Presidential Transition Council are prepared for Buhari’s handover to his successor. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential Transition Council has commenced preparations ahead of the transfer of power by President Muhammadu Buhari to his successor. The President-elect is Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress, APC, whose victory is being challenged by Labour Party’s … Read more
Buhari has expressed sadness over the death of a security guard in Lagos. Buhari also expressed his sympathy towards the traders and their families who were affected by the unfortunate fire incident. This was disclosed by Garba Shehu a Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President … Read more
The Nigerian President’s plea to the United Arab Emirates has been rejected according to the latest reports. This is pertaining the on-going visa ban placed on citizens of Nigeria from gaining entry into the UAE. It is stated that in a telephone conversation, President Buhari had made appeals to the UAE leader, Sheikh Mohamed bin … Read more
The Supreme Court has confirmed Udofia as APC gubernatorial candidate in Akwa Ibom State. Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun delivered the unanimous judgement in the suit identified as SC/CV/158/2023. The court struck out Ita Enang’s appeal and upheld the January 19th judgement of the Court of Appeal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Supreme Court has upheld … Read more
Ohanaeze Ndigbo has maintained that Peter Obi’s presidency is not destined to happen in 2023. Ohanaeze disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. The group said Tinubu is capable and has what it takes to continue on the achievements of President Buhari. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo … Read more
President Buhari is scheduled to depart Abuja for the least developed Countries Conference in Qatar. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu made this known in a statement on Saturday. The conference will begin on March 5th, 2023 and conclude on March 9th, 2023. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
The CBN is awaiting legal advice concerning the Supreme Court ruling. The apex court in its ruling declared the naira redesign policy was an affront to the 1999 Constitution of the country. The court also directed CBN to keep the old N200, N500, and N1,000 notes in circulation till December 31, 2023. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Yahaya Bello has claimed that President Buhari was deceived over the Naira redesign policy. The statement is coming hours after the Supreme Court, nullified the ban on the use of the old N200, N500 and N1000 banknotes as legal tenders. Bello stated this on Friday during an interview on Channels Television’s programme. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Tinubu led a delegation of APC governors on a thank-you visit to Buhari in Daura. Tinubu flew in from Abuja on Wednesday night. Tinubu met with the president to thank him for the support he received during the election campaign. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu alongside some Apc Governors … Read more
Ikpeazu has lambasted INEC for declaring Abaribe the winner of the Abia South senatorial election. The governor stated that INEC should not have declared his rival in the All Progressive Grand Alliance, APGA, the winner. He was puzzled as to why a declaration was made despite the commission’s confirmation that polls had not been conducted … Read more
APC campaign council has alleged that ex-president Obasanjo is calling for a coup. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign council has slammed former President Olusegun Obasanjo, who called for the cancellation of allegedly manipulated results from Saturday’s presidential election. It would be recalled that Obasanjo had on Monday, urged President … Read more
Nigeria’s President Buhari discloses the reason for displaying his ballot paper after voting in the February votes. According to the President, this was done to dispel conspiracy theories that he voted another candidate in the election. In a cheeky humor, the President discloses how he intends to enjoy the spectacle of voting for the first … Read more
Atiku Abubakar has cast his vote in Adamawa. At exactly 9:11 am, Atiku exercised his civic duty at his polling unit in Adamawa State. After fulfilling his civic obligation, the ex-vice president expressed optimism that the process will be hassle-free for voters. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, … Read more
Malami has disclosed that the 2023 elections will be free and fair following the implementation of the Electoral Act 2022. The Electoral Act 2022 was signed by President Muhammadu Buhari in May. Malami made this claim at the 67th session of the State House Ministerial Briefing. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Attorney General of … Read more
FG has made a statement regarding the possibility of postponing the 2023 election. Malami has made a firm commitment that the 2023 elections will take place according to the predetermined schedule. Malami provided this update to journalists after the National Security Council (NSC) meeting on Wednesday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Attorney General of … Read more
Buhari has implored Tinubu, Atiku, Obi and other political figures to “respect the decisions of voters”. A statement by Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser to President Buhari on Media and Publicity, revealed this information. Buhari asked the candidates to abide by the spirit and letter of the Accord they have signed. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
ECOWAS has urged Buhari to tackle fuel and naira scarcity before holding the 2023 elections. The resolution of the insecurity crisis in the country was identified by ECOWAS as a prerequisite for the February 25 election. Ernest Bai Koroma, gave this admonition during his visit to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, on Wednesday … Read more
The IGP has initiated an investigation into the governors for allegedly making incendiary remarks regarding the Naira redesign policy. He said despite the investigation, the governors who have been found guilty of inciting comments cannot be prosecuted because they enjoy immunity. Baba made this known on Wednesday while speaking with journalists. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Tinubu, Atiku, and other candidates are set to sign the final peace accord. The peace accord is voluntary and not mandatory for political parties to participate. No fewer than 18 candidates are jostling to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari. EKO HOT BLOG reports that ahead of the presidential election scheduled for Saturday, the candidates representing various … Read more
Nigeria’s President Buhari has convened the National Security Council ahead of the 25th February polls. This is to address the violent unrest following the Naira redesign. Present at the meeting is Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and a host of other service chiefs in the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has convened … Read more