The Federal Government has urged the National Assembly to consult widely on the Nigerian National Anthem Bill before passing it. Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi criticized the expedited passage of the bill without sufficient stakeholder input. Fagbemi’s comments were made during a public hearing organized by the Senate Committees on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, and … Read more
Senate Votes To Increase CJN Salary To N5.39m, Justices To N4.21m Chief Justice of Nigeria’s salary now stands at N5.39 million monthly. Bill aims to fortify judiciary’s independence and efficacy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate has advanced a bill aiming to bolster the salaries and allowances of judicial officers, marking a significant step in … Read more
Senate forms ad hoc committee to investigate $18.5 billion Abuja Centenary Economic City project Committee tasked with reviewing original PPP agreement and suggesting amendments for project completion Senate urges government support to revive project, highlight its economic potential EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate yesterday set up a seven-member ad hoc committee to investigate what … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Senate has clarified that statements about a potential increase in the age limit to 18 years were individual viewpoints. The Senate stressed that any adjustments to the age limit would require proper legislative procedures, whether they involve lowering or raising the limit. Editor’s Picks Governors Reveals Stands On … Read more
Kaduna Refinery undergoing renovation, set to resume production. Managing Director aims for 60% capacity by December 31st, 202. Senate oversight visit part of efforts to revive all national refineries. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has said the Kaduna Refining and Petrochemicals Company (KRPC) will resume production after the completion … Read more
Tension In Renovated Chambers As Senators Fight Over Seating Arrangement Dispute arises over seating arrangement during session. Senate proceeds into closed-door emergency session following verbal altercation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that tensions flared among senators as they returned to the main chamber of the National Assembly on Tuesday, which had undergone years of renovation. Previously, they … Read more
Senate and House of Reps set to resume plenary in renovated chambers after two-year renovation. Renovation began in April 2022 under Muhammadu Buhari-led administration. National Assembly budgeted over N30 billion for renovation, later reduced to N9 billion after public outcry. EKO HOT BLOG reports that members of the Senate and House of Representatives are set … Read more
US House approves $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Bill garners bipartisan support despite opposition from some Republican hardliners. Legislation now advances to Senate for consideration and final approval. Eko hot blog reports that In a rare show of bipartisan support, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a $95 billion aid package … Read more
Senate to meet with Minister of Power and stakeholders on electricity tariff hike National Assembly postpones plenary resumption for chamber renovation Federal Government approves 300% tariff increase for Band A consumers EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate has said it will meet with the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and other stakeholders over the recent … Read more
Rafiu Ibrahim is an ally of former Senate President Bukola Saraki. He represented Kwara South Senatorial District between 2015 and 2019. The late politician unsuccessfully attempted to return to the Senate in 2019 and 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator Rafiu Ibrahim, an ally of former Kwara State Governor and Nigeria’s Senate President, Bukola … Read more
There was a recent public spat between the camps of Kaduna governor and the immediate past governor of the state. The spat, which occurred during the weekend, centered on a foreign loan taken by former Governor El-Rufai. Shehu Sani, who opposed the loan in 2018, has now reacted to the controversy. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
Godswill Akpabio along with Benjamin Kalu, attended the 148th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Geneva, Switzerland. Akpabio and his delegations were welcomed by Nigeria’s Ambassador to Switzerland and the South African Ambassador. He was nominated to the Preparatory Committee for the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament of the IPU. Eko Hot … Read more
Senate resolves to honor late Olubadan, Oba Lekan Balogun, by dedicating Committee Room in his memory. Oba Balogun passed away on March 14, 2024, at age 81, after serving as Olubadan since March 11, 2022. Former senator from Oyo Central, Balogun chaired National Planning Committee and actively participated in various Senate committees. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Senate approves Student Loan Act (Repeal & Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024. Committee report presented during plenary; Tinubu sends Bill to National Assembly. Bill aims for interest-free loans, referred for further work. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Senate on Wednesday, March 20, passed the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024. The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) foresee a slight decrease in the pump price of Petrol once production resumes at the Port Harcourt Refining Company next month. According to PUNCH, IPMAN and MEMAN have also declared their readiness to … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that The Nigerian Senate has expressed outrage over the tragic deaths of 16 Nigerian Army personnel during a peacekeeping mission in the Okuama Community of Delta State. Editor’s Pick: BREAKING: SSANU, NASU Begin Strike, Ground Varsities Zamfara Lawmakers Flee State, Citing Threats To Their Lives Black Market USD To Naira Exchange … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senator Abdul Ningi has alleged that the Senate is making attempts to arrest him over his allegation of padding in the 2024 appropriation budget to the tune of N3.7 trillion. Recall that the Senate suspended Ningi for three months for claiming that projects worth N3.7 trillion in the 2024 budget were … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Senate, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and the Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igwe, entered into a closed-door meeting on Wednesday over growing insecurity in the nation’s capital city, Abuja. The Senate convened during the Wednesday plenary and decided around 12:20 pm to postpone the first … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a pivotal session at the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele representing Ekiti Central Senatorial District took the floor to address the ongoing 2024 budget discussions, urging his colleagues to focus on stability within the Senate and the equitable distribution of funds rather than individual personalities. Editor’s Pick FG To Establish … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, has accused “some so-called senior senators” in the national assembly of getting N500 million each from the 2024 budget. He made the allegation on Tuesday during plenary in defence of Senator Abdul Ningi who had been under fire for allegedly … Read more