I have long admired Honourable Abike Dabiri-Erewa for her brilliance and ardour for duty. I believe it will not be an overreach to say she bears the totem of excellence. She comes to any assignment, whether in a private or public office, with gravitas, passion, and humility. I have seen this facility for distinction from … Read more
Shettima Lauds Tinubu’s Political Will in Driving Economic Reforms Highlighted the President’s recent trip to Brazil, which produced five MOUs Urged NES to provide practical solutions to Nigeria’s economic challenges Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s determination to diversify Nigeria’s economy, describing him as a leader with the political will to take … Read more
171 groups now seeking INEC recognition 19 new applications submitted INEC assures fairness The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confirmed that the total number of applications has reached 171 as of September 3, 2025. Eko Hot Blog reports that Sam Olumekun, an INEC National Commissioner, the commission’s review committee has finalized its assessment and moved … Read more
Why I’ve Not Appointed Ambassadors Yet – Tinubu Tinubu noted that the process of selecting qualified candidates is complex and requires careful consideration “I still have ambassadorial positions to fill, and many people are interested” – Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged the challenges and delays surrounding the appointment of Nigerian ambassadors, Eko Hot Blog … Read more
Wike Confirms Death of FCT Head of Service Grace Adayilo Adayilo passed away in the early hours of Monday He described her as a dedicated and hardworking woman The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has confirmed the death of Mrs Grace Adayilo, the pioneer Head of the FCT Civil Service. Eko Hot … Read more
Conveys condolences to the bereaved families and expressed solidarity with South Korea Describes the crash as a tragic loss Reaffirms support for the South Korean people The Federal Government has commiserated with the government and people of South Korea amid the tragic crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216, which led to the death of about … Read more
The Nigerian community in South Africa is grappling with the tragic killing of Mr. Julius Chukwunta, who succumbed to injuries following a violent altercation in Midrand, Johannesburg. Chukwunta’s death has sparked outrage and raised concerns over the safety of Nigerians living in South Africa. EDITOR’S PICKS NNPC Unveils Command Centre for Real-Time Monitoring of Hydrocarbon … Read more
The Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Justice, has disbursed an estimated ₦1.1 billion in professional fees to top Nigerian lawyers, including Chief Afe Babalola (SAN), Wole Olanipekun (SAN), and 23 other law firms, spanning a period of three years. EDITOR’S PICKS NNPC Unveils Command Centre for Real-Time Monitoring of Hydrocarbon … Read more
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has criticized the Nigerian government for its response to the stampedes across the country, accusing officials of being out of touch with the realities faced by everyday Nigerians. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a post on X, Ezekwesili expressed frustration with the outrage directed at philanthropic individuals and … Read more
Former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju-Kennedy Ohanenye, revealed on Wednesday that she was dismissed less than two weeks after Nigerians donated over ₦200 million to support projects she initiated in the ministry. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Ohanenye explained that the projects she planned, including mobile courts and rescue initiatives for young street hawkers, were … Read more
Nigeria and Saudi Arabia have begun moves to strengthen their economic ties with export credit and infrastructure development. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a statement from the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday, said the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun led a Nigerian delegation to Riyadh to strengthen economic cooperation … Read more
No fewer than 10 federal ministries and agencies have been allocated over ₦1 trillion each in the 2025 budget. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the allocations are detailed in the 2025 Appropriation Bill presented to the National Assembly. The ministries receiving significant funding include Police Affairs, Interior, Defence, Finance, Power, Works, Budget and Economic Planning, … Read more
The Federal Government of Nigeria has dismissed reports alleging that the Lakurawa terrorist group, purportedly aided by foreign security forces, including Nigerian personnel, was responsible for the attack on the Niger-Benin oil pipeline on December 13, 2024, in Gaya, Dosso Region of the Niger Republic. In a statement issued on Saturday by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, … Read more
The Foreign Minister of Niger Republic, Bakary Yaou Sangare, has summoned the charge d’affaires at the Nigerian embassy over the accusation that Nigeria is serving as a rear base to destabilise the nation. Since the military took over the country in 2023 and broke away from the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, relations … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the executive management teams for 12 River Basin Development Authorities under the Ministry of Water Resources. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was announced in a statement by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday. The reconstitution, which involves 72 appointees, is … Read more
The Public Accounts Committee of the House of Representatives has recommended excluding the National Examination Council, University of Ibadan, Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, 21 other Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) from the 2025 budget. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this recommendation follows the repeated failure of these MDAs to provide accountability for previous … Read more
The Senate has initiated a move to restore Nigeria’s monetary sovereignty by prohibiting the use of foreign currencies for payments and transactions within the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this effort aims to ensure that all financial transactions, including salaries, are conducted in naira. The proposed ban would cover not only local workers but … Read more
The federal government has approved a N30 billion fund to enable the country’s 30 universities of agriculture to begin mechanized farming operations immediately. EKO HOT BLOG reports that along with the funding, the government issued a directive requiring specialized universities to strictly adhere to their core mandates and discontinue programs unrelated to their primary purpose. … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of eight new permanent secretaries to address vacancies and strengthen the federal civil service. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun Orders Major Shake-Up, Deploys New AIG … Read more
President Bola Tinubu, along with top politicians from various political parties, including governors, senators, ministers, business tycoons, and prominent traditional and religious leaders, attended the wedding Fatiha of the children of Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ceremony, held on Friday at the National Mosque in Abuja … Read more