President Bola Tinubu has ordered the creation of a cabinet committee to supervise the emergency operations center, led by the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), in response to the cholera outbreak in Nigeria. Eko Hot Blog reports that the coordinating minister of health and social welfare, Ali Pate told State House correspondents in Abuja … Read more
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to alleviating Nigerians’ suffering and called on the media and citizens to embrace agriculture and support national leadership. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has confirmed … Read more
NLC and TUC warn governors against poor advice and await President Tinubu’s decision on minimum wage proposals, rejecting a ₦62,000 offer and demanding ₦250,000 instead. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) issued a warning on Saturday to certain governors, cautioning them against giving advice that … Read more
The Nigerian government has allocated ₦14.77 billion for maintaining the presidential air fleet over the past 11 months and is considering purchasing two new aircraft due to the aging and dysfunctional current fleet. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has allocated a substantial ₦14.77 billion for the repair and maintenance of the presidential … Read more
Police Union demands removal of Inspector General Kayode Egbetokun over recruitment dispute. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Joint Union Congress of the Police Service Commission has demanded the removal of Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, accusing him of distorting facts regarding the recent recruitment exercise. The union and the police have been in conflict … Read more
The Nigerian government views the Ojude Oba Festival as a platform for national unity and tourism potential, aiming for UNESCO recognition. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria government has described the annual Ojude Oba Festival as a platform for fostering the unity of the country as well as one of the country’s tourism potentialities. The … Read more
Tinubu Mourns Passing Of Nigeria’s Oldest Agricultural Scientist, Chief Atanda. Chief Atanda, Nigeria’s oldest Agricultural Scientist and Researcher. Born in 1939 in Iwo, Osun State, Atanda earned his PhD in the UK and served in numerous leadership roles. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu expressed his condolences to the Atanda family following the recent … Read more
Tinubu Celebrates Father’s Day, Highlights Fathers’ Role In Nation Building. He urged fathers to continue guiding the next generation towards a noble path of prosperity. Tinubu’s statement, released for Father’s Day, emphasized fathers’ roles in providing, protecting, and guiding children, highlighting their crucial contributions to the nation’s destiny. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu, … Read more
NLC Challenges Tinubu’s Stance On Minimum Wage Affordability. The NLC condemned Tinubu’s statement that the government could only pay what the country can afford, seeing it as a contradiction of his promise to pay a living wage. NLC spokesperson Benson Upah criticized Tinubu’s comments as inconsistent with his previous commitments during an interview. EKO HOT … Read more
Tinubu congratulated South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election and commended the peaceful conduct of the general election. Tinubu called for the strengthening of bilateral ties between Nigeria and South Africa for the advancement of the African continent. South Africa’s parliament re-elected Ramaphosa after a coalition deal between the African National Congress and opposition … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution Governing councils and boards of federal universities in a bid to avert fresh industrial action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities. This was made known in a statement by the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Office of the Secretary to the Government … Read more
President Bola Tinubu arrived in Lagos ahead of Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. Tinubu will spend the Sallah holidays in his home state, Lagos. The President will use the occasion for prayers and reflection on Nigeria’s transformation under his Renewed Hope Agenda. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu arrived in Lagos State on Friday ahead of the … Read more
NLC and TUC leaders did not sign the new minimum wage report submitted to President Tinubu. Labour leaders expect consultations before the new minimum wage bill is sent to the National Assembly. NLC and TUC deny knowledge of the proposed wage figure and aim to secure the best offer for workers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Declare MKO Abiola As Elected President – Gbagura Kinsmen Urges Tinubu. The Tobade Progressive Club of Gbagura emphasized MKO Abiola’s sacrifices for Nigeria’s return to democracy and called for invoking the Doctrine of Necessity to recognize him as president. The kinsmen praised the Ogun State governor for renovating MKO Abiola’s family house. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Organised Labour denies Tinubu’s claim of reaching an agreement on the new national minimum wage. Negotiations concluded without consensus; proposals were ₦250,000 by Labour and ₦62,000 by the government and OPS. The Nigeria Labour Congress states that no final decision was made for submission to the President. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Organised Labour has denied … Read more
Tinubu Hails Media Outlets, Journalists As Heroes Of Nigerian Democracy. He has recognized the contributions of media outlets. Tinubu honored the memories of heroes who sacrificed their lives for democracy, including Chief MKO Abiola and others. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu delivered a heartfelt tribute to several media organizations on Wednesday, acknowledging their … Read more
President Tinubu extends condolences to Malawi over plane crash. Malawi’s Vice President Chilima and officials die in tragedy. Wreckage found, no survivors reported. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday expressed his condolences to Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera and the people of Malawi following the tragic loss of Vice President Saulos Chilima and … Read more
Tinubu approved naming a 3.2 km road in Kwali Area Council after Ladi Kwali. Wike announced the naming during the road’s commissioning and highlighted Tinubu’s commitment to Nigerians. Ladi Kwali, featured on the N20 note, was a renowned potter from the Gwari region of Northern Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu approved the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Nkiruka Maduekwe as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) in interim capacity, pending the confirmation of her appointment by the NCCC Supervisory Council. The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the President Ajuri Ngelale, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has named the M18 road infrastructure in Guzape District, Abuja after renowned novelist, Chinua Achebe. The President inaugurated the road in Abuja on Saturday, June 8. Announcing the development via a post on his official X handle, the Special Assistant to President Tinubu on Social Media, … Read more