Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after completing the lesser pilgrimage (Umrah) at the Holy Mosque of Makkah (Masjid al-Haram) in Saudi Arabia. The confirmation came through a statement released on Friday by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications, Stanley Nkwocha. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families … Read more
Kemi Badenoch has defended her previous remarks about Nigeria after the country’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, accused her of denigrating the nation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Conservative Party leader, born in the UK but largely raised in Nigeria, has consistently spoken about growing up in a country plagued by corruption, insecurity, and fear. She … Read more
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has arrived in New York to represent the country at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The announcement was made in a statement on Monday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of the Vice President). Shettima touched down at John F. … Read more
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has refuted claims that he intends to serve as vice president to any specific candidate. In a recent interview with News Central, Obi discussed his presidential ambitions, the Labour Party, and Nigeria’s current economic challenges. During the interview, the former governor of Anambra … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is committed to addressing the persistent flooding issues in the country. He announced that a comprehensive roadmap has been developed to tackle the problem effectively. Shettima made this commitment during his visit to Maiduguri, Borno State’s capital, on Tuesday, where he conducted an … Read more
‘I Saved Tinubu’s Political Career, My Support Was Crucial’ – Atiku Makes Fresh Claims. Vice President Kashim Shettima acknowledged Atiku’s and Nuhu Ribadu’s support from Tinubu during times of persecution. Atiku’s Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, counters Shettima’s claim, asserting that it was Tinubu who benefited from Atiku’s goodwill. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Atiku Abubakar, the … Read more
Shettima Forfeits Summit Continues National Duties Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar representing President Tinubu at the event. Shettima continuing with other national duties in absence from the summit. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima is unable to attend the US-Africa Summit 2024 due to technical issues with his aircraft. … Read more
Shettima has departed for Dallas to represent Tinubu at the 2024 US-Africa Economic Summit . The summit, held at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. Shettima’s participation underscores Nigeria’s commitment. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Kashim Shettima has left Abuja for Dallas, United States, where he will represent President Bola Tinubu at the 2024 … Read more
VP Shettima Vows Impartiali In Anti-Corruption Battle. The government addresses unemployment issues. Dignitaries gather to analyze Tinubu administration’s transformative agenda. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima on Thursday declared that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is firmly committed to combating corruption impartially, without bias. Shettima made this assertion during the Second Edition of … Read more
Shettima, US Deputy Secretary, Kurt Campbell, discussed security and bilateral relations. The meeting followed Shettima’s representatio of Tinubu at the IDA21 Summit in Nairobi. Both nations aim to boost ties, with Campbell co-chairing the US-Nigeria Binational Commission. Nigeria, Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, United States, Deputy Secretary, Kurt Campbell, Abuja, Security, Bilateral Relations, Technological Collaboration, … Read more
IGP opposes state police proposal, citing concerns over potential misuse by state governors. FG remains supportive of state police initiative despite opposition from the IG. Efforts underway to establish state police as part of measures to address the nation’s security challenges. EKO HOT BLOG reports that during a national dialogue on state policing organized by the … Read more
16 state governors back state police to tackle Nigeria’s security issues. Federal police overwhelmed by rampant crime, leading to calls for state-level security. Regional security outfits like Amotekun face effectiveness challenges due to lack of federal support. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a bid to address Nigeria’s escalating security challenges, 16 state governors have supported … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that the official residence of the Vice President will be ready by May 2024. According to him, contractors were at the stage of electrical installations, which might not be visible on the outside but assured that changes would be seen … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has revealed the identification of 32 routes through which food items are smuggled out of Nigeria. Vice President Kashim Shettima disclosed this on Tuesday while addressing a conference on Public Wealth Management held in Abuja, the nation’s capital. He said on the midnight of Sunday, 45 trucks … Read more
Nigeria’s Vice President appeals to senators-elect to support Akpabio and Jibrin for Senate President and Vice President. He emphasizes the need for a Southern Christian candidate over a Northern Muslim and calls for unity and inclusivity in governance. The Vice President said he is ready to kneel down to beg the incoming senators to elect … Read more
Former Vice President Abubakar Atiku in a sit-down with PDP lawmakers-elect in Bauchi, has assured supporters of a promising future. In his address, he encouraged party members to remain hopeful while awaiting the resolution of the dispute at the presidential election petition tribunal. Speaking to the lawmakers-elect, Atiku urged them not to be tempted to … Read more
The Lagos State Government has announced a food festival for business people as the year goes to an end. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Commissioner for Agriculture, Ms. Abisola Olusanya announced that the Lagos State Government is set to hold the Y2022 Lagos Food Festival. EDITOR’S PICKS New Virus: Lagos Begins Immediate Vaccination To … Read more
Vice President Osinbajo Has Departed Abuja For US EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo today, Tuesday 31st August departed Abuja for the United States of America. This was made known in the early hours of Tuesday in a statement by his senior special assistant on media and … Read more
The People’s Democratic Party has postponed its caucus and NEC meetings EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Executive Committee (NEC) and caucus meetings for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which were originally scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, have been postponed. EDITOR’S PICK Sanwo-Olu Allays Residents’ Fear, Directs Security Agencies On Vigilance Level Lagos Gets … Read more
Wike set to emerge as Atiku’s running mate … decision was reached after a closed door meeting by high ranking members of the party on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICK Lagos TESCOM Set To Conduct Promotion Exercise For Education Officers Nationwide Blackout As National Grid Collapses Burna Boy: IGP Directs Lagos CP To Investigate Nightclub Shooting EKO … Read more