Eko Hot Blog reports that former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Adamu, has announced his retirement from politics. Adamu stated that he is beginning to develop an allergy to political activities. The ex-APC Chairman disclosed this at the launch of a book titled ‘Progressive Governance, Showcasing The Achievements of His Excellency, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Supreme Court Judge, Justice Amina Augie, has left the bench, having attained the retirement age of 70. This online media platform reports that Aguie, who was the sixth female justice of the Supreme Court, officially retired on Thursday at the valedictory service held in her honour in Abuja. EDITOR’S … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced the sack of all management staff with less than fifteen months to statutory retirement. The NNPC in a statement released to that effect said all affected management members in that category will be exiting the company today, September 19, 2023. EDITOR’S … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Police Service Commission has ordered four senior Deputy Inspectors-General of Police, Dan-Mallam Mohammed, Moses Jitiboh, Hafiz Inuwa and Adeleke Bode to immediately proceed on compulsory retirement for failing to retire following the appointment of their colleague, Olukayode Egbetokun, as the acting Inspector-General of Police. The PSC, however, approved the … Read more
Vice President Shettima decorated Kayode Egbetokun as the new Inspector General of Police. Acting IGP Egbetokun is due to retire on September 4, 2024. Tinubu’s appointment of Egbetokun mirrors Buhari’s. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday decorated Kayode Egbetokun as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP). Recall that President … Read more
The Nigerian Immigration Service Comptroller General, Isah Jere, has been directed to proceed on retirement by the federal government through the governing board of the NIS. The directive was contained in a letter dated April 17, 2023, with code number CDCFIB/APPT.CG&DCG/61/VOL.IV/74. Prior to the government directive, the outgoing NIS boss had been accused of making … Read more
Varane has announced his retirement from International Football. According to him, he will focus strictly on Club football. The French defender made a total of 93 appearances for Les Blues and scored five goals, with his debut coming way back in 2013. EKO HOT BLOG reports that France and Manchester United centre-back Raphael Varane has … Read more
PSC has directed officers due for retirement to proceed. The directive was given in a statement on Tuesday by the PSC spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani. According to the PSC spokesman, the ongoing campaign for the extension of the tenures of some senior officers is unnecessary. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Police Service Commission (PSC) has … Read more
Former Chelsea and Super Eagles Midfielder, John Mikel Obi has retired from football after 20 years of professional career. Eko Hot Blog reports that the former Nigeria National team captain took to his Instagram account on 27 September 2022 to announce his retirement from professional football. EDITOR’S PICK ‘He’s A Fantastic, Top Quality Player’ … Read more
Tyson Fury Has Announces Retirement From Boxing EKO HOT BLOG reports that Two-time world heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury has announced his retirement from boxing. The British in a post on his social media page on Saturday disclosed that he would retire from boxing when he turns 34. EDITOR’S PICK EPL: Arsenal Close In On £40m … Read more
Nigerian Governors Has Urged Buhari To Sack Workers Above 50 Years EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian Governors have advised President Muhammadu Buhari to retire all federal civil servants who are older than 50 years. This online media platform gathered that the governors also advised the federal government to raise taxes across boars as … Read more
At the age of 40, former Manchester United and Atletico Madrid striker, Diego Forlán, announced his retirement on Wednesday, drawing the curtains on a 21-year career. The former Uruguay forward, who also turned for Villarreal and Internazionale, revealed his decision via Twitter, writing: “After 21 years I made the decision to end my career as … Read more
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has on Monday, commended President Muhammadu Buhari’s acceptance of the voluntary retirement of ex-Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen. Before his retirement, Mr Onnoghen was being tried by the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) for alleged false assets declaration. Mr Onnoghen wrote a retirement letter in April after he was … Read more
Barcelona legend, Xavi Hernandez, has announced his plans to retire from professional football at the end of this season. The former Barcelona midfielder, who currently plays for Qatari side, Al Sadd, which he joined in 2015, after bringing his long association with Barcelona to an end, feels it is time at 39. “This is my … Read more
Cheers and applause reigned supreme at the Radisson Blu Hotel, GRA, Ikeja as former Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Mr. Fatai Owoseni, was treated to a lavish retirement party by close friends and associates. Mr. Owoseni delivering his speech The amiable gentleman and thoroughbred professional who took a bow after 35 years of meritorious … Read more