Tinubu Sworn In As 16th President of Nigeria

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has taken the oath of office as the 16th president of Nigeria. He took the oath around 10:35am on Monday morning at the Eagle Square, Abuja, in presence of his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, former President Muhammadu Buhari, and other officials. “I, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, do solemnly swear … Read more

Order Of Event: 2023 Presidential Inauguration Programme

Inauguration

EKO HOT BLOG reports that with just about a few hours to the inauguration of Nigeria’s next president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the order of programme for the event has been released. The programme details the handover activities of the outgoing president, Muhammadu Buhari and his vice, Professor Yemi Osinbajo. EDITOR’S PICKS Akpabio Woos Labour Party, … Read more

President-elect Tinubu Arrives Eagle Square For His Inauguration (PHOTOS)

President-elect Bola Tinubu arriving the Eagle Square for his inauguration in company of the SGF Boss Mustapha (Photo: Channels TV)

Eko Hot Blog reports that President-elect Bola Tinubu has arrived the Eagle Square, the venue of his inauguration as the 16th president of Nigeria. Tinubu, who arrived the venue around 9:45am, five minutes ahead of schedule, was spotted wearing a white attire and a green cap designed with his signature style. Earlier, Vice President-elect Kashim … Read more

PHOTOS: Dangote, Otedola, Abiru, Other Dignitaries Arrive Eagle Square Ahead Of Tinubu’s Inauguration

Eko Hot Blog reports that all is set for the inauguration of President-elect Bola Tinubu and Vice-president-elect on Monday, May 29, 2023. Tinubu, 71, takes office, two months after being declared winner of the keenly contested February 25 presidential election. EDITOR’S PICKS   ‘I Stand Ready To Dedicate My Entire Being To Serving You’ — Tinubu … Read more

PHOTOS: See How Eagle Square, Venue Of Tinubu’s Inauguration Currently Looks

The Eagle Square on Monday morning ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Bola Tinubu

The Eagle Square, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria, is set to host the inauguration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the 16th President of Nigeria. Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima will also take his oath of office at the same venue. EDITOR’S PICKS   ‘I Stand Ready To Dedicate My Entire Being To Serving You’ — Tinubu Promises … Read more

PHOTO: Eko Hot Blog Team Live In Abuja For Tinubu’s Inauguration As Nigeria’s 16th President

Eko Hot Blog team live in Abuja for President-elect Tinubu's inauguration

Today, May 29, 2023, is a historic day for Nigeria. Not only does it mark the 24th year of uninterrupted democratic system, but it also marks the 7th consecutive democratic transition of power in Nigeria. In appreciation of this momentous occasion, Eko Hot Blog, leading Lagos-based media organisation, is live in Abuja to cover the … Read more

PHOTOS: Speakership Aspirant Tajudeen Abbas, Mamora, Ikuforiji, Olulade, Others At Tinubu’s Inauguration Gala Night

Speakership Aspirant, Rep Tajudeen Abass and Otunba TJ Abass at the Inauguration Gala Night in Abuja

Eko Hot Blog reports that various politicians and eminent personalities on Sunday stormed the State House Conference Centre in Abuja for the Inauguration Gala Night of President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The gala night was part of the programme lined up for Tinubu’s inauguration. EDITOR’S PICKS   ‘I Stand Ready To Dedicate My Entire Being To Serving … Read more

‘There Would Be No Room For Excuses’ – Tinubu Makes Fresh Promises To Nigeria Ahead Of Inauguration

Tinubu's Inauguration

The President-elect Bola Tinubu has made frish promises to Nigerian ahead of this Inauguration. Tinubu assured Nigerians that he would deliver, and there would be no room for excuses. He also promised to live up to expectations and tackle any challenge his administration may face. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect of Nigeria, Asiwaju … Read more

‘No Plans To Disrupt Monday’s Inauguration’ – IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu’s Family Debunk Rumours

Kanu

Nnamdi Kanu’s Family has debunked rumours of alleged plans to disrupt Monday’s inauguration. Prince Emmanuel Kanu spoke on behave of the family, stating that they had no hand in such plans. Recall that the IPOB has been seeking Kanu’s release for months, as the detained leaders suits in custody of the DSS. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more

