Agbo Ochekpe, the Permanent Secretary in the Benue State Ministry of Education and Knowledge Management, has resigned following controversy surrounding an introductory letter he issued for an admission seeker at the University of Kinshasa, Congo. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Ochekpe had issued the letter at the request of a pastor who claimed to be … Read more
The Anambra State Government announced on Sunday that it would take necessary actions to address a recent altercation between the Permanent Secretary of the state Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Mrs. Chinwe Achugbu, and an unidentified female Head of Department within the ministry. Mrs. Achugbu, recently appointed as a permanent secretary by Governor … Read more
Health Ministry Permanent Secretary unveiled the aims of national meeting on research development. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Daju Kachollom S., says the National Strategic Meeting on Health Research Development was aimed at enhancing research and developing innovative solutions for healthcare challenges in Nigeria. EDITOR’S … Read more
President Tinubu has appointed a new head of service. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, as Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. EDITOR’S PICKS How Lagos Can Reap Economic, Medical Benefits From India – Sanwo-Olu US Election: Donald Trump Announces Long-awaited VP … Read more
Ambassador Ibrahim Lamuwa, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, suspended over s*xual harassment allegations. A committee has been set up by the Head of Service to investigate the matter; Lamuwa will remain suspended pending the probe’s outcome. The allegations were reported by staff member Simisola Ajayi through a petition detailing multiple instances of … Read more
Former Kwara State Deputy Governor, Peter Kisira, passes away at 74. Kisira served under Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed from 2011 to 2019. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq expresses condolences, praises Kisira’s public service legacy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Former Deputy Governor of Kwara State, Peter Kisira, has passed away at the age of 74. Kisira, who served … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a drive to enhance productivity and service delivery, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Lands Bureau, Mr. Kamar Olowoshago, has urged staff members to foster teamwork and show unwavering commitment to their duties. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of Block … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Office of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), led by the Special Adviser to the Governor on SDGs, Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih, and the Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Tolani Oshodi, paid a courtesy visit to the Consular General of the Netherlands, Mr. Micheal Deepen, to deepen partnership on Sustainable City and Community. Editor’s … Read more
Reps demands Health Ministry officials’ appearance in 72 hours over $300m malaria fund misuse. Threatens arrest for Permanent Secretary’s absence; accuses of excluding local manufacturers in contracts. Committee vows to defend against malaria epidemic, ready to compel attendance if needed. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Malaria, HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis, on … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has appointed Alhaji Aliyu Shehu Shinkafi from Zamfara State as the new Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation. Upon assuming office in Abuja, Alhaji Shinkafi urged the ministry’s staff to commit themselves to productivity for national development. He expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the posting and redeployment of twenty-four permanent secretaries across various Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the federal government. This online media platform understands the posting and redeployments affect some incumbent permanent secretaries, while the President also approved the distribution of new portfolios to five of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of eight new Permanent Secretaries in the Federal Civil Service. This follows the recently concluded selection process by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. This was made known in a statement on Friday by the Special … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Mr. Maroof Musa has assumed duty as the new Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation. The development was announced in a statement issued by Mrs. Bolanle Ogunlola, Director of Public Affairs, Ministry of Transportation, Lagos, on Monday. Musa, a former general manager of the Lagos State Traffic … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has explained how it is embracing digital transformation to improve health services for its residents. According to a statement issued by the state government on Saturday, the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Health, Dr. Olusegun Ogboye gave the explanation recently at the 3rd Africa Digital … Read more
The Lagos government wants mutual respect between the Nigerian Police and the Youth. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has called on members of the Nigeria Police Force and the Youths in the state to extend mutual respect to themselves in all interactions. EDITOR’S PICKS Skiing Goes Wrong As Jet Ski Rider … Read more
Skiing went wrong for a jet ski rider as he drowned in the Lekki-Ikoyi Inland Waterways. Eko Hot Blog reports that tragedy struck on Wednesday evening when a yet-to-be-identified adult male, drowned while riding on a jet ski on Lekki-Ikoyi inland waterways, Lagos Island, Lagos State. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt Seeks Mutual Respect Between Nigerian … Read more
Adeleke has reversed the increased Osun Polytechnic tuition fees. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the students of Osun State Polytechnic Iree were in jubilation mode on Friday after Governor Ademola Adeleke approved the reversal of the State Polytechnic tuition fees to the initial amount. The reversal was approved after the student union leaders of the … Read more
Lagos has granted 200 residents free eye surgery. Eko Hot Blog reports that no fewer than 200 Lagos residents from Epe and Badagry divisions of Lagos have benefitted from a free eye surgical expedition programme sponsored by the Lagos State Government as part of efforts to reduce blinding eye conditions amongst residents. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos … Read more
Lagos State Government paid insurance benefits to families of state civil service workers who died in the course of their duty to fulfill parts of its commitment to staff welfare. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has paid N538, 964, 241: 59 Million as insurance benefits to 250 beneficiaries of 102 deceased staff … Read more
Concerned about the high unemployment rate, the Federal Government said over the weekend that it is establishing job centers in each of Nigeria’s 774 local government areas and enhancing the Nigerian Electronic Labour Exchange to better connect job seekers with employers. Eko Hot Blog reports that in order to assist those who have not been … Read more