State restates its commitment to legal reforms Calls for fair and accessible justice system Promises support for law officers and judiciary The Ondo State Government has once again assured residents of its dedication to strengthening justice sector reforms in the state. According to Eko Hot Blog, the state government emphasized that its goal is to … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the much-anticipated Youth Conference 2024 is set to bring together young minds, policymakers, and thought leaders under the theme “One World, One Future: Leveraging Diversity for Self-Sustaining Success.” The week-long event, coming up between 9th to 15th of December 2024,at the Epe local government secretariat, promises a blend of inspiration, skill-building, and … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Epe Local Government under the leadership of Hon Princess Surah Animashaun, recently played host to the Lagos State Social Protection IBILE Awareness Campaign as part of efforts to inform residents about the government’s programmes to support vulnerable people. The event, held on November 28, 2024, at the Epe local Government Secretariat, was … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, has been named the Outstanding Policy Maker of the Year 2024 at the Democracy Heroes Award Africa. The award ceremony, held at the Congress Hall of the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, attracted top government officials, state governors, and business leaders. EDITOR’S … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, representing Lagos East Senatorial District, has been named the ‘Outstanding Policy Maker of the Year 2024,’ an award recognizing his transformative contributions through grassroots programs and impactful policy developments that have significantly benefited his constituents and Lagos State at large. As a former banker and politician with … Read more
The Federal Government set up the committee on Monday. Dr. Alausa said it was time to “cut down on quackery”. He also gave Terms of Reference to the committee. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, has stated the rationale behind the inauguration of the … Read more
Indonesia considers offering dual citizenship to attract skilled workers. Currently, Indonesian law does not recognize dual citizenship for adults. Microsoft CEO pledges $1.7 billion investment in Indonesia amid discussions on dual citizenship. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Indonesia is considering offering dual citizenship to individuals of Indonesian descent as a means to attract … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has received the much-anticipated ‘Quick Win Report’ from the Committee tasked with enhancing the nation’s revenue generation and business environment. The President’s reception of the report took place in Abuja on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Fani-Kayode Demands Arrest Of Sheikh Ahmad Gumi Over Controversial Comments On Christians China … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced its intention to increase the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 18.75 per cent. The Acting CBN Governor, Folashodun Shonubi made the disclosure while reading the communiqué of the fourth MPC meeting of the year … Read more
The IMF supports Nigeria’s central bank’s policy to unify exchange rates, allowing market forces to determine the rate. The new policy ensures that certain requests will still be processed through the Investors and Exporters (I&E) window. All forms of exchange rate segmentation are abolished, and the “Willing Buyer, Willing Seller” model will be reintroduced at … Read more
APC governors has declared support for subsidy removal policy The governors also called on other citizens of the country to rally round and support the decision. However Uzodimma raised concern about the increase of Petrol price after Tinubu’s inauguration speech. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governors elected on the platform of the ruling All Progressives … Read more
Fr Mbaka has reacted to the Naira policy and its recent development. The cleric asked Buhari to reverse the policy or face God’s wrath. Mbaka also stated that the people may rise against the government if an urgent step is not taken. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry Enugu (AMEN), … Read more
CBN has provided fresh information on the Cash withdrawal limits. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said the new cash withdrawal limits was a continuation of the cashless policy launched in 2012. The Deputy Governor of Financial System Stability, CBN, Aisha Ahmad, made this known while appearing before the House … Read more
The CBN has revised the cash withdrawal limit. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revised the cash withdrawal limit earlier announced this month. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigerians To Monitor Capital Projects In Real-time As Buhari Launches Eyemark App 2023: “Cross River Will Play Leading Role In Our Economic Uplift” – … Read more
State Governors have rejected the withdrawal limit policy by the CBN. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) has rejected the N100,000 cash limit recently imposed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), stressing that the policy will hurt the economy and Nigerians living in rural areas. The forum, after its meeting … Read more
Falana has tackled CBN over the cash withdrawal limit policy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has tackled the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), saying the bank’s recent reintroduction of the cash withdrawal limit is illegal. The human rights lawyer argued that the policy was illegal because the … Read more
Hundreds of students of Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, on Tuesday, protested the purported school administration’s “no fees, no exam” policy by taking to the streets. Eko Hot Blog reports that they were singing and demanding that the university reverse its decision, and the students marched out of the Mile 3 neighborhood campus. EDITOR’S PICK … Read more
Measures have began to curb s3xual harassment in tertiary institutions EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos State Commissioner for WAPA, Mrs. Bolaji Dada, made the disclosure at a forum with the theme: “Domestication of S3xual Harassment Policy Using Gender Lenses in Tertiary Educational Institutions”, held at Alausa, Ikeja, and aimed at exploring avenues … Read more
Cute Abiola has finally broken silence after he was released from Navy custody to unite with his family. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Popular instagram comedian, Abdulgafar Ahmad, popularly known as Cute Abiola, has finally broken silence after being released from the custody of his employers, the Nigerian Navy to unite with his family. … Read more
A U.S. Federal Court has pulled the brakes on President Donald Trump’s “public charge” policy that seeks to bar poor immigrants from living in the country. Under the rule, which has two versions, immigrants cannot get green cards or visas if immigration officials establish they would depend on public benefits like food stamps. Read Also: … Read more