Japan defeated Nigeria 3-1 in their final Group C match at the Paris Olympics, eliminating the Super Falcons from the tournament. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Clinical Japan defeated Nigeria 3-1 in the final Group C women’s football event at the Paris Olympics, sending the African giants home. First-half goals from Maika Hamano, Mina Tanaka, and … Read more
The Nigerian National Assembly passed a bill to increase the Central Bank’s loan limit to the Federal Government from 5% to 10% of annual revenue. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the two chambers of the National Assembly passed a bill on Wednesday to increase the percentage of Ways and Means loans the Central Bank of Nigeria … Read more
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has issued an emergency warning, advising some staff to stay home on August 1 and 2 due to planned nationwide protests against rising living costs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States Mission in Nigeria has issued an emergency warning, advising some staff members to stay home on August 1 … Read more
Edo State Police Command has promised to support and protect citizens during the planned protests if conducted peacefully, with a stern warning to potential troublemakers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that The Edo State Police Command has promised to support and protect the citizens during the planned protests, as long as they are conducted peacefully. The announcement … Read more
Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar urges reconsideration of the planned August 1 protest, highlighting positive outcomes of President Tinubu’s reforms and ongoing economic recovery. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has expressed his disagreement with the planned nationwide protest scheduled to begin on August 1, urging organizers to reconsider and … Read more
The National Assembly has scheduled an emergency meeting for Thursday to resolve discrepancies between the Senate and House versions of the 2024 budget. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Assembly has scheduled an emergency meeting for Thursday to address and correct an error in the 2024 budget. According to The Sun, sources within the National … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the organizers of the nationwide protest against economic hardship, poor governance, and widespread hunger have released the locations for the upcoming demonstrations. The protests are scheduled to take place from August 1 to 10, 2024, at various sites across the country. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To Dialogue – Sanwo-Olu … Read more
MTN has shut all its stores and service centres in Nigeria following subscriber outrage and vandalism due to lines being barred over NIN and SIM registration mismatches. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Telecoms giant MTN has shut all its stores and service centres across Nigeria following an uproar from subscribers after the network provider barred their … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian government aims to save $7.32 billion annually following President Bola Tinubu’s directive that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) sell crude oil to local refineries in Naira. This announcement, made by Zacch Adedeji, Special Adviser on Revenue, came after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by … Read more
NAMA has suspended its planned 800% increase in navigational charges following Minister Festus Keyamo’s directive, emphasizing economic sensitivity and the need for further consultations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has suspended its previously announced hike in navigational charges following directives from the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus … Read more
Labour unions express delight and call for immediate implementation after President Bola Tinubu signs the ₦70,000 minimum wage bill into law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the organized labour expressed delight on Monday after President Bola Tinubu signed the new National Minimum Wage Act into law, raising the minimum wage to ₦70,000. In an interview with … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday directed senior police officers to protect participants of the planned #EndBadGovernance protest slated for August 1 to 10, 2024. Egbetokun issued this directive in response to a request from human rights lawyer, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To … Read more
Minister Mohammed Idris stated that there is no need for planned protests as the Tinubu government is addressing the concerns of aggrieved Nigerians, including food distribution. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced on Monday that there is no longer a need for the planned protests. According to … Read more
Telecommunications companies have denied allegations of planning to disrupt the #endbadgovernance protests scheduled nationwide from August 1-10, 2024. They asserted that their obligation to provide continuous service, as per their social and economic commitments, prevents them from engaging in such actions. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To Dialogue – Sanwo-Olu On Protests ‘Nobody Is … Read more
APC criticizes Peter Obi for supporting a protest against Tinubu’s government while praising Governor Alex Otti for advocating alternative solutions to Nigeria’s economic issues. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has mocked former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and praised Abia State Governor Alex Otti for their differing stances on the … Read more
The US, UK, and Canada have issued security alerts advising their nationals to avoid areas of potential violence during the #EndBadGovernance protest in Nigeria on August 1, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada have issued security alerts to their nationals in Nigeria, warning of potential violence during the planned #EndBadGovernance … Read more
Governor Alex Otti opposes Peter Obi’s endorsement of a nationwide protest, emphasizing the illegality of protesting without police approval. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has taken a stance that diverges from that of the Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, regarding a planned nationwide protest. A … Read more
The National Assembly has delayed sending the minimum wage bill to President Bola Tinubu, now expected by Monday, due to pending money bills. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Assembly has delayed the transmission of the minimum wage bill, which may now be sent to President Bola Tinubu by Monday. The bill, which underwent second … Read more
NERC has not reverted to the old electricity tariff as directed by the House of Representatives due to a lack of official communication regarding the directive. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has explained why it has not reverted to the old electricity tariff as directed by the House of Representatives. … Read more
NNPCL attributes recent fuel scarcity in Abuja and Lagos to discharge hitches of vessels and reassures Nigerians that efforts are underway to restore normalcy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has explained the reasons behind the recent fuel scarcity in Abuja and Lagos State. NNPCL clarified that the tight supply … Read more