The All Progressives Congress has issued a statement to the Labour Party presidential candidate against inciting Nigerians with his denial of Bola Tinubu’s victory in the February polls. The party’s presidential campaign council hugely criticized the actions of the former Anambra State governor. According to Onanuga, Peter Obi’s statements on national television are “profoundly misleading, … Read more
Peter Obi has revealed what he would do if invited to join Tinubu’s government. When asked what he would do if he was called upon to be a member of Tinubu’s Government of National Unity. Obi stated that he has no intention of joining Bola Tinubu’s Government of National Unity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Peter Obi has expressed confidence in the election petitions Tribunal to deliver Justice. The LP candidate said he had no reason to doubt the court. Obi stated this during a live appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Thursday morning. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has … Read more
The Labour Party governorship candidate in Kwara had endorsed his PDP counterpart on Monday. His party disagreed with the decision, saying he made it singlehandedly. The Labour Party, therefore, suspended the candidate. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Labour Party (LP) in Kwara State has suspended the governorship candidate of the party in the state, … Read more
LP has spoken on allegedly recruiting Igbo lawyer to defend Peter Obi at tribunal. The Campign Council debunked the rumours, stating that lawyers are present from different ethnic groups. He also stated that the initial list that generated the controversy was incomplete. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council (LP PCC) … Read more
The Internet never forgets, and now they have come for Nigerian socialite, Cubana Chief Priest over his political stance in the Lagos State elections. The celebrity had previously supported the Labour Party to win the Presidential elections, however prior to the gubernatorial polls and after the defeat of Peter Obi in the presidential polls, Cubana … Read more
Peter Obi has reacted to the death of Archbishop Anikwenwa. The LP candidate described his death as a loss in all ramifications. Anikwenwa passed on Monday at the age of 83. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has expressed sadness over the death of the … Read more
INEC declared APC’s Tinubu winner of the 2023 presidential election in the early hours of Wednesday, March 1. Peter Obi of the Labour Party swiftly rejected the outcome, claiming he won the poll. He recently said that he won in Rivers State although INEC declared APC the winner in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
Timi Frank has accused the Labour Party presidential candidate of being an unwitting pawn in Wike’s political game. He said Wike’s actions are what he considers capable of igniting a crisis between the North and South of Nigeria. As seen recently, the Rivers State governor went on a tirade on Atiku after losing out in … Read more
INEC has finally granted Peter Obi’s legal team access to inspect BVAS following pressure. The approval by the electoral umpire comes following the threats by the LP to mobilize for a nationwide protest. Tanko Yunusa, the spokesperson for the Labour Party presidential campaign council, confirmed the development to journalists. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
Labour Party legal representatives are currently in a meeting with INEC. The meeting is being held at the commission’s national headquarters. Dr. Livy Uzoukwu led the 60 lawyers, and he is expected to brief journalists after the meeting. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the legal team of the Labour Party is currently in a meeting … Read more
By Aminu Wada The upcoming gubernatorial elections in the Southeastern states of Nigeria have ignited a tumultuous atmosphere of anxiety and apprehension, particularly for incumbent governors aspiring to secure another term in office or maneuvering their chosen heirs into positions of power. This anxiety stems from the recent unexpected success of the Labour Party (LP) … Read more
By Philip Ibitoye On Saturday February 25th, 2023, Lagosians, alongside their fellow countrymen and women, flocked to the polls in the hopes of appointing their next president. Bola Tinubu, the perceived invincible don of Lagos politics and candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC), was widely anticipated to triumph in the Centre of Excellence. However, … Read more
An aide has revealed why Ortom lost his Senatorial bid. According to the aide, Ortom’s alliance with Obi was the reason for this failure. Recall that Ortom endorsed Peter Obi as his preferred presidential candidate. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Terver Akase, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, … Read more
Peter Obi has reacted to the recent attack on Kaduna community. The LP candidate described it as shocking and saddening. Speaking on the situation, he stated that the ultimate goal of any government, is to protect the people. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has condemned the terrorist attack … Read more
Peter Obi has urged the security agents to urgently intervene in the Kaduna killings. Obi, in a statement on Sunday, said high casualties were recorded in the attack. Obi expressed that he always feels a sense of sadness when he hears news about violence and terrorist attacks occurring in any region of Nigeria. EKO HOT … Read more
NADECO group has adviced Peter Obi and Atiku to accept defeat and move forward. The group described Tinubu’s Victory as the best thing that happened to Nigeria. Hailing the President-elect, the group described him as a patriotic leader. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) Renewal Group has warned political parties against … Read more
Peter Obi visited Anambra ahead of Guber elections. According to the former state governor he came by for a private visit and stopped by the market. Peter Obi also thanked the people for the warm welcome. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi on Saturday stormed Anambra State ahead … Read more
LP has given INEC a 3-day ultimatum to obey court order on BVAS Inspection. A spokesman of the LP stated in an interview, that the commission has decided to go against the court order. Recall that the court earlier granted LP permission to inspect the BVAS machines before reconfiguration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
INEC has revealed why political parties are barred from witnessing BVAS reconfiguration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained why it can’t allow political parties to witness the backup or reconfiguration of the bimodal voter accreditation system (BVAS) machines. The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi … Read more