Concerns are mounting over the prolonged absence of ambassadors in Nigeria’s 109 missions globally, as President Bola Tinubu delays the appointments following the recall of 83 career and non-career envoys in May 2023. Government sources have revealed that the nominees’ names would be transmitted to the National Assembly before the end of December. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a National Youth Development Bank and a Youth Data Bank to provide financial and informational support to young Nigerians. President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, revealed this at a Stakeholders Roundtable on Northern Youth Development in Abuja, organized by the Sir Ahmadu Bello … Read more
The administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has secured a $500 million loan from the World Bank to implement the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) initiative. This project aims to address critical challenges posed by climate change. Chakib Jenane, the World Bank’s Regional Director of Sustainable Infrastructure Development for West and Central Africa, … Read more
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians that electricity costs may decrease in the coming months. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this announcement comes as efforts to improve power generation and distribution continue nationwide. Despite rising concerns over electricity tariffs, Adelabu noted that electricity remains a more affordable option compared to running generators on … Read more
Salihu Lukman, former National Vice Chairman (North-West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has accused the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) of manipulating petroleum prices since the Dangote Refinery began operations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement titled “Nigerian Democracy in ICU,” Lukman argued that the pricing system is designed to maintain a … Read more
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has issued a stern warning to President Tinubu, urging him to take immediate action to prevent a massive protest that could cripple the Nigerian economy for two weeks. In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele emphasized that confusion will continue … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has reached an agreement with labour leaders on N70,000 on minimum wage for workers in the country. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was disclosed in a statement by Presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga on Thursday. According to the statement, President Tinubu approved N70,000 minimum wage for workers during a meeting with leaders … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has on Wednesday asked Ali Ndume, senator representing Borno south, to resign from the party. Eko Hot Blog reports that the party also asked the senator to vacate his position as chief whip of the senate. This was contained in a letter sent by the party leadership to Senate President … Read more
The Federal Government has announced an agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) vacating travel restrictions imposed on Nigerians with immediate effect. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this to State House correspondents on Monday after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting. The meeting was presided … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Idris Ajimobi, the son of former Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi. Eko Hot Blog reports that Idris will serve as the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Livestock Development in the Office of the President. The appointment follows the recent inauguration of the Presidential Committee on … Read more
Lateef Fagbemi, the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, has justified President Bola Tinubu’s decision to establish a new Ministry of Livestock Development. Eko Hot Blog reports that the AGF explained that the creation of this ministry aligns with the government’s strategic goals Speaking on Wednesday while briefing newsmen at the State House … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has appointed former INEC Chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega, as co-chairman of the Renewed Hope Livestock Reform Implementation Committee. Eko Hot Blog reports that the committee was inaugurated at the State House in Abuja on Tuesday. According to the President, the committee aims is to provide lasting solutions to the frequent clashes between … Read more
The Tinubu-led federal government has disclosed plans to relocate Ikoyi Correctional Centre and other facilities across the country. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made this disclosure on Monday during a visit to the Ikoyi prison in Lagos. Tunji-Ojo said urbanisation has caught up with the prison, noting that “there … Read more
The federal government has announced the suspension of duties, tariffs, and taxes on the importation of maize, husked brown rice, and wheat. Eko Hot Blog reports that this suspension also applies to cowpeas, making these goods cheaper to import. In a statement issued on Monday by Abubakar Kyari, minister of agriculture and food security, the … Read more
A man named Shuaibu Yusuf from Borno State on Monday scaled a transmission tower in Abuja, threatening to leap unless his demands were fulfilled. Eko Hot Blog reports that the man had a hand-written note addressed to President Bola Tinubu, which contained his demands. Yusuf demanded the reversal of the fuel subsidy removal policy, the … Read more
The Director-General of the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, has expressed her appreciation for the recent waiver on drug imports granted by President Tinubu’s administration. Eko Hot Blog reports that Adeyeye added that in her six years as NAFDAC DG, she has never felt as relieved as she … Read more
The Federal Government under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern warning against unauthorized disclosure of official documents. Eko Hot Blog reports that the government emphasized that such actions are punishable offenses under Nigerian law. The warning was delivered by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has initiated measures to alleviate hardship by approving N50,000 uplift grants for 100,000 families in each state for three months. Eko Hot Blog reports that the President has also sanctioned the distribution of foodstuff worth N155 billion across Nigeria. These decisions were made during the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has dismissed allegations that President Bola Tinubu is working against the North. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Vice President made this known on Wednesday. He asserted that the president is interested in the growth of Northern Nigeria as against a series of insinuations that the President is working to cripple … Read more
The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU have reached an agreement to amicably resolve all contentious issues and prevent the planned strike. Eko Hot Blog reports that the parties also agreed to kick-start a communication process to avert the planned industrial actions by the union. This agreement was arrived at a … Read more