FBI Director Christopher Wray announced on Wednesday that he will resign before President-elect Donald Trump takes office next month, following weeks of consideration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Wray’s decision comes amid Trump’s indication that he would remove Wray from his position. Trump has already nominated Kash Patel, a vocal critic of the FBI, to lead … Read more
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has named Kash Patel, a former Defence Department chief of staff and loyal supporter, as his pick to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Patel has frequently criticized the agency, aligning with Trump’s skepticism of federal institutions. For Patel to assume the role, current FBI Director Christopher Wray would need … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has selected long-time ally and veteran prosecutor Pam Bondi as his nominee for attorney general, following Matt Gaetz’s decision to withdraw from consideration earlier in the day. Bondi, who previously served as Florida’s attorney general, has extensive experience in law enforcement. A staunch Trump supporter, she was a member of his legal … Read more
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz, 42, as his nominee for attorney general, a position that oversees the Department of Justice and serves as the nation’s chief prosecutor. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social platform on Wednesday, highlighting Gaetz’s experience as a lawyer and his role on the House … Read more
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump was welcomed to the White House on Wednesday by outgoing President Joe Biden in a traditional transition meeting. The Oval Office meeting followed a fiercely contested election season, during which Biden exited the race in the summer after a challenging debate with Trump. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As … Read more
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has selected Fox News host, author, and military veteran Pete Hegseth as his choice for defence secretary. Hegseth, 44, who served in both Afghanistan and Iraq, would oversee the world’s largest military in what would be his first role in government. Announcing the nomination on Tuesday, Trump described Hegseth as “tough, … Read more
Adamu Garba, a prominent member of Nigeria’s All Progressives Congress (APC), recently made bold claims accusing former U.S. President Barack Obama of orchestrating what he called a “palace coup” against President Joe Biden. Garba shared his views on his X (formerly Twitter) account, alleging that Obama played a key role in sabotaging Biden’s candidacy during … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Susie Wiles, the strategic force behind his successful campaign, as White House Chief of Staff, marking the first time a woman will hold this influential position. Wiles, credited both within and outside Trump’s circle for leading his most disciplined and effective campaign to date, had emerged as the top candidate … Read more
Vivian Wilson, the 20-year-old transgender daughter of tech billionaire Elon Musk, has announced plans to leave the United States in response to Donald Trump’s recent election win. In a post on Threads, Wilson expressed her unease about the political climate under Trump’s leadership, according to the UK’s Daily Mail. “I don’t see my future in … Read more
Trump is set to return to the White House after securing victory in the recent U.S. presidential election. With the Republican Party regaining control of the Senate, Trump’s proposed agenda—focused on immigration reform, economic changes, and ending the Ukraine war—could see swift action. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution … Read more
Multiple award-winning artist David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has shared his excitement after casting his vote in the ongoing United States presidential election. This election, the 60th quadrennial presidential race in the U.S., will decide the successor to outgoing President Joe Biden. On Tuesday, Davido, who was born in Atlanta, Georgia, took to his … Read more
Former U.S. President Donald Trump, along with his sons and prominent cryptocurrency entrepreneurs, introduced a new digital finance platform late Monday, marking his entry into the world of decentralized finance (DeFi). The platform, called World Liberty Financial, was unveiled in a two-hour online presentation, despite an alleged assassination attempt on Trump at his West Palm … Read more
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has accused President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris of being responsible for an attack on his life, marking the second time he has made such a claim. The Republican presidential nominee made this statement on Monday via his social media platform, X. Trump specifically targeted Harris, accusing her … Read more
Former President Donald Trump was confirmed safe after shots were fired near Trump National Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday. Trump was golfing at the club when the incident occurred. His campaign communications director, Steven Cheung, stated, “President Trump is safe following gunshots in his vicinity. No further details at this time.” … Read more
Vice President Kamala Harris conducted interviews with potential vice-presidential candidates in advance of a battleground state tour scheduled for next week. Eko Hot Blog gathered that among those visiting Washington, DC, to meet with Harris were Governor Josh Shapiro, Senator Mark Kelly, and Governor Tim Walz. Reports have it that the pool of candidates for … Read more