The U.S. House of Representatives has voted down a spending bill backed by President-elect Donald Trump, increasing the likelihood of a partial government shutdown as millions of Americans prepare for holiday travel. The bill, which was rejected 174 to 235 on Thursday evening, faced opposition from nearly all Democrats and 38 hard-right Republicans. They opposed … Read more
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced the commencement of strict measures, including the potential shutdown of Point of Sales (PoS) businesses that have failed to register by the September 5 deadline. This was disclosed in a public notice released on Friday. The Commission expressed concerns over the low compliance with its registration directive and … Read more
FAAN Shuts Down KFC Branch Over Discrimination Against Former Ogun gov’s Son. Closure prompted by social media report alleging discriminatory treatment of Passenger with Reduced Mobility. FAAN management intervenes swiftly, launches investigation into the allegation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has closed down a branch of the popular food … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that In a violent showdown between rival bandit factions in Zamfara State, numerous casualties have been reported as gunfire erupted in the Hayin Alhaji to Munhayforest area of Tsafe local government. Editor’s Pick: Dodging A Bullet: Why Nigerian Youth Should Be Thankful Obi Lost Leatherback Ready To Spread Its Wings After … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Jubilee Syringe Manufacturing Ltd. (JSM) has clarified that the company is presently undergoing a strategic restructuring of its business operations in Nigeria, dispelling rumors of an imminent shutdown. The managing director of the VKS Group of Companies, Onur Kumral, made this clarification in an effort to dismiss the earlier report … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government on Thursday announced closure of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos starting from midnight of Saturday, Oct. 21 to midnight of Sunday Oct. 22 to carry out repairs. The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, in a statement, said the government was ready … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Osun State government has ordered the immediate closure of the state polytechnic in Iree for two weeks. This online media platform reports that the government also froze the school accounts with immediate effect. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: ‘Abuja Like Other States’ – Tribunal Dismisses LP’s 25% FCT Votes Claim BREAKING: … Read more
Report reaching Ekohotblog says that Access Bank Plc is set to close more than 300 of its branches nationwide in a bid cut down running costs as a result of the pandemic outbreak coronavirus otherwise called COVID-19. This online news platform understands that the move comes in the wake of a statement made by the … Read more