Speaker Tajuden Abass Speaks on Oil reliance He calls for diversity in Nigeria’s Economy He urges Nigerian Youths to seek opportunities in Entrepreneurship The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Tajudeen Abbas, has emphasized that Nigeria’s over-reliance on oil will lead to greater inequality, widespread poverty, and mass unemployment. Speaking at the 14th convocation … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has sent a new bill to the National Assembly regarding the student loan scheme. The development comes less than 48 hours after the federal government announced the indefinite suspension of the student loan scheme. Editor’s Picks Sanwo-Olu Introduces 25% Discount On Food Items In Lagos FG Considers … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Constitution Amendment Bill to introduce state police has successfully scaled the second reading before the House of Representatives. The bill, sponsored by 13 members of the House, received overwhelming support from the majority of lawmakers who prioritized addressing the current state of insecurity in the country over concerns of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly has called on the National Assembly to commence urgent constitutional amendment to allow for the creation of state police in response to the growing threats of kidnapping and other forms of insecurity in Nigeria. At a plenary session on Monday presided over by the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, is currently appearing before the House of Representatives to speak on the state of the economy. As of the time of filing this report, Cardoso is appearing before the lawmakers during plenary in Abuja and he is briefing them on the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared a total and indefinite strike action. Recall that the doctors in the early days of July issued a two-week ultimatum to the federal government for the implementation of all their demands. EDITOR’S PICKS 7 Powerful Nigerian Women Who Paved The Way … Read more
The National Chairman of Tinubu Support Network, has urged APC to allow senators to exercise their constitutional rights to vote for a leader of their choice in the 10th National Assembly. Muhammad spoke against the zoning of the National Assembly leadership positions and criticized Governor El-Rufai’s call for a return to the 1963 constitution. The … Read more
The APC National Working Committee has unveiled the zoning formula for National Assembly seats. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has finally unveiled its much-awaited zoning formula for leadership positions in the upcoming 10th National Assembly. In a statement signed by Barr. Felix Morka, the National Publicity Secretary of the party, … Read more
Speakership Battle: the APC finds itself in a dilemma as opposition parties strategize major upset. About 10 members of the APC have declared interest to contest the speakership. Gbajabiamila will have a top battle because most of the men in the race backed him in 2019 to become the speaker. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more