Peter Obi’s petition challenging the outcome of the presidential election has been adjourned. Obi’s legal team cited the unexpected development as the reason for their inability to present vital documents supporting their claim of election rigging. The court has granted the adjournment while Obi’s team assures their presence and determination to proceed with the case. … Read more
A member of the PDP’s National Executive Committee claimed that Wike is no longer a member of the party due to his conduct before, during, and after the 2023 general elections. The PDP leadership has decided to isolate Wike and make him inconsequential in the party’s affairs. However, a chieftain of the PDP stated that … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), Mr Atiku Abubalar, opened their case at the Presidential Election Petition Court, (PEPC) by tendering documents to support their petition. EDITOR’S PICKS From Interim Gov To Arrest: Hit And Miss Prophecies On Tinubu’s Inauguration Tenure Over: Buhari Leaves Abuja, Heads For … Read more
Dokpesi is renowned for creating the first private radio station in Nigeria. Besides his influence in the media industry, he was influential in politics. He was a chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Eko Hot Blog reports that the founder of DAAR Communications, owners of AIT and Raypower FM, Raymond Dokpesi, died on Monday, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President-elect Bola Tinubu has arrived the Eagle Square, the venue of his inauguration as the 16th president of Nigeria. Tinubu, who arrived the venue around 9:45am, five minutes ahead of schedule, was spotted wearing a white attire and a green cap designed with his signature style. Earlier, Vice President-elect Kashim … Read more
The Eagle Square, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria, is set to host the inauguration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the 16th President of Nigeria. Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima will also take his oath of office at the same venue. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Stand Ready To Dedicate My Entire Being To Serving You’ — Tinubu Promises … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Supreme Court has delivered judgement in the suit seeking the disqualification of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as presidential and vice-presidential candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had claimed that Shettima’s nomination as Tinubu’s running mate was in breach of the provisions of sections … Read more
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has fixed May 26 as the date for delivering judgment in the PDP’s suit seeking the disqualification of Tinubu and Vice Kassim Shettima. The judgment will determine whether Shettima’s candidacy will be upheld or invalidated, potentially affecting Tinubu’s inauguration as president. The case revolves around the allegation of double nomination … Read more
Atiku’s lawyer, Eyitayo Jegede has reacted to the court decision to overrule the request for a live-broadcast of the Tribunal petition. The tribunal panel stated that the application lacked merit and that no existing regulatory framework or policy supported such a request. In response to the tribunal’s ruling, Eyitayo Jegede (SAN), who stands as Atiku’s … Read more
Atiku is at the tribunal to argue he won the 2023 presidential election. He had requested a live broadcast of the proceedings. The tribunal considered the request and delivered its verdict. Eko Hot Blog reports that the presidential election petition tribunal has refused a request for live broadcast of its proceedings. A five-member panel of … Read more
Wike has advised the National Assembly aspirants to accept APC and Tinubu’s decision to enable efficient governance. He also calls for Nigerians with the capacity to help deliver progress to be given leadership positions. The governor cites the negative impact of a lack of cooperation between legislative and executive branches on the performance of … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE There is an unraveling mystery about the Nigerian press. The custodian of this value is clearly misunderstood and misused in opportunities. EDITOR’S PICKS Call For mercy: Omokri Urges Buhari To Intervene In Ekweremadu’s Case NEDC: Buhari Urges Senate to Confirm 12 Nominees for Governing Board All Nigerians Stranded In Sudan Are Now … Read more
The PDP challenges claims made by Abia Governor-elect, Alex Otti regarding the Kano Court ruling which sacked him. The court nullified the candidature of all Labour Party candidates in Abia and Kano states. The PDP is exploring legal options to recover its mandate despite denying involvement in the case. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Peoples … Read more
Fani-Kayode has criticized Atiku and Peter Obi for their comments on the phone conversation between Antony Bliken and Bola Tinubu. The PDP and LP presidential candidates berated the US government for having a conversation with Tinubu. Fani-Kayode advised Atiku and Obi to stop lamenting about the call and move on. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
The PEPC has again adjourned Atiku’s petition challenging Tinubu’s victory. The hearing has been rescheduled to Friday. Justice Haruna Tsammani adjourned the case in order to hear more pre-hearing testimony on the petition. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential Election Petition Court, PEPC, sitting in Abuja has further adjourned the petition of the candidate … Read more
The APC has opposed PDP’s request for a live broadcast of proceedings at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal. Atiku and LP’s Peter Obi both filed applications for televised tribunal proceedings which the APC urged the court to dismiss. APC argued that live broadcasting will be unnecessary, subject witnesses to undue censure, and may cause tension … Read more
PDP has dismissed reports of Adamawa SSG’s suspension. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Adamawa State has denied suspending Bashiru Ahmad, the Secretary to the State Government from its stakeholders forum in Yola North. The chairman of the forum, Muhammadu Kawu Wandala made this known in a statement on Wednesday … Read more
The challenge of the 2023 Presidential Election outcome at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal (PEPT) by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and its standard bearer, Atiku Abubakar, has sparked up a debate on live broadcasting of the proceedings. In a motion on notice filed by their team of lawyers, the PDP and Atiku are requesting … Read more
Tinubu and Kwankwaso were on opposite sides in the February 25 presidential election. While the former emerged victorious according to figures released by the electoral commission, the latter was far behind. There are now indications that both politicians may work together in the future. Eko Hot Blog reports that President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the … Read more
The women’s wing of Nasarawa State PDP has just concluded a three-day period of prayer and fasting. They seek God’s intervention in the allegedly rigged gubernatorial election case pending at the tribunal, to ensure that David Mathics Ombugadu receives his mandate. The prayer gathering comprised individuals from diverse religious backgrounds, including Muslims, Christians, traditionalists, and … Read more