Philip Ibitoye 
Eko Hot Blog reports that HRM Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Ilara, Epe, Lagos State, has participated at the launch of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (P-BAT) Cares for Women initiative. The initiative launched at the Banquet Hall of the State House, Aso Villa, Abuja, on Thursday, March 7, 2024. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion along the route of the Alapere pedestrian bridge at Estate Gate, Ketu Alapere on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Lagos. Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, disclosed the development in a statement Friday evening. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Suspends Rural Electrification Agency … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reassured women residents of his administration’s support in creating a more equitable, inclusive and just society, where everyone has the opportunities to fulfill their potentials and lead fulfilling lives. He spoke on Friday during the 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD) Celebration held at … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that HRM Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, the Aladeshonyin of Odo Noforija, Epe Kingdom, Epe, Lagos State, on Thursday, attended the unveiling of the ‘P-BAT Cares For Women’ initiative. The monarch and other royal fathers as well as dignitaries joined President Bola Tinubu at the State House conference centre in Abuja to unveil … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has denied reports that a fire broke out at the Murtala Muhammad Airport in Lagos State. The authority dismissed the reports in a statement on its X account Thursday evening. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Suspends Rural Electrification Agency MD, Three Others Yaoundé Malaria Declaration: … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has handed over the construction of the 700km Lagos- Calabar Coastal Highway, spanning 9 States with two spurs leading to the Northern States, to a contractor. Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed the development on Thursday during the official handover of the first phase of the project, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has directed the indefinite suspension of the Managing Director/CEO of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad. The president’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, disclosed the development in a statement on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS Super Tuesday: Five Takeaways From US Primaries As Ex-President Trump Dominates Nikki Haley ALERT: … Read more
Malaria deaths are an issue that that has plagued Africa for several years. Twelve countries, including 11 in Africa, are collectively responsible for 73% of global malaria mortality. In 2022, approximately 166 million malaria cases and 423 000 malaria deaths occurred in these 12 countries. Eko Hot Blog reports that Minister of State for Health … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an unknown policeman, on Wednesday, allegedly beat up a Lagos-based lawyer, Timothy Olaniyi, who was at the Lagos State Police Command Headquarters in Ikeja to find out about a client who was arrested in February. The lawyer, who alleged that he was beaten like a condemned criminal, disclosed his plight … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a forum known as Christian Experts has called on churches to help the government address various challenges, including hunger, poverty, insecurity, and inadequate access to quality and affordable education. The forum, which expressed their concerns about the hardship in Nigeria, made the call after their meeting held recently in Lagos … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that United States (US) Republican presidential candidate, Nikki Haley, effectively leaving former President Donald Trump as the presumptive nominee of the Republican Party. Haley, who won only one out of 15 states in the Super Tuesday 15-state primaries, announced the suspension of her campaign at press conference Wednesday afternoon around 4pm. … Read more
Wale Raji has been paying a monthly stipend to selected seniors across his constituency since 2020. Under the Elder’s Welfare Scheme, the lawmaker pays N10,000 to beneficiaries monthly. His office says the payment prioritises the welfare of the elderly in Epe Federal Constituency. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Wale Raji, the lawmaker representing Epe … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Managing Director of the Lagos State Water Corporation (LWC), Engr. Mukhtaar Temitope Tijani, has received Fellowship of the Nigerian Institution of Environmental Engineers (FNIEE). The LWC disclosed the development in a statement issued on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Super Tuesday: Five Takeaways From US Primaries As Ex-President Trump Dominates Nikki … Read more
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On Super Tuesday, the day that witnessed the highest number of states — 15 – conducting primaries, Republican frontrunner Donald Trump and Democratic incumbent Joe Biden both cruised to easy victories in the vast majority of the night’s primaries — the contests that ultimately decide who receives major party nominations. But underdog candidate Nikki Haley … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has diverted traffic at the Lagos Island-Iyana Oworo bound lane of the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos. Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, disclosed the development in a statement on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Shameless Bloody Serpent’ – Akeredolu’s Wife Lambasts Late Husband’s Niece Over Aiyedatiwa … Read more
The Lagos HoS assumed office in September 2023 The visit of the LWC officials to his office is their first since he took office. They wished Agoro an exciting, successful and rewarding term in office. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) Managing Director, Engr. Mukhtaar Temitope Tijani, on Tuesday, paid a courtesy … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has not lifted its visa ban on Nigerians, contrary to speculations that it has done so. Some media reports on Tuesday evening had claimed that the UAE had announced the restoration of visa services for Nigerians. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Shameless Bloody Serpent’ – Akeredolu’s Wife Lambasts … Read more
Super Tuesday is the US presidential primary election day when the greatest number of states hold primary elections and caucuses. Today, the Republican primary is being contested between Trump and Haley. Trump, who has dominated the contest since the beginning, is aiming to knock out his only challenger in the 15 contests. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government says it is going ahead with its monthly rental scheme, saying it will begin enforcement before the end of 2024 or early next year. Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Housing, Barakat Odunuga-Bakare, stated it during a recent press briefing of the Lagos State Real … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force says operators of point-of-sale (POS) machines and other electronic mobile money transaction devices are not allowed within its stations and facilities. The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, disclosed the NPF’s position in a statement on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Shameless Bloody Serpent’ – Akeredolu’s Wife … Read more