Bode George said that Tinubu’s administration in the last 22 days is reasonable and better than his time as Lagos governor. He said he would take permission from the PDP should the President approach him to work together. He, however, expressed confidence that PDP and Atiku Abubakar would emerge victorious at the tribunal. EKO HOT … Read more
The PDP has called 26 witnesses to testify against the APC and INEC in the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal. The party still has 74 more witnesses to call to prove its case. The hearing of the PDP’s petition resumed on Tuesday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate in … Read more
Nyesom Wike claimed he was poisoned in 2018. Atiku’s aide says his health problems are due to alcohol abuse. Wike has not responded to the allegations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communication to Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 PDP presidential candidate, has disputed the claim by Nyesom Wike, … Read more
Seven Imo State PDP Committee members, including the publicity secretary, have resigned and left the party. They accused the candidate of unsuitability and intimidation, citing violence and erosion of democratic values. Their new party affiliation remains undisclosed, emphasizing the need for a more inclusive system. EKO HOT BLOG reports that seven members of the Imo … Read more
By Femi Odere Our attention has been drawn to the press conference addressed by the National Publicity Director of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP), Debo Ologunagba over the weekend. In his characteristic manner of crying wolf when there’s absolutely none during contests for political offices, Ologunagba said attempts are in the works to “intimidate, harass … Read more
Senator Dino Melaye, the PDP candidate in Kogi State, testifies as a key witness in the petition against President Bola Tinubu’s election. Melaye alleges fraudulent computation of results and refusal to sign the final result. He claims that the presidential election results were manipulated and differ from those on the IReV portal. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Former PDP presidential aspirant Oliver Diana reveals that the party has not taken action against Wike due to a desire for peace and avoiding further obstacles. While the PDP has the power to sanction Wike, the focus is on building the party and preparing for future challenges. However, NEC member Timothy Osadolor suggests that Wike … Read more
Officials from INEC testified in court on the petition filed by PDP candidate Atiku Abubakar, challenging the 2023 presidential election results. The witnesses, ad-hoc staff during the election, faced BVAS device issues and discussed INEC’s instruction on result sheet signing. The court will continue to hear the case and rule on objections later. EKO HOT … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for the immediate transfer of governorship election petition tribunals for Ogun and Nasarawa States to Abuja for safety and guarantee of justice. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, made the call at a press briefing on Thursday in Abuja. Ologunagba condemned attacks … Read more
PDP chairman, Ndubisi Nwobu, denies accusing Peter Obi of election rigging and condemns distortion. PDP’s petition targets APC and INEC, not Labour Party or Obi. Nwobu clarifies that Labour Party won, not rigged by Obi. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Anambra State, Chief Ndubisi … Read more
The National Working Committee of the PDP is meeting today The meeting is to discuss various issues, including the removal of subsidy on petrol, reconciliation within the party, and upcoming governorship elections. The committee will be presided over by the acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, and details of the meeting are currently unknown. EKO HOT … Read more
Atiku’s aide mocks Keyamo following the defeat he suffered at the Federal High Court Says Kayamo’s law degree is useless Recall Keyamo had filed a petition to EFCC, CCB, and others to arrest Atiku over a bogus allegation Eko Hot Blog reports that the immediate past Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP) have called upon President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima to publicly declare their assets. PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, highlighted that merely filling out asset declaration forms and submitting them to the Code of Conduct Bureau, as required by law, was not … Read more
The leader of the Labour Party (LP) in Bauchi State praises the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the mistake that caused Peter Obi to leave the party. The LP leader suggests that if PDP hadn’t let Peter Obi go, certain elected officials would not have happened. Peter Obi joined LP and ran for the 2023 … Read more
Atiku Abubakar declares PDP a “government-in-waiting,” urging members to stay hopeful. He emphasizes unity among PDP lawmakers and their role as an effective opposition. Atiku prepares them for a potential majority role while awaiting resolution of electoral disputes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar … Read more
Former Vice President Abubakar Atiku in a sit-down with PDP lawmakers-elect in Bauchi, has assured supporters of a promising future. In his address, he encouraged party members to remain hopeful while awaiting the resolution of the dispute at the presidential election petition tribunal. Speaking to the lawmakers-elect, Atiku urged them not to be tempted to … Read more
The former Rivers Governor has debunked rumours of planning a potential move to APC. Wike, along with Seyi Makinde and James Ibori, met with Tinubu to offer him support days after his Inauguration. The meeting brought about speculations of a possible deflection. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the immediate past Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom … Read more
A Benue Court has passed judgement on Ayu’s removal as PDP chairman. Ayu was previously suspended in by his Nyorov council ward exco in March. The ward exco had also accused Ayu of anti-party activities after which they passed a vote of no confidence on him. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the a Benue State … Read more
Bode George has been a known and persistent critic of President Tinubu for many years. During the presidential campaign, he said he would leave Nigeria if the president won the February 25 presidential election. However, the PDP chieftain has changed his tune since the president won the election. Eko Hot Blog reports that Bode George, … Read more
The Lagos APC refutes the claims made by the PDP that Sanwo-Olu’s first term. APC highlights the governor’s achievements in various sectors and emphasizes the overwhelming support he received. The party dismisses PDP’s criticism and asserts that Sanwo-Olu’s T.H.E.M.E.S. agenda has delivered significant progress for the people of Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more