Ekohotblog reports that the Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has warned that her Ministry will take legal action against states that have failed to distribute empowerment sewing machines provided by the Federal Government for women across the country. During a two-day capacity-building workshop in Abuja, attended by Commissioners for Women Affairs from all 36 … Read more
The Federal Executive Council deferred the decision on the new minimum wage memo due to the involvement of multiple stakeholders including local governments, states, the federal government, and labour unions. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has deferred the memo on the new minimum wage. This online media platform learned that … 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
Cholera outbreak in Nigeria claims 30 lives, 1,141 suspected cases NBMA urges public to exercise caution, prioritize health and safety Hygiene practices crucial in preventing spread of disease The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) has called for caution as Nigeria battles a cholera outbreak that has claimed 30 lives and recorded 1,141 suspected cases. The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that In a concerning update, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has sounded the alarm on Lassa fever, confirming a staggering 411 cases and 72 deaths spread across 21 states and 78 local government areas. Editor’s pick: Lagos Elevator Crash: Stakeholders Meet To Discuss Safety Standards Yoruba Leaders … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that it has become a matter of great concern that Nigerians nationwide have been experiencing distressingly frequent electricity power disruptions, resulting in immense difficulties for businesses, unbearable heat for families, and hindered provision of essential services. Gaining insight into the causes of these consistent blackouts is of utmost importance in effectively dealing … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a total of 191 lawyers, including 16 Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs), have committed to prosecuting 1,076 electoral offenders profiled by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The 1,076 electoral offenders were arrested in 35 states across the country during the February and March 2023 general elections, the electoral umpire said, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the federal government has announced a N5 billion palliative for each state of the federation, including the federal capital territory (FCT), to cushion the impact of the removal of the petrol subsidy. Babagana Zulum, governor of Borno state, made the announcement in Abuja on Thursday when he spoke to State … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has warned some states in the country to prepare for flooding in the month of August as a result of heavy rainfall. NEMA in a statement on Monday by its Lagos Territorial Coordinator, Ibrahim Farinloye said the states to be affected include Kwara, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that candidates hailing from eight states, who have yet to settle their outstanding fees with the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), will unfortunately not receive their 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results. This announcement was made by WAEC during a press conference held on Monday at the WAEC … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday evening met with governors of states that share boundary with Niger Republic. The meeting was part of consultations by the President on the situation in Niger. The governors who met the president at Aso Rock are Ahmed Aliyu (Sokoto), Umar Namadi (Jigawa), Mai … Read more
The Presidential Election Petition Court in Abuja has admitted results sheets from 17 states as evidence in Peter Obi’s petition challenging President Bola Tinubu’s victory in the February poll. Obi alleges electoral malpractices by INEC and Tinubu, presenting numerous documentary evidence. Respondents’ lawyers object to the admissibility of the documents, and the court … Read more
INEC has revealed that over 6.7 million PVCs are yet to be collected in just 17 states. EKO HOT BLOG reports that fresh information has emerged that data collection from 17 states across the federation reveals that about 6.7 million permanent voter cards (PVCs) are yet to be collected ahead of the general election. This … Read more
The US has warned its citizens against travelling to some states in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States government has warned its citizens against travelling to Nigeria citing increased levels of crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and maritime crime. The American government also warned of possible attacks by terrorists, adding that the … Read more
Tension As Monkeypox Cases Spread To 26 States, FCT EKO HOT BLOG reports that cases of Monkeypox in Nigeria keeps rising as it spreads to 26 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), raising fears among citizens. This online media platform gathered that Monkeypox is a viral disease transmitted from animals to humans … Read more
UK Advises Citizens Against Travelling To 19 Nigerian States The warning came after dreaded terrorists attacked Kuje Prison in Abuja on Tuesday night and freed over 600 inmates EDITOR’S PICK: Police Recover Unexploded IEDs At Owo Church Owo Church Attack “Targeted At Turning Yorubaland Into A War Zone” – Ooni Of Ife [JUST IN] Owo … Read more
…Companies Income Tax (CIT) and Value Added Tax (VAT) increased reasonably EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total of ₦699.824 billion to the Federal Government, states, and local government areas. The amount is the allocation for December 2021. This was contained in a communique issued at the … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) has unveiled a Teacher Management Information System (TMIS) to enhance the management of the teaching workforce and collection of administrative data in six states. The UNICEF Country Education Specialist, Mr Murtala Mohammed, made this known during a one-day workshop for stakeholders on TMIS in Kano. reports … Read more
UK warns citizens against travelling to 12 Nigerian states over terror attacks. There is a significant risk of kidnapping in Nigeria for ideological, financial, or political gain. Ekohotblog reports that the United Kingdom (UK) has warned its citizens not to travel to twelve states in Nigeria because Boko Haram extremists are likely to abduct them. … Read more
Onyegbula, who uses the name “Phillip Carter,” was linked to at least 253 fraudulent filings for unemployment benefits, according to an indictment unsealed Thursday in Seattle. Chukwuemeka Onyegbula, an IT staff of Pan Ocean Oil Corporation Nigeria Limited, has been indicted in the U.S. State of Washington for wire fraud and identity theft. Onyegbula, who … Read more