There Is Hope For Nigeria Under Tinubu – Says PDP Lawmaker

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain and lawmaker, Dan Amos, has expressed optimism about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. He believes the current government has already taken significant measures demonstrating Tinubu’s potential to bring greatness to Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS Nationwide Strike: NLC Sends Letters To Electricity Union, ASUU For Compliance … Read more

Tunji Alausa Commissions Upgraded Molecular Laboratory At ZMKC

Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, commissioning an upgraded Molecular Laboratory at the Zenith Medical and Kidney Centre (ZMKC), Abuja

Eko Hot Blog reports that Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has reiterated the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to fixing healthcare challenges in Nigeria. He spoke at the recent commissioning ceremony of an upgraded Molecular Laboratory in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Femicide Is On The Rise In … Read more

“Icon Of Democracy” – Tinubu Extols Jonathan On 66th Birthday

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated former President, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, on his 66th birthday, for his unique demonstration of statesmanship and for his distinguishing achievement as a leader. In a statement on Sunday signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu said Jonathan gave … Read more

NLC President Raises Concerns Over Tinubu’s Government’s Approach To Labour Matters

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero has pointed out that although Bola Tinubu is a dialogue-oriented person, alarming signs are coming from the judiciary. This online media platform gathered that Ajaero, while speaking in an interview with Vanguard, said President Bola Tinubu’s administration, despite his leadership … Read more

Peter Obi Applauds Tinubu’s Decision To Halt 40% IGR Deduction In Universities

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has reacted as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu halts the automatic deduction of 40 percent from federal universities’ Internally Generated Revenues (IGR). This online media platform reported that Tinubu announced the latest development on Friday at an ongoing 75th … Read more

BREAKING: Tinubu Announces Cancellation Of 40% IGR Deduction From Universities

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has announced the cancellation of the automatic deduction of 40 per cent from the Internally Generated Revenues (IGR) of federal universities. Tinubu made this known on Friday at an ongoing 75th Founder’s Day ceremony of the University of Ibadan (UI) in Ibadan. President Tinubu, who was represented … Read more

FG Reduces Charges Against Ex-CBN Gov, Emefiele

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu-led government has reduced to six counts the fraud charges it filed against the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. This online media platform understands that the charges, bordering on alleged procurement, were originally 20. EDITOR’S PICKS Nationwide Strike: NLC Sends Letters To … Read more

‘Reminder Of Lagosians’ Courage’ — Femi Olugbile Unveils New Book ‘Pelewura’

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By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Author and Former Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Dr. Femi Olugbile, has unveiled his new book ‘Pelewura’ to positive acclaim. The book was launched on Wednesday at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) in Victoria Island, Lagos. The event, … Read more

Tinubu Departs Saudi Arabia For Guinea-Bissau [Photos]

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has departed Saudi Arabia for Guinea Bissau to attend the 50th Independence Day and Armed Forces Day commemoration of the African country. In a statement on Wednesday by the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu will arrive in Bissau on Thursday for the ceremony, which will be … Read more

Tinubu Set To Depart For Guinea-Bissau’s 50th Independence Anniversary

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu will, on Thursday, join other Heads of State and Government in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, to celebrate the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary and Armed Forces Day. In a statement on Wednesday by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu will arrive in Bissau on Thursday for the ceremony, which will … Read more

‘A Patriot Who Left Behind Several Indelible Impressions’ – Tinubu Mourns Samanja

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday commiserated with the family of a retired soldier, broadcaster and veteran actor, Usman Baba Pategi, popularly known as Samanja, who died on Sunday aged 84 years. Tinubu’s condolence message was contained in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, titled … Read more

‘Poverty Not Shameful, But Unacceptable Under My Leadership’ – Tinubu

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu says poverty is not a shameful thing but it is unacceptable in Nigeria under his leadership. Tinubu spoke on Tuesday at the 55th International Conference, Exhibition and Emerald Anniversary of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria, with the theme, ‘Sustainable HR, Business and National Development.’ … Read more

Tinubu Reacts To Gov’ship Election Victory Of Uzodinma, Diri, And Usman Ododo

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State, and Governor-elect Usman Ododo of Kogi State, on their victory in the November 11 governorship elections. The president’s congratulatory message was contained in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, on Monday. … Read more

Security Shake-Up: Tinubu Orders Police Withdrawal From VIP Duties

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that president Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the withdrawal of Police personnel serving as security details for Very Important Personalities (VIPs). The Minister of State for Police Affairs, Hajia Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, made this known on Monday at a 2-Day Retreat for Directorate Cadre in the ministry held in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more

Confusion In Afenifere As Fasoranti, Adebanjo’s Factions Clash Over Supreme Court Verdict

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Pa Reuben Fasoranti’s faction of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has condemned the Pa Ayo Adebanjo’s group’s position on the recent Supreme Court judgment upholding the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the last presidential election. The Adebanjo’s faction had on Wednesday met in Ogbo Ijebu, Ogun State and … Read more

Excitement In Eredo LCDA As Hamzat Commissions New Projects Facilitated By Wale Raji

Deputy Governor of Lagos state, Dr Kadri Obafemi and Hon. Wale Raji

By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Wale Raji, a member representing Epe Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has facilitated three completed projects. The projects include a 20-bed fully equipped healthcare centre in Iraye, 86 units of stalls with external fixtures at Mojoda Market, and a rehabilitated 1 km road with … Read more

Tinubu’s Appointees Who Ignore Senate Summons Risk Losing Jobs – Akpabio Warns

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said any appointee of President Bola Tinubu who fails to honour the summons and invitation of the Senate will lose his or her job. Akpabio stated that the Red Chamber under his watch was determined to draw a battle line with heads of Ministries, Department … Read more

BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Saudi Arabia For Saudi-Africa Summit

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  EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday morning arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend Saudi-Africa Summit holding tomorrow, Friday. In the summit, President Tinubu will underscore Nigeria’s commitment to attracting more Foreign Direct Investment and expanding business partnerships, strongly reinforced by his administration’s ongoing domestic economic reforms. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more

BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints 20 NPC Federal Commissioners [FULL LIST]

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of twenty qualified Nigerians to serve as Federal Commissioners in the National Population Commission (NPC). In a statement on Wednesday, the Presidential Spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, said nine current Federal Commissioners are being appointed for a second term in office, while eleven are newly … Read more