Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government and the Organised Labour have reached new resolutions in a bid to end the ongoing nationwide, indefinite strike. The new resolutions were reached at an emergency meeting on Monday night, only hours after labour embarked on the industrial action. The strike has crippled various sectors, including the … Read more
The final days of May 2024 caught Nigeria reverting to the old national anthem, like a large family welcoming back a long-lost family member. In a grand homecoming, the Red Chamber and the Green Chamber ushered into this household the old national anthem: “Nigeria, we hail thee”. EDITOR’S PICKS Win-Win Scenarios: How Nigerians Are The … Read more
All does not appear to be well within the presidency media team. President Tinubu’s top spokespersons, Ajuri Ngelale and Bayo Onanuga, can’t publicly agree on their principal’s schedule. The spokespersons released conflicting statements on the president’s schedule for May 29. Eko Hot Blog reports that Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on … Read more
APC slams Obasanjo over comments on Tinubu’s reforms. Obasanjo claims Tinubu’s policies are necessary but poorly executed. APC accuses Obasanjo of being a serial critic, citing his history of disparaging past leaders. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ruling All Progressives Congress has faulted former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s criticism of the current administration’s handling of … Read more
By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA). He also appointed Dr. Adedeji Ashiru as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority (OORBDA). … Read more
Omotilewa Aro-Lambo has passed away. His family announced his passing on Tuesday. He was a former governorship aspirant in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that Alhaji Omotilewa Gausudeen Ayinde Aro-Lambo, a former Secretary to the Lagos State Government, has died. His family disclosed the development in a statement issued Tuesday night. Born on June 8, … Read more
Tinubu appoints Ajuri Ngelale as Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action. Ngelale serves on the Presidential Committee chaired by Tinubu. The committee coordinates climate action initiatives and green economic solutions, ensuring a whole-of-government approach. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has named Ajuri Ngelale, his special adviser on media and publicity, as the Special … Read more
The Federal Executive Council met Tuesday and approved a few measures. One of those measures is an initiative aimed at transforming Nigeria’s infrastructure and housing sector through private partnerships. The inister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy disclosed the development at a press conference. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Executive Council … Read more
The Chief of Defence Staff was in Lagos State on Monday. Governor Sanwo-Olu received the military chief at his office. He asked for the military to tighten its grip on Nigeria’s enemies. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called on members of the armed forces to keep their focus on … Read more
A part of the Landmark Africa Beach Resort was recently demolished by the Federal Government. The resort was demolished to clear the way for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. However, Landmark Africa remains in business, raising eyebrows from critics. Eko Hot Blog reports that that Reno Omokri, a former presidential spokesperson, has criticised Landmark Africa … Read more
Ohanaze Ndigbo exposes plot to unseat Tinubu in 2027 Accuses Governor of backing failed reconciliation committee, emphasizes transparency and unity. Calls for collective action to thwart divisive forces, reaffirms commitment to core values. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ohanaze Ndigbo, a socio-cultural organization, has condemned subversive plots to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027 and affirmed … Read more
The trajectory of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has always been in the news for negative reasons. For instance, among its past Directors-General, we have those who have faced corruption charges in the law courts. EDITOR’S PICKS Abduction Of Harmless Journalists: A Tragic Return To Military Rule Tactics National Grid Collapse, DisCos … Read more
Fubara and loyalists of his former ally, Nyesom Wike, in the state assembly have been at loggerheads for months. The crisis appears to worsen on Wednesday as pro-Fubara lawmakers elected a factional speaker. The governor had said the state assembly loyal to Wike did not exist in the eyes of the law. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
Tinubu’s whereabouts has been clarified. Concerns regarding Tinubu’s whereabouts arose after his attendance at the World Economic Forum in Riyadh. Reports claim he traveled to London after departing Saudi Arabia. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has affirmed that the Nigerian leader is presently … Read more
On May 29, 1999, Nigeria heralded a new dawn of democracy and waved goodbye to military rule—or so we thought. The abduction—it was an abduction, period—of Daniel Ojukwu, the reporter with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), is a painful return to the cruel and classless military rule tactics of cracking down on dissent and … Read more
Mrs. Olayinka Saidat Oladunjoye, an attorney and political leader in Epe and Lagos State, is 65 today, May 6, 2023. Her impressive strides in various leadership positions deserve celebration. Besides enjoying numerous achievements in her personal life, she has distinguished herself as a valuable public servant who has effected positive changes. EDITOR’S PICKS JAMB And … Read more
By Bashorun J.K. Randle It would be something between hyperbole and premature jubilation to describe the minimum capital requirements for banks announced by Mr. Yemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as a bombshell. On the contrary, the Governor of the CBN deliberately and meticulously stuck to his well choreographed strategy of … Read more
Sleep is the next-door neighbour to good memory. This is the view of neurologist Andrew Budson and neuroscientist Elizabeth Kensinger in their book, “Why We Forget and How to Remember Better: The Science Behind Memory,” published in 2023 by Oxford University Press. EDITOR’S PICKS JAMB And Candidates: A Case Study Of Nigerian Institutions’ Disdain For … Read more
Oba Ogunlaja of Odo-Noforija recently travelled on the Third Mainland Bridge. The journey came just after the rehabilitation of the bridge. The monarch joined many others in praising the Third Mainland Bridge’s new look. Eko Hot Blog reports that Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, the Aladeshonyin of Odo-Noforija, Epe, Lagos State, has commended the new look of … Read more
Nigerians await Tinubu’s return six days after his WEF’s Special Meeting in Saudi Arabia. Speculation surrounds Tinubu’s prolonged absence, with some suggesting he may be in Paris for medical reasons. Presidency sources confirm Tinubu is in London on a private visit. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerians are still on edge, eagerly awaiting the return of … Read more