FG allocates ₦27bn for Obasanjo, ex-leaders, professors in 2025 budget. Beneficiaries include Obasanjo, Buhari, Gowon, and retired top officials. ₦500bn earmarked for student loans and social investment programmes. The Federal Government has allocated ₦27bn for the entitlements of former leaders and retired officials in the 2025 fiscal year. Beneficiaries include ex-presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck … Read more
Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Public Communication and Orientation, has sharply criticized former President Olusegun Obasanjo, claiming Nigeria’s democracy suffered significant setbacks under his leadership. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News Host Pete Hegseth As Defence Secretary Sanwo-Olu Appoints Barr. Rekiya Olufunke Hassan as new Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA Meter Replacement … Read more
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the appointment of new, credible leadership at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) with short tenures to combat corruption and restore public trust in Nigeria’s electoral process. Speaking at the Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum at Yale University in Connecticut, USA, Obasanjo delivered a keynote address titled “Leadership Failure … Read more
Former Nigerian military and civilian leader Olusegun Obasanjo recounted on Wednesday how his late wife, Stella Obasanjo, tirelessly reached out to global leaders in her quest to secure his release from prison. Obasanjo was imprisoned on March 17, 1995, by the military government of General Sani Abacha on charges of plotting to overthrow the regime. … Read more
Grammy-nominated Afrobeat musician Femi Kuti has revealed that some of his family’s most significant adversaries come from their own ethnic group, the Yorubas. Speaking at the 2024 Felabration Festival in Lagos, Femi Kuti emphasized that his family rejects tribalism, having been deeply influenced by pan-Africanist figures during their upbringing. EDITOR’S PICKS: ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba … Read more
An erstwhile President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo, says the growing number of out-of-school children in the country poses a great security risk for the nation in the future. He said that the over 20 million out of school children in Nigeria are only being prepared for recruitment into Boko Haram and banditry in the next … Read more
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed strong criticism of the current leaders in Nigeria, asserting that many individuals in public office lack the necessary qualities to effectively lead the nation and should be imprisoned or face harsher consequences. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Obasanjo made these remarks at his residence in Abeokuta, Ogun State, during a … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that in a recent interview with the Financial Times, former President Olusegun Obasanjo alleged that sinister forces are undermining the success of the $20 billion Dangote Refinery. Obasanjo suggested that influential figures within Nigeria’s oil and gas sector are actively working to thwart the refinery’s progress due to its threat to their lucrative … Read more
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo clarified that the release of Nnamdi Kanu was not discussed during his meeting with the South East governors in Enugu on Tuesday, July 2. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the meeting which was also attended by Chief Emeka Anyaoku, focused on regional development matters. Obasanjo’s special assistant on media, Kehinde Akinyemi, … Read more
Former President Obasanjo met with South East Governors to advocate for Nnamdi Kanu’s release and established a burial committee for the late Ogbonnaya Onu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday, met with the South East Governors, who have decided to meet with President Bola Tinubu to press for the release of the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the South East Governors hosted former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday, during his solidarity visit. They announced plans to meet with President Bola Tinubu to push for the release of IPOB leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. After a marathon seven-hour meeting, the governors, led by Imo State Governor Senator Hope Uzodinma, … Read more
Top Entertainment Stories Today Featuring Davido, Chioma, Funke Akindele, Wizkid And More Eko Hot Blog reports all the details: Davido and Chioma’s Wedding: Former President Obasanjo and Other Dignitaries Attend Davido and Chioma Rowland’s wedding was graced by numerous high-profile guests, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo. The ceremony, held in a lavish setting, showcased the couple’s … Read more
APC slams Obasanjo over comments on Tinubu’s reforms. Obasanjo claims Tinubu’s policies are necessary but poorly executed. APC accuses Obasanjo of being a serial critic, citing his history of disparaging past leaders. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ruling All Progressives Congress has faulted former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s criticism of the current administration’s handling of … Read more
Obasanjo declares departure from PDP during Osun state event. Commends Governor Adeleke for party unity efforts. Stresses importance of unity for party, state, and country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, reiterated his disengagement from partisan politics, emphasizing that he is no longer affiliated with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). … Read more
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo commissions new building donated by Coleman Wires and Cables Chairman Building to serve as College of Postgraduate Studies at Bells University in Ota, Ogun State Obasanjo, VC Ojediran laud Onafowokan’s generosity, emphasize importance of education and community development Eko Hot Blog reports that former President Olusegun Obasanjo recently commissioned a new … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged state governors who pay pensions to former governors and their deputies to emulate Abia State Governor Alex Otti and put an end to the practice, which he described as “outrageous” and “a daylight robbery.” During a visit to Otti’s country home in Nvosi, Isiala … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that Labour Party’s Presidential Hopeful, Peter Obi a true Nigerian Icon, joyously commemorated the 87th birthday of Nigeria’s Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo. Obi, alongside Obasanjo at his Birthday Thanksgiving Service in OOPL, Abeokuta, hailed him as a devoted patriot dedicated to Nigeria’s growth. Editor’s Pick: [BREAKING] SIM-NIN Linkage: Blocked Lines To … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Minister of Power and Steel during ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo’s tenure, Olu Agunloye, has taken legal recourse by filing a N1 billion lawsuit against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This online media platform reports that the lawsuit is centred around allegations that the EFCC included his name on its … Read more
By Tunde Odesola Guitar Boy, Sir Victor Uwaifo, is dead. But the ‘Mami Water’, which he saw at the Bar Beach and sang about in 1966 when he was just 25 years old, lives on. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How Model Of Aircraft Carrying … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday said there is an urgent need for a law to help check organ harvesting and trafficking in Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How Model Of Aircraft Carrying Wigwe, Wife, Son Crashed Multiple … Read more