On February 21, 2024, investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo released a blockbuster report detailing his time going undercover as a smuggler in Nigeria. His experience uncovered the deep alleged corruption within the ranks of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The investigative reporter, through the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), narrated how the NCS top brass connived … Read more
Presidency Launches New Initiative For Citizens’ Feedback. Hadiza Bala-Usman announces CDT unveiling during Abuja event, available as web link and upcoming app. CDCU conducts meetings with government agencies to achieve key indicators across eight priority areas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidency on Monday, unveiled its Citizens’ Delivery Tracker (CDT), aiming to bolster citizen-government engagement … Read more
Presidency dismisses distraction from Obidients movement, focusing on governance. Special Adviser criticizes Peter Obi for allegedly exploiting religious and ethnic sentiments in politics. Administration avoids speculation about 2027 politics, emphasizing current governance priorities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidency has said that it will not be distracted by the activities and thoughts of the Obidients … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, has described as fake news a purported list of new Nigerian Ambassadors. A purported list of new Nigerian Ambassadors and their assigned countries went viral on social media on Tuesday. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: CBN Continues Reform, Raises … Read more
President Tinubu approves Renewed Hope Infrastructure Fund to address $25bn/year funding gap. Minister Idris confirms initiative’s establishment within Presidency. Fund aims to address Nigeria’s critical infrastructure needs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu on Monday, approved the establishment of the Renewed Hope Infrastructure Fund aimed at addressing Nigeria’s annual infrastructure funding gap of $25 … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Military has revealed details of how several students kidnapped by bandits in Kuriga, Kaduna State, were rescued in Zamfara State. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, said the military worked with local authorities and government agencies across the … Read more
On Friday, March 22, 2024, President Bola Tinubu’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, held a press briefing at the State House, Abuja, where he called on Nigerians to patronise made-in-Nigeria products and services to sustain the recent gains of the naira in the foreign exchange market. Without a doubt, it was a good and important message that … Read more
President Bola Tinubu may announce new wage on May 1, backdating it to April. National Minimum Wage Committee aims to finalize negotiations before May 1 deadline. Concerns arise as current minimum wage expires on March 31, but agreement unlikely by then. EKO HOT BLOG reports that there are indications that President Bola Tinubu might unveil the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that George Kelly-Alabo has resigned from the cabinet of Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the Rivers State Commissioner for Works. Kelly-Alabo resigned to take up a federal appointment in the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Editor’s Picks Troops Thwart Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Victims In Kogi As Army Strikes Against Criminals Tinubu … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kogi State Government has leveled accusations against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), alleging a targeted persecution of the immediate past governor, Yahaya Bello. In a statement issued on Friday by the state Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, the government contended that the purported witch-hunt was instigated by certain … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Dayo Mobereola as the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). Mobereola’s appointment is for a renewable term of four years. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Senate Suspends Senator Abdul Ningi Over Budget Padding Allegations EFCC Presents Additional Evidence … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senator representing Bauchi Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Abdul Ningi, has refuted allegations that he accused the 2024 budget of being padded. Earlier, in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service on Saturday, Senator Ningi had asserted that the National Assembly padded the 2024 budget by N3.7 … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Presidency has vehemently denied allegations of padding the 2024 budget by an additional N3 trillion. This comes after Senator Abdul Ningi of Bauchi Central (PDP) accused the executive of implementing a budget different from the one approved by the National Assembly on January 1, 2024. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian presidency has responded to the allegation that the 2024 budget was padded by the National Assembly with N3 trillion. The presidency’s response is contained in a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information & Strategy, Sunday evening. The response was directed at … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidency has categorically denied the potential for a cabal to dominate the administration of President Bola Tinubu, addressing concerns that have lingered in the public discourse. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, provided this assurance during an appearance on TVC News Sunday Politics, where … Read more
The Oronsaye report addresses the restructuring of the civil service. President Tinubu ordered the implementation of the report after FEC approval. However, the Tinubu administration is not implementing many parts of the report, according to a list released by the Presidency. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Presidency has released the complete list of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a significant move to bolster Nigeria’s fight against corruption, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a directive to the Presidency, the Federal Judicial Commission, and various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to submit their anti-corruption strategies. This initiative aims to curb the prevalent issue of contract abuse … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidency has said President Bola Tinubu is in touch with the pulse of the nation and knows how much Nigerians are going through. The Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, made this known in a post via his official X handle on Friday. EDITOR’S PICKS Full … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidency has accused human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, of being someone with a strong reputation for exaggerations and embellishments. The accusation was made in a statement on Wednesday by the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Special Investigator appointed by President Bola Tinubu to probe cases of fraud in the Godwin Emefiele-led Central Bank of Nigeria has written the International Police, National Central Bureau to place three Nigerians—a CBN staff member and two others—on its red notice. Monday’s request is connected to an alleged conspiracy and … Read more