NIGERIA – Page 49

‘It’s Priced Out Of Nigerian Wallets’ – Retailers Reveal Real Cost Of Petrol

Jul 10, 2024.Jul 10, 2024. by Praise Ben

PROAN President Billy Gillis-Harry highlighted that aligning Nigeria’s petroleum prices with international rates would make fuel unaffordable for most Nigerians EKO HOT BLOG reports that President of the Petroleum Retail Owners Association of Nigeria (PROAN), Billy Gillis-Harry, has highlighted the challenges faced by Nigerians with the current market price of petroleum, estimating it should be between … Read more

Tunji Alausa, Other Stakeholders Meet To Design Nigeria’s Malaria Chemoprevention Policy

Jul 10, 2024.Jul 9, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Tunji Alausa and other stakeholders met to draft Nigeria’s malaria chemoprevention policy. Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria may soon get a National Perennial Malaria Chemoprevention Policy as stakeholders, including Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, met on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Kano Gov. Abba Yusuf States Position On LGBTQ … Read more

Price Hike: Lawmakers Threaten To Arrest Dangote Cement Management

Jul 9, 2024. by Praise Ben

The House of Representatives Joint Committee has warned Dangote Cement’s management of possible arrest warrants. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives Joint Committee on the Arbitrary Increase in the Price of Cement issued a stern warning to the management of Dangote Cement on Tuesday after the company’s officials failed to appear at a … Read more

Presidency Speaks About Hitting The Break Food Import Tariffs

Jul 9, 2024.Jul 9, 2024. by Praise Ben

The Presidency clarified that the suspension of import tariffs on certain food items is still under deliberation and no decision has been made yet. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidency has clarified the confusion regarding the suspension of taxes, import duties, and tariffs for importing certain food items through land and sea borders, including maize, … Read more

OPay Launches Legal Battle Against Customers Over ₦714 Million System Glitch

Jul 9, 2024.Jul 9, 2024. by Praise Ben

OPay has taken legal action and received court approval to freeze customer bank accounts after a system glitch resulted in a ₦714 million debt due to undebited card payments. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the OPay, a leading fintech firm backed by Chinese investment, has taken legal action following a system glitch that allowed customers to … Read more

EFCC Throws Roadblocks On The Release Of Emefiele’s Passport For Medical Trip

Jul 9, 2024.Jul 9, 2024. by Praise Ben

EFCC contests former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele’s application to release his passport for a medical trip to the UK, citing insufficient medical justification and potential bail violation. the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has contested former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele’s application to release his passport for a medical trip to … Read more

Unpaid Salaries: SSANU, NASU Direct Members To Commence Strike

Jul 7, 2024. by Praise Ben

SSANU and NASU have directed members to commence a series of protests and potentially a full-blown strike over unpaid salaries. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) have instructed all branches to hold meetings on Monday to prepare for … Read more

Former NLC President Takai Shamang Kidnapped In Kaduna

Jul 7, 2024. by Praise Ben

Former NLC President Takai Shamang has been kidnapped from his home in Kaduna State, with authorities working to secure his release. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President Takai Shamang has reportedly been kidnapped. Shamang, who also served as the President General of the National Union of Electricity and Gas Workers (now … Read more

BREAKING: Tinubu Steps Aside As ECOWAS Chairman – Here’s Why

Jul 7, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

President Bola Tinubu’s tenure as the chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government has come to a close today. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian leader is expected to hand over the baton of leadership to another leader. The body is currently holding its 65th Ordinary Session of the Authority … Read more

National Power Grid Collapses, Nation Plunges Into Darkness

Jul 6, 2024. by Praise Ben

National power grid collapse causes widespread electricity outage in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the national power grid suffered another collapse today, plunging households and businesses into darkness across the country. At precisely 3:09 pm, the entire system went offline, causing widespread disruptions in electricity supply. Local electricity distribution companies swiftly began notifying their customers … Read more

