The Finnish government has announced that it has begun addressing the complaint lodged by the Nigerian government against Simon Ekpa, a Nigerian-Finnish citizen. Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Elina Valtonen, revealed this during a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday. Valtonen stated that Ekpa’s case is currently before Finnish courts, confirming that the matter has … Read more
Dangote Limited has refuted claims that it has set the price of petrol from its Lagos-based refinery at ₦600 per litre. This clarification was made in a statement issued on Tuesday night by the company’s Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina. The denial comes after the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has contributed N50 billion to support the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). EKO HOT BLOG reports that this announcement was made by the anti-corruption agency on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, during a courtesy visit to the EFCC headquarters in Abuja by the Fund’s Managing Director and Chief Executive … Read more
Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, widely known as Bobrisky, was born on August 31, 1991. She is a Nigerian social media personality, influencer and a self-claimed ‘Transgender’ woman. Bobrisky is particularly known for her strong presence on social media platforms such as Snapchat, TikTok, and Instagram, where she has built a massive following. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on … Read more
The family of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, known as Mohbad, has expressed strong disapproval of plans to mark the first anniversary of the musician’s death. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Mohbad passed away on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27, and the circumstances surrounding his death remain unresolved. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on … Read more
The House of Representatives is currently deliberating a new piece of legislation, the Counter Subversion Bill 2024, which seeks to impose stringent penalties on individuals and groups engaging in actions that threaten Nigeria’s national unity and security. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the bill, sponsored by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, is set for a second reading, during … Read more
Independent petroleum marketers in Nigeria are expecting petrol from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery to be priced between ₦600 and ₦650 per litre when it becomes available in the market. Hammed Fashola, the National Vice President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), expressed optimism in an interview with Punch that the $20 billion Dangote … Read more
The Federal Government and state governors have agreed to a three-month delay in implementing the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on Local Government financial autonomy. The postponement means that Local Governments nationwide will have to wait until October before the new law, which mandates direct payments into their accounts, is fully enacted. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on … Read more
Nigeria’s oil marketers are optimistic about the imminent start of commercial production at the Port Harcourt Refinery, following a recent visit by key industry figures. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Demonstration Continues’ – Lagos Protest Organizers Declares ‘FG’s Policies Major Cause Of Hardship’ – Obaseki Reacts As Edo Protesters Worship On Street LSMTL Targets ISO/17025 Accreditation for Global … Read more
The gospel music community has been hit with a tragic loss as beloved singer Aduke Ajayi, widely known by her stage name Aduke Gold, has passed away. The news of her death was shared by fellow gospel artist Esther Igbekele on social media, where she posted a heartfelt tribute along with Aduke’s photo, captioning it, … Read more
The Federal Government has resolved the longstanding issue of unpaid minimum wage arrears for staff of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). EKO HOT BLOG reports that the settlement, covering 45 months of arrears dating back to 2019, was confirmed in a statement issued on August 12, 2024, by Okechukwu Nwokoro, Secretary of the NiMet Unions Joint … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially sworn in Esther Walson-Jack as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, succeeding Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, who retired on August 13, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the brief ceremony took place at the Council Chambers of the State House, Abuja, before the commencement of the … Read more
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has summoned a woman seen tearing her husband’s international passport in a viral video for interrogation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Comptroller General of NIS, Kemi Nandap, stated that if found guilty, she would be prosecuted under Section 10(h) of the Immigration Act. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just … Read more
The federal government has deployed over 10,000 Agro Rangers across 19 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to bolster food security nationwide. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this initiative, reported by an online media platform, is aimed at safeguarding farmlands, protecting farmers from increasing attacks, mediating conflicts between farmers and herders, and preventing the destruction … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has addressed recent social media claims suggesting that it instructed corps members to upgrade their bank accounts in preparation for receiving the newly approved ₦70,000 minimum wage. Reports circulating online implied that corps members were advised to upgrade their bank accounts, which are currently … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and twenty-seven states have yet to establish committees to implement the recently approved ₦70,000 minimum wage. This follows President Bola Tinubu’s recent signing of the new wage law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that despite the swift passage of the bill by the National Assembly and the President’s endorsement, several states have … Read more
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed strong criticism of the current leaders in Nigeria, asserting that many individuals in public office lack the necessary qualities to effectively lead the nation and should be imprisoned or face harsher consequences. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Obasanjo made these remarks at his residence in Abeokuta, Ogun State, during a … Read more
World record holder in the 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, is set to compete in the semi-finals at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games today. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Amusan secured her place in the semi-finals on Wednesday by clocking an impressive time of 12.49 seconds, finishing ahead of the USA’s Alaysha Johnson, who came in second … Read more
FG has lifted the suspension on Arik Air’s operations, which was initially grounded due to a $2.5 million debt The Federal Government has lifted the suspension on the operations of local airline Arik Air. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this is more than a week after the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, ordered … Read more
D’Tigress, Olympics 2024, Nigeria, John Enoh, women’s basketball, quarterfinals, USA, African sports, historic achievement, sports news EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s Sports Minister, John Enoh, praised the impact of Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, at the 2024 Olympics, despite their journey ending before the finals. The team had a strong performance in the group stage, … Read more