President Bola Tinubu is fully committed to adhering to due process regarding the tax reform bill currently under consideration by the National Assembly, according to his Special Adviser on Communication and Orientation, Sunday Dare. Speaking on Channels TV, Dare affirmed that the President is respecting the legislative process, allowing it to shape the bill’s progression … Read more
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has discharged and acquitted former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen, of the charges that led to his removal from office in 2019. This ruling comes nearly six years after Onnoghen was suspended by former President Muhammadu Buhari, just 29 days before the presidential election. decision to suspend Onnoghen … Read more
Nigerians are among the highest social media users in the world, ranking fifth globally in average daily time spent online, according to 2024 data. A report by Cable.co.uk and We Are Social, shared by World of Statistics on X, reveals that Nigerians spend an average of 3 hours and 23 minutes per day on social … Read more
Two people lost their lives on Sunday in Obi Local Government Area following a confrontation between an army officer and a police special constable from the Jenkwe Division, sparked by an investigation into a motorcycle theft at Agyaragu Market. According to a statement by DSP Ramhan Nansel, Police Relations Officer in the state, a … Read more
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has clarified his recent comments suggesting the conversion of “church vigils into night shifts,” stating that his remarks were misinterpreted. The former Anambra State governor faced backlash following his appearance on the Honest Bunch podcast, where he highlighted that excessive time spent in church services from … Read more
The Federal Government has dismissed reports claiming that Nigerians in Libya are being harassed and mistreated following the recent ruling by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), which awarded three points and fined Libya $50,000 after a disrupted AFCON 2025 qualifier against the Super Eagles. Rumors had circulated that Libyan authorities were retaliating by arresting … Read more
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections, has shared insights on what he would have done differently had he won the presidency. In a statement released on Sunday, he addressed the numerous inquiries he has received regarding his potential plans for Nigeria. While acknowledging … Read more
The Epe Division Professional Women Association (EPWA) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Moruf Tunji Alausa on his recent appointment as the Honourable Minister of Education for the Federal Republic of Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on Lawal Street Road Construction in Odomola … Read more
Frustration is growing in Nigeria as fuel prices reach record highs, with reports emerging that petrol stations are manipulating pump meters to under-dispense fuel. Customers are paying more for less, exacerbating the economic strain as the official petrol price hits ₦1,030 per liter. This has led to widespread public outcry and calls for increased regulatory … Read more
The Federal Government, through the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), announced that road tax collections across Nigeria surged to N40.14 billion in 2023, marking a 63.36% increase from the N24.57 billion collected in 2022. This sharp rise in revenue highlights the growing contribution of road taxes to state-level funding. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears … Read more
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has announced the establishment of an investigative panel in response to allegations of sodomy involving two of its youth pastors. Pastor Sunday Akande, the National Overseer of RCCG, told Sunday Punch that the church is approaching the situation with the utmost seriousness, calling it an unprecedented event in … Read more
Operatives from the Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) arrested a tanker driver on Saturday for diverting Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, intended for the NNPC mega station. Commandant Sotiyo Igbalawole reported that the driver, Afeez Adegbola, 47, was apprehended on Friday night in Ikirun while … Read more
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has ruled in favor of Nigeria’s Super Eagles after the team was detained for over 20 hours at Al-Abraq Airport in eastern Libya, leading them to miss a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya. The CAF Disciplinary Committee awarded Nigeria three points and three goals for the … Read more
The media team of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has unveiled the administration’s scorecard for October, showcasing progress on various initiatives. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement was made via the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Media Centre’s account on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday. The scorecard reflects President Tinubu’s strides toward achieving his Renewed Hope … Read more
On Saturday, the Defence Headquarters announced a major breakthrough in the fight against terrorism with the capture of Abubakar Bawa Ibrahim, also known as Habu Dogo, a notorious terrorist leader in Northwest Nigeria. Dogo, reportedly linked to numerous attacks, killings, and kidnappings in Sokoto State, was captured by troops in Rumji Village, Illela Local Government … Read more
The administration of President Bola Tinubu has disbursed funds to address the backlog of salaries owed to the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) of Federal Universities, as well as benefits for retirees under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme. This financial intervention, confirmed in a statement issued on Saturday by Bawa Mokwa, Director of … Read more
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has dismissed the fainting incident involving six suspects during their court arraignment on Friday as a deliberate ploy to garner public sympathy. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on Lawal Street Road Construction in Odomola Withdraw Tax Reform … Read more
The United Nations (UN) has projected that an additional 7 million Nigerians will face hunger by August 2025, as the country grapples with one of its most severe food crises. According to a joint report released by the Nigerian government and the UN. on Friday, approximately 33 million people are expected to experience food insecurity … Read more
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, was questioned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday regarding allegations that he bribed certain officials of the agency with ₦15 million. A viral audio clip released by social media critic Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, featured Bobrisky claiming that unidentified EFCC officials … Read more
Retired Permanent Secretaries in Abia State have urged Governor Alex Otti to release their outstanding severance packages and entitlements, including gratuities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former officials, who retired in 2023, made this appeal at a press conference held in Umuahia, the state capital, on Friday. The retirees shared the financial difficulties they … Read more