Case Goes to Court of Appeal Assembly Blocks Natasha Return Natasha Request to Resume The National Assembly has stated that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Kogi Central senator, cannot resume her office despite her 6-month suspension ending, even after she wrote to them expressing her desire to return. According to Eko Hot Blog, the Clerk to … Read more
Tambuwal’s Comments On Me, Tinubu, Won’t Go Unanswered – Wike Wike’s aide says the Minister will respond to Tambuwal’s comments soon. Tension grows between the two political figures over loyalty and integrity The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has vowed to respond to comments made by former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu … Read more
Arabambi rules out Obi’s chances for the 2027 ticket. Claims internal divisions within the Labour Party will block his candidacy. Disagreement over Obi’s leadership creates uncertainty for the party’s future. Abayomi Arabambi, the National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party, has declared that Peter Obi will not secure the party’s ticket for the 2027 presidential … Read more
Obi Will Not Get 2027 Presidential Ticket Labour Party’s Internal Strife Over Peter Obi Obi’s Future with Labour Party in Doubt The Labour Party’s spokesperson, Abayomi Arabambi, has announced that Peter Obi will not secure the party’s presidential ticket for the 2027 elections. Arabambi made the statement during an interview on Channels Television’s “Lunchtime Politics.” … Read more
Lagos APC Rejects Tambuwal’s Claim Of Consensus Against Tinubu. The party believes Nigerians will support Tinubu for good governance. APC spokesman mocks opposition alliances as desperate and doomed to fail. The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed claims by former Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal, that there is a national … Read more
Revives ‘Red Roof Revolution’ Project 2025 Constituency Projects Oshiomhole Focuses on Edo-North Senator Adams Oshiomhole (APC–Edo) has unveiled the first phase of his 2025 constituency projects for the Edo-North Senatorial District. Eko Hot Blog reports that On Sunday, Oshiomhole officially handed over the projects, which focus heavily on education and aim to improve living conditions … Read more
Visit to Imo State El-Rufai and Peter Obi Meet in Owerri El-Rufai Calls for National Unity Former Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasir El-Rufai has concluded a two-day visit to Owerri, expressing deep gratitude for the city’s hospitality and stating that his trip successfully achieved its goal of fostering national unity and progress. In a statement … Read more
Rhodes-Vivour Dumps Labour Party, Joins ADC He calls for a united opposition ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. ADC hails him as leader of a movement that shook Lagos politics. The 2023 Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking at his defection ceremony held … Read more
NNPP expels Abdulmumin Jibrin over anti-party activities and unpaid dues. Kano NNPP chairman says Jibrin owes his success to Kwankwasiyya. Party vows to recover debts in court, dismisses impact of APC return. The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has expelled House of Representatives member Abdulmumin Jibrin Kofa, who represents Kiru/Bebeji constituency in Kano State. EDITOR’S … Read more
APC appoints Olajolo as Director of Administration 20+ years of grassroots politics Drive efficiency in APC’s daily operations All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed Ayoola Olajolo as the new Director of Administration at the party’s National Secretariat. Eko Hot Blog reports that the appointment of Ayoola Olajolo, a legal practitioner and experienced public administrator with … Read more
Leadership choice favors Atiku over Wike Friendship is different from leadership decisions Political disagreements are about principle, not personal rifts Former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal has declared that he would support former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, if faced with a choice for national leadership. Speaking … Read more
Urges humility, charity, and brotherhood Governor Nwifuru calls for peace and unity Administration is committed to the residents’ welfare Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, has called on all Nigerians to embrace peace and unity as the nation celebrates Eid-el-Maulud, a festival commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad. Eko Hot Blog reports that in a … Read more
Jonathan says 2015 election exposed him to deep political betrayals. He praised ex-Chief of Staff Oghiadomhe as a rare loyal friend. Politicians in Nigeria lack consistency and trust, Jonathan lamented. Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described Nigerian politics as a system deeply riddled with betrayal, recalling his personal experiences during the 2015 general elections. Jonathan … Read more
Jonathan claims betrayal by PDP insiders Blames Adamu Mu’azu, Northern elites, IGP Anger with party drove his distance from PDP Former President Goodluck Jonathan has stated that his unexpected loss in the 2015 presidential election was the result of betrayal from within his own party. Eko Hot Blog reports that Jonathan, in his book Against … Read more
Abbas rated most loved Speaker by colleagues Praised for inclusive, accessible leadership Noted for improving legislative welfare and process A recent survey of 50 members of the House of Representatives has named Speaker Tajudeen Abbas the most loved presiding officer in Nigeria’s democratic history. Eko Hot Blog reports that the survey—covering an equal mix of … Read more
Kano Police bolster security at EFCC zone ahead of civil society rally. CSOs rally in solidarity with anti-graft agencies amid major corruption probes. Protesters call for transparency, judicial fairness, and legislative oversight. Security around the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) zonal office in Kano was significantly heightened on Thursday as civil society organizations mounted … Read more
Osun Dismisses No-Confidence Vote on Deputy Deputy Governor Kola Adewusi Retains His Position Osun PDP to Settle Vote of No Confidence Crisis The Osun State Government has announced that Deputy Governor Kola Adewusi retains his position despite a recent vote of no confidence passed in him. According to a report by Eko Hot Blog, the … Read more
Tinubu’s Confidence in Shettima Silences Critics, Says Arewa Think Tank Yakubu said Tinubu’s words had effectively silenced those nursing ambitions of replacing Shettima Adighije lauded Shettima’s commitment to infrastructure development The Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for reaffirming his confidence in Vice President Kashim Shettima, describing it as a decisive … Read more
Akingboye Dies at His Lagos Residence He also a successful businessman Passed away after an undisclosed illness Bamidele Akingboye, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate in the November 16, 2024, Ondo State governorship election, has died. His aide, Oyeniyi Iwakun, confirmed the death in a statement on Wednesday, stating that Akingboye passed away at his … Read more
Minister Stresses Commitment to Rule of Law Idris Denies Accusations of Political Witch-hunt FG Refutes Allegations Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has dismissed allegations that the Federal Government is using anti-corruption agencies to target political opponents. The denial came after former Vice President Atiku Abubakar accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of using … Read more