Ezekwesili Blasts Tinubu, IG for Failing to Address Root Causes of Food Stampedes

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

Handcuffing Dele Farotimi to Court Exposes Judicial Misconduct, Trust Issues – Ezekwesili

Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has condemned the use of handcuffs on human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi during his appearance at the Ekiti State High Court. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Farotimi’s arrest stemmed from a defamation lawsuit filed by Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Afe Babalola. The lawsuit alleged defamation in Farotimi’s book, Nigeria … Read more

7 Powerful Nigerian Women Who Paved The Way In Politics

Activist Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti

Introduction: Celebrating the Trailblazers Nigeria, a country renowned for its vibrant culture and rich history, is also home to extraordinary women who have made significant contributions to the realm of politics. Despite facing numerous challenges and societal norms, these trailblazers have shattered barriers, leaving an indelible mark on Nigerian politics. In this article, we will … Read more

IPOB Or Nigeria — Buhari Media Questions Ezekwesili’s Loyalties

IPOB Or Nigeria -- Buhari Media Questions Ezekwesili's Loyalties

The Buhari Media Organization has risen to question the loyalties of former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili. The Organization stands to believe the former Minister’s loyalties should be tested to verify if she stands for Nigeria or for the IPOB. This is in reaction to Ezekwesili’s consistent criticism on the President. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

Peter Obi Attends Symposium Marking Oby Ezekwesili’s 60th Diamond Birthday (Photos)

Peter Obi

Peter Obi attender Oby Ezekwesili’s 60th Diamond birthday symposium in Abuja. He praised Ezekwesili’s commitment to core values and good governance. Obi also wishes Ezekwesili more healthy and happy years. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, was among the guests at the … Read more

DSS Arrests UK-Based Pastor Over Political Prophecy: Former Minister Demands Answers

Tomi Arayomi

DSS allegedly arrested UK-based Apostle Tomi Arayomi, his wife, and personal assistant for political prophecies he made. Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili has queried the DSS about the offense of the pastor that led to his arrest. The pastor has since been released after his detention. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Minister of … Read more

N77 Trillion Debt: Buhari’s Government And The 2023 ‘Budget Of Deficit’

By Praise Ben With a flourish of his pen, President Muhammadu Buhari etched his signature onto the eighth and final appropriation bill presented to him by his government. The bill, however, had not come without controversy, as the National Assembly had sent him estimates that were deemed ‘unreconciled’ and ‘spurious.’ But undeterred by the strife, … Read more

Former Minister Of Education Endorses Peter Obi For Presidential Election

Minister Of Education Endorses Peter Obi

Former Minister Of Education Endorses Peter Obi For Presidential Election EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former Minister of Education Oby Ezekwesili has rated Labour Party (LP)’s Peter Obi higher than other leading presidential candidates for the 2023 election. While featuring as a guest on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Ezekwesili said the former Anambra governor … Read more

“Drug barons now see politics as easy way” – Soludo

Party Strengths

“Drug barons now see politics as easy way” – Soludo EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor-elect of Anambra State, Charles Soludo, on Saturday said politics has become a big business in Nigeria, adding that many drug barons and internet fraudsters have flocked into politics to avoid being arrested. Soludo, an ex-governor of the Central Bank … Read more

Soludo Names Ezekwesili Head Of Anambra Transition Committee

Soludo

Soludo, a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, won the November 6, 2021 gubernatorial election in Anambra State…  EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Anambra State Governor-elect, Charles Soludo, has appointed former Minister of Education, Obiageli Ezekwesili, as the head of his transition team. Soludo, who is expected to be inaugurated in March … Read more

By Siding With Pantami, Buhari Has Shown Stance On Terrorism – Ezekwesili

Soludo

President Buhari had on Thursday expressed support for Pantami amid calls for his resignation Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has reacted to President Muhammadu Buhari’s support for the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami amid calls for his resignation following pro-Taliban comments, although now recanted, credited to him. Ezekwesili, in a series … Read more

Opinion: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Oby Ezekwesili, Aisha Yesufu: These Southern Women

Each one of them has a specific identification that augments their uniqueness, character, strength of will, decency, and determination to who they are and what they stand for. Read Also: Emilia Asim-Ita: A Life of Great Impact The first woman, first African to become the Director General of World Trade organization has a peculiar, consistent … Read more

Oby Ezekwesili Makes Bold Statement Ahead Of Tommorow’s Lekki Toll Gate Protest

Soludo

“All these threatenings flying around from public officials in State and Federal governments in Lagos and Abuja! All because young Nigerians want to protest double injustice and #OccupyLekkiTollGate? You May Also Like: #DefendLagos, #OccupyLekkiTollGate Campaigners Clash Over Planned Protest Public Analyst Oby Ezekwesili, has made a bold statement on how Powerful Nigerians are ahead of … Read more

Nigerians Resume Calls For Leah Sharibu’s Rescue After Katsina Schoolboys’ Release

Nigerians Resume Calls For Leah Sharibu's Rescue After Katsina Schoolboys' Release

Reactions have begun trailing the release of the over 300 abducted schoolboys from Government Science Secondary School in Kankara, Katsina State barely 24 hours after the students regained their freedom. The students were forcefully taken from their school dormitory last week by armed bandits terrorising Northwest states, including Katsina. However, Nigerians have begun calling on … Read more

#EndSARS: Oby Ezekwesili Tackles Buhari Over Silence Amid Nationwide Protest

President Muhammadu Buhari APC

Oby Ezekwesili, a former minister of Education, has bemoaned what she perceived to be President Muhammadu Buhari’s indifference and aloofness to the pervasive public agitation in the country. The protests calling for the dissolution of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, unit of the police have intensified despite government’s announcement of the disbandment of the operation. … Read more

COVID-19: Oby Ezekwesili Goes Hard China, Tasks Asian Country To Write Off Africa’s Debt

Former Vice President for the Africa region at the World Bank, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili has come hard on China for failing to act responsibly in the wake of the Coronavirus outbreak, stressing that the Asian country should atone for this irresponsibility by writing off the debt African countries are owing. In an op-ed first published … Read more

Xenophobic Attacks: Ezekwesili Replies Presidency

-Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili said that she needed no one to decide for her where to travel to. The Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, was criticized for her decision to attend World Economic Forum(WEF) in South Africa despite Nigerian government’s withdrawal from the event. The Nigerian Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo was to … Read more

Ekwesili Blasts Buhari, Says ‘Nigeria Is Not Being Governed’

Former presidential candidate, Oby Ezekwesili, has again attacked President Muhammadu Buhari, saying that becoming President was his “one and only outcome”. Ezekwesili said this on Tuesday in series of posts on her Twitter page while lamenting about state of the nation. The former minister said the current state of Nigeria shows the country is not … Read more