Former Minister of Information, Jerry Gana, on Thursday refuted claims that members of former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s cabinet encountered evil spirits during their time at the State House. Gana made this statement during a press conference to announce the upcoming four-day International Conference of the African Biblical Leadership Initiative (ABLI) in Abuja, scheduled to begin … Read more
The Federal Government has announced the schedule for the 2024 Independence Day celebration. In a statement on Thursday, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, revealed that the 64th Independence Anniversary celebrations will begin with a World Press Conference on Thursday, September 26, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Akume made this … Read more
JAMB is on the brink of releasing the 2024 UTME results. The JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, is scheduled to address the public today. His press conference will cover the 2024 UTME outcomes and related exam conduct issues. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is set to release the results of … Read more
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede has revealed allegations against former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. Bello has been accused of transferring $720,000 from the government’s account The EFCC has defended Olukoyede’s press conference, stating that he did not violate any rules or reveal new information. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, … Read more
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta admitted that playing midweek before their rivals is advantageous in the title race. Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold suggested that Arsenal’s recent loss was influenced by playing after their rivals. Arsenal will face Chelsea tonight, with Liverpool and Manchester City playing on Wednesday and Thursday, respectively. Eko Hot Blog reports that Arsenal manager … Read more
IBD Dende has been the subject of allegations of smuggling in recent weeks. An investigative report in February 2024 named him among alleged smugglers whom corrupt Customs official allegedly allow to operate freely. However, he has denied these accusations as a witch-hunt. Eko Hot Blog reports that groups under the umbrella of the Coalition of … Read more
APC leaders in Ondo State voice concerns over alleged plot to disrupt governorship primary with hired thugs. Allegations of recruiting thugs per local government area to undermine the integrity of the election process. Aiyedatiwa’s campaign group refutes accusations, emphasizing party unity and focus on administrative duties. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Leaders of the All Progressive … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senator representing Bauchi Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Abdul Ningi, has refuted allegations that he accused the 2024 budget of being padded. Earlier, in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service on Saturday, Senator Ningi had asserted that the National Assembly padded the 2024 budget by N3.7 … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that A Coalition of Civil Society Organizations and Political Parties for Good Governance has described the press conference granted by the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, as ridiculous and childish. Addressing newsmen in Abuja on Thursday, the convener of the group, Dr Lilian Ene Ogbole, said … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Police Command, Idowu Owohunwa, will address journalists on Friday over an ongoing investigation into the death of late artiste, Ilerioluwa Aloba, otherwise known as Mohbad. Editor’s Pick MohBad: Primeboy Reveals Identity And Shares Insights On MohBad’s Death Lagos High Court Declares Oloja and Awujale As … Read more
Kano APC condemns structure demolition as “barbaric.” Urges affected individuals to seek legal remedies, parents to advise against destructive actions, and security agencies to restore public confidence. The party assured support during challenging period. EKO HOT BLOG the All Progressives Congress in Kano State has strongly criticized the ongoing demolition of structures by the government … Read more
The Coalition of Oodua Self-Determination Groups supports Tinubu’s decision to remove fuel subsidy and The group urges Nigerians to do the same, emphasizing that Nigeria cannot afford to continue budgeting trillions of naira on subsidy alone. They believe the funds allocated to subsidy can be better utilized to address various deficits and improve the quality … Read more
Nokia’s chief executive officer Rajeev Suri will leave the telecom equipment provider in September and be replaced by the current head of Finnish energy group Fortum, Nokia announced on Monday. Pekka Lundmark will take over on September 1, Nokia said. Suri, who has been Nokia’s president and CEO since April 2014, had “indicated earlier to … Read more