Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu urged Ndigbo to support the 1999 Constitution review and collaborate on South-East development during a meeting with the South-East Legislators Forum. Kalu emphasized the importance of unity, urging an end to sit-at-home orders, saying, “Unity is power; we must come together for growth.” Kalu urged lawmakers to back the South East … Read more
Hon. Chidi Obetta, the representative for Nsukka/Igbo-Eze South Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, has declared that Adada State will be the first state to be created from the South East region. Speaking at his 2nd Town Hall Meeting held over the weekend at the Princess Alexandra Auditorium, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Obetta highlighted … Read more
The Federal Government has reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to addressing the security challenges in the South-East region. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News Host Pete Hegseth As Defence Secretary Sanwo-Olu Appoints Barr. Rekiya Olufunke Hassan as new Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA Meter Replacement Violations Will Face Penalties – FCCPC To Ikeja, Eko DisCos EKO … Read more
The Abia State Police Command has clarified the circumstances surrounding the arrest of the Labour Party’s National Vice Chairman for the South-East, Ceekay Igara, on Saturday, stating that he was invited following a petition from the party’s acting state chairman accusing him of impersonation. This clarification was made in a statement issued by the command’s … Read more
As of September 6, 2024, at least five tertiary institutions in the South-East have received funds from the Federal Government’s student loan scheme, according to data from the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). This development addresses previous concerns that NELFUND was neglecting South-East institutions in its disbursement process. NELFUND clarified that it was not deliberately … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Pan-Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has commended Igbos worldwide for their steadfast support and adherence to the decision to abstain from the recent nationwide protests. In a statement on Thursday, Secretary-General Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro said, “We, the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, wish to express our profound gratitude to all Igbos at … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that both the Senate and House of Representatives on Tuesday, passed bills advocating for the creation of Adada and Etiti states in the South-East. Senator Okey Ezea of the Labour Party, representing Enugu North, sponsored the bill for Adada State. He described the move as bold and justified, noting that the agitation … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that former Senate President and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, is set to join the party. Eko Hot Blog reports that the APC stated that it has made significant efforts to attract the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Leader, and … Read more
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide accuses the federal government of marginalizing Igbos through fewer states, ministerial slots, and neglect in infrastructure development, along with the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has accused the federal government of marginalizing the Igbo people in Nigeria. The President General of the group, Chief … Read more
APGA criticized APC’s Ganduje for suggesting Anambra’s political isolation due to APGA’s minority status. APGA’s spokesperson highlighted Anambra’s performance under APGA governance, dismissing Ganduje’s remarks. He emphasized Anambra’s progressive growth and numerous awards, affirming its commitment to maintain its achievements. Eko Hot Blog reports that The All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, has criticized the National … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has vowed that the worrisome rise in insecurity in the South East will end two minutes after his release. Kanu, who has been in the custody of the Department of State Services since his arrest in 2021, made … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the incarcerated leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has requested the Federal High Court to transfer him to Kuje prison. He claimed that the Department of State Services lacks adequate medical facilities for his treatment and suggested that there is a plot for him to perish … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has again been denied bail. Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja denied bail to the IPOB leader during the resumed hearing on Tuesday. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Army Rescues 16 Kidnapped Victims In Kaduna … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Flood, attributed to pipeline installation by oil companies, has inflicted significant damage on Obiakpu community in Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State. Editor’s Pick FG Launches Vocational Training Program, Offers N500,000 Grants For Prisoners Details Of FEC Meeting Presided By Tinubu Emerge Ningi: What Are You Hiding From Nigerians? … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a nominee for membership of the Central Bank of Nigeria Board of Directors, Urum Kalu Eke has declined the offer stating that he was currently engaged in the World Bank. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation at Crossroads: Balancing Health and Hardship in Nigeria’s Sachet Alcohol Ban Cement Hits N11,000 Per Bag In … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Peter Ede, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ebonyi State. A former federal lawmaker who represented Ezza North/Ishielu Federal Constituency, alongside his huge number of supporters, joined the ruling party at an event which took place at the state … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the anti-graft agency’s head of media and publicity, Dele Oyewale, announced this in a statement on Monday, revealing that the suspects were apprehended by commission agents in Enugu State. “The all-male suspects were arrested on Friday, February 9, 2024, in an intelligence-driven sting operation at various locations within Enugu State,” … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the factional apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has recognised the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, as the political leader of the SouthEast region, just like the late Dim Odumegwu Ojukwu, Dr. Alex Ekwueme and other prominent figures during their time. In a statement, yesterday, by its Secretary-General, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Supreme Court today rejected a plea for the immediate release of Nnamdi Kanu, the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The apex court, in a judgment delivered by Justice Emmanuel Agim but written by Justice Garba Lawal, voided the October 2022 ruling by the Court of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the best option to end the insecurity in the South East is a non-kinetic approach. He stated this on Tuesday when he received a delegation led by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, on a courtesy visit to the … Read more