Philip Ibitoye 
Fubara and loyalists of his former ally, Nyesom Wike, in the state assembly have been at loggerheads for months. The crisis appears to worsen on Wednesday as pro-Fubara lawmakers elected a factional speaker. The governor had said the state assembly loyal to Wike did not exist in the eyes of the law. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
There was a gas explosion in Ibeju Lekki LGA on Tuesday afternoon. The explosion claimed one life and injured many others. The Ibeju Lekki LGA boss has promised relief and aid for the victims. Eko Hot Blog reports that a gas explosion has killed a vendor and injured a few others in the Abule Pan … Read more
On May 29, 1999, Nigeria heralded a new dawn of democracy and waved goodbye to military rule—or so we thought. The abduction—it was an abduction, period—of Daniel Ojukwu, the reporter with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), is a painful return to the cruel and classless military rule tactics of cracking down on dissent and … Read more
Nigerian bank customers will start paying more for their electronic transfers. This comes after the CBN directed banks to charge a “cybersecurity levy”. The levy takes effect in two weeks. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all financial institutions to implement a 0.5 percent cybersecurity levy on electronic … Read more
Mrs. Olayinka Saidat Oladunjoye, an attorney and political leader in Epe and Lagos State, is 65 today, May 6, 2023. Her impressive strides in various leadership positions deserve celebration. Besides enjoying numerous achievements in her personal life, she has distinguished herself as a valuable public servant who has effected positive changes. EDITOR’S PICKS JAMB And … Read more
By Bashorun J.K. Randle It would be something between hyperbole and premature jubilation to describe the minimum capital requirements for banks announced by Mr. Yemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as a bombshell. On the contrary, the Governor of the CBN deliberately and meticulously stuck to his well choreographed strategy of … Read more
By Bashorun J.K. Randle The contest is not really a case of Chartered Accountants versus Economists because many Chartered Accountants actually trained as economists before becoming Chartered Accountants. Vice-Versa (similarly), many of our leading economists qualified as Chartered Accountants before venturing into economics as their area of specialization. EDITOR’S PICKS JAMB And Candidates: A Case … Read more
Oba Ogunlaja of Odo-Noforija recently travelled on the Third Mainland Bridge. The journey came just after the rehabilitation of the bridge. The monarch joined many others in praising the Third Mainland Bridge’s new look. Eko Hot Blog reports that Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, the Aladeshonyin of Odo-Noforija, Epe, Lagos State, has commended the new look of … Read more
Netanyahu had previously vowed to close Al Jazeera in Israel after the passage of a law in April. Israel expressed discontent with the TV network’s coverage of its war in Gaza. The country’s PM has now secured his cabinet’s approval to move forward with the closure of Al Jazeera. Eko Hot Blog reports that Israel … Read more
Not many people are more influential than Oba Rafiu Ishola Babatunde Balogun, the Elejinrin of Ejinrin, Epe Division, Lagos State, in the history of Ejinrin. The monarch’s wisdom and tact have been instrumental in helping to turn a warzone into a zone of developmental and transformative projects. EDITOR’S PICKS JAMB And Candidates: A Case Study … Read more
The Ebumawe Of Ago-Iwoye ascended the throne of his forefathers in May 2000. Despite being the son of his father’s 12th wife, he was invited to ascend the throne. He is now celebrating his 20th anniversary of his coronation. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, Oba Abdulrazaq Adenugba, is set … Read more
There has been a shocking Development in Kano State. A journalist was reported shot inside the state government house. Neither the police nor the government has reacted to the situation. Eko Hot Blog reports that “a stray bullet” has hit a journalist with the Kano State government-owned Abubakar Rimi Television (ARTV), Naziru Idris Ya’u, inside … Read more
FIJ is known for its daring investigative reports. The police recently invited the chairman of the publication’s board of trustees. The force has now arrested a FIJ reporter. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) of the Inspector General of Police has arrested Daniel Ojukwu, a journalist with the Foundation for Investigative … Read more
Fintechs, including Opay and PalmPay, are discouraging crypto trading on their platforms. Their actions follow a CBN directive to the digital banks to stop onboarding new customers. There are concerns that the fintechs are being used for money laundering and terrorism financing. Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian fintech companies have cautioned their customers against … Read more
Malaria is a predominant health issue across Nigeria and many African countries. The administration of President Bola Tinubu has taken renewed interest in malaria elimination. It is holding a roundtable discussion featuring experts to introduce new malaria elimination strategies. Eko Hot Blog reports that that Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. … Read more
A man was shot dead during a scuffle at a Lagos filling station on Wednesday. There were reports that a DSS officer shot the victim, but the agency denied them. The police have come out to say the shooter is one of their own, but did not reveal his name. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
The Abuja-Kaduna train attack occurred on March 28, 2022. The attack led to the death and kidnap of many passengers. Two years later, the police say they have arrested a crucial suspect. Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says its operatives have arrested the suspected mastermind of the Abuja-Kaduna train attack, Ibrahim … Read more
Bolaji Agaba passed away a week ago. He served as the Executive Secretary of Epe Local Government before the creation of LCDAs. His family and friends are set to hold an 8th day prayer for him in Surulere and Epe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Fidau Prayer for Otunba Bolaji Agaba, a former Executive … Read more
Epe is an ancient town in Lagos with historical sites. One of those historical sites is a colonial office that the Lagos government recently visited. The state government is to transform the “cultural heritage.” Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government is set to transform an Old Colonial District Officers’ office in Epe … Read more
Many Lagos bridges are known for housing squatters beneath the surface. In recent months, the Lagos government has cleared squatters from underneath various bridges. The Dolphin Estate Bridge was the destination of the latest clampdown. Eko Hot Blog reports that officials of the Lagos State Government have uncovered an underbridge shelter at the Dolphin Estate … Read more