President-elect Donald Trump has called on Panama to lower fees for use of the Panama Canal or return control of the waterway to the United States, accusing the Central American nation of imposing “exorbitant prices” on American shipping and naval vessels. “The fees being charged by Panama are ridiculous, highly unfair,” Trump told supporters at … Read more
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently visited Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago resort, signalling a notable warming of their previously tense relationship. While Trump has maintained a high-profile connection with Elon Musk, the owner of X, his history with Zuckerberg has been far less amicable. Trump was banned from Facebook and Instagram following the Capitol riots, … Read more
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Prioritize tackling security issues after May 29, Anglican communion tells President-elect. The Kutigi Diocese in Lavun Local Government Area of Niger State, ahead of May 29 inauguration, has called on President-elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to prioritize tackling the prevalent issues of killings, kidnappings in the country. Bishop Kolo also criticized the recent increase in … Read more
Tinubu is expected to make his first appointments after being sworn in as President. At least three appointments – the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Chief of Staff, and presidential spokesperson are necessary. Names have been mentioned as those being considered by Tinubu including those of very close associates. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Three individuals filed a lawsuit to prevent the inauguration of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as President-elect and Vice-president respectively. The lawsuit was dismissed by a Federal High Court in Abuja on the grounds that it lacked legal standing and jurisdiction to hear the case. The court deemed the lawsuit frivolous and an abuse of … Read more
A time to unite the Igbos and Yorubas, Biafran National League leader brings to Tinubu’s notice ahead of May 29. Princewil Richard Chimezie has urged the President-elect to take significant steps in bridging the divide between two of the country’s major ethnic groups, the Igbos and Yorubas. According to Chimezie, a release of Nnamdi Kanu … Read more
Tinubu urged to prioritize Nigeria’s fuel price upon assuming office after May 29. The group highlighted the detrimental impact of high fuel costs that have impacted the standard of living of so many Nigerians. In a statement issued on Thursday, Segun Adesanya, the founder of the Rere Foundation, emphasized that a decrease in fuel price … Read more
Prophet Wale Ojo-David asserts that the emergence of Tinubu as the President-elect is a divine appointment. He urges Nigerians to accept Tinubu’s mandate and emphasizes the need for unity and prayerful support. Ojo-David also calls on clerics to seek guidance from the Holy Spirit before making public pronouncements to avoid escalating tensions. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has fixed May 26 as the date for delivering judgment in the PDP’s suit seeking the disqualification of Tinubu and Vice Kassim Shettima. The judgment will determine whether Shettima’s candidacy will be upheld or invalidated, potentially affecting Tinubu’s inauguration as president. The case revolves around the allegation of double nomination … Read more
Security has been enhanced in Abuja ahead of Tinubu’s inauguration. Intelligence operations are ongoing to gather information and ensure a smooth transition. Surrounding areas of the inauguration venue will be cordoned off, and foreign heads of state are expected to attend the event. EKO HOT BLOG reports that ahead of the scheduled inauguration of President-elect … Read more
The Kano Government has stepped forward to address the controversy surrounding the leaked phone call between Ganduje and Masari about President-elect Bola Tinubu. The government described the leaked phone conversation as misleading and deceitful. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kano State Government has condemned the “mischievous” efforts made by social media and online publications in … Read more
Tinubu, the President-elect is set to return to Nigeria after visit to France. He will attend the official opening of the Dangote Refinery in Lagos, which is the world’s largest single-train refinery. Tinubu was reported to have engaged with investors and other allies in France to market investment opportunities in Nigeria. Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the … Read more
Peter Obi’s lawsuit challenging Tinubu’s victory has been adjourned by the tribunal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the pre-hearing of the petition against President-elect Bola Tinubu by the Labour Party and its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has been adjourned by the Presidential Election Petition Court to Friday, May 19, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS Prominent First Class … Read more
Northern leaders have refused to back down on their demands for a leadership position in the 10th National Assembly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that with President-elect Bola Tinubu and Chief Justice Olukayode Ariwoola both hailing from the southern part of the country, a cross-section of northern leaders are demanding that the North be given the … Read more
President Buhari has moved out of the official Presidential Villa to a Glass House. The Glass House traditionally played a crucial role in the transition of power. The First Lady, Aisha Buhari disclosed this in a video on her Instagram page. EKO HOT BLOG reports that as the countdown to President-elect Bola Tinubu’s inauguration continues, … Read more
Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has revealed the re-establishment of the historic alliance between the old Western and Northern regions in Nigeria. The alliance, which was terminated by the 1966 coup, has been reinforced 57 years later with the emergence of Bola Tinubu as the President-elect. Fani-Kayode declared that this is a marvelous … Read more
President-elect Tinubu has taken off to Europe just 18 days before the inauguration ceremony. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bola Tinubu, the President-elect, has departed Nigeria for Europe, Tunde Rahman, Tinubu’s media aide, has revealed. This is coming barely two weeks after returning from a three-country trip that encompassed London, Saudi Arabia, and Paris. The … Read more
Tinubu has responded to Atiku’s request for the proceedings of the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja to be aired live. Atiku and the PDP had urged the court to grant permission for proceedings to be televised, but Tinubu has yet to confirm his position on the request. The court has adjourned further pre-hearing … Read more
El-Rufai has addressed speculations about his role in the upcoming administration led by Tinubu. He emphasizes that Nigeria’s progress is not limited to government positions and expresses his commitment to supporting the country’s development beyond his tenure as governor. El-Rufai also endorses Tinubu’s presidency, assuring Nigerians of a brighter future under his leadership. EKO HOT … Read more