Princess Animashaun celebrates Dr. Adeleke as a woman of rare virtue and inspiring leader. Birthday message emphasized kindness, dedication, and service to humanity. Prayers offered for health, joy, peace, and abundant blessings. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. (Princess) Surah Olayemi Animashaun, FHTI, has joined family, colleagues, and … Read more
Hon. Anomo described as a tenacious and exemplary public servant. First term hailed for monumental impact on Ikosi-Ejinrin community. Prayers offered for strength, wisdom, health, and long life. The Executive Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area, Otunba-Akogun Wale Raji Anomo, has been honoured with glowing tributes on the occasion of his birthday, as staff … Read more
I have long admired Honourable Abike Dabiri-Erewa for her brilliance and ardour for duty. I believe it will not be an overreach to say she bears the totem of excellence. She comes to any assignment, whether in a private or public office, with gravitas, passion, and humility. I have seen this facility for distinction from … Read more
In every generation, there are leaders whose work transcends their office, leaders who embody the struggles and hopes of their people. For Nigeria, one of such figures is Abike Dabiri Erewa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission. Her role is as demanding as it is emotional, constantly pulling her into … Read more
Higher passport fees cannot stop unofficial payments. Applicants face system glitches and rely on middlemen. Reforms underway, but corruption persists. Despite increasing passport fees, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) acknowledges that applicants still encounter unofficial charges and exploitation, highlighting ongoing challenges within the system. According to Eko Hot Blog, insiders including serving and retired NIS … Read more
Why I’ve Not Appointed Ambassadors Yet – Tinubu Tinubu noted that the process of selecting qualified candidates is complex and requires careful consideration “I still have ambassadorial positions to fill, and many people are interested” – Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged the challenges and delays surrounding the appointment of Nigerian ambassadors, Eko Hot Blog … Read more
I Will Never Take Our Bond for Granted – Shettima to Tinubu Kashim Shettima expressed his deep appreciation to President Bola Tinubu Appreciate countless Nigerians from every walk of life who have felicitate with Jim ok his birthday Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed his deep appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, vowing never to take … Read more
Wike Confirms Death of FCT Head of Service Grace Adayilo Adayilo passed away in the early hours of Monday He described her as a dedicated and hardworking woman The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has confirmed the death of Mrs Grace Adayilo, the pioneer Head of the FCT Civil Service. Eko Hot … Read more
Kwara State’s former Commissioner and PDP stalwart, Abdulraheem Adisa, has given up the ghost in Ilorin, the state capital. The politician died in the wee hours of Thursday December 26, he was aged 91. Arrangements for his burial are underway at the Muslim Public Cemetery in Ilorin, EKOHOTBLOG can exclusively report. EDITOR’S PICKS NNPC Unveils … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the executive management teams for 12 River Basin Development Authorities under the Ministry of Water Resources. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was announced in a statement by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday. The reconstitution, which involves 72 appointees, is … Read more
The Immediate past Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has accused his successor, Monday Okpebholo, of undermining the operations of the Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS). EKO HOT BLOG reports that Obaseki, through his Media Adviser, Crusoe Osagie via a statement, accused Okpebholo of mismanagement, claiming his actions have undermined the advancements made in the state’s … Read more
The former Deputy Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon. Enema Paul, has passed away. He died early Saturday at a private hospital in Abuja following a battle with an undisclosed illness. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better … Read more
Danlami Abdullahi Saku, the Chairman of Katcha Local Government Area in Niger State, has reportedly died following a tragic road accident. According to reports obtained by EKO HOT BLOG on Wednesday, two other individuals in the vehicle sustained varying degrees of injuries in the incident. The accident occurred on Tuesday evening near Kwakuti village along the … Read more
Deputy Superintendent of Customs (Pilot) Olanike Balogun has etched her name in history as the first female pilot in the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), exemplifying resilience and determination in the field of aviation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Balogun, Born in Kaduna and hailing from Odo-Otin Local Government Area in Osun State, began her journey … Read more
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has attributed the decline in societal values in Nigeria to the conduct of the nation’s politicians. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Sanusi urged leaders to prioritize integrity over the pursuit of material wealth on Tuesday, Speaking at the 2024 Annual Conference of the Nkata Ndi Inyom Igbo (NNII) … Read more
The Kaduna State Government has commenced the implementation of the new national minimum wage, with the lowest-paid worker receiving a gross salary of ₦72,000 in November. Malam Ibraheem Musa, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Uba Sani, confirmed this in a statement on Sunday, countering claims by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) that the state had … Read more
Senator Abba Moro, the Senate Minority Leader and representative of Benue South District, has officially launched the long-awaited construction of the 51km Otukpo-Obi-Oju Federal road, which has been in disrepair for years. The road, a crucial link between the Igede-speaking people of Benue State and the Federal Capital Territory (Abuja), passes through the local government … Read more
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, clarified on Thursday that Nigerians expecting his ministry to provide jobs would be disappointed, as job provision is not within its mandate. Speaking at the annual conference of the Federal Capital Territory chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations in Abuja, Dingyadi acknowledged the country’s large … Read more
The Senate on Thursday, received a request from President Bola Tinubu seeking confirmation for the appointments of four nominees to the Police Service Commission. The nominees are: Deputy Inspector General of Police (rtd) Buba Ringim, Hon. Justice Adamu Paul Galumje JSC (rtd.), Christine Ladi Dabup, and Abdulfatah Muhammed. In a letter read by Senate President … Read more
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday inaugurated eight newly appointed Permanent Secretaries and Tutors-General, urging them to uphold integrity and foster collaboration to maintain Lagos as a hub of innovation, development, and inclusivity. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Lagos House, Ikeja, with the governor emphasizing the importance of their leadership roles in … Read more