FG has revealed that Nigeria‘s dept could hit N77 trillion by May. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Director-General of the Debt Management Office (DMO), Patience Oniha, has predicted a high increase in the country’s debt before the end of the Muhammadu Buhari-led administration. The director-general made this known in Abuja on Wednesday during the … Read more
NCDC has dropped a fresh update on the new COVID-19 variant in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has said that the COVID-19 Omicron sub-lineages are partly responsible for the current increase in the virus’ cases in China, the United Kingdom (UK), and the United States, have not … Read more
Sanwo-Olu says Nigeria needs the prayers of religious leaders for the successful conduct of the 2023 polls. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged religious leaders, particularly the Prelate and clergymen of the Methodist Church Nigeria to continuously pray for the state and Nigeria as the country prepares … Read more
By Tunde Odesola With a halo round his head, Pelé packed lightning in his right foot, thunder in his left; the reason his footsteps sparkled, the reason he shone like a million stars, the reason he was named Edson after the inventor of the light bulb, Thomas Edison: the reason he turned football to ‘jogo … Read more
APC campaign council has stated that Nigeria will flourish under the leadership of Tinubu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has said Nigeria will be greater under its flag bearer, Bola Tinubu, if elected in 2023. In a New Year message issued Saturday in … Read more
FG has made U-turn on proposed salary increment. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government on Friday said contrary to trending reports, it is not considering a salary increment for Nigerian workers. The spokesperson of the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Olajide Oshundun made the clarification in a statement made available to newsmen. EDITOR’S … Read more
Buhari has explained how the “Jubril of Sudan” claim made him feel. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has said he did not find the “Jubril of Sudan” claim funny. EDITOR’S PICKS CBN Taking Our Financial Freedom from Us with ‘Suffocating’ Monetary Policies Renewed Hope: Dissecting Tinubu’s Comprehensive Plans For Security Attacks on … Read more
Buhari has sent a Christmas message to Nigerians. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday released his last Christmas message as President to Nigerians. The President in the statement rejoiced with Christians in the country as they celebrate this year’s Christmas. EDITOR’S PICKS JUST IN: Max Air CEO, Bishir Mangal Is Dead … Read more
Kebbi Governor has stated that APC is the only option for Nigerians. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Abubakar Bagudu of Kebbi recently stated the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains the only option for Nigerians. This is contained in a statement in Abuja on Friday by Badugu’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yahaya Sarki. EDITOR’S … Read more
Shell has agreed to pay $16m (£13m) to four Nigerian farmers and their communities to compensate for damage allegedly caused by pollution coming from leaks in its oil pipelines. Eko Hot Blog reports that the sum was agreed upon in negotiations between the oil company and the campaign group Friends of the Earth. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Tinubu has pledged to reposition Nigeria’s Economy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bola Tinubu, the Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Thursday promised entrepreneurs that if elected, he would reposition Nigeria for greater opportunities and development of its citizens. He also promised to work towards creating and enhancing the security situation in … Read more
Nigeria is one of the nations with the least internet restrictions in the world, according to recent research by the data collection firm Proxyrack. What can be accessed, published, or viewed on the Internet may be restricted or prohibited legally is known as internet censorship. Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria received a score of … Read more
Tinubu has sent a message to Buhari to mark his 80th birthday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has asked President Muhammadu Buhari to look back and be proud of what he has become in 80 years. This online media platform gathered … Read more
Jonathan has sent a message to Buhari to mark his 80th birthday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that former President Goodluck Jonathan has sent a congratulatory message to President Muhammadu Buhari on the occasion of his 80th birthday celebration. Jonathan, in a personally signed message, described Buhari as part of the privileged few who have served … Read more
Demola Seriki’s family has announced his burial arrangements. Eko Hot Blog reports that the family of Nigeria’s Ambassador to Spain, Demola Seriki, has announced burial arrangements for the late envoy. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigeria’s Ambassador To Spain, Demola Seriki Is Dead “Terrible Loss To Us All” – Obanikoro Mourns Demola Seriki Persistent Attacks On Our Offices … Read more
At eight years old, Tanitoluwa “Tani” Adewumi stormed to victory in the New York State Chess Championships while living in a homeless shelter. Eko Hot Blog reports that he rose to national stardom with that performance, which saw him defeat 73 of the best chess players in his age group and win his division. EDITOR’S … Read more
More details of Buhari’s meeting with the US President have emerged. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the details of the bilateral meeting between President Muhammadu Buhari and his United States counterpart, Joe Biden, have emerged. It was earlier reported that the two leaders met on Wednesday at the White House on the sidelines of the … Read more
The Charity Commission has granted consent for the University of Cambridge to return 116 artefacts to Nigeria. Eko Hot Blog reports that the objects, known as the Benin Bronzes, were taken by British armed forces during the sacking of Benin City in 1897, the university said. EDITOR’S PICKS New Orleans: Man Kills Female Uber Driver … Read more
NPC has stated that the 2023 Census will be Nigeria’s first-ever digital census. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Population Commission, NPC, on Tuesday, assured that the 2023 National Population and Housing Census will be Nigeria’s first digital census, adding that it will be the most verifiable census ever conducted in the country. The … Read more
Buhari will join the US-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington, DC. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari will leave for the United States capital, Washington DC, on Sunday, December 11, to attend the United States-Africa Leaders Summit. This online media platform gathered that the president would be joining other African leaders for the week-long … Read more