The federal government received a fleet of hybrid Jet Mover buses from Jet Motor Company to provide affordable transport solutions and alleviate the impact of fuel subsidy removal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a continued effort to provide affordable and comfortable transport solutions for Nigerians, the federal government received a fleet of hybrid Jet Mover … Read more
Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, highlighted the threat of military coups to democracy in West Africa. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has warned that military coups in West African countries are undermining democratic values and causing unintended consequences in the region. Speaking at the 42nd … Read more
D’Tigress of Nigeria were eliminated from the 2024 Paris Olympics after an 88-74 quarter-final loss to the United States. EKO HOT BLOG reports that D’Tigress of Nigeria have crashed out of the women’s basketball event at the 2024 Paris Olympics after a valiant effort. The team was defeated 88-74 by the United States in the quarter-final … Read more
A youth was killed and six others injured during a military raid in Lere town, Bauchi State, stemming from a dispute between local youths and joint military forces. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Bauchi State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has reported that a youth was killed by a soldier of the Nigerian Army … Read more
Tinubu has approved the appointment of new governing councils for federal universities and other tertiary institutions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of governing councils for federal universities and other tertiary institutions in the country. This was announced on Wednesday by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and … Read more
The federal government assures financing the new ₦70,000 minimum wage will be feasible, with plans to increase crude oil output to 2 million barrels per day. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has assured there will be no difficulties in financing the new ₦70,000 minimum wage signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. The … Read more
ECOWAS Chiefs of Defence Staff meet in Abuja, chaired by Nigeria’s General Christopher Musa, with key defence and foreign affairs officials in attendance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chiefs of Defence Staff of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are meeting at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting is chaired by Nigeria’s … Read more
Nigeria is set to contend for medals in the long jump event at the Olympic Games with three athletes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria is poised to secure a medal in the long jump at the ongoing Olympic Games, as three Nigerian athletes—Ese Brume, Ruth Usoro, and Prestina Ochonogor—are competing in the event’s final for … Read more
Minister of Education Prof. Tahir Mamman has directed NBTE and NERDC to develop a skills curriculum for all educational levels to address the learning crisis and skills gap in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, has directed the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and the Nigerian Educational Research … Read more
Tinubu has appointed new federal commissioners for the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission, pending Senate confirmation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed new federal commissioners for the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). This announcement was made on Tuesday night by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, … Read more
Dr. Tunji Alausa confirmed Dr. Rufai Abdul Dachi as the acting Medical Director of FMC Misau. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Rufai Abdul Dachi as the new acting Medical Director for the Federal Medical Center (FMC) in Misau, Bauchi State. The announcement was made by Dr. Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister … Read more
Importers Association of Nigeria (IMAN) accuses Nigeria Customs Service of continuing to collect import duties on food items despite President Bola Tinubu’s executive order to suspend such duties. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Importers Association of Nigeria (IMAN) has raised concerns over the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) continuing to collect import duties on food items, … Read more
Global protests in 2024 are driven by economic hardship, governance issues, and dissatisfaction with policies, leading to widespread unrest in countries like Kenya, Nigeria, India, Bangladesh, Venezuela, and the UK. EKO HOT BLOG reports that as the second half of 2024 unfolds, a wave of protests is sweeping across countries worldwide, with notable unrest in Nigeria, … Read more
Favour Ofili qualifies for the 200m final at the 2024 Paris Olympics, reigniting Nigeria’s medal hopes with a season’s best time of 22.05s. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s Favour Ofili was in tears after she stormed into the final of the 200m race at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Ofili qualified for the final by securing … Read more
Chief of Defence Staff has warned that flying the Russian flag during protests is a treasonable offense. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Mustapha, has issued a stern warning against flying the Russian flag during protests, labeling it a treasonable offense. This comes after several #EndBadGovernance protesters in northern … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Russian Embassy in Nigeria has denied any involvement or interference in the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protest, following reports of its flags being used by some protesters in northern Nigeria. Protesters in the northern regions were seen marching with Russian flags, chanting slogans, and holding placards with various messages. This raised concerns … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Imota Local Branch, spearheaded by Comrade Adebogun Oriyomi, has stepped up its peacebuilding initiatives on the second day of the national protest. The branch’s strategy included engaging with critical state government facilities, such as the Lagos State Rice Mill and Fire Station, to ensure the … Read more
The Presidency clarified that President Bola Tinubu accomplished his goal of cultivating 500,000 hectares of land, defending against criticism of his new plan to cultivate 10 million hectares. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidency has clarified that President Bola Tinubu accomplished his plan to cultivate 500,000 hectares of land in line with the administration’s food … Read more
The Federal Government plans to establish building materials manufacturing hubs in six geo-political zones, inviting investors to fund and manage the hubs EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government is set to establish building materials manufacturing hubs across the six geo-political zones, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has announced. The … Read more
#EndBadGovernance protest organizers criticize President Tinubu’s address, claiming it justifies violence and dismisses their demands. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Organizers of the #EndBadGovernance protest have accused President Bola Tinubu of being out of touch with the needs of the masses in Nigeria. This criticism followed Tinubu’s nationwide address on Sunday, responding to the protest that … Read more