Wike met with PDP allies in Abuja amid debates on his party standing. PDP clarified no sanctions have been taken due to lack of petitions. The meeting intensifies speculation over Wike’s influence in the opposition part Close allies of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, met at his official residence in Abuja … Read more
The G5 faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), spearheaded by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, convened a critical meeting in Abuja on Friday. This influential group includes notable figures such as Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and former governors Samuel Ortom of Benue, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu, and Okezie Ikpeazu … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is moving against alleged anti-party activities, with a focus on Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike and several former governors. The PDP’s National Disciplinary Committee, led by ex-Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Ikimi, has launched an investigation based on reports from the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). EDITOR’S PICKS I’ll Support … Read more
EFCC initiates investigation into former Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu’s tenure Probe follows findings from forensic audit commissioned by current Governor Alex Otti Investigation covers allegations of fund misappropriation, procurement law violations, and diversion of funds for non-existent projects EKO HOT BLOG reports the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has initiated an investigation into the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Integrity Group also known as the G-5 on Thursday celebrated over the outcome of the party’s National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, ex-governor Samuel Ortom, ex-Abia State governor … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that former Governor of Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu, has refuted claims made by his successor, Alex Otti, regarding the existence of debts left behind by his administration. Ikpeazu dismissed Otti’s assertion that there were no cash or assets left for the new administration, affirming that he left N6 billion in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Doctors in Abia State on Friday suspended their indefinite strike declared during the immediate-past administration of Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu. The suspension was contained in a communique issued at the end of an emergency general meeting of the Nigeria Medical Association, NMA, held Friday in Umuahia. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper … Read more
Abia State Government has announced a new retirement age for teachers. The age of retirement was increased from 60 to 65 years, while the years of service required were raised from 35 to 40 years. The government has also approved a 2,000 housing units scheme for them to meet their housing needs. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Governor Ikpeazu has set up a transition committee to ensure a seamless transfer of power. The committee is to be chaired by Chris Ezem, Secretary to the State Government. The members of the committee will be sworn- in on Wednesday EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, has appointed a transition … Read more
Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, has acknowledged that the Peter Obi factor played a major role in the 2023 elections. According to him, emotional and frustrated voters backed Peter Obi’s cultic image over established political parties. However, Governor Ikpeazu warned that politicians who rode on Peter Obi’s wave should prepare for scrutiny and questions from … Read more
Alex Otti has received his certificate of return as the Governor-elect of Abia State. He promises not to betray the confidence of Abia voters and calls for unity among fellow contestants. Otti urged anyone with looted funds belonging to Abia to return them immediately to prevent further poverty in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
PDP has rejected Alex Otti’s victory. INEC had declared Otti of the Labour Party as the winner of the Abia State gubernatorial election. He polled 175, 467, while Ahiwe scored 88,529. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Abia State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Working Committee and the enlarged State Executive Committee on … Read more
Wike has dropped a fresh update on the preferred presidential candidate to support. Wike has hinted that talks with his political allies on the presidential candidate to support will soon be concluded. The governor explained that Rivers people have been duly sensitised and told to vote for the PDP governorship candidate. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Okezie Ikpeazu has revealed why G-5 governors are against Atiku and Ayu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, has said the decision not to support the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, is simply an agitation for inclusiveness, fairness, and equity by the group … Read more
Wike, Makinde, Ortom, Others Shun PDP Campaign Inauguration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Governors in the camp of Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike on Wednesday boycotted the official inauguration of the party’s Presidential Campaign Council. The Governors include Samuel Ortom of Benue State; Seyi Makinde of Oyo State; Ifeanyi … Read more
2023: More Details Of Tinubu’s Pact With Wike Revealed EKO HOT BLOG reports that there are indications that Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, may remain in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) but work for the emergence of the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu contrary to speculations that the … Read more
Peter Obi Met with Gov Wike, Mimiko and Others In Rivers state amidst defection rumours. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential flagbearer of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, Monday night, visited Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, at his private residence in Port Harcourt, the state capital. The closed-door meeting lasted for a few … Read more
Powerful Southeast PDP Gov, Obi Meets Behind Closed Doors. The presidential hopeful confirmed the development through a post shared on his Facebook page, on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: UN Sends Strong Warning To Buhari, Orders Immediately Release Of Nnamdi Kanu [Full Details] JUST IN: Tinubu Speaks On Hiring Of Fake Catholic Priests At Shettima’s … Read more
Ayu welcomed Jandor and his supporters to the party, adding that he was hopeful of victory at the polls.” EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, Six PDP governors, alongside party stalwarts from across the country, on Friday, jointly endorsed Dr. Abdul-Azeez Adediran aka ‘Jandor’ as an aspirant … Read more
Governor Okezie Ikpeazu visited Muhammadu Buhari in in Aso Rock on Thursday Abia State government has explains why Governor Okezie Ikpeazu visited President Muhammadu Buhari. EKO HOT BLOG reports that contrary to speculations that the governor went to discuss likely defection to the President’s party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), the state government said the … Read more