EKO HOT BLOG reports that the immediate past President, Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Nigeria after his trip to London, United Kingdom. Buhari arrived at the Katsina International Airport around 11:00 am and was received by his aides and officials of the Katsina State Government. EDITOR’S PICKS OPM’s Apostle Chibuzor Rushed To Hospital After Collapsing … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, is planning to return to Nigeria, according to his lawyer, Mr. Pelumi Olajengbesi. In 2021, Igboho left the country following a raid on his Ibadan home by the Department of State Services (DSS). EDITOR’S PICKS OPM’s Apostle Chibuzor Rushed … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) has knocked the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, for claiming that the security situation in the nation had improved. Recall that while speaking to State House correspondents after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu, Ribadu had claimed that the record of crimes and activities of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has issued an order for the deployment of 35 Commissioners of Police across the country This was disclosed in a statement released by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi. Egbetokun assured that these postings align with the police leadership’s commitment to enhance policing, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Central Bank of Nigeria has said it will intervene to resolve issues around the new charges adopted by Point of Sale operators in Nigeria. Already, Point of Sale agents are meeting with stakeholders across the country to agree on changes in transaction charges for PoS services. EDITOR’S PICKS OPM’s Apostle … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says it is in support of President Bola Tinubu’s efforts aimed at repositioning the giant of Africa. President of Guinea- Buissau and Chairman Authority ECOWAS Head of State and Government, Umaro Sissoco Embalo, said this during a private visit to Tinubu on … Read more
EkoHotBlog General Lucky Irabor, the immediate past chief of defence staff, has disclosed that it was not easy to provide security for a diverse country like Nigeria while insisting such is possible. The retired general said this while delivering his valedictory speech at the pulling-out ceremony, which was organised in his honour at the Mogadishu … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the World Bank yesterday disclosed plans to support the Nigerian Electrification Project (NEP) with an additional $750 million. Ms Elizabeth Huybens, World Bank’s Director of Strategy and Operations for Western/Central African Region, disclosed this shortly after inspecting a 60kw solar-powered mini grid in Kilankwa II, a settlement in Kwali … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that photo of Tinubu’s meeting with Buhari in London has surfaced, after his return to Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS Shehu Sani Slams Wike’s Appointment Obsession, Questions APC’s Focus Arewa Women, APC Governors Back Tajudeen Abbas As House Speaker Apple Unveils Revolutionary Mixed Reality Headset, Challenges Meta’s Dominance The President of Nigeria, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has introduced a fee of N1,000 to be paid by all motorists annually for Proof of Ownership Certificate (POC) verification. Lagos State is kick-starting the collection of the fee for POC from motorists beginning from July 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS Shehu Sani Slams Wike’s Appointment Obsession, Questions … Read more
Peter Obi, the LP candidate in the 2023 Presidential election, has reacted to the ongoing building demolitions in Kano and other parts of Nigeria. He emphasizes that while some demolitions may be necessary, compassion and compensation should be provided to the innocent victims. Obi calls for a humanitarian approach, considering the housing deficit and the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has renamed some federal airports after several notable Nigerians. This is according to a memo by the Federal Ministry of Aviation dated June 1, 2023, and signed by Mrs Joke Olatunji for the Director of Airport Operations. EDITOR’S PICKS Shehu Sani Slams Wike’s Appointment … Read more
The Government of France is set to €600,000 to make French the second language in Nigeria. The Embassy of France in Nigeria has launched a project to strengthen French teachers in the country and create a network of media platforms using the French language. The project will benefit 50 schools in five states in Nigeria … Read more
NGO YRC demands placing politicians, including President Tinubu, on minimum wage to address inequality. They also seek a minimum wage increase to N200,000 per month and an unemployment allowance. The group criticizes the proposed 114% pay rise for political office holders and calls for immediate minimum wage negotiations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a non-governmental … Read more
President Tinubu is set to return to Nigeria just in time for the Sallah celebrations after his scheduled arrival on Tuesday. A source close to the Presidency confirmed that the President will be home in time for the Salah Celebration holiday. Tinubu participated in a summit in Paris and made a short private visit to … Read more
Simon Ekpa, Biafra PM, writes Tinubu demanding Kanu’s release. Kanu illegally kidnapped, renditioned to Nigeria, health deteriorating. Kanu not getting adequate medical attention in DSS custody. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Simon Ekpa, the self-proclaimed Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile, on Sunday fired an open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu will leave Paris for London, United Kingdom, after concluding his mission in France on Friday. According to a statement issued by the president’s spokesperson, Dele Alake, Saturday afternoon, he will travel to London on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Gbajabiamila, Fashola, Lagos First Lady, Others Get Honorary Doctorates At … Read more
An associate pastor of the Living Faith Church has been arraigned for allegedly defrauding Landmark University of N19.3 million. The charges allege that the pastor abused his position as the university’s attorney to cheat and defraud his client. The pastor pleaded not guilty to the charges and was released on bail in the sum of … Read more
Two former presidential campaign officials have called on Atiku and Peter Obi to withdraw their cases from the election petition tribunal. They believe that Tinubu’s government has the potential to reunite and reposition Nigeria for a breakthrough. Atiku’s camp has responded by saying that they will continue to pursue their case in court. EKO HOT … Read more
Peter Obi has reprimanded politicians over the proposed 114% salary increase. He believes that the salary increment is in bad taste considering the current economic hardships faced by Nigerians. He opined that leaders should be focused on reducing the cost of governance and alleviating the suffering of the citizens. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more