Spreading Falsehood On Samoa Agreement Is Treason – Okupe

Jul 6, 2024. by Praise Ben

Doyin Okupe warns that spreading misinformation about Nigeria’s $150 billion Samoa loan agreement, which critics claim mandates LGBT rights, constitutes treason. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Doyin Okupe, has cautioned Nigerians that spreading misinformation about the Samoa Agreement signed by the federal government constitutes treason. … Read more

Wike Commiserates With Bukola Saraki Over Mother’s Death

Jul 6, 2024. by Praise Ben

Minister Nyesom Wike extends condolences to former Senate President Bukola Saraki on the passing of his mother, Florence Morenike Saraki, who died at 89. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Friday, extended his condolences to former Senate President Bukola Saraki over the passing of his mother, Florence Morenike Saraki. Florence Morenike … Read more

FG Announces New Mining Rates For Investors

Jul 5, 2024.Jul 5, 2024. by Praise Ben

The federal government has introduced new rates for mining licenses to align with President Tinubu’s ease of doing business policy and boost revenue. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has announced new rates for investors interested in mining mineral resources across the country. Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, disclosed this on Thursday, stating … Read more

Nigeria Records 6,902 Suspected Lassa Fever Cases, 162 Deaths In 2024

Jul 5, 2024. by Praise Ben

The NCDC reported a rise in suspected Lassa fever cases to 6,902 across 125 LGAs in 28 states, with 920 confirmed cases and 162 deaths as of June 23, 2024 EKO HOT BLOG reports that the number of suspected Lassa fever cases in Nigeria has surged to 6,902, according to the latest figures from the Nigeria … Read more

Roll Back Tariff Hike, Stop Snuffing Life Out Of Our Economy – NLC Slams FG

Jul 5, 2024.Jul 5, 2024. by Praise Ben

NLC President Joe Ajaero has criticized the Tinubu administration and DISCOs over the recent electricity tariff hike, demanding an immediate reversal to prevent further economic hardship. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu’s administration and Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs) against the recent hike … Read more

Expect More Flooding, FG Warns

Jul 4, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

The Federal Government has alerted states and local governments to prepare for increased flooding as the peak of the rainy season approaches. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, issued the warning during a news conference on Thursday in Abuja. He emphasized the need for precautionary measures … Read more

₦2 Trillion: Tinubu Announces Massive Investment To Stabilize Economy

Jul 4, 2024. by Praise Ben

President Bola Tinubu announces a ₦2 trillion investment in critical sectors like Health, Agriculture, Energy/Power, and others to accelerate economic stabilization and advancement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has announced a bold plan to inject ₦2 trillion into key sectors of the economy over the next six months. This significant investment aims to … Read more

Don’t Plan Protest Against Anti-Corruption Operations – EFCC Warns Nigerians

Jul 3, 2024. by Praise Ben

The EFCC has warned about a planned protest against its operations, suspecting it is being driven by individuals under investigation using social media EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a public warning regarding a planned protest against its operations. There have been widespread calls for a nationwide protest … Read more

Reps To Probe ₦2 Trillion Mismanagement Of Agricultural Funds Under Buhari

Jul 3, 2024. by Praise Ben

The House of Representatives will investigate the alleged misappropriation of over ₦2 trillion disbursed by the Central Bank of Nigeria through the Anchor Borrowers Scheme under former President Buhari, amid concerns of food scarcity and mismanagement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives has vowed to investigate the alleged misappropriation of over ₦2 trillion … Read more

Reps Orders Probe Into WAEC’s Revenue From 2018 To 2023

Jul 3, 2024. by Praise Ben

The House of Representatives has mandated an investigation into WAEC’s Internally Generated Revenue from 2018 to 2023, following a motion highlighting financial irregularities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives on Tuesday mandated its Committee on Basic Education to investigate the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of the West African Examination Council (WAEC) from 2018 … Read more