10th NASS: ‘No Level Of Threat Will Stop North From Contesting Principal Positions’ – CNG

10th NASS

CNG has vowed that North will contest for principal positions in the 10th National Assembly Leadership. According to the group, no level of threat will stop them from contesting. The group urged Tinubu to yield to the demands of the North. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Coalition of Northern Groups, CNG has said no … Read more

‘I Stand Ready To Dedicate My Entire Being To Serving You’ — Tinubu Promises Nigerians

Presidential-elect Bola Tinubu's incoming administration faces a dilemma over the fuel subsidy regime

Monday, May 29, 2023, is the day Tinubu takes over as the president of Nigeria. He won the race to succeed President Buhari. The president-elect said he is ready to get started. Eko Hot Blog reports that President-elect Bola Tinubu has pledged his complete dedication to the service of Nigerians and Africans. A statement from … Read more

FG Declares May 29 Work-Free Day For Tinubu, Shettima’s Inauguration

Eko Hot Blog reports that Federal Government has declared Monday, May 29, 2023, as a work-free day for all workers in the country. The Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, made the declaration in a statement on Friday issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Shuaib Belgore. The minister said the work-free day is to … Read more

PHOTOS: Buhari Takes Tinubu On Tour Of Presidential Villa Ahead Of May 29 Inauguration

Buhari took Tinubu on a tour of the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The tour comes a day after the president conferred the National Honour of Grand Commander of the Federal Republic (GCFR) on his successor and gave him handover documents. Tinubu is set to become the president of Nigeria on May 29. Eko Hot Blog … Read more

Inauguration At Hand: Buhari Takes Tinubu On Grand Tour At Aso Rock

Buhari takes Tinubu on tour

Buhari took Tinubu on a tour of the Presidential Villa in Abuja after conferring upon him national honours. The leaders exchanged documents for the official handover of power scheduled for May 29th, 2023. Vice President-elect Shettima was also conferred with the same honours and given a tour by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more

Supreme Court Delivers Verdict On PDP’s Suit Against Tinubu, Shettima Over ‘Double Nomination’

Vice President Kashim Shettima and President Bola Tinubu

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Supreme Court has delivered judgement in the suit seeking the disqualification of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as presidential and vice-presidential candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had claimed that Shettima’s nomination as Tinubu’s running mate was in breach of the provisions of sections … Read more

Buhari Confers GCFR, GCON Titles On Tinubu, Shettima

President-elect Bola Tinubu and President Muhammadu Buhari at the investiture ceremony

Eko Hot Blog reports that outgoing President, Muhammadu Buhari, has conferred the titles of the Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (GCFR) and Grand Commander of Order of the Niger (GCON) on President-elect Bola Tinubu and Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima, respectively. The investiture held on Thursday at the State House Conference Centre … Read more

PHOTOS: Tinubu Receives Ex-UK PM Tony Blair Ahead Of May 29 Inauguration

Eko Hot Blog reports that Tony Blair, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK), has visited President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Blair was the UK PM for ten years between 1997 and 2007. EDITOR’S PICKS   VIDEO: Colleagues, Family Recount Good Memories Of Late Actor Murphy Afolabi At 8th Day Fidau Prayer VIDEO: Most Actors … Read more

‘Tinubu Emergence As President-Elect A Divine Mandate’ – Nigerian Prophet Reveals

Tinubu sustaining administration

Prophet Wale Ojo-David asserts that the emergence of Tinubu as the President-elect is a divine appointment. He urges Nigerians to accept Tinubu’s mandate and emphasizes the need for unity and prayerful support. Ojo-David also calls on clerics to seek guidance from the Holy Spirit before making public pronouncements to avoid escalating tensions. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more

How Tinubu Ensured Dangote’s Refinery Was Built In Lagos – Sanwo-Olu

Sanwo-Olu credited President-elect Tinubu for the refinery’s presence in Lagos State. He also praised President Buhari and Dangote for their efforts in ensuring the project’s success. On his part, Dangote said the Lagos government provided enabling environment for private sector growth. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday, said … Read more