President Buhari has lauded General Gowon on the occasion of the NYSC’s 50th anniversary and urged for the scheme’s continuity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has commended former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (retd), for the wisdom of setting up the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in 1973, which truly achieved … 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
President Buhari has appointed Garba Baba Umar, a retiring Assistant Inspector General of Police, as Senior Security Adviser on International Police Cooperation and Counter-terrorism. The appointment is to allow him to complete his tenure as an Executive Member of the International Police Organization (INTERPOL). AIG Umar’s new appointment takes effect from May 16th, 2023. EKO … Read more
Buhari has approached the Senate for their approval on an $800 million loan request. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has implored the Senate to grant approval for a new loan request of $800 million. During plenary on Wednesday, Senate President Ahmad Lawan read a letter from President Buhari that highlighted plans to … Read more
President Buhari will spent an extra week in London, UK, where he is receiving dental care based on the advice of his dentist. He was initially in the UK to attend King Charles III’s coronation and participate in the Commonwealth Summit. The dental procedure is expected to be completed within five days. EKO HOT … Read more
President Buhari has sent his condolences to ex-Senate President Nnamani following the loss of his wife. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has sent a message of comfort to former Senate President Ken Nnamani and his family, urging them to seek solace in God as they mourn the demise of Mrs Jane Udewo … Read more
SERAP has filed a lawsuit against the Nigerian government over its failure to reclaim the N40 billion in double pay and life pension received by former governors. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has filed a contempt suit against the Federal Government and Mr Abubakar Malami (SAN), Attorney-General of the … Read more
President Buhari has called for a partnership between NAF and innovative institutions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to seek cooperation and partnership with technology-driven institutions, industries, and individuals. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo represented President Buhari at the ceremonial parade and aerial display held on Saturday … Read more
Adeleke has urged President Buhari to sign Nigeria Peace Corps Bill into law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to sign the Nigeria Peace Corps (Establishment) Bill that has been presented to him. During the passing-out ceremony of some corps officers in Osogbo on Saturday, … Read more
Ekweremadu, his wife, and a medical doctor were found guilty of conspiring to harvest a market trader’s kidney for the senator’s daughter. Ekweremadu was given a 10-year sentence, while his wife received a four-and-a-half-year sentence. Reno Omokri has appealed to President Buhari to intervene for a royal prerogative of mercy for Ekweremadu. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
President Buhari has nominated 12 members for the governing board of NEDC. The tenure of the current governing board will end on May 7, 2023. Buhari has requested the Senate’s confirmation of the nominees. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has asked the Senate to confirm the appointment of 12 nominees as members … Read more
Buhari has unveiled Nigeria’s Agenda 2050. The unveiling took place on Wednesday in Abuja. The development comes nearly three months after the National Economic Council endorsed the Agenda. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has launched Nigeria Agenda 2050, which seeks to elevate the country’s real GDP growth by seven per cent, establish … Read more
Former Nigerian lawmaker Shehu Sani has criticized President Buhari for claiming to have delivered on his promises. Sani accused the outgoing president of leaving behind a huge debt and masses of citizens in poverty, citing a UNICEF report that over 133 million Nigerians live in poverty. He also alleged that Buhari would be leaving behind … Read more
President Buhari has left for London to attend the coronation ceremony of King Charles III. The Nigerian leader will be joining other foreign dignitaries at the ceremony. The highly anticipated event is slated for Saturday, May 6th, 2023. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari is set to travel to London, United Kingdom, on … Read more
Buhari has terminated the appointment of HYPREP’s project director. @NGRPresident announced the sacking of Ferdinand Giadom on Tuesday evening. Giadom is to be replaced with PROF. NANIBARINI ZABBEY as the new Project Coordinator of HYPREP. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the termination of the appointment of the Project Director of … Read more
Egyptian authorities have opened their border to allow Nigerian students who are fleeing the ongoing war in Sudan to enter the country. The Egyptian president, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, authorised the opening of the border after a discussion with President Muhammadu Buhari. The Egyptian authorities have specified certain conditions that must be met by those seeking … Read more
President Buhari has declared that a “major transformation” has taken place within the military. The president boasted that his administration has made remarkable progress in the fight against insurgents, militants, oil bunkers, kidnappers, and other criminal elements in the country. Buhari made the declaration while speaking at a ceremony attended by two former leaders of … Read more
Buhari met with APC governors in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday, granted an audience to the Governors of the Progressive Governor’s Forum at the State House. The meeting took place shortly after he attended the Nigerian Army Trooping and Presentation of Colours parade at Eagles Square in Abuja. More … Read more
The Nigerian Army has retired 53 regimental colors used in the order of battle at the Trooping and Presentation of Colours Parade in Abuja today. The parade also saw the presentation of colours to 28 newly created units, bringing the total number of units in the Nigerian Army to 81. The parade is a unique … Read more
IPOB has claimed that Buhari’s sins against Nigerians are unforgivable and cannot be pardoned. According to IPOB’s spokesman, Emma Powerful, Buhari’s crimes will find him out after leaving office and relocating anywhere in the world. He also stated that IPOB will continue to expose the president as his alleged atrocities are unforgivable. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more