Philip Ibitoye 
The swimmer is Akinrodoye Samuel, a Nigerian athlete. He is also known as Coach Dreh. The athlete swam for 2 hours 33 minutes in a mental health advocacy. Eko Hot Blog reports that Akinrodoye Samuel, the Nigerian athlete better known as Coach Dreh, has swum across 11.8 kilometres-long water of the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos … Read more
The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway has been in the pipeline for at least 20 years. However, the President Tinubu-led administration has actualised the project. Work has started on the project in March 2024 after approval in February. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway has received a new lease of life from the President … Read more
In February, police officers on fact-finding and rescue missions were ambushed and killed in Ughelli, Delta. The police say six officers are still missing in action. The force has revealed the arrest of some suspects who allegedly carried out the attack. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force has arrested eight suspects in … Read more
Sunday, March 24, was the World TB (Tuberculosis) Day for 2024. In commemoration of the day, the Federal Government of Nigeria held an event at Aso Villa on Thursday, March 28. The event featured Ministers Pate and Alausa as well as the First Lady of Nigeria. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Coordinating Minister, Federal … Read more
President Tinubu is celebrating his 72nd birthday today. The president said the celebration would be low-key and advised his well-wishers to not advertise their wishes to him. However, one of them shunned his plea and bought out the front-pages of national newspapers. Eko Hot Blog reports that that Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has … Read more
President Tinubu turns 72 today. Nosiru Onibon has sent a hopeful birthday message to the president. The message centers around Nigerians and their leaders returning to God as a nation. Eko Hot Blog reports that a former Deputy Vice Chancellor of the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Associate Professor Nosiru Onibon, has urged President … Read more
Sam Bankman-Fried ran FTX, a crypto exchange company, which collapsed in November 2022. The collapse left customers, investors and lenders short over $11 billion. The crypto mogul was accused of running down the company and has been imprisoned for his actions. Eko Hot Blog reports that crypto entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried was on Thursday sentenced to … Read more
Boat Regatta is a festival celebrated in the riverine areas of Nigeria, including Lagos and the Niger Delta Region. The festival is always staged when the water level is high and during the rainy season to ensure that boats can float with the high wave of the water. This year’s edition in Lagos does not … Read more
On Tuesday, staff of KFC Nigeria at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos State, refused entry to Debola Daniel, the son of a former Governor of Ogun State, Gbenga Daniel, because he was in a wheelchair. In a series of tweets reported by Eko Hot Blog on Wednesday, Daniel said a KFC staff, whom … Read more
KFC continues to face blowback over its staff’s refusal to allow a wheelchair into its Lagos airport restaurant. The international restaurant brand attempted to apologise to Debola Daniel on Thursday. However, the apology has raised questions. Eko Hot Blog reports that KFC Nigeria, on Thursday, published an apology to Debola Daniel, the son of a … Read more
Retirees at the Lagos Water Corporation have received a celebratory send forth. They received certificates of service recognising their long service to the corporation. The corporation’s boss Mukhtaar Tijani did the honours at an event in the LWC office. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos Water Corporation (LWC), on Wednesday, bubbled with lots of excitements … Read more
Nosiru Onibon has weighed in on the pervasive issue of crime in Nigeria. In his opinion, the low prosecution of crimes has resulted in lack of accountability. He says lack of accountability leads to repeat crimes. Eko Hot Blog reports that a former Deputy Vice Chancellor of the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Associate … Read more
KFC is in the eye of the storm for telling Debola Daniel that no wheelchair is allowed at its restaurant. The customer, a son of a former Ogun governor, accused the restaurant of denying him entry in Lagos. KFC risks a fine of N1 million based on the Discrimination Against Persons With Disabilities (Prohibition) Act, … Read more
Lagos is known for experiencing high degrees of rainfall yearly. This excessive rainfall often leads to flooding in Nigeria’s commercial capital. The state is now warning residents that there will “more than normal rainfall” in 2024. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has announced that the state is expected to experience “more than … Read more
Sulaiman Aledeh is a veteran of various broadcast networks in Nigeria. Starting his career on radio, the broadcaster is currently with Arise TV. He’s celebrating his golden jubilee today. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has congratulated veteran broadcaster, Mr. Sulaiman Aledeh, on his 50th birthday. The president’s congratulatory message is contained in … Read more
President Tinubu appointed Dr. Alausa and Prof. Ali Pate to lead the health ministry in July 2023. After both ministers assumed their offices in August 2023, they had the mandate to overhaul Nigeria’s healthcare system. In a recent interview, Dr. Alausa disclosed how the health ministry under both men is fulfilling this mandate. Eko Hot … Read more
Diddy is once again in the eye of a legal storm. He recently settled a lawsuit accusing him of the r*pe of his former wife and singer Cassie. His properties have been now been searched for what seems to be part of a larger investigation. Eko Hot Blog reports that properties connected to rapper Sean … Read more
Trump has been battling several civil and criminal legal issues for months. In one of the civil cases, the former president and other defendants were ordered to pay a $464 million bond to appeal a judgment. He has won his bid to reduce the bond. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former President United States (US) … Read more
Discounted markets are known to attract more buyers, leading to rowdy sessions. In February, seven Lagos residents died during sales of rice by Customs at discounted prices. However, the Lagos government’s ‘Ounjè Eko’ Sunday markets have garnered the governor’s praises for their calm transactions. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has … Read more
Amaechi Muonagor was one of the most defining actors of his era. He starred in dozens of movies that brought smiles to people’s faces. Until his death, he battled a kidney ailment. Eko Hot Blog reports that Veteran actor, Amaechi Muonagor, has died, throwing Nollywood into mourning again. The actor reportedly died on Sunday at … Read more