‘He’s So Stubborn’: Tinubu Recounts Dispute With Buhari Over APC Symbol Described Buhari as a determined individual “We had our differences before reaching common ground” President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has disclosed that he and the late former President Muhammadu Buhari had disagreements during the early stages of forming the All Progressives Congress (APC). Eko Hot … Read more
Patience Jonathan: I Won’t Return to the Villa, I Need Peace Her comments come amid growing pressure on her husband to run for Presidency in 2027 “The hardship in Nigeria is too much. If God has helped you out of it, you should thank him” Former First Lady Patience Jonathan has ruled out any possibility … Read more
Says his remarks were a critique of policies he believes could harm Nigerians Says his comments were clearly misunderstood Calls on the Presidency to embrace constructive criticism rather than dismiss it as opposition. Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed has refuted claims that he threatened President Bola Tinubu, saying that his remarks were a critique of policies … Read more
Says threats toward the Federal Government is inappropriate for someone in his position Says Mohammed’s unfortunate statement does not represent the collective voice of Northern Nigeria Highlights the significant advantages that states will gain from the Tax Reform Act The Presidency has warned Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed to retract his statement that the north … Read more
Commends Sheu Sani Accuses El-Rufai of marginalization in Kaduna as governor El-Rufai’s comment followed an article by frontline columnist, Farooq Kperogi The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga has accused former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai of shooting a cheap shot against the president. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has overturned the appointment of Yazid Shehu Umar Danfulani as the Executive Secretary of the Solid Minerals Development Fund/Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (SMDF/PAGMI), barely hours after it was made public. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the initial announcement, delivered by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, had highlighted Danfulani’s credentials, including a Bachelor’s … Read more
The Presidency has reiterated that the Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, is a safer and more affordable alternative to petrol. In a post on his X handle on Thursday, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, allayed fears among Nigerians following a report that the Malaysian government is planning to … Read more
The Presidency says former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is pushing his untested agenda as a better alternative to President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, said this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. He noted that Atiku’s ideas were already rejected by Nigerians … Read more
The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has faulted the call for a new jet for Vice President Kashim Shettima. In a post via his official X handle, Obi said the lawmaker who demanded a new jet for Shettima “is insensitive and unconcerned about the prevailing economic situation in the … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, on Monday said former president Olusegun Obasanjo sees himself as the only saviour God created for Nigeria. Ajayi, who was reacting to Obasanjo’s claim that Tinubu came into power without a plan, said Obasanjo perceives himself as the only good leader in Nigeria. … Read more
The presidency has responded to criticism suggesting that President Bola Tinubu, often praised for his role in Lagos State, has failed to deliver similar results for Nigeria. In a statement posted on X on Tuesday, Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, addressed the criticism directed at Tinubu’s performance. EDITOR’S … Read more
Ajuri Ngelale, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, did not resign due to a “vexatious medical situation” in his family, as he initially claimed. According to the Foundation of Investigative Journalism (FIJ), Ngelale’s resignation was actually a result of being dismissed by the presidency. Sources revealed that Ngelale, who also served … Read more
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu assures Nigerians of President Tinubu’s dedication to addressing the country’s challenges and urges patience and prayers. Eko Hot Blog reports that the First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has affirmed that President Bola Tinubu is deeply committed to the country and has the best intentions for its citizens. She emphasized that … Read more
Play Your Part, Prayers Will Not Fix Nigeria – Presidency Aliyu Audu underscores collective action in overcoming Nigeria’s challenges. President Tinubu approves Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund to drive comprehensive development across critical sectors. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Presidency emphasized the administration’s resolve to address the country’s infrastructural deficit on Tuesday, urging citizens … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that The former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has assessed the performance of his successor, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who has been in office for barely a year. Buhari commended Tinubu, the former Governor of Lagos State, for his outstanding work since assuming office nine months ago, acknowledging Tinubu’s performance. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Presidential Election Petition Court in Abuja has admitted results sheets from 17 states as evidence in Peter Obi’s petition challenging President Bola Tinubu’s victory in the February poll. Obi alleges electoral malpractices by INEC and Tinubu, presenting numerous documentary evidence. Respondents’ lawyers object to the admissibility of the documents, and the court … Read more
Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra State, expresses his concern about the process that brings leaders to office. He is confident that he will become the President of Nigeria and emphasizes the importance of doing the right thing for the country’s progress. Obi Alfred Achebe, chairman of the occasion, expresses hope that Peter Obi will … Read more
Reverend Father Ejike Mbaka, the Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry Enugu, has endorsed Bola Tinubu for the Nigerian presidency if it is the will of God. He acknowledges the electoral malpractices that took place during the February 25 presidential election but remains grateful for the country’s successful poll. Mbaka urges Nigerians to pray for the … Read more