alleged murder of his infant son. U.S. authorities reported that Olawusi is now among the country’s 15 most-wanted fugitives, as confirmed by Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal Don Freeman. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes … Read more
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has finalized a partnership with Dangote Refinery for the direct supply of fuel products, aiming to secure a stable and affordable distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) nationwide. IPMAN’s National President, Abubakar Garima, confirmed this development on Monday during a press briefing in Abuja following a meeting … Read more
The Nigerian government has officially released the results for the 2024 Professional Examination in General and Post Basic Nursing Programs. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate Trump On Presidential Win Thousands Of ‘Trained’ Combatants Ready To Fight Israel – Hezbollah Chief EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
The cost of landing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), or petrol, in Nigeria has dropped by 20.34% over the last three months, now at ₦971.57 per litre, owing to fluctuations in global market prices and supply dynamics. Despite this decrease, retail petrol prices have surged by 71.79%, rising from ₦617 per litre on August 1, 2024, … Read more
Contrary to circulating claims, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has not made any statements about restoring electoral integrity in Nigeria. This rumor surfaced after former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan congratulated Trump on his election victory in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Jonathan wrote, “Dear President Trump, I extend my … Read more
The Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology (NILEST) is advancing plans to establish mini tanneries across all states to boost leather production and reduce reliance on hides and skin for consumption as “ponmo.” NILEST Director-General, Mohammed Yakubu, highlighted this strategy in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, stating that … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is expected to present the 2025 budget to the National Assembly during the first week of December, sources indicate. This timeline was clarified by the Senate Committee on Finance, led by Senator Sani Musa (APC, Niger East), who stressed that the decision on when to present the budget remains exclusively with the … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accused petrol marketers of artificially inflating petrol prices, claiming that pump rates are significantly above the product’s fair market value, leading to increased hardship for Nigerians. In a recent statement following its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, the NLC criticized government policies that it says are pushing more citizens … Read more
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to prevent the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, and the 36 state governors from bypassing the National Judicial Council (NJC) by providing cars and housing for judges. SERAP argues that such actions violate the principles of separation of powers … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has landed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit, where regional stability and peace are key items on the agenda. This summit, hosted at the invitation of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, continues efforts from last year’s gathering in Riyadh. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter … Read more