Presidency clarifies Tinubu did not introduce a new 5% fuel tax. Surcharge dates back to the 2007 FERMA Act, not Tinubu’s reforms. Levy will fund road infrastructure but excludes household energy products. The Presidency has dismissed reports that President Bola Tinubu introduced a new 5% surcharge on fuel products, insisting that the provision has existed … Read more
Economic Reforms Stabilising Nigeria – Tinubu Promises Federal Support for Ogbomoso Development Projects No Nigerian Student Should Drop Out Due to Poverty President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday declared that his administration’s economic reforms are stabilising the country and restoring Nigeria’s place of pride on the global stage, Eko Hot Blog reports. “The bleeding has stopped. … Read more
Says threats toward the Federal Government is inappropriate for someone in his position Says Mohammed’s unfortunate statement does not represent the collective voice of Northern Nigeria Highlights the significant advantages that states will gain from the Tax Reform Act The Presidency has warned Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed to retract his statement that the north … Read more
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, has berated Labour Party presidential candidate in 2023, Peter Obi over his comments regarding recent tragedies in Anambra and Oyo States. In a post on his X handle, Dare accused Obi of exploiting the unfortunate incidents for political gain, describing his … Read more
The Special Adviser on Public Communication and Orientation to President Bola Tinubu, Sunday Dare, has addressed mounting concerns over the delay in appointing ambassadors to Nigeria’s 109 missions, 76 embassies, 22 high commissions, and 11 consulates globally. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Speaking in an interview with Premium Times, Dare clarified that the President is taking … Read more
Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Public Communication and Orientation, has sharply criticized former President Olusegun Obasanjo, claiming Nigeria’s democracy suffered significant setbacks under his leadership. 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 … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is fully committed to adhering to due process regarding the tax reform bill currently under consideration by the National Assembly, according to his Special Adviser on Communication and Orientation, Sunday Dare. Speaking on Channels TV, Dare affirmed that the President is respecting the legislative process, allowing it to shape the bill’s progression … Read more
The Special Adviser to the President Bola Tinubu on Public Communications and Orientation, Sunday Dare, has said that former President Muhammadu Buhari would not have emerged President without the role Tinubu played in the 2015 general elections. Recall that before becoming President in 2015, Buhari ran unsuccessfully for presidency in the 2003, 2007 and 2011 … Read more
The resignation of Ajuri Ngelale as Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity has stirred speculation within political circles about who might succeed him. Ngelale cited a “vexatious medical situation” in his family as the reason for his departure, but multiple sources suggest his exit was not entirely voluntary, indicating a dismissal … Read more
The Federal Government has scheduled an emergency meeting to address the planned nationwide protest on August 1. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has scheduled an emergency meeting for Wednesday morning in response to a planned nationwide protest slated for August 1. This follows President Bola Tinubu’s plea to the organizers to postpone the … Read more
Sunday Dare and Amokachi have arrived in Kaduna for the APC campaign. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the venue for the presidential campaign rally of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State is getting set. This online media platform had earlier reported that the presidential candidate of the ruling party, Bola Tinubu, on Monday … Read more
The National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos, is wearing a new look after the football pitch underwent rehabilitation with re-grassing of the main pitch, replacement of the scoreboard, and vandalised cables to ensure the facility is well-lighted at night. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, in a statement … Read more
FG Pulls Nigerian Basketball Out Of All Int’l Tournaments. The withdrawal according to the Federal Government was sequential to the unending crisis plaguing the sport in Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICK [JUST IN] 2023: Buhari’s Aide Confirms Jonathan Now APC Member ‘I’m Forced To Pay DSTV Bills For My Fellow Inmates’ — Abba Kyari Cries Out From … Read more
Sports Minister Assures On Early Completion Of National Stadium Lagos EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare has assured that the National Stadium Surulere, Lagos will soon be completed to play host to sporting activities. Speaking on Monday when he paid a working visit to the Sports City, … Read more
Minister Messages High Commission In Cameroon Over Eagles’ Treatment EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Sports Minister, Sunday Dare, has commended the Nigerian High Commission in Cameroon for its support for the Super Eagles since the beginning of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2022. The Nigerian Ambassador to Cameroon, Gabriel Abayomi Olonisakin and officials … Read more
Adebayo Alao-Akala died on Wednesday, aged 71 EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare has expressed deep sadness over the death of former Oyo State Governor, Adebayo Alao- Akala, describing it as a huge loss to Ogbomosho, Oyo State and Nigeria. According to a statement sent by the … Read more
Former super eagles player, Adokiye Amiesimaka has rejected an appointment from the sports minister described it as a waste of time and public funds Ekohotblog reports that former Nigerian football Adokiye Amiesimaka has rejected an appointment by the minister for youths and sports development, Sunday Dare. The sport minister had written to request that Amiesimaka … Read more
PUMA in a letter of termination of Sponsoring and Licensing Agreement it issued on Wednesday said, “we are referring to the licensing and sponsoring agreement signed between our company and your federation”. Giant German sportswear manufacturer, PUMA, has revealed why it terminated its four-year contract with the Athlete Federation of Nigeria (AFN). PUMA in a … Read more
You have also been appointed as a National Principal’s Cup Ambassador to motivate our young students. The Federal Government has appointed ex-Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo, as an Ambassador of the National Principal’s Cup. This was confirmed by the media office of the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, on Tuesday. Ighalo paid … Read more
Dare praised the NYSC for its contribution to national development The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare has said that the Federal Government remains committed to sustaining the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme. Eko Hot Blog gathers that the Minister’s reaction follows calls for the programme to be scrapped. But Dare, who … Read more