Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will secure victory in the upcoming Ondo governorship election, just as it did in the recently concluded Edo governorship election. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ondo governorship election is scheduled for November. Speaking on Sunday evening in Benin, after the Independent … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Rep. Wale Raji has sent heartfelt birthday wishes to Nigeria’s First Lady, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu, celebrating her outstanding contributions to public service. On behalf of the people of Epe, he commended her dedication to women’s empowerment and community development. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta … Read more
Seventeen months into his administration, President Bola Tinubu has yet to announce a date for Nigeria’s much-anticipated National Population and Housing Census, causing growing concern among stakeholders over the potential impact on national planning and governance. This delay follows the indefinite postponement of the 2023 census by former President Muhammadu Buhari, leaving the responsibility to … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to remain patient despite the rising cost of living, stressing that the country must address its economic challenges and cannot rely on “a free bowl” without hard work and sacrifice. Speaking during a visit from former Nigerian lawmakers at the State House in Abuja on Friday, Tinubu acknowledged the … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that President Bola Tinubu has lauded Coca-Cola for its long-standing partnership with Nigeria, reaffirming his government’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment for investors. Speaking during a visit by a delegation from Coca-Cola, led by CEO of Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company, Mr. Zoran Bogdanovic, the President highlighted the importance of private sector … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to represent Nigeria at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), which is set to take place in September 2024. The 79th UNGA will officially begin on September 10, 2024, with the general debate scheduled from Tuesday, September 24, to Saturday, September 28, and concluding … Read more
There are strong indications that President Bola Tinubu may abolish the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation as part of a major cabinet reshuffle. According to sources within the presidency, this shake-up could involve merging or splitting various portfolios, along with the possible dismissal of some ministers. Facing increasing pressure from both internal and … Read more
The Presidency has denied reports suggesting that President Bola Tinubu directed Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Yemi Cardoso to step down. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on September 17, 2024, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, dismissed the claims as false. Onanuga referred to the report … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is reportedly planning to reshuffle his cabinet ahead of Nigeria’s Independence Day celebrations on October 1. Sources within the presidency revealed to BusinessDay that this move is in response to mounting criticisms of the administration’s handling of the economy. Insiders suggest that several key ministries may be impacted by the reshuffle, including … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following the commencement of petrol loading at the Dangote Refinery. On Sunday, the 650,000 barrels-per-day pm Lagos-based refinery started loading petrol into trucks owned by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s energy sector. EDITOR’S … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria following his working visits to China and the United Kingdom. This was disclosed in a video shared by his Special Assistant on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, on Sunday night. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People … Read more
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), reaffirmed his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu. Wike said he believes in Tinubu’s leadership and his respect for the president, whom he views as a father figure. Wike made these statements during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today and monitored by EKO HOT BLOG. The … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday mocked the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party, stating that their failure to resolve ongoing leadership crises is proof that they cannot be trusted to govern Nigeria. In a statement issued by APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the ruling party also criticized its former … Read more
The resignation of Ajuri Ngelale as Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity has stirred speculation within political circles about who might succeed him. Ngelale cited a “vexatious medical situation” in his family as the reason for his departure, but multiple sources suggest his exit was not entirely voluntary, indicating a dismissal … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed regret over its decision to abstain from the #EndBadGovernance protest that took place in August. Benson Upah, the NLC’s Head of Information, accused the Bola Tinubu-led administration of silencing confrontation voices and suppressing dissent. During an interview on Arise TV on Tuesday, Upah accused … Read more
The presidency has responded to criticism suggesting that President Bola Tinubu, often praised for his role in Lagos State, has failed to deliver similar results for Nigeria. In a statement posted on X on Tuesday, Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, addressed the criticism directed at Tinubu’s performance. EDITOR’S … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is poised for a significant cabinet reshuffle this week, aimed at injecting fresh perspectives and renewed energy into his administration. A high-ranking source within the presidency revealed to the Sunday Tribune that the president’s decision is driven by a need to address performance concerns that have stagnated the cabinet’s progress. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) for the construction of the Lekki-Epe Link Bridge, a major infrastructure project aimed at enhancing connectivity in the Lekki-Epe axis of Lagos State. The Governor shared this development via a statement on his official … Read more
Billionaire businessman and Chairman of Geregu Power Plc, Femi Otedola, has praised President Bola Tinubu for his unwavering support of the $20 billion Dangote Refinery in Lagos, crediting the President’s backing as instrumental to the project’s success. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People … Read more
The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Morufu Tunji Alausa, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his exceptional commitment to the Nigerian health sector, EKO HOT BLOG reports. Speaking at the quarterly meeting of the Committee of Heads of Federal Tertiary Hospitals held in Abuja, Dr Alausa highlighted President Tinubu’s efforts … Read more