Ali Ndume, the lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial District, has threatened to leave the All Progressives Congress (APC) if the party’s leadership permits it. Speaking on Channels Television on Thursday, Ndume revealed that he had considered leaving the ruling party earlier but stayed due to his close relationship with President Bola Tinubu. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: … Read more
Ndume Claims Politicians’ Corruption is “People-Driven” Advocates Death Penalty for Stealing Over One Trillion Naira Supports Capital Punishment for Drug Dealers as Deterrent Eko Hot Blog reports that in a controversial statement, the Chief Whip of the Senate, Ali Ndume, has defended corruption among politicians, claiming it is “people-driven” and should not result in severe … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chief Whip of the Senate, Ali Ndume, has explained the difference between corruption by politicians and other people. Ndume said corruption in Nigerian politics is people-driven and should not warrant any serious punishment. The senator admitted that politicians “steal and share with the people”. He stated this on Tuesday … Read more
Sen. Ndume Urges Careful Review Of Cybersecurity Laws After Levy Suspensions President Tinubu suspends levy after public outcry. Ndume calls for careful review of cybercrime laws. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senate Chief Whip, Ali Ndume, has asserted that the federal government rushed into implementing the cybersecurity levy without thoroughly examining its details. He criticized the … Read more
Audio Issues Plague Renovated Chamber Lack of Electronic Voting Devices Criticized Seating Arrangement Draws Ire from Senators Eko Hot Blog reports that, raising concerns about the recently renovated Senate Chamber, Senator Ali Ndume voiced his dissatisfaction with the quality of work. Moreover, the Senate Chief Whip highlighted the absence of electronic voting devices, a crucial … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the claim made by the currently suspended Bauchi Central Senator, Abdul Ningi, alleging the inclusion of N3.7 Billion in the 2024 budget has raised concerns regarding the budget’s integrity and the allocation of funds for lawmakers’ constituency projects. During a Senate plenary session last Tuesday, this allegation prompted discussions among senators. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief Whip of the Senate, Ali Ndume, has clarified the issue bordering on the controversial Presidential yacht said to be worth about N5 billion. Ndume made this clarification while speaking on the review of the supplementary budget on Arise Television’s Morning show on Friday. The All Progressives Congress Senator … Read more
The Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2023 general election, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu said there is no plan to Islamise Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Asiwaju Tinubu clearly stated that he has no agenda to Islamise Nigeria owing to the rumours after the selection of his Vice. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more