Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has criticized the Nigerian government for its response to the stampedes across the country, accusing officials of being out of touch with the realities faced by everyday Nigerians. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a post on X, Ezekwesili expressed frustration with the outrage directed at philanthropic individuals and … Read more
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to prevent the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from arresting Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu after his tenure ends. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik struck out the case on October 31 following a motion by Gbenga Femi Akande, Sanwo-Olu’s counsel, to discontinue the proceedings. Hadiza … Read more
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello appeared at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday regarding allegations leveled against him by the anti-graft agency. Bello arrived at the EFCC office in a black Hilux vehicle, accompanied by his legal team. This follows a November 14 hearing where the EFCC requested … Read more
Equatorial Guinea’s President, Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, has appointed Zenón Obiang Obiang Avomo as the new Director General of the National Agency for Financial Investigation (ANIF), following the dismissal of Baltasar Ebang Engonga due to a major scandal. Engonga, who was removed for “irregularities in the exercise of his functions” and “inappropriate conduct,” had been involved … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), following the death of his daughter, Fatima. In a condolence message on Friday, President Tinubu described Fatima’s passing as both irreparable and painful. He prayed for the repose of her soul … Read more
Traditional worshippers in Ondo State, southwestern Nigeria, are calling for recognition of traditional oath-taking for public officials, asserting that it is more effective than religious oaths. They argue that despite swearing on the Bible or Quran, many officials still engage in corruption and abuse of power without consequence. EKO HOT BLOG reports that at the … Read more
Legal practitioners have accused President Buhari of insincerity in his asset declaration despite pressure from Nigerians to make his assets public after promising to do so. The Code of Conduct Bureau has revealed that it is not mandatory for public officials to publicly declare their assets upon leaving office, which has raised questions about the … Read more