Philip Ibitoye

Health Ministry PS Unveils Aims Of National Meeting On Health Research Development

Aug 4, 2024.Jul 31, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa (Middle) and Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare Daju, Kachollom S. (Right), at the National Strategic Meeting on Research Development and Innovation

Health Ministry Permanent Secretary unveiled the aims of national meeting on research development. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Daju Kachollom S., says the National Strategic Meeting on Health Research Development was aimed at enhancing research and developing innovative solutions for healthcare challenges in Nigeria. EDITOR’S … Read more

Tunji Alausa To Stakeholders: Translate Health Research Findings Into Life-changing Practices

Jul 31, 2024.Jul 31, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, speaking at the National Strategic Meeting on Research Development and Innovation

Tunji Alausa has challenged stakeholders to translate health research findings into life-changing practices. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, says research in the health sector must be done with the aim of enacting policies and practices that make a real difference in the lives … Read more

Alara Of Ilara Emerges Financial Secretary Of Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council

Jul 31, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Alara of Ilara, HRM Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo joined the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi; Obi of Obinugwu, Cletus Illomuanya; Jaja of Opopo, Dandeson Jaja; Dein of Agbor, Benjamin Ikenchuku Keagborekuzi 1, and other monarchs at the inauguration of Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC) on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Imo State

Alara of Ilara emerged as the Maiden Financial Secretary of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council at its inauguration. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Alara of Ilara, HRM Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, was among prominent monarchs in southern Nigeria to constitute the first caretaker committee of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC). EDITOR’S … Read more

Sanwo-Olu, Obasanjo Celebrate Erelu Abiola Dosunmu On 50th Anniversary As Erelu Kuti IV Of Lagos

Jul 31, 2024.Jul 31, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Erelu Abiola Dosunmu flanked by former President Olusegun Obasanjo and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu at her 50th anniversary as Erelu Kuti IV of Lagos

Governor Sanwo-Olu and former President Olusegun Obasanjo were in attendance to celebrate Erelu Abiola Dosunmu at her 50th Anniversary Celebration as Erelu Kuti IV of Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and former President Olusegun Obasanjo, were among several dignitaries who gathered to celebrate Erelu Abiola Dosunmu on the occasion … Read more

Prayer Campaign Seeks Divine Intervention For Nigeria’s Troubling Issues

Jul 30, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

In response to Nigeria’s ongoing challenges, including political and religious controversies, the International Christian Conscience Initiative (ICCI) launched a prayer campaign. The weekly Sunday prayer sessions, which started December 2023, are designed to seek divine solutions for issues such as joblessness, insecurity, and societal discord. The ICCI’s campaign encourages Christians to unite in prayer and … Read more

United Bible University Staff Honoured By Elder Dipo Macaulay During Nigerian Visit

Jul 30, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

In a recent visit to Nigeria, Elder Dipo Macaulay, an esteemed Elder from City Gate Church in East London, expressed his admiration for the dedicated staff of United Bible University. Eko Hot Blog reports that Elder Dipo, who was a special guest at the university, praised the work of the institution’s staff, stating, “I AM … Read more

ACTS Seeks Autonomy Of Church Education In Nigeria Amid Legal Scrutiny

Jul 30, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

The autonomy of church education and Christian professions in Nigeria is currently under legal scrutiny. Eko Hot Blog reports that Prof. Kunle Macaulay, President of the Association of Christian Theologians (ACTS), has challenged a recent High Court ruling by appealing to the Court of Appeal. He advocates for the separation of church education from secular … Read more

VIDEO: Angry Lagos Residents Vandalise MTN Office Over Mass Disconnection

Jul 30, 2024.Jul 30, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

File photo: Angry crowd in front of an MTN office after a mass disconnection of SIM cards (Photo: Punch)

Angry Lagos residents vandalised an MTN office over mass disconnection. Eko Hot Blog reports that a mob of angry MTN subscribers besieged the telecommunications company’s office in the FESTAC Town area of Lagos State on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt Recognises, Respects Citizens’ Right To Protest – Sanwo-Olu Lekki-Epe Corridor: Lagos Suspends E-call-up System – … Read more

After Tinubu Signs New Minimum Wage Bill, When Will It Go Into Effect?

Jul 29, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

The new minimum wage has gone into effect as Tinubu gives a key approval. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has signed the minimum wage bill into law. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt Recognises, Respects Citizens’ Right To Protest – Sanwo-Olu Lekki-Epe Corridor: Lagos Suspends E-call-up System – All The Details FG Agency NBS … Read more

‘Exceptional Woman:’ Otunba Yeye Owokemi Saaka Celebrates 70th Birthday Amid Glowing Tributes

Jul 29, 2024.Jul 29, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Otunba Yeye Owokemi Omogemi Abidoye-Saaka and her husband, Aare (Dr.) Lateef Kehinde Saaka at her 70th birthday ceremony

Otunba Yeye Owokemi Saaka celebrated her 70th Birthday amid glowing tributes. Eko Hot Blog reports that Otunba Yeye Owokemi Omogemi Abidoye-Saaka has celebrated her 70th birthday in grand style. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt Recognises, Respects Citizens’ Right To Protest – Sanwo-Olu Lekki-Epe Corridor: Lagos Suspends E-call-up System – All The Details FG Agency NBS Feeding … Read more

