Abbas rated most loved Speaker by colleagues Praised for inclusive, accessible leadership Noted for improving legislative welfare and process A recent survey of 50 members of the House of Representatives has named Speaker Tajudeen Abbas the most loved presiding officer in Nigeria’s democratic history. Eko Hot Blog reports that the survey—covering an equal mix of … Read more
The House of Representatives has introduced the Counter Subversion Bill 2024, which proposes severe penalties for Nigerians who refuse to recite the national anthem. Under the proposed legislation, individuals who fail to recite the national anthem could face a fine of N5 million, a 10-year prison sentence, or both. The same penalties would apply to … Read more
Former Speaker of the House, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has resigned, leaving his seat vacant. He cited his new role as Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu in his resignation letter. Gbajabiamila expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Following the resignation of the former Speaker of the House of … Read more
EKOHOT BLOG reports that the Coalition of Northern Groups, CNG has rejected the adoption of the former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio and a member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, as the next Senate President and Speaker of the House of the Green Chamber, respectively. The group also called … Read more
Gbajabiamila has denied endorsing Abbas for the position of Speaker. He made this known during a meeting with speakership aspirants. Gbajabiamila also refuted claims that he had requested any candidate to withdraw from the race in favour of Abbas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in the build-up to the inauguration of the 10th National Assembly … Read more
Fire has razed the Kogi State House of Assembly complex. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kogi State House of Assembly building has been razed by fire. This online news platform gathered that the Chambers and Gallery of the House of Assembly were completely burnt by the inferno. EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: Gridlock As Tinubu’s Supporters … Read more
Chief Wale Mogaji challenged the claim that he wasn’t a good leader as the LAHASCOM Boss The declining fortune of our commission started when Obasa held up to our funds and started his draconian policies – Wale Mogaji EDITOR’S PICK: ‘I Will Seek Redress In Court’ – Sacked Lagos Assembly Commission Boss Lagos Assembly Speaks … Read more
Lawmakers in Zamfara State have impeached the Deputy Governor of the state, Mr Mahdi Gusau. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Mr Gusau was impeached during plenary session on Wednesday shortly after the House received the report from the committee set up by the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Kulu Aliyu, to investigate the allegations … Read more
Lagos Assembly Passes N1.7tn Budget For 2022 EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly on Wednesday evening passed the year 2022 budget estimate with a slight increase of the grand total from the initial N1.38 trillion to N1.758 trillion. The budget was passed at a sitting presided over by the Speaker … Read more