The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has appointed a new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agriculture Lending (NIRSAL), along with new board members. Jude Nnadozie, Head of Corporate Communications at NIRSAL Plc, confirmed the appointments in a recent statement. Babajide Arowosafe has been named the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that organizers of the #EndBadGovernance protests have issued a 17-point ultimatum to the Federal Government ahead of their planned nationwide demonstration on October 1, 2024. Their demands include the immediate release of all detained protesters, the unfreezing of their assets, and compensation for the distress they endured during peaceful demonstrations. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Ola Olukoyede appoints Michael Nzekwe as chief of staff at EFCC. EFCC restructures with upgraded zonal commands to departments and 14 new directors. Security unit becomes a department, new department created in the chairman’s office, headed by Friday Ebelo. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chair of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, … Read more
The Lagos Water Corporation is currently undergoing a restructuring exercise. The corporation’s boss commends the staff for their dedication and commitment. He notes that change is inevitable for positive impact in the corporation. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Managing Director of the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC), Engr. Mukhtaar Temitope Tijani, has commended the corporation’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the federal government of Nigeria has inaugurated the Committee to oversee the implementation of the suggestions in Oronsaye report and White Papers concerning the reorganization and streamlining of Federal Government parastatals, agencies, and commissions. Akume outlined the general guidelines of the Committee as follows: “Review current mandates to understand the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Pan-Yoruba social political group, Afenifere, has declared that the blueprint for restructuring Nigeria is ready, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has no excuse not to implement it, having been elected on the group’s platform and ideology. The Publicity Secretary of Afenifere, Mogaji Gboyega Adejumo, disclosed this on Tuesday while … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has ordered the full implementation of the Oronsaye report. This was contained in a press statement issued on Monday by the special Adviser to the president on media and publicity Ajuri Ngelale. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Tinubu Swears In New NPC Commissioner, Leads FEC Meeting JUST IN: … Read more
In a bold step towards reshaping Nigeria’s political landscape, some members of the House of Representatives have initiated a compelling push for constitutional reforms aimed at reinstating the parliamentary system of government. The lawmakers, not less than 60 in number, are proposing a bill to alter the 1999 constitution to return the country to parliamentary … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Debo Ologunagba, has advocated for a significant amendment to Nigeria’s constitution regarding the inauguration of newly-elected presidents. In an interview with Punch on Wednesday, Ologunagba suggested that a president-elect should not be officially sworn into office until after the court … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has announced an over 37-member constitution review committee on the 1999 constitution. During plenary on Wednesday, Akpabio announced that the committee will be chaired by the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin. The committee would also comprise one lawmaker from each geopolitical zone and the Federal Capital … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Jubilee Syringe Manufacturing Ltd. (JSM) has clarified that the company is presently undergoing a strategic restructuring of its business operations in Nigeria, dispelling rumors of an imminent shutdown. The managing director of the VKS Group of Companies, Onur Kumral, made this clarification in an effort to dismiss the earlier report … Read more
Atiku says he started advocating for restructuring back in 2004. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has said he started advocating for restructuring in the North in 2004. The former Vice President said the idea of restructuring was met with strong resistance from Northern Governors … Read more
Tambuwal said the nation cannot shy away from restructuring even though it means different things to different people The former speaker said he has the right qualities to lead Nigeria and want the delegates to vote with clear mind devoid of sentiments EDITOR’S PICK Accountant General Suspended Over Alleged ₦80bn Fraud EFCC Arrests Former NDDC … Read more
World Igbo Congress Sends Huge Message To Nigerian Govt On Restructuring EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Houston-based sociopolitical organization, World Igbo Congress (WIC) on Tuesday said if the government continue to disregard restructuring Nigeria, “retaining a president of Igbo extraction is nonsense”. In a tweet on its known handle, WIC argued that taking into … Read more
Ekiti State Gov Fayemi says Nigeria must embrace restructuring of the country’s political and administrative system before it is too late. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi has called for the restructuring of the political and administrative system of Nigeria through a national dialogue. He urged the Federal Government to … Read more
The former INEC boss said it would be difficult to restructure Nigeria if inflamed passion and antagonistic positions are allowed to dominate national discourse EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, has said there is a need for the country to embark on short-term … Read more
The former INEC boss noted that lack of restructuring would lead to perpetual instability and poor management of diversity… A former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Attahiru Jega, has lent his voice to the need for the Federal Government to restructure its current federal system for the country to grow and … Read more
“If you ask many Nigerians what are they going to restructure, you will find out that they have nothing to talk about. Some of them have not even studied the 1999 constitution. The 1999 constitution is almost 70 to 80 percent 1979 constitution. President Muhammadu Buhari has vowed that his administration will not restructure the … Read more
“We do so because such a decision will lessen tensions between farmers and herders” The Big shots and stalwarts of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the South West have made their position known on topical and contentious issue in the country, especially as it concerns restructuring and opening grazing.  They expressed their unequivocal … Read more
“Whatever challenges we have today as a nation, can and will be surmounted” The federal government has said it’s not against the demand to restructure the country, noting that such agitation is legitimate and rationale. It however said clamour for secession was unacceptable, noting that the government would continue to do everything to keep the … Read more