Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved a new minimum wage of ₦73,000 for civil servants in Ondo State. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t Scrap the EFCC, Fix It, Fintiri Slams Calls For Abolition AFCON Qualifiers: West Brom Celebrate Ajayi On Super Eagles’ Win Over Libya EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Faisal Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, son of the former Governor of Kaduna State, has tragically died in a fatal road accident on Saturday. The accident occurred on the Kaduna-Zaria dual carriageway in the evening, according to a family source. “The accident happened along the Kaduna-Zaria highway this evening. He was rushed to an undisclosed hospital, where … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Bolaji Akinduro, Executive Chairman of Total Grace Oil and Gas Investment Limited, wanted for alleged fraud. The announcement was made via the anti-graft agency’s official X.com account on Saturday. Akinduro is accused of obtaining money under false pretenses and stealing by conversion. The EFCC’s statement read, … Read more
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has initiated a lawsuit against Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB), demanding N100 million in compensation for freezing his accounts since 2019. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Sowore claims the bank’s actions infringe on his fundamental right to property. His lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, filed the case at the … Read more
The former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has strongly condemned the recent fuel price hike and urged the Federal Government to reverse the increase immediately. In a statement posted on his X handle on Saturday, Obi criticized the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPCL) decision to raise petrol prices by 14.8%, pushing … Read more
The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has voiced his support for strengthening the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) rather than abolishing it, following a legal challenge by 16 state governors questioning the commission’s legality. During an interview on Channels TV’s Hard Copy program, Fintiri emphasized the importance of the EFCC, stating, “For me, … Read more
The Federal Government of Nigeria generated N103.7bn in revenue from Electronic Money Transfer Levies (EMTL) in the first half of 2024, marking a 7.55% increase compared to N96.44bn in the same period of 2023. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria revealed this growth, driven by the rising adoption of digital payment platforms as more … Read more
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has commended Super Eagles players Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Moses Simon for their outstanding performances in Nigeria’s 1-0 victory over Libya in Friday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. In a post on his X account, Enoh also congratulated Austin Eguavoen and the entire team for securing the … Read more
Mr. Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), revealed the agreement reached between organized labour and President Bola Tinubu before accepting the N70,000 minimum wage during the national wage discussions held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. During an interview on Arise Television’s Morning Show, Ajaero explained that while negotiating for a new … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has opted for a 4-3-3 formation for tonight’s crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya. Stanley Nwabali from Chippa United is set to start between the posts as expected. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest … Read more
The Federal Government has officially granted petroleum marketers the authority to lift petrol directly from the Dangote refinery, effectively bypassing the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and ending its monopoly as the sole distributor of Dangote’s refined fuel. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim Ahmed: Student Ally … Read more
The Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected the bail application of detained Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan. Justice Emeka Nwite, who presided over the case, ruled on Friday that the fresh bail application amounted to an abuse of court process, as Gambaryan’s first bail application—based on health concerns—was already under appeal. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has issued a fresh summons to Yahaya Bello, the former Governor of Kogi State, over allegations of criminal breach of trust and unlawful possession of property. The court, presided over by Justice Maryann E. Anenih, has ordered Bello to appear on November 14, 2024. The charges stem … Read more
The Federal Government has initiated the sale of 50 kg bags of rice for ₦40,000 in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State. This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to alleviate the current socioeconomic challenges stemming from the removal of subsidies on petroleum products. During a flag-off ceremony at the Arcade Ground in Abeokuta, … Read more
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has announced that the full deregulation of petrol pricing and the withdrawal of NNPC Limited as the sole off-taker from the Dangote Refinery grant marketers the freedom to source petrol from various suppliers, including imports. This statement follows NNPC’s recent increase of petrol prices by 15%, bringing … Read more
In observance of World Day Against Death Penalty, Advocates Sans Frontiers (ASF) France, also known as Lawyers Without Borders, expressed deep concern regarding the increasing number of inmates awaiting execution in Nigerian prisons. Ms. Angela Uzoma-Iwuchukwu, the organization’s Country Director, revealed that there are currently 3,650 inmates on death row in Nigeria, including 63 women … Read more
Amid ongoing internal tensions, the Benue State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) inaugurated its newly-elected executives on Thursday. Mr. Chris Abah, the newly-elected state chairman, was sworn in alongside 14 other members of the State Working Committee (SWC) during a ceremony held at the PDP state secretariat in New GRA, Makurdi. Barrister Sam … Read more
In a warm and celebratory event, Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State welcomed Chidimma Onwe Adetsina, the reigning Miss Universe Nigeria, back to her homeland on Thursday. During the reception at the Government House in Enugu, Governor Mbah appointed Miss Adetsina as the state’s brand ambassador, commending her resilience and determination as exemplifying the Enugu … Read more
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has called on the Federal Government to reduce petrol prices, urging them to lower costs even below June 2023 levels. TUC President Festus Osifo made this appeal during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday. “We demand that the price be brought down, not just to what it was before, … Read more
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has called on the Nigerian Super Eagles to aim for victory in their upcoming match against Libya. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Diana-Mary Nsan, on Thursday, Enoh also cautioned the team against complacency as they prepare to face the Mediterranean Knights in the 2025 Africa … Read more