Ndume Claims Politicians’ Corruption is “People-Driven” Advocates Death Penalty for Stealing Over One Trillion Naira Supports Capital Punishment for Drug Dealers as Deterrent Eko Hot Blog reports that in a controversial statement, the Chief Whip of the Senate, Ali Ndume, has defended corruption among politicians, claiming it is “people-driven” and should not result in severe … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that The Niger Delta Peace Advocates (NDPA) have raised concerns over an alleged conspiracy by politicians to destabilize the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). According to the group’s leader, Comrade Timi Apere, there’s a scheme to discredit the current board and management, suggesting they aren’t effectively advancing the region’s development. … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that In a candid interview with Channels TV, renowned host of Big Brother Naija, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, delved into the complex relationship between celebrities and politicians, shedding light on why he’s selective about the events he hosts for certain political figures. Editor’s Pick: Super Tuesday: Five Takeaways From US Primaries As Ex-President … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Coordinator, National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) Hajiya Halima Shehu has assured Nigerians of the transparency of the schemes under her watch. Speaking in Abuja on Sunday during a press conference, she said the Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) programme was designed with poor Nigerians in mind and targeted … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has warned politicians against blackmailing the country’s judiciary. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), gave warning on Friday while speaking to reporters at his residence in Ijagbo community, Kwara State. Fagbemi appealed to politicians who lost out at the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Department of State Services (DSS) has said it has “uncovered plans” by “some elements” in parts of Nigeria to stage violent protests. The service’s spokesperson, Peter Afunanya, made the disclosure in a statement Monday morning. According to Afunanya, the planned “violent protests” are aimed at discrediting the federal government … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections Peter Obi was amongst the list of top dignitaries who stormed the wedding ceremony of Lloyd Ekweremadu, first son of the former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu. It was reported that Lloyd, also known as Ike Ekweremadu Jnr, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi has averred that politicians and the elites are behind the use of ethnic bigotry to divide Nigerians. This online media platform gathered that the former governor of Anambra State made this known on Saturday, July 29, during … Read more
The CBN has released guidelines for banks to scrutinize Nigerian senators and politicians’ accounts. The guidelines require enhanced due diligence, identity verification, and transaction monitoring for suspicious activity. Politicians’ accounts will face closer scrutiny, increased investigation likelihood, and potential withdrawal restrictions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released new … Read more
RMAFC proposed 114% salary increase for politicians. Remuneration packages effective from Jan 1, 2023. Spokesman dismissed 114% salary increase for President. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC, Muhammad Shehu, has said the salaries of politicians, judicial and public office holders would be increased by 114 … Read more
Pastor Adewale Giwa criticized Peter Obi for seeking justice at the Election Petition Tribunal Giwa accused Obi of betraying his former boss and emphasized the importance of politicians prioritizing the welfare of citizens. Giwa urged politicians to serve the people and ensure fair resource distribution while in power. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the senior … Read more
INEC has urged politicians to accept defeat and success in good faith. Effanga charged politicians to always learn to accept failure and success in an election rather than blaming the electoral umpire. Edo State INEC REC stated this on Friday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Obo Effanga, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of Edo State, … Read more
By Praise Ben As the dust settles on Nigeria’s recent electoral showdown, the United States and the British governments are cooking up a storm of sanctions aimed at Nigerian political masterminds behind the scenes of violence, electoral hocus-pocus, and democracy-bending antics. With these sanctions, the goal is to pin the blame on these conniving puppeteers, … Read more
The Sokoto State Police Command and DSS warn Nigerian politicians not to involve them in their political affairs. There has been circulating audio of Senator Aliyu Wamakko which has stirred reactions. They urge politicians to settle their disputes without involving security agencies. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Sokoto State Police Command and the Department … Read more
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mike Ozekhome, comes hard on critics of the CBN’s naira redesign policy. According to the lawyer, it is only those who stand to lose a lot that have a reason to be worried, as it has little to do with the masses. Ozehome name drops vote buyers and the elites as … Read more
IPOB has raised an alarm over an alleged plot to kill Atiku in the Southeast. According to the Biafra group, individuals planning the act would point fingers at Peter Obi’s supporters. The proscribed group said that certain politicians planned to use the purported killing to incite a national crisis against Ndigbo and IPOB. EKO HOT … Read more
IGP has blamed Politicians and secessionists for attacks on INEC facilities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Usman Baba Alkali has attributed the attacks on INEC facilities in to some politicians and secessionist groups in the South East and South West. IGP spoke at the commencement of an investigative hearing … Read more
INEC has stated that some politicians are trying to hack into their servers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday alleged that there are efforts by some politicians to hack into its server ahead of the 2023 general elections. The electoral body also noted that political bigwigs are trying … Read more
The INEC chairman has said there’s no going back on the deployment of the BVAS and IReV for the 2023 elections. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has said that the commission will go ahead with its deployment of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System … Read more
INEC has warned new RECs against unofficial meetings with politicians. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has sworn in 19 resident electoral commissioners (RECs) in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Governors Delaying Action On Out-of-School Children – FG Emirates Suspends Flight Operations In Nigeria Israel’s PM Lapid Concedes Election As Netanyahu Pulls … Read more