Speaker Tajuden Abass Speaks on Oil reliance He calls for diversity in Nigeria’s Economy He urges Nigerian Youths to seek opportunities in Entrepreneurship The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Tajudeen Abbas, has emphasized that Nigeria’s over-reliance on oil will lead to greater inequality, widespread poverty, and mass unemployment. Speaking at the 14th convocation … Read more
Nigeria’s Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has confirmed that the 10th Senate will be actively involved in the burial of former Senate President, Dr. Joseph Wayas. Akpabio made this statement during a courtesy visit by a Cross River State delegation, led by former Justice Minister Chief Kanu Agabi, who came to formally invite the Senate to … Read more
Senators on Thursday, passed a vote of confidence in Senate President Godswill Akpabio, following rumors of an alleged plan to impeach him. The vote came amid reports that some senators were plotting to remove Akpabio from office. Speculation surfaced on Wednesday through online media, suggesting that the presidency had deployed a significant number of Department … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the National Assembly to expedite action on clarifying the scope of the new national minimum wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero made this appeal on Monday during a book launch in Abuja. It should be recalled that on July 24, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, during a plenary session, … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has yielded to pressure from lawmakers by conferring the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), the nation’s second-highest national honor, on the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was disclosed on Friday in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser … Read more
The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared Thursday, October 3, and Friday, October 4, as public holidays in preparation for the upcoming local government elections in the state. In a statewide address on Wednesday, Fubara emphasized his government’s commitment to upholding the Constitution of Nigeria, adhering to the rule of law, and promoting … Read more
The Senate has summoned the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, to address the deteriorating condition of the Old Oyo-Ogbomosho road. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the decision was made on Wednesday, October 2, following a motion of urgent public importance raised by Senator Buhari Abdulfatai (APC-Oyo North). Senator Abdulfatai stressed the road’s critical importance … Read more
President Bola Tinubu announced on Tuesday that the Federal Government will soon reveal the recipients of Nigeria’s National Honours for 2024. This announcement came during his address to the nation, marking the country’s 64th Independence Anniversary. “As is the tradition, the government will soon announce all the beneficiaries of our national honours for 2024,” President … Read more
Former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim defects from PDP to APC during a campaign event in Abakaliki, joined by other prominent political figures. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former President of the Senate, Anyim Pius Anyim, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made at … Read more
Former Senate President Joseph Wayas’ remains arrive in Nigeria for burial, nearly three years after his death in London, surprising many who believed he had been buried abroad. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the remains of the late former Senate President Joseph Wayas have arrived in Nigeria for burial, exactly two years and nine months after his … Read more
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied plans to run for the 2027 presidential election with Nasir El-Rufai. Akpabio dismissed circulating posters suggesting his candidacy as the work of mischief-makers. He emphasized his focus on supporting President Tinubu’s administration and called for an investigation into the origin of the misleading posters. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senate … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared that its strike action will go on as planned. The union made the declaration after it met governors and National Assembly leaders on Sunday alongside the Trade Union Congress (TUC). EDITOR’S PICKS Win-Win Scenarios: How Nigerians Are The Biggest Beneficiaries Of Atiku And … Read more
Senate President Akpabio and the Nigeria Governors Forum call for an emergency meeting with Organized Labour. The meeting is scheduled for tonight, according to sources familiar with the matter. Nigeria Labour Congress announced an indefinite strike starting June 3, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a bid to avert the planned nationwide strike, Senate President … 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
Middle Belt Youths Forum slams Akpabio for criticizing Emefiele Accuses Senate President of patronizing executive, seeking favors Defends Emefiele’s handling of naira, calls out Akpabio’s alleged corruption Eko Hot Blog reports that the Middle Belt Youths Forum (MBYF) has come out swinging against Senate President Godswill Akpabio for his recent comments demonizing former CBN Governor … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports the Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has suggested a decisive punishment for judges misusing ex parte orders, especially in addressing political matters. ‘Ex parte’ is a term commonly employed in civil procedure to describe motions seeking orders that can be granted without the need for a response from the opposing party. Editor’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Senate under the leadership of senator Godswill Akpabio is set to review the three-month suspension handed to Bauchi Central Senator, Abdul Ningi, over his allegation of a N3.7 trillion padding of the 2024 budget. Senate President Godswill Akpabio who gave the update on Friday, said Ningi’s suspension would … Read more
– Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlights parliamentary diplomacy’s critical role in achieving world peace and resolving conflicts. – Akpabio emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts among nations to address global challenges effectively. – He calls for unity, collective action, and increased peace-building capacity across sovereign states. Eko hot blog reports that In a powerful … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday warned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to stop meddling in the affairs of the National Assembly. This is even as it said the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has done nothing wrong to warrant quitting his position over the suspension of Senator Abdul Ningi. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday, called for Senate President Senator Godswill Akpabio to promptly step aside and facilitate an independent investigation into allegations regarding the discreet insertion of a significant N3.7 trillion into the 2024 budget for purported non-existent projects. In a statement issued by the national publicity secretary … Read more