El-Rufai Dismisses Rumors Of Chief Of Staff Position In Tinubu’s Administration

Tinubu's Chief of staff

El-Rufai has addressed speculations about his role in the upcoming administration led by Tinubu. He emphasizes that Nigeria’s progress is not limited to government positions and expresses his commitment to supporting the country’s development beyond his tenure as governor. El-Rufai also endorses Tinubu’s presidency, assuring Nigerians of a brighter future under his leadership. EKO HOT … Read more

JUST IN: Tajudeen Abbas Earns Tinubu’s Endorsement, Set To Be Reps’ Speaker

Representative Tajudeen Abbas is set to be the Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives

The APC holds a narrow majority in the House of Representatives. The majority puts the party in pole position to produce the next Speaker of the House. The president-elect has revealed his preferred choice for the position. Eko Hot Blog can authoritatively report that President-elect Bola Tinubu has endorsed Tajudeen Abbas, a member of the … Read more

Akpabio Will Be Senate President; We’ve Resolved It – Ganduje

Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje tips Senator-elect Godswill Akpabio to be senate president

The APC won the majority of seats in the Nigerian senate in the recently concluded elections. The victory set up an intense battle within the party for the senate presidency. However, a governor familiar with the race says it is over. Eko Hot Blog reports that the outgoing Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, has … Read more

Tinubu’s Presidency ‘A Stroke Of Luck’ For Nigerians — Adamu Garba

Adamu Garba has stated that Nigerians should count themselves lucky to have Tinubu as their incoming President. According to Graba, Tinubu represents the ideal type of leader that Nigerians crave. He urged Nigerians to support Tinubu in his quest to rebuild the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Adamu Garba, a chieftain of the All … Read more

May 29: Military Sends Fresh Warning To Politicians Plotting To Scuttle Tinubu’s Inauguration

The Military has sent a fresh warning to politicians who are plotting to scuttle Tinubu’s inauguration. The military stated that its officers would be on standby to forestall any unwanted happening in the country. Maj. Gen. Musa Danmadami gave the warning on Thursday during the bi-weekly press briefing. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Military … Read more

Tinubu Declares ‘Unity Of Nigeria Non-negotiable’ During Rivers State Visit

Tinubu declares Unity

President-elect Tinubu has declared the unity of Nigeria as non-negotiable during a visit to Rivers State. Tinubu commended Governor Wike’s efforts in promoting peaceful coexistence and development despite political differences. A new magistrate court complex was commissioned by Wike, with a section named after his wife, who is a judge at the Rivers State High … Read more

Razor on Fuel Subsidy? A Dilemma for Tinubu’s Administration

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

By Praise Ben The tumultuous waters of the petroleum industry are familiar terrain for Nigeria. With vast oil reserves at her disposal, the nation’s potential for prosperity should be limitless. Sadly, a trifecta of corruption, mismanagement, and policy vagaries has stunted the growth of this promising industry. In recent times, the fuel subsidy regime has … Read more

Count On Me To Leave Legacy Projects In All Parts Of Nigeria, Tinubu Tells Nigerians

President Bola Tinubu and Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike

Tinubu was in Rivers on Wednesday to commission a project. While in the state, he promised not to marginalise any part of Nigeria. He also praised Wike for his infrastructural achievements and political support. Eko Hot Blog reports that President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu has promised to work evenly for the country without marginalising any part … Read more

JUST IN: President-Elect, Tinubu Lands In Port Harcourt For Project Commissioning [PHOTOS]

The President-Elect, Bola Tinubu, has landed in Port Harcourt to commission projects in the State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-Elect, Bola Tinubu, has arrived in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State, to oversee the inauguration of various projects in the state’s oil-rich region. Tinubu, who was invited at the instance of Governor … Read more

Senate Presidency: The Cabals Are At It Again

By Femi Odere You would think that once PEFERN met with all those jostling for the Number 3 seat and expressed his choice, all the senators-elect under the APC banner would automatically fall in line. But the cabals, in different strategic formations, who never wanted PEFERN to emerge at the presidential primaries, let alone emerge … Read more

President-Elect, Tinubu Arrives In Lagos

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President-Elect Tinubu has landed in Lagos after he arrived in Nigeria a few days ago. EKO HOT BLOG reports that after spending four weeks in Europe, President-elect Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria and has now arrived in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS   JUST IN: Buhari, Tinubu Observe Jum’aat Prayers Together At Aso Rock [PHOTOS] Fire Razes … Read more

May 29: ‘No Power Can Stop Your Inauguration, We Are Strongly Behind You’ — Ohanaeze Ime-Obi Tells Tinubu

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Ohanaeze Ime-Obi has assured Tinubu of unwavering support for his swearing-in, saying no force can prevent it. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ohanaeze Ndigbo Ime-Obi has confidently declared that the May 29th swearing-in of President-elect Bola Tinubu will happen and no force on earth will stop it. Ime-Obi, which is Ohanaeze’s highest decision-making body, said … Read more

JUST IN: Buhari, Tinubu Observe Jum’aat Prayers Together At Aso Rock [PHOTOS]

Buhari and Tinubu observed Jum’aat Prayers together at Aso Rock. The prayer was held at the Aso Rock Mosque in the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The prayer session was led by the Chief Imam of the Mosque, Malam Abubakar Sulaiman. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Friday joined President Muhammadu … Read more

JUST IN: President-Elect Tinubu Receives Oyebanji, Akpabio Others In Abuja [VIDEO]

President-elect Tinubu, on Tuesday, received Oyebanji, Akpabio and others in Abuja. Tinubu returned from Paris on Monday after spending 35 days on vacation. He will be sworn in as the 16th president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on May 29th. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, who recently returned from a … Read more

President-Elect Tinubu Inheriting A Colossal Debt Burden of N46.25 Trillion

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Nigeria’s total debt stock has reached N46.25 trillion, which has mortgaged the country’s future through heavy obligations. The incoming President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will inherit a daunting economic challenge with no apparent means of repayment for the colossal debt burden. To stabilize the economy and assure young Nigerians of hope in Nigeria, the incoming … Read more

Tinubu Lands In Nigeria Ahead Of May 29 Inauguration

Tinubu left Nigeria on March 21 for France and Saudi Arabia to undertake rest, according to his team.  His return to the country sets the stage for his swearing in as president later next month.  He has appointed his transition committee, which is in charge of the smooth transfer of power from President Muhammadu Buhari. … Read more

May 29: Joe Igbokwe Laments Igbo Marginalisation In Tinubu’s Transition Committee

Joe Igbokwe has expressed discontent over Igbo absence in Tinubu’s transition committee. Tinubu had submitted a list of thirteen people to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha. Igbokwe was in a state of disbelief that Igbos were excluded from Tinubu’s transition committee. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the exclusion of Igbos … Read more

‘Safeguard The Confidence That Nigerians Have Reposed In You’ — Bishop Tells Tinubu, Other Elected Leaders

Tinubu

Bishop Akande has urged Tinubu and other elected leaders to uphold Nigerians’ trust and not betray it. In his statement, the bishop implored the incoming government to take action against insecurity, which he highlighted as a significant challenge in the country. Bishop Ezekiel Akande stated this at the 2023 annual synod of the church. EKO … Read more

May 29: Buhari Anticipates Tinubu’s Arrival With Eagerness — Presidency

Presidency has announced that Buhari is looking forward to receiving Tinubu on May 29. EKO HOTBLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari and the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, on Friday morning, exchanged Sallah pleasantries in a phone call marking the end of the Ramadan fast. “Both leaders thanked God Almighty for seeing this day and prayed for … Read more