Philip Ibitoye 
A human rights lawyer says the Nigeria Police Force does not have a database for criminal records. He says the consequence is that the police are not able to track criminals across states. The counsel alleges that the failure to digitise the system is intentional by the police. Eko Hot Blog reports that Ridwan Oke, … Read more
Governor Sanwo-Olu swore in 13 judges for the state high courts. He urged judges to compete favourably with judiciary across the globe. The governor also implored them to be fair and uphold the rule of law. reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, swore-in 13 new judges for the state high courts, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former President of the United States (US) President Donald Trump has been found guilty of all criminal counts in his Hush Money trial in New York. The 12-person jury, in a verdict read late Thursday night, found Trump guilty of all 34 felonies brought against him by prosecutors. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in Lagos State to adopt the old national anthem. The state’s Head of Service, Bode Agoro, conveyed the governor’s directive in a circular issued late Wednesday night. EDITOR’S PICKS Win-Win Scenarios: How Nigerians Are The Biggest Beneficiaries … Read more
Governor Sanwo-Olu marked the first anniversary of his second term in office with the launch of 15 boats. The boats were locally manufactured and expected to herald a new era of local boat assembly. Hence, the Lagos government and an indigenous manufacturer have partnered on an assembly factory. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State … Read more
Chioma Okoli drew the ire of Erisco foods in September 2023 after reviewing one of the company’s products. CEO of Erisco Foods, Eric Omeofia, reported the reviewer to the police. The police subsequently arrested her in Lagos and charged her in Abuja, drawing criticisms from many Nigerians. Eko Hot Blog reports that Chioma Okoli, the … Read more
By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan Alhaji Seriki Bamu recently celebrated his 85th birthday. The member of the Lagos Governance Advisory Council (GAC) was honoured by several people, including Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat. The celebrant has thanked everyone who celebrated his special day. Eko Hot Blog reports that Alhaji Seriki Akanni, popularly known as Bamu, a prominent … Read more
Eko Club International is gearing up for its second quarterly meeting of 2024. Officials have big expectations for various programmes at the three-day meeting. The meeting will hold from Friday, May 31, 2024, until Sunday, June 2, 2024. Eko Hot Blog reports that officials of the Eko Club International (ECI) are expecting an impactful and … Read more
All does not appear to be well within the presidency media team. President Tinubu’s top spokespersons, Ajuri Ngelale and Bayo Onanuga, can’t publicly agree on their principal’s schedule. The spokespersons released conflicting statements on the president’s schedule for May 29. Eko Hot Blog reports that Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on … Read more
Chief Bayo Osi-Efa has died. He was said to have passed on after a brief illness. The Osi-Efa patriarch was a founding member of Epe Club. Eko Hot Blog reports that Chief Bayo Osi-Efa, a pioneer member of Epe Club, a premier social club for indigenes of Epe, Lagos State, has passed away. The Epe … Read more
Lagos State doesn’t want to be included among states stifling local government administration. Hence, it is pushing back against its inclusion in a recent lawsuit targeting LG autonomy. The state says it is a model for how states should deal with local councils. Eko Hot Blog reports that that the Lagos State Government has rejected … Read more
The Epe landfill is set to be a source of energy for nearly 50,000 homes, according to the Lagos governor. The expectation follows a deal the Lagos government made with a Dutch company. The state says the collaboration marks “a new era of international cooperation to solve local challenges”. Eko Hot Blog reports that the … Read more
The Ipaja Police Division was a subject of an attack earlier on Monday. The attack was said to have been carried out by “hundreds of hoodlums”. The police say it repelled the attack. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command says officers of the Ipaja Police Division have contained an attack on … Read more
Surah Animashaun has a message for government leaders on 2024 Children’s Day. The Epe LG chairman says children face multidimensional risks that threaten their survival everyday. She reaffirms her own commitment to protecting children. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of Epe Local Government, Surah Animashaun, has called on government leaders at all levels … Read more
By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a poignant gathering marked by heartfelt remembrance and solemn prayers, dignitaries, monarchs, and well-wishers came together to honour the memory of Hijah Ruqayyah Sijuwade Anomo, beloved wife of Hon. Wale Raji Anomo, Chairman of Ikosi Ejinrin Local Community Development Area (LCDA). The funeral prayer (Fidau), … Read more
By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a poignant display of solidarity and remembrance, the Lagos State First Lady, Mrs Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, delivered a heartfelt tribute to the Anomo family. The governor’s wife spoke on Sunday during the solemn Fidau prayer ceremony for Ruqayyah Sijuwade Anomo, the wife of Hon. Wale Anomo, … Read more
The Federal Government recently started demolishing properties to clear the way for the construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway. President Tinubu has officially kicked off the construction. He says the highway will provide major economic benefits to Nigerians. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday in Lagos State, flagged off the construction … Read more
By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a heartfelt tribute to honour his decades of exemplary service and leadership, Alhaji Seriki Akanni Bamu, a revered figure within the Epe community, has been presented with a brand new Toyota Hilux. The presentation, orchestrated by the Chairman of Epe Local Government, Princess Surah Animashaun, … Read more
There are different kinds of teachers in every school, but there are two major types: The ones who come into the lives of students and leave them the way they met them—without impact. The second group comes into the lives of students, and their impact—positive or negative—is felt forever. Mrs. Umo Balogun, a former English … Read more
By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a gesture of profound gratitude and generosity, the Bamu Foundation has gifted the Epe community of Lagos State with a much-needed ambulance. The presentation, held as an expression of thanksgiving for the blessings bestowed upon Alhaji Seriki Akanni Bamu, better known as Baba Bamu, and … Read more