President Bola Tinubu has affirmed that Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun will remain in office until 2027. Amid reports suggesting a tenure extension, a senior police source, who requested anonymity, clarified that there was no extension. Instead, the letter confirms that Egbetokun should serve the full four-year term as outlined in his original … Read more
Andrew Martin Wynne, a 70-year-old British citizen, and nine other individuals were arraigned on Monday before the Federal High Court in Abuja, facing charges of attempting to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The alleged offenses are said to have occurred between July 1 and August 4, 2024. The defendants are accused of engaging in treasonous … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that the Former Governor of Jigawa State and former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sule Lamido, has raised concerns about internal sabotage within the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), alleging that some members are covertly working for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In an interview … Read more
President Bola Tinubu will in the first week of September, leave for Beijing, China. The President’s Spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, said this while briefing State House correspondents on Tuesday, adding that the President will during the visit sign several Memorandum of Understandings, MoUs, with his Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping. Ngelale said the President would also … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to officially inaugurate the newly upgraded West Africa Container Terminal (WACT) in Onne, Rivers State, next Wednesday, barring any last-minute changes. This terminal, managed by APM Terminals, holds the distinction of being Nigeria’s largest container facility outside of Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Dangote, Elumelu, Otedola Lead New Fight Against Malaria … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has pledged to promote the rule of law, adhere to the principles of separation of powers, and tolerate dissenting views within the ambit of the laws of Nigeria. President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, made a strong commitment to advancing legal and judicial reforms in Nigeria during the opening … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed into law a new national minimum wage of ₦70,000 on Monday, July 29, 2024, marking a significant increase from the previous ₦30,000. This decision follows intense negotiations by the Tripartite Committee, which included representatives from Organized Labour, the private sector, and the federal government. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another … Read more
President Tinubu congratulated Justice Olukayode Ariwoola on his retirement as Chief Justice of Nigeria, praising his leadership and contributions to Nigerian law. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON, on his retirement as Chief Justice of Nigeria, marking the end of a distinguished public service career. Justice Ariwoola served as a Justice … Read more
Good evening, Here is EKO HOT BLOG’s roundup of top stories in Nigeria today, August 20, 2024, featuring key updates on labour disputes, political commitments, judicial orders, appointments, and more. NLC President Declines Police Invitation Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has refused to honor an invitation from the Nigeria Police Force. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has mandated that only authorized government officials with relevant business at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York should attend the event. This directive was revealed by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Saturday during a one-day retreat in Abuja organized by the State … Read more
“I have heard you loud and clear. I understand the pain and frustration that drive these protests, and I want to assure you that our government is committed to listening and addressing the concerns of our citizens”. These were the words of President Bola Tinubu in a broadcast to the nation on the now-suspended #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu returned to Abuja on Friday evening after concluding a three-day official visit to Equatorial Guinea. The Gulfstream jet carrying the President landed at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at approximately 6:30 pm. This visit marks President Tinubu’s 22nd international trip since taking office 15 months ago. He … Read more
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has praised President Bola Tinubu, describing him as a humble leader who shuns extravagance. Speaking at a book launch in Abuja on Thursday, Shettima emphasized Tinubu’s dedication to improving the country’s fortunes. According to a report by PUNCH, Shettima remarked that Tinubu’s primary focus is on national development, not personal wealth. He … Read more
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has called on Africa to take the lead in solving its own challenges. He countered the global narrative of Africa as a continent of despair by advocating for peace, stability, and democracy as critical paths to collective progress. Speaking during a dinner held in his honor at the People’s Palace … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea, for a three-day official visit. EKO HOT BLOG reports that he landed at the Presidential Wing of Malabo International Airport at approximately 2:07 pm and was welcomed by the Prime Minister, Manuela Roka Botey. This visit is at the invitation of President … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has authorized the implementation of a zero percent import duty and the exemption of value-added tax (VAT) on essential food items. This decision was confirmed in a letter from the Ministry of Finance to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). In the letter, Finance Minister Wale Edun explained that this measure aims to … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has departed Abuja for a three-day official visit to Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, following an invitation from President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo. The President’s flight took off around 1:00 PM on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity – Osinbajo Tells Nigerian Churches Olympics Best Basketball Coach: Tinubu Hails As … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has signed the Judicial Office Holders Salaries and Allowances Bill into law, as announced by Senator Basheer Lado, the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, in a statement released on Tuesday in Abuja. Earlier in March, President Tinubu introduced a bill titled: ‘A Bill for an Act to prescribe the … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is presiding over his first Council of State meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Among the attendees are former Presidents Muhammadu Buhari and Goodluck Jonathan, as well as former Heads of State Yakubu Gowon and Abdulsalami Abubakar, who are participating virtually. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity … Read more
President Bola Tinubu will leave Abuja for Equatorial Guinea on Wednesday, August 14, for a three-day official visit in response to an invitation from President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo. EKO HOT BLOG states that Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, announced the visit in a statement on Tuesday. President … Read more