Aderemi Ogunpitan Congratulates Johnson Bodunwa On Son’s Wedding Ceremony

Jul 30, 2024.Jul 29, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Groom Oladeji Bodunwa and bride Linda Onolemhemhen dancing at their wedding ceremony in Lagos

Aderemi Ogunpitan congratulated his friend, Pastor Johnson Bodunwa, on his son’s wedding ceremony in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that the families of Pastor Johnson Kehinde & Pastor ( Mrs.) Janet Kikelomo Bodunwa and Engineer Robinson & Mrs. Francesca Onolemhemhen joined their children in marriage. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt Recognises, Respects Citizens’ Right To Protest … Read more

Best Of Yoruba And Igbo Cultures On Display As Samuel Oyenuga And Chiamaka Ibeh Tie The Knot In Texas

Jul 31, 2024.Jul 28, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

The best of the Yoruba and Igbo cultures was on display as Samuel Oyenuga and Chiamaka Ibeh tied the knot in Texas. Eko Hot Blog reports that it was the most beautiful inter-tribal joining of two Nigerian families on Saturday, July 20, 2024, as Samuel Oyenuga and Chiamaka Ibeh married in Dallas, Texas. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more

Lagos Govt Announces Traffic Diversion From Osborne/Dolphin To Sura, Adeniji Adele Link Bridge. Here Are Alternative Routes

Jul 29, 2024.Jul 28, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Traffic diversion at Island-Iyana Oworo carriageway

Lagos government announced a traffic diversion from Osborne/Dolphin To Sura, Adeniji Adele Link Bridge. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has announced that the diversion of traffic from Osborne/ Dolphin Estate to Sura en route Adeniji Adele Link Bridge. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt Recognises, Respects Citizens’ Right To Protest – Sanwo-Olu Lekki-Epe Corridor: … Read more

Suspected Child Trafficker Sells Two-month-old Baby For ₦500,000 In Lagos

Jul 27, 2024.Jul 27, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Police arrested “sellers” of a two-month-old baby in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that detectives attached to the Lagos State Police Command have arrested members of a suspected child trafficking ring and rescued a two-month-old baby. The command’s spokesperson revealed the development in a statement on Saturday. According to Hundeyin, one Gloria Sunday absconded with … Read more

Lagos Govt Recognises, Respects Citizens’ Right To Protest – Sanwo-Olu

Jul 27, 2024.Jul 27, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the meeting with CSOs on the planned protest on Thursday, July 26, 2024

Sanwo-Olu says the Lagos government recognises and respects the citizens’ right to protest. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has acknowledged that every Nigerian citizen has the constitutional right to protest and express themselves. EDITOR’S PICKS Lekki-Epe Corridor: Lagos Suspends E-call-up System – All The Details FG Agency NBS Feeding Nigerians … Read more

Lekki-Epe Corridor: Lagos Suspends E-call-up System – All The Details

Jul 26, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Lagos has suspended the e-call-up system on Lekki-Epe corridor. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has suspended plans for the commencement of its e-call-up system on the Lekki-Epe corridor until further notice. EDITOR’S PICKS FG Agency NBS Feeding Nigerians False Inflation Figures – APC Tunji Alausa, NAFDAC DG, NBMA DG Promise Action … Read more

“Step Up And Cut The Fuse On Planned Protest” – Lagos Assembly Tells Sanwo-Olu

Jul 26, 2024.Jul 26, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Lagos Assembly asked Sanwo-Olu to take ‘major steps’ to prevent planned protest. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State House of Assembly has called on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to take “major steps” to avert the planned nationwide protest in the state. EDITOR’S PICKS FG Agency NBS Feeding Nigerians False Inflation Figures – APC Tunji Alausa, … Read more

Tunji Alausa Meets UNAIDS Director In Germany, Reveals Nigeria’s Efforts On HIV/AIDS Prevention

Jul 26, 2024.Jul 26, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Dr. Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare and Winnie Byanyima, USAID Executive Director, meet on the sidelines of International Aids Conference in Germany

Tunji Alausa met the UNAIDS Director in Germany and revealed Nigeria’s efforts on HIV/AIDS prevention. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, has held discussions with Winnie Byanyima, the Executive Director of Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). EDITOR’S PICKS FG Agency NBS Feeding … Read more

FG Agency NBS Feeding Nigerians False Inflation Figures – APC

Jul 26, 2024.Jul 25, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

APC claims a Federal Government agency is feeding Nigerians with false inflation figures. Eko Hot Blog reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has baselessly claimed that the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) is releasing false inflation figures to Nigerians. EDITOR’S PICKS Tunji Alausa, NAFDAC DG, NBMA DG Promise Action On Genetically Modified Foods Why … Read more

Sanwo-Olu, Other Lagos Officials Present Areas Of Opportunities To Potential Investors

Jul 24, 2024. by Philip Ibitoye

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, addressing potential investors at the third edition of Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS 3.0) in Lagos on Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Sanwo-Olu and other Lagos officials presented areas of opportunities to potential investors. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, led a new push for an aggressive investment inflow to boost Lagos State’s economic growth. EDITOR’S PICKS Tunji Alausa, NAFDAC DG, NBMA DG Promise Action On Genetically Modified Foods Why We … Read more