Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara to remain steadfast despite the political challenges confronting his administration. Addressing the ongoing tensions between Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, now Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Jonathan described the challenges as opportunities for growth, likening them to battles that prepare one … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declined to appear before the Judicial Commission of Inquiry established by the Rivers State Government to probe arson, killings, and the destruction of property in several local government headquarters. The seven-member panel, led by Justice Ibiwengi Minakiri, was inaugurated by Governor Siminalayi Fubara in … Read more
Mutiu Akinbami, the former councillor of Abeokuta North Local Government Area in Ogun State, also known as Igor, has been shot dead. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Akinbami was killed on Friday night by gunmen while riding a motorcycle with his daughter in Abeokuta, the state capital. The incident occurred around 6:13 p.m., between the … Read more
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticized Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s donation of 100 vehicles to the State Police Command, calling it a “gross misplacement of priority.” The APC argues that this action is out of touch with the current economic realities and the pressing needs of the residents. In a … Read more
The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Martin Amaewhule, has given Governor Siminialayi Fubara a seven-day ultimatum to re-present the 2024 budget to the House. Eko Hot Blog report that the faction of the state assembly loyal to the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, made this demand during a resumed sitting … Read more
Fubara: ‘You’re Known For Lying, Disrespecting Elders’ – Ex-Rivers Gov Slams Wike Wike’s recent statement labeling certain PDP leaders in Rivers State as “expired politicians and buccaneers” sparks controversy. Omehia condemns Wike’s unchecked outbursts and advises him to focus on his duties in Abuja, highlighting Wike’s inconsistency and disrespect towards elders. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more