EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senator Abdul Ningi (Bauchi Central-PDP) has raised concerns regarding the implementation of a budget purportedly not approved by the National Assembly under the leadership of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In response to these claims, the Senate has announced its intention to convene and address the matter on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Bandits … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chairman of the Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Felix Hassan Hyat, has raised concerns about the alleged intentions of the APC to manipulate rerun elections across seven local government areas through undemocratic means. The by-elections are slated to occur in Kaduna South, Chikun, Kauru, Igabi, Kudan, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the abducted chairman of Akwanga local government area of Nasarawa state, Hon Safiyanu Isa Andaha, and his political godfather, Adamu Umar Custom, have regained their freedom. This online media platform recalls that the duo were abducted by men suspected to be bandits on New Year’s Day. EDITOR’S PICKS [BREAKING] 2024: Tinubu … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has been ordered to pay the sum of N500 million to the governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Murtala Ajaka, for violating his fundamental rights. The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday gave the ordered. EDITOR’S PICKS APC Wins In … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Judicial Council (NJC) may on Friday forward the names of 11 successful candidates for the position of Supreme Court justices to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointment. It also gathered that 22 priority and reserved candidates were shortlisted and screened on Tuesday at the Committee Room of the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has identified why there may be violence in the forthcoming governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi State. Speaking on behalf of the party yesterday in Abuja, PDP National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature, said one of the issues instrumental to electoral violence is delay in … Read more
Kano APC condemns structure demolition as “barbaric.” Urges affected individuals to seek legal remedies, parents to advise against destructive actions, and security agencies to restore public confidence. The party assured support during challenging period. EKO HOT BLOG the All Progressives Congress in Kano State has strongly criticized the ongoing demolition of structures by the government … Read more
The Coalition of Pastoralists Association of Nigeria expressed their dissatisfaction with President Buhari’s leadership, claiming that he has failed to engage with herders since taking office. They called on the new administration to create a ministry of livestock and do better at unifying farmers and herders. Meanwhile, Umar denied that herdsmen were responsible for recent … Read more
IPOB has warned against linking Peter Obi to the US envoy attack in Anambra State. The group described the allegations as mere demonizatio. According to the IPOB Spokesman, Obi is innocent and his mandate cannot be thwarted. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a warning to individuals who … Read more
INEC has made necessary arrangements for the ongoing rerun election in Zamfara State. The commission has distributed materials for the election rerun in six local government areas. Security agencies have also promised protection for voters during the elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said necessary arrangements had been … Read more
The Lagos government said it had observed a culture of impunity that involves security agencies flouting traffic rules in the state. The government said security agents are not above the rules and regulations. It, therefore, warned them against flouting traffic rules in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has warned the … Read more
COSEYL has slammed the DSS and the Nigeria Police over the arrest of Eze Fredrick Nwajagu. COSEYL are demanding the release of the Igbo leader and have spoken out against the injustice faced by the Igbo people in Lagos. The group claims that Nwajagu’s arrest is an insult and affront to the entire Igbo nation. … Read more
Fredrick Nwajagu, has been arrested by security agencies for threatening to invite members of the IPOB to secure the properties of Igbo people in Lagos State. Imo Ikenga Ugochinyere, the Spokesman for the CUPP has condemned the arrest and called for the release of the Igbo leader. Ugochinyere argued that arresting Nwajagu without first arresting … Read more
By Philip Ibitoye Security, undoubtedly, is germane to the sustainability of any society. Safety of lives and properties is fundamental to key issues in national development. Therefore any political agenda that prioritised security is worthy of media engagement. Editorial considerations are befitting of the manifesto of Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives … Read more
Adeleke has warned Osun transport unions against violence, calling for peace. Eko Hot Blog reports that Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has warned transport union workers in the state to shun violence. EDITOR’S PICKS Adeleke Directs LG Heads To Replace Dismissed Chairmen In Osun Group Accuses Nigerian Army Of Aiding Violence In Osun Osun: Adeleke … Read more
Ghana has retracted an advisory asking Ghanaians to avoid non-essential travel to Abuja. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ghanaian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has retracted a travel advisory it issued to its citizens against travelling to Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. EDITOR’S PICKS Troops Neutralise Bandit Leader, Repel Attack In Kaduna Republicans Win … Read more
Security agencies are set to deploy joint teams to prevent further attacks on INEC facilities. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that joint teams of security operatives will be deployed to all its facilities across the country. EDITOR’S PICKS FAKE NEWS ALERT: INEC Disowns Statement Announcing Probe Of … Read more
The Management of Jabi Lake Mall in Abuja’s Utako District has reopened the store to patrons and employees. Eko Hot Blog reports that the mall on Friday posted on Instagram to proclaim its reopening and to ask for assistance from the security forces conducting searches. EDITOR’S PICKS Panic As Masked Gunmen Kidnap Motorist In Broad … Read more
Joint security personnel have detained 30 fighters and five commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in the Federal Capital Territory. Eko Hot Blog reports that agents from the Department of State Services (DSS), the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), and other security agencies apprehended the ISWAP members. EDITOR’S … Read more
Adewale Gomez says the perpetrators of an attack on Jandor’s campaign train must be brought to book. Eko Hot Blog reports that candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for the Lagos Central Senatorial District, Prince Adewale Gomez (Adaba-1), has called for the arrest of those who perpetrated the attack on the party’s governorship candidate … Read more