EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has informed the National Assembly about ECOWAS proposed military action and other sanctions against coupists in Niger Republic. He stated this in an official communication addressed to the Senate and read at plenary by President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio. Part of the letter read, “Following … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has written to the Nigerian Senate to communicate withdrawal of Maryam Shetty as a ministerial nominee, replacing it with Mairiga Mahmud. According to the NTA, the President also added Festus Keyamo as a ministerial nominee. Details later….
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the military junta in Niger Republic has cut off ties with Nigeria after the efforts of Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) to resolve the ongoing impasse failed. ECOWAS had issued a seven-day ultimatum for the reinstatement of President Mohamed Bazoum to avoid possible clash with the junta. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed dissatisfaction for allegedly being sidelined and not given any ministerial slot by President Bola Tinubu. Some of its leaders, who expressed anger at Tinubu, said the President’s ability to reward loyalty and political commitment was not demonstrated to Oyo … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday sent a second batch of 19 ministerial nominees to the National Assembly for screening and confirmation for appointment as Ministers. This online media platform gathered that prior to yesterday’s list, the President had sent a first list containing 28 names to the Senate for screening … Read more
On Wednesday, the Nigerian Senate unveiled the second batch of President Bola Tinubu’s ministerial nominees. The list contained 19 nominees, including Dr. Tunji Alausa, a Nephrologist in the United States (US). EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival: Epe Ogunmodede Club Defeats Epe Club In Thrilling Novelty Match Epe Kayokayo Coordinator Otunba TJ Abass Announces Plans To Step … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu is meeting with Labour leaders at the Presidential Villa, Abuja in order to find an amicable resolution on the lingering subsidy removal crisis. Those in the meeting with Tinubu are the Presidents of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Joe Ajaero and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has announced the names of the second batch of the Ministerial Nominees. Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila presented the list to the Senate during the plenary. THOSE LISTED AS MINISTERIAL NOMINEES INCLUDE AHMED TIJJANI BOSUN TIJJANI DR MARYAM SHETTI ISHAK SALAKO TUNJI … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rubbished the claims by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu that N1 trillion has been saved since his government ended the era of fuel subsidy payment. This online media platform gathered that President Tinubu, during his nationwide broadcast on Monday, declared that not less than … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Official Spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, has emphasized the administration’s dedication to a free press. Ngelale who spoke with reporters on Tuesday, stated that the primary objective of Tinubu’s administration is to foster transparency, ensure public office holders’ accountability, and make the presidency more accessible to the public. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu will today hosts former President Muhammadu Buhari; former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo; Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas and heavyweight members of the ruling All Progressives Congress at the party’s National Caucus meeting. According to Punch, The meeting is scheduled … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has criticized President Bola Tinubu, saying he hasn’t displayed enough interest in restoring the country’s refineries. IPMAN Chairman in Rivers State, Mr. Joseph Obele, argued that the President’s plans are misguided for the economic issues the nation faces. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential Election Petitions Court (PEPC) yesterday said it would deliver judgment on the petitions by Atiku Abubakar/the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Peter Obi/the Labour Party (LP) on a date to be announced later. Justice Haruna Tsammani, the court’s Presiding Justice, stated this after lawyers to petitioners and the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday in its final written address on the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar said the FCT has no special status. Counsel to INEC, Abubakar Mahmoud noted that in line with section 134 of the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 flag bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, is presently inside the Presidential Election Petition Court to witness the adoption of his party’s written address against the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the February 25 election. This online media platform gathered today’s hearing majorly is … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Special Assistant on Public Communications to former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, Mr. Phrank Shaibu, has described President Bola Tinubu’s national broadcast on Monday as uninspiring, deceptive, and a complete waste of time. This is just as he noted that the speech was only done in order to convince the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian investigative journalist and Editor, Ajuri Ngelale was today confirmed as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity. This online media platform gathered that Ngelale’s appointment was confirmed in a statement issued on Monday by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved N50 billion for small businesses. The president announced this in his nationwide broadcast on the state of the economy. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints Special Investigator To Probe CBN BREAKING: ECOWAS Imposes No Flight Zone On Niger Republic Over Coup JUST IN: Nnamdi Kanu … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that controversies surrounding the special investigator engaged by President Bola Tinubu last week have emerged. This online media platform recalls that the President engaged a former chief executive officer of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria, Mr. Jim Obazee, who President Tinubu appointed as the special investigator to investigate the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has announced plans to provide buses for student’s bodies in higher institutions and remove restrictions on students loans in order ease the burden of subsidy removal on students. This was contained in a press release by the presidential spokesman, Dele Alake on Monday. Editors Pick JUST IN: … Read more