President Bola Tinubu has dismissed Mohammed Bello-Koko as the managing director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). Eko Hot Blog reports that the President has announced the appointment of Abubakar Dantsoho as Bello-Koko’s replacement. Bello-Koko was appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari in May 2021 as acting MD and his appointment was confirmed in February 2022. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that State governors will be meeting next week to deliberate on the recent Supreme Court ruling regarding Local Government Autonomy, announced AbdulRazaq AbdulRahman, the chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and the Governor of Kwara State. The Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that all federal allocations for local government councils … Read more
Ali Ndume commends President Tinubu for securing financial autonomy for Local Governments through a Supreme Court ruling, enhancing grassroots governance. Eko Hot Blog reports that Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume has commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration for securing financial autonomy for Local Governments, marking it as the president’s most significant achievement since his inauguration in … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep concern for the welfare of Nigerian workers, declaring that his administration is prioritizing their needs. Eko Hot Blog reports that Tinubu made this known while speaking with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) led by Comrade Joe Ajaero and that of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria … Read more
The Federal Government is optimistic about resolving the national minimum wage issue by next week after a closed-door meeting between President Tinubu and labor leaders. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has expressed optimism that the issue surrounding the new national minimum wage will be resolved by next week. Minister of Information and … Read more
The meeting on minimum wage between the President Bola Tinubu and organized labour held on Thursday, ended without reaching a conclusive agreement. Eko Hot Blog reports that the meeting was called at the instance of President Tinubu. However, despite discussion of about an hour, no agreement was reached on the minimum wage prompting both parties … Read more
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has re-elected President Bola Tinubu as Chairman for another term. Eko Hot Blog reports that this development come one year after the Nigerian leader took over the regional bloc’s leadership. Tinubu, on Sunday, hosted the ECOWAS heads for the 65th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of … Read more
Tinubu is leading the 65th ECOWAS Ordinary Session in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu is currently presiding over the 65th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government in Abuja. Dignitaries, including members of the Diplomatic Corps, have gathered at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa for … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s tenure as the chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government has come to a close today. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian leader is expected to hand over the baton of leadership to another leader. The body is currently holding its 65th Ordinary Session of the Authority … Read more
Doyin Okupe warns that spreading misinformation about Nigeria’s $150 billion Samoa loan agreement, which critics claim mandates LGBT rights, constitutes treason. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Doyin Okupe, has cautioned Nigerians that spreading misinformation about the Samoa Agreement signed by the federal government constitutes treason. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu announces a ₦2 trillion investment in critical sectors like Health, Agriculture, Energy/Power, and others to accelerate economic stabilization and advancement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has announced a bold plan to inject ₦2 trillion into key sectors of the economy over the next six months. This significant investment aims to … Read more
The Director-General of the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, has expressed her appreciation for the recent waiver on drug imports granted by President Tinubu’s administration. Eko Hot Blog reports that Adeyeye added that in her six years as NAFDAC DG, she has never felt as relieved as she … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima visited Gwoza bombing victims, confirmed 32 deaths, and condemned the attacks, highlighting the ongoing support from various agencies. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the death toll from Saturday’s suicide bombing attacks in the Gwoza area of Borno State has reached 32. Vice President Kashim Shettima provided this update on Monday, speaking to … Read more
Former Kaduna Central lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani has speculated a potential collaboration between ex-vice president Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai for the 2027 presidential election. Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator Sani made this known during an interview on Sunday. He claimed that the North would play a card that would … Read more
Shehu Sani warns Northern leaders against plans to oust President Tinubu in 2027, urging them to support his administration for the sake of Nigeria’s unity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former Nigerian lawmaker Shehu Sani has warned Northern leaders to abandon plans to oust President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 Presidential elections. Recent meetings between top Northern … Read more
President Bola Tinubu attends NEC meeting on national minimum wage adjustments EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu made a rare appearance at the 142nd meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) held on Thursday at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima. The council convened to discuss critical … Read more
Top Political Stories Today feature President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Former Speaker of Lagos House of Assembly Adeyemi Ikuforiji and others. Eko Hot Blog reports all the details below: Tinubu, Governors Meet To Conclude Minimum Wage Proposal President Bola Tinubu is set to discuss the new national minimum wage … Read more
The Senate extends the 2023 supplementary budget implementation period to December 31, 2024, following an expedited bill passage. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Senate has extended the life cycle of the 2023 supplementary budget from June 30 to December 31, 2024. On Thursday, the Red Chamber suspended all its rules and expedited the passage … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has dismissed allegations that President Bola Tinubu is working against the North. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Vice President made this known on Wednesday. He asserted that the president is interested in the growth of Northern Nigeria as against a series of insinuations that the President is working to cripple … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has granted approval for the Alakia Airport in Ibadan to be upgraded to international status. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was announced by Oyo State Governor Engineer Seyi Makinde on Wednesday. “The President has graciously approved my request for the upgrade of Ibadan Airport” Makinde said in a video posted on … Read more