Twitter’s new owner Elon Musk has defended sacking about half the company’s workforce, saying he had “no choice” as Twitter was losing more than $4m (£3.5m) a day. Eko Hot Blog reports that a tweet from Yoel Roth, Twitter’s head of safety and integrity, referred to “approximately 50% cuts company-wide”. EDITOR’S PICKS Governors Delaying Action … Read more
Twitter says it will inform its staff on Friday about whether they will be laid off following the firm’s takeover by Elon Musk. In an internal email, the social media company said the cuts are “an effort to place Twitter on a healthy path”. Eko Hot Blog reports that the firm added that its offices would … Read more
There have been some reactions to US president Joe Biden’s speech, in which he said that American democracy is under threat. Eko Hot Blog reports that republican House minority leader Kevin McCarthy responded to Biden’s remarks on Twitter, saying that the president is “trying to divide and deflect at a time when America needs to … Read more
Nigerian singer, Timi Dakolo slams people who give unsolicited advice to individuals during their mourning periods. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was following the tragic incident that happened to his colleague, Davido, and his fiancée Chioma who lost their 3-year-old son, Ifeanyi on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS 2023: Publish Sources Of Your Campaign Funds — … Read more
It looks unlikely that Donald Trump is going to have his Twitter account back before the midterms in six days. Eko Hot Blog reports that the new Twitter owner, Elon Musk says that it will be “a few more weeks” before any banned accounts are restored. EDITOR’S PICK War: EU Nations Prepare To Fight Off … Read more
Elon Musk has said Twitter will charge $8 (£7) monthly to Twitter users who want a blue tick by their name indicating a verified account. Eko Hot Blog reports that as part of changes after a $44bn (£38bn) takeover of the social media site, Mr Musk said it was “essential to defeat spam/scam”. EDITOR’S … Read more
Fire has gutted the Tejuosho Market of Lagos State. Eko Hot Blog reports that there has been a fire outbreak at a section of the Tejuosho Market, Yaba, Lagos state (see video of the scene of the fire here). EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Fire Service Takes Over As Fire Razes Storey Building Fire Engulfs Anambra Broadcasting … Read more
Elon Musk has completed his Twitter takeover, immediately firing some top executives. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Tesla and Space X CEO, Elon Musk, has completed his $44 billion deal to buy the social media giant, Twitter. EDITOR’S PICKS Elon Musk Stages $43bn Hostile Takeover Of Twitter Elon Musk Backs Out Of $44bn Twitter … Read more
Reactions have trailed Abike-Dabiri’s comment on Nigerians’ crime rate in Dubai. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has claimed that Nigerians contribute one of the highest crime rates in Dubai, the capital of United Arab Emirates (UAE). EDITOR’S PICKS CBN Announces Date To Introduce Redesigned … Read more
Reactions are trailing comments Obaseki made about ‘Obidients’. Eko Hot Blog reports that the supporters of the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, popularly known as ‘Obidients’, have been offended by some comments made by Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki. EDITOR’S PICKS 2023: Nigeria Will Fail, Break Up If APC Wins Presidential … Read more
NLNG has explained why its plant is operating at a limited capacity. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria LNG (NLNG) plant is operating at a limited capacity due to reduced gas supply from some of its upstream gas suppliers. EDITOR’S PICKS Buhari To Present Award Of Excellence To 44 Public Servants Supreme Court Affirms … Read more
Obi’s visit to Gumi has split opinions on social media. Eko Hot Blog reports that the decision of Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), to pay a courtesy visit to Ahmad Gumi, an Islamic cleric, has left some angry and others impressed. EDITOR’S PICKS Peter Obi, Baba-Ahmed Visit Bandit Negotiator, Sheikh Gumi … Read more
A former Big Brother Naija Season 3 housemate, Rico Swavey, has died. Eko Hot Blog reports that Rico Swavey was involved in a ghastly motor accident. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Ethiopian Embassy Bans Visa On Arrival For Nigerians JUST IN: PDP Set To Flag Off Presidential Campaign, Monday JUST IN: Sanwo-Olu Announces Salary Increment For … Read more
A court has given Elon Musk and Twitter a deadline to close the company’s buyout. Eko Hot Blog reports that Chancellor Kathaleen St. Jude McCormick, head of the Delaware Chancery Court, has given Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, and Twitter more time to close the billionaire’s $44 billion deal to buy the social media company. EDITOR’S … Read more
Elon Musk has reversed his previous position and proposed to buy Twitter at original price. Eko Hot Blog reports that billionaire business mogul, Elon Musk, has made a U-turn in his efforts to buy Twitter. EDITOR’S PICK Elon Musk Stages $43bn Hostile Takeover Of Twitter Elon Musk Backs Out Of $44bn Twitter Deal Elon Musk … Read more
Twitter Shareholders Endorse $44bn Musk Deal EKO HOT BLOG reports that Twitter’s shareholders have voted to approve a deal with Elon Musk to buy the company for $44bn (£38bn). The decision was made in a short conference call with investors from the company’s San Francisco headquarters. EDITOR’S PICK 2023: Peter Obi Finally … Read more
Twitter Is Vulnerable To Russian & Chinese Influence – Whistleblower EKO HOT BLOG reports that Twitter is exceptionally vulnerable to exploitation by foreign governments in ways that threaten US national security, and may even have foreign spies currently active on its payroll, according to Peiter “Mudge” Zatko, the whistleblower at the center of a … Read more
Shettima’s Outfit At NBA Conference Spur New Challenge On Twitter EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerians on the micro blogging platform, Twitter are mocking the outfit of the vice presidential candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Kashim Shettima, at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual conference held in Lagos. This online media platform … Read more
Elon Musk Subpoenas Jack Dorsey Ahead Of Twitter Court Battle EKO HOT BLOG reports that Elon Musk has launched legal action to summon Twitter former CEO and co-founder Jack Dorsey to appear in court as part of his legal battle with the tech company. Musk is seeking to end his $44bn deal for … Read more
Kwankwaso has appointed his campaign spokespersons EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 Presidential Candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has named Abdulmumin Jibrin and Ladipo Johnson as the spokespersons of his campaign. The appointment of the duo was announced late Wednesday through Mr Kwankwaso’s Twitter handle. In … Read more