Tinubu has revealed the details of his meeting with Governor Wike in Port Harcourt. Tinubu praised Wike for his “commitment” to the unity of Nigeria. Tinubu stated that he joined the 2023 presidential race to lead Nigeria on the philosophy which Governor Wike has consistently advocated. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential flagbearer of … Read more
The PDP Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) cancelled its rally in Rivers State due to a lack of supporters, according to Wike. The River state gov stated that the decision was expected since the PCC members lack the political clout to mobilize a sufficient number of supporters. Wike refuted the claim that the rally was put … Read more
Fani-Kayode has been invited by the DSS over a coup allegation. He was reportedly summoned on Monday morning. FFK confirmed the invitation with a tweet via his verified Twitter handle. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the spokesperson for the Bola Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Council, Femi Fani-Kayode, has been summoned by the Department of State Services (DSS) … Read more
Atiku Abubakar pledges $10 billion to support Southeastern businesses. PDP aims to halt Southeastern suffering and restore Igbo dignity. Notable figures attended the rally, including PDP National Chairman. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to allocate a $10 billion fund to support businesses in the … Read more
Atiku has pledged to liberate IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, if he emerges president in 2023. Senator Wabara revealed this on Saturday during the party’s presidential campaign rally in Umuahia. He said that Kanu would be released within the first one hundred days of Atiku’s administration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential flagbearer of the … Read more
Wike has debunked rumours of sending assassins against Sekibo. The Rivers governor stated categorically that he has never sponsored assassins against anyone. Wike also said victims of such attacks should report directly to the Police so that due process can be carried out. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has … Read more
Nigerian Military has denied an alleged alliance with PDP and Atiku. Fani-Kayode previously claimed that top military personnel met with Atiku. The military, however, debunked Fani-Kayode’s claims. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Armed Forces of Nigeria has reacted to an allegation that some of its officers have an alliance with a presidential candidate to … Read more
Fayose and others have reacted to the expulsion from PDP over party activities. The candidates described the explosion by the PDP as inconsequential action. According to the candidates, the NWC lacked the power to carry out such action. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Assembly candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti … Read more
Last month, the PDP suspended Nnamani and eight other members of the party. The party accused them of engaging in anti-party activities. Nnamani is backing the presidential candidate of the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) against his party’s standard bearer. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expelled former Enugu State … Read more
PDP has postponed its presidential rally in Rivers. The rally was scheduled to hold on 11th February but will hold on 14th. The Campo spokesman stated that the new venue will be disclosed very soon. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the postponement of the Atiku/Okowa presidential campaign rally … Read more
Atiku’s campaign DG has escaped an assassination attempt in Rivers State. The gunmen stormed the venue of a proposed presidential rally of the party and started shooting sporadically. Confirming the incident, Sekibo said his car was riddled with bullets. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Abiye Sekibo, the Director-General of the Peoples Democratic Party Presidential … Read more
Over 11 Commissioners have reportedly dumped PDP to join the ruling party in Taraba. Tinubu is expected to hold his rally in the state very soon. The defecting commissioners would be received into the APC by President Buhari. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Taraba State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has witnessed … Read more
There were reports in some media earlier on Thursday that the Sokoto deputy governor had left the PDP. A viral letter purportedly addressed to a PDP ward chairman started the false reports. However, the Sokoto deputy governor has dissociated himself from the letter. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Sokoto State Governor, Manir Muhammad Dan … Read more
The Yar’adua Political family has declared support for Atiku. Tinubu visited Katsina state just a few days before the announcement. According to the group, the decision was taken for the growth and development of the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has received support from members of the Yar’adua political … Read more
A community in Delta state has rejected the campaign entourage of the PDP Presidential candidate. Residents of the community blocked routes to stop the campaign teams from coming in. According to a resident, the PDP reportedly neglected their needs for the past years. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the campaign entourage of the Peoples Democratic … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE To start with, election candidacy ought not to be an impromptu decision. For inspiration, we may have to turn to the Western civilization for succour. After all, our social structures and institutions are patterned after theirs. EDITOR’S PICKS “He’s The Next President Of Nigeria” – Buhari Campaigns With Tinubu In Nasarawa Why … Read more
Ayu has revealed that one of the G-5 Governors will soon return to the PDP. Ayu spoke at the PDP Presidential Campaign rally in Benue. According to him, the Benue governor has ‘nowhere’ to go but return to the PDP. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator … Read more
Tinubu has disagreed with the latest survey carried out by Nextier which projected Peter Obi’s victory in the 2023 election. Tinubu’s reaction was contained in a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, his campaign’s Director of Media and Publicity. While describing the organisers of the poll as “jesters”, Onanuga declared that Obi “is not a major contender … Read more
Senator Ekwunife has debunked endorsing Peter Obi, citing a “lack of structure and capacity”. Ekwunife in a statement on Sunday acknowledged Peter Obi as her elder brother and leader but stated that their political aspiration differs. She reiterated her commitment to PDP, stressing she would not work against the party for any reason. EKO HOT … Read more
The two “brothers”, Keyamo and Dogara, put their friendship aside for a while on Sunday as they publicly insulted each other. Dogara had described President Muhammadu Buhari’s endorsement of Tinubu as a joke. Keyamo took offence with the comment and insulted the former House speaker. Eko Hot Blog reports that the spokesperson of the All … Read more