EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the last general elections, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerian youths to actively work against the entrenched corruption and criminality in various levels of government. In a statement released on his social media handle on Saturday, Obi encouraged young Nigerians not to be … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, met his Kenyan counterpart, William Ruto, and Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte, separately, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Presidential Spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, made this known in a post via his official X handle. EDITOR’S PICKS FG Takes Action to Tackle Soaring … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidency has promised Nigerians that they will soon begin to see the effect of the 2024 budget. Recall that President Bola Tinubu, at his maiden budget presentation before the National Assembly on Wednesday, said the proposed N27.5 trillion 2024 budget will ensure micro-economic stability, poverty reduction, and greater access … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that a new minimum wage will be implemented starting April 1, 2024. This information was revealed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Idris Mohammed, during an interview with Punch in Abuja. The current minimum wage of N30,000 is set to expire … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oba of Benin, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, has claimed that the Benin Kingdom founded Lagos State. This online media reports that the Oba of Benin made the claim on Sunday evening during a courtesy visit to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the Lagos House, Marina. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has warned politicians against blackmailing the country’s judiciary. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), gave warning on Friday while speaking to reporters at his residence in Ijagbo community, Kwara State. Fagbemi appealed to politicians who lost out at the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has committed his administration to the full support of the manufacturing sector, saying the move is important to the state’s economy. He spoke on Friday when he inaugurated a new manufacturing factory in Ikeja for Godrej Nigeria Limited, a consumer goods company with an Indian … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after participation at the G20 German Summit in Berlin, Germany. This online media platform gathered that Tinubu was received upon his return by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike; his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila; and the National … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to the Uwechue family and the Nigerian legal community on the passing of Chief George Uwechue, Owelle of Ogwashi-Ukwu, Delta State. The late Uwechue, a distinguished Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and former Chairman of Nigeria’s Body of Benchers, peacefully passed away at the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Police Force has revealed its intention to adopt solar and other renewable energy sources as lightening option for police stations, police barracks and police colleges as it looks to reduce emissions. Making this disclosure in a statement made available on its official X handle, the spokesperson of the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidency has confirmed its absence at the signing of the ‘Samoa Agreement’, a partnership between the member countries of the organization of Africa, Caribbean (OACPS), the Pacific States and the Europen Union, amid a public outcry from civil society groups in Nigeria. This online media platform reports that the … Read more
In the economic landscape of Nigeria, a pressing concern has taken center stage in recent times—escalating inflation rates, currently soaring close to a staggering 27%. The phenomenon of inflation, characterized by a persistent and substantial increase in the general price level of goods and services in an economy, demands a nuanced understanding and a comprehensive … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Peter Obi is not desperate for power and is not frustrated to want to leave Nigeria because he lost an election, says the Director-General of the Obi-Datti Presidential Campaign Council, Akin Osuntokun, while speaking during a recent interview. The Labour Party (LP) chieftain, who was speaking on the 2023 presidential … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said the electoral agency has no candidate in the November 11 governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi States. The Chairman of the Commission, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, made this known in a statement made available to journalists in Abuja on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Canada–African Development Bank Climate Fund (CACF), established to support gender-affirmative climate change projects in Africa, has approved $36.3 million to two private sector operations to advance climate adaptation on the African continent. In a statement issued by CACF on Tuesday, the body disclosed that the amount, in the form … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order restraining the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) from further denying issuing the Certificate being paraded by Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State. Justice Inyang Ekwo, in a judgment on Monday, held that evidence before the court showed that Mbah properly … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a peace agreement will be signed by political parties and their governorship candidates ahead of the November 11 governorship election in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi. In a statement made in Abuja on Saturday, the chairman of the National Peace Committee, Abdulsalami Abubakar, said the peace accord will be signed on … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has said poverty is not a shameful thing for Nigerians, stressing that it is just not acceptable. The president stated this on Friday at the closing ceremony of a three-day retreat for ministers, presidential aides, and other cabinet members, which took place in the State House … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the French Government announced on Friday its decision to return $150 million of the late General Sani Abacha loot. Since the death of Abacha, who was Nigeria’s military leader from 1993 to 1998, the country has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars heaped abroad. The visiting France Minister for Europe … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has appealed to European Union (EU)-member states to support Nigeria’s economic reforms. The President made the appeal on Wednesday while receiving the Letters of Credence of the Ambassador of Angola to Nigeria, Mr. Jose Bamoquine Zau; the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to Nigeria, Mr. Pieter … Read more