The Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment has summoned the leadership of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN) from the National Assembly, along with several aggrieved members, for a crucial meeting following allegations of a N3 billion fraud against the executives. In a letter signed by Amos Falonipe, Director/Registrar of the Department of Trade … Read more
Non-academic staff in Nigerian universities have commenced an indefinite nationwide strike, effective Sunday, October 27, 2024. This decision was made by the Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU). EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Luong Cuong of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam on his historic election. President Cuong, a respected leader with over 40 years in the Vietnamese military and a Politburo member since 2021, was elected by the Vietnamese parliament to lead the nation. In a statement … Read more
The Libyan Football Federation has filed an appeal challenging the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) recent decision to award Nigeria three points and three goals after an interrupted Africa Cup of Nations qualifier scheduled for October 15 in Benina, Libya. CAF’s verdict also imposed a $50,000 fine on Libya for breaching regulations in handling Nigeria’s … Read more
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced a new policy barring individuals under 18 from independently owning Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) cards. According to sources within the commission, the policy aims to protect minors from the responsibilities and potential liabilities tied to SIM card ownership. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation … Read more
Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, the recently dismissed Minister of Women Affairs, has reiterated her unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu, declaring him destined to restore Nigeria despite her exit from the cabinet. Kennedy-Ohanenye’s comments followed President Tinubu’s recent cabinet reshuffle, which resulted in her removal along with four other ministers. In a statement issued on Saturday, she … Read more
Nigeria’s campaign in this year’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup concluded on Saturday night as the United States secured a 2-0 win, scoring once in each half to eliminate last year’s bronze medalists in the Dominican Republic. Coach Bankole Olowookere faced major setbacks as three of his key players sustained injuries within the first half. … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has strongly condemned the unauthorized use of its official uniform and insignia by online personality Martins Otse, popularly known as “VeryDarkMan” (VDM), in a video posted on his social media platforms. In the viral video, VDM was seen wearing a police uniform, introducing himself as “CSP VeryDarkMan” and claiming to be … Read more
At least 40 people are trapped under the rubble of a building that collapsed early Saturday in Sabon Lugbe, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. As of press time, sympathizers and emergency responders are on-site, working to rescue those still caught beneath the debris. The building, reportedly under construction, collapsed in the early hours, spurring urgent calls … Read more
Rasheedat Ajibade’s first-half double secured a 2-0 victory for Nigeria’s Super Falcons over Algeria in a friendly match at Remo Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, on Saturday. Ajibade opened the scoring in the 24th minute, skillfully latching onto a long midfield pass and chipping the oncoming Algerian goalkeeper. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced on Saturday that three points and three goals have been awarded to Nigeria’s Super Eagles after the canceled 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest Lost Its Potency In … Read more
Tigran Gambaryan, a senior executive at Binance Holdings Limited, was airlifted out of Nigeria on a US medical aircraft shortly after the Nigerian government dropped money laundering charges against him, The New York Times reports. Gambaryan had been held in detention since February amid accusations that the cryptocurrency firm was involved in manipulating the naira. … Read more
Approximately 42.3 million litres of imported Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), or petrol, are expected to arrive in Nigeria next week, oil marketers announced on Friday, emphasizing the ongoing need for imports due to insufficient domestic production. Industry dealers noted that while local refining efforts from modular refineries and the Dangote Petroleum Refinery are underway, they … Read more
Otunba Akogun Wale Raji Anomo, the Executive Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has congratulated Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa on his new appointment as Nigeria’s Minister of Education. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Alausa, who previously served as the Minister of State for Health, was reassigned to his new role in a … Read more
President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met in Abuja on Friday during the Jummah prayer at the National Mosque. The meeting coincided with the wedding ceremony of Senator Danjuma Goje’s daughter, as confirmed by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM … Read more
A tragic incident unfolded early Friday morning in Dansadau, Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, where a naval officer identified as Leading Seaman (LS) Akila allegedly shot and killed his colleague following a heated argument. The altercation took place at approximately 6 a.m. while the two officers were stationed at Team 3 under the … Read more
Elon Musk’s SpaceX-owned satellite internet service, Starlink, has temporarily halted its recent price hikes for Nigerian users amid regulatory concerns raised by Nigeria’s telecom authorities. Three weeks prior, Starlink announced a 97% price increase, raising the monthly subscription from N38,000 to N75,000 and boosting the installation kit price for new customers by 34%, from N440,000 … Read more
The Nigerian Senate is set to begin screening seven individuals nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for ministerial positions next Tuesday. EO HOT BLOG reports that the ministerial nominees for Senate consideration and approval include Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda (Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction), Muhammadu Dingyadi (Labour & Employment), Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu (State Foreign Affairs), and Dr. … Read more
Fresh details have emerged regarding the dismissal of five ministers by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, highlighting the specific factors that led to their removal. The former ministers—Prof. Tahir Mamman (SAN), Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, Lola Ade-John, and Abdullahi Muhammad Gwarzo—were dismissed on Wednesday in what the presidency described as a move to … Read more
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has announced that power distribution companies (Discos) may soon bear the cost of repairing faulty transformers and other infrastructure, a move aimed at ensuring more prudent management of electricity systems. NERC Chairman Sanusi Garba disclosed this during a public hearing on Thursday addressing the frequent collapses of Nigeria’s national … Read more