Deputy Speaker Kalu defends Tinubu, stating he’s not responsible for Nigeria’s current economic crisis. Kalu asserts Tinubu is working to rectify past administration’s mistakes. He urges Nigerians to maintain faith in leadership. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu has asserted that President Bola Tinubu is not to blame for the present economic crisis … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the former governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has said President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressive Congress (APC) will not accept him if he decides to join the party. Lamido said this in an interview with This Day on Sunday. The former governor blamed the PDP’s mass resignation on … Read more
VP Shettima Vows Impartiali In Anti-Corruption Battle. The government addresses unemployment issues. Dignitaries gather to analyze Tinubu administration’s transformative agenda. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima on Thursday declared that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is firmly committed to combating corruption impartially, without bias. Shettima made this assertion during the Second Edition of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt wishes to Nigerian workers on the occasion of Workers’ Day. In a statement signed by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, the President praised Nigerian workers for their unwavering dedication to the country’s progress and development, acknowledging their tireless … Read more
PDP chieftain Segun Showunmi warns Tinubu against marginalizing northern politicians Says figures like El-Rufai, Yahaya Bello played crucial roles in Tinubu’s 2023 victory Calls for maintaining trust between north and south with an eye on 2027 elections Eko Hot Blog reports that a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Showunmi, has urged President … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday, secured an investment of $600 million from a Danish shipping and logistics company, A.P. Moller-Maersk. The Nigerian leader secured the investment during a meeting with the Chairman of A.P Moller-Maersk, Robert Maersk Uggla, during a meeting on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Special … Read more
President expresses heartfelt condolences to families of victims Incident claimed lives of a pregnant woman, three others, and destroyed about 100 vehicles Federal agencies directed to assist state government in addressing aftermath Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sadness over the devastating tanker fire incident in Rivers State, which resulted … Read more
The Democratic Front (TDF) criticized the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for offering advice to President Bola Tinubu. TDF rebuked PDP’s attempts to unite its fragmented structures instead of addressing its aftermath. They defended Tinubu’s economic policies against PDP’s doubts. Eko Hot Blog reports that The Democratic Front (TDF) has rebuked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) … Read more
Nigeria faced bankruptcy risk without subsidy removal Difficult decision taken in the best interest of the people Parallel arrangements in place to cushion impact on vulnerable groups Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has defended the removal of the fuel subsidy, stating that it was a necessary action to prevent Nigeria from going … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has appointed Jim Ovia, the founder of Zenith Bank, as the Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). A statement on Friday by presidential spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, confirmed Ovia’s appointment. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Shocking Murder Of Military Commander Rocks Katsina Oyo LG Poll: … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a security breach occurred at the Suleja Correctional Facility in Niger State on Wednesday night when several inmates escaped during a heavy downpour. The rainfall, which affected various communities in Niger State and the neighbouring Federal Capital Territory (FCT), weakened the prison’s defences by damaging parts of its perimeter fence. … Read more
Fubara Govt Addresses Departure Of Commissioners From Cabinet Resignation letters highlight issues of integrity, lack of consultation, and ongoing political conflict within the state government. The rejection of redeployment and resignation come amidst efforts for peace, highlighting challenges in governance and service delivery. EKO HOT BLOG reports that four commissioners serving under Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s administration … Read more
Aviation Ministry Sacked Heads Summoned By EFCC Over Alleged Money Launderin Letters of invitation are prepared for officials to explain their roles in fraudulent activities. Tinubu sacked heads of aviation agencies in December 2023, including FAAN, NAMA, NSIB, NiMET, and NCAT. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is planning … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has said the country needs state policing to address diverse community needs and improve security nationwide. The Nigerian leader stated this on Monday at the one-day National Dialogue on State Policing, which was held in Abuja and had the theme “Pathways to Peace: Reimagining Policing in Nigeria.” … Read more
President advocates for a comprehensive approach to tackle terrorism, addressing root causes like poverty and inequality Emphasizes the need to cut off financial lifelines fueling terrorist activities, such as ransom payments and illegal mining Urges international community’s support to help address terrorism, citing the moral and legal obligation Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola … Read more
Folakemi Omogoroye, an APC gubernatorial aspirant in Ondo State, rejected the primary election. She urged the party’s national leadership and Bola Tinubu to intervene. Two other aspirants, Wale Akinterinwa and Chief Olusola Oke, also criticized the process, demanding its cancellation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Folakemi Omogoroye, an aspirant for the governorship of Ondo State … Read more
Tinubu is set to open African Counter-Terrorism Summit in Abuja. Summit aims to strengthen regional cooperation against terrorism. Heads of state and officials to attend two-day event. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu will on Monday, April 22, open the African Counter-Terrorism Summit in Abuja. The Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and … Read more
President Tinubu has approved the appointment of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) board members. Mairiga Aliyu Katuka as Chairman and Emomotimi Agama as Director-General. Minister Wale Edun highlighted joint efforts to combat inflation and address liquidity issues at a press briefing. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has given the green light for … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved system-wide policies to comprehensively overhaul the education sector to improve learning and skill development In a statement on Thursday, the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale said the policies will increase enrolment, and ensure the academic security of the nation’s children. Editor’s Picks IGP Compounds Yahaya Bello’s … Read more
Calls for Deployment of Elite Task Force Criticizes Previous Administrations’ Failures Cites US Hostage Rescue as Inspiration Eko Hot Blog reports that, marking 10 years since the abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls, elder statesman and leader of the Ijaw nation, Chief Edwin Clark, has called on President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action to secure … Read more