Philip Ibitoye

Philip Ibitoye is a journalist who boasts more than five years of experience reporting the news. He is an Editor at Eko Hot Blog.

Christmas: Lagos Govt Agencies Task Residents On Responsible Celebration, Warn Against Pollution

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Lagos monthly rental scheme set for enforcement

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) popularly known as KAI, both agencies of the state government, have tasked residents of the state to celebrate Christmas responsibly. The agencies, in separate Christmas messages on Sunday, warned Lagosians against all forms of noise and environmental … Read more

Don’t Lose Hope Due To Challenging Times, Sanwo-Olu Urges Christians At Christmas

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rejoiced with residents of the state, particularly Christian faithful as they celebrate this year’s Christmas, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ. Sanwo-Olu in his Christmas message issued on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, implored Nigerians, especially Christians to … Read more

How To Register Your Vehicle On Police Central Motor Registry (Step-by-Step Guide)

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Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun

Eko Hot Blog reports that has Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the implementation of the upgraded electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR), an information system aimed at enhancing the safety and security of all Nigerians. The Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, made the confirmation in a statement on Sunday. He said the … Read more

Lagos Govt Seals Quilox Nightclub Again, Gives Reasons

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has sealed Quilox Nightclub, along Ozumba Mbadiwe Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, over alleged environmental and safety infractions. The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) disclosed the development in a statement issued via X, formerly known as Twitter, on Sunday. According to the statement, Quilox club was sealed … Read more

PHOTOS: Lagos Govt Removes Lekki Inner Gates A Day After Warning

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Lagos Environment Ministry's officials pulling down gates in Lekki

Eko Hot Blog reports that officials of the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources have commenced the removal of permanently closed inner gates in the Lekki area of the state. The ministry’s spokesperson, Kunle Adeshina, disclosed the development in a statement on Saturday. The operation came about 24 hours after the Lagos government … Read more

Rep Wale Raji’s Bill Mandating Treatment For Victims Of Gunshot, Other Weapons Scales First Reading

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Lagos News: Wale Raji

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Member representing Epe Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Wale Raji, has moved to mandate the treatment and care for victims of gunshots and other dangerous weapons. The lawmaker’s bill seeking to amend the Compulsory Treatment and Care for Victims of Gunshots Act 2017 passed first reading … Read more

Yuletide: LASTMA Cautions Motorists On Road Safety, Deploys More Personnel, Vehicles Across Lagos

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LASTMA officers near a commercial vehicle

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has deployed more personnel, and patrol and tow vehicles to strategic locations across the state. The agency’s spokesperson, Adebayo Taofiq, revealed the development in a statement on Saturday. He said the deployment is part of LASTMA’s statutory responsibilities in ensuring unimpeded flow of … Read more

REWIND: Buhari Counters CBN Investigator, Confirms He Approved Naira Notes’ Redesign

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Embattled former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, presenting the redesigned naira notes to former President Muhammadu Buhari

On Friday, reports emerged that the Special Investigator on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Related Entities, Jim Obazee, claimed that former President Muhammadu Buhari did not approve the redesign of naira notes. Obazee submitted his final report tagged, ‘Report of the Special Investigation on CBN and Related Entities (Chargeable offences)’ to President Bola … Read more

Lagos Govt Confirms Death Of Two Residents In Building Collapse

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One of the bodies recovered from the building collapse in Ebute-Metta

Eko Hot Blog reports that two residents of a two-storey building in the Ebute-Metta area of Lagos State have died after the collapse of the structure. The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Authority (LASEMA), Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, disclosed the development in a statement on Friday. The building collapsed earlier on Friday, trapping at … Read more

EFCC Arrests Convicted Italian Over Property Dispute, Issued Vacation Order In Lagos

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Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have rearrested a convicted Italian, Floriana De-Stefani, for allegedly failing to obey a court order upon her conviction. The commission made the disclosure in a statement posted on its X account on Friday. Justice Mojisola Dada … Read more

My TESCOM Board Appointment Will Revolutionalise Learning In Lagos Schools – Olusegun Agbaje

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Former Epe LG Chairman, Hon. Jamiu Olusegun Agbaje

By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. Olusegun Jamiu Agbaje, has been appointed to the Board of the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM). Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, appointed the former Epe LG boss on Friday, December 8, 2023. In an exclusive phone interview with … Read more

Lagos Govt Reopens Parts Of Third Mainland Bridge After One-month Closure

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Third Mainland Bridge

Eko Hot Blog reports that the busy Third Mainland Bridge has reopened to traffic from 6pm on Thursday, December 21, 2023. The Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, made the announcement in a statement. Recall that the federal government, on November 19, closed down four ramps connecting the Adekunle area to the Third … Read more

Epe LG Chairman Animashaun Provides Cash Support For Elderly Women Ahead Of Christmas

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One of the beneficiaries of the Epe LG Elders' Empowerment Programme

The cash support was aimed at relieving the current economic hardship in the country. The elders’ empowerment programme followed other welfare initiatives that targeted vulnerable residents of Epe in recent months. The LG chairman recently committed to more programmes that would add value to people’s lives. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of Epe … Read more

Transforming Education: Wale Raji’s Initiative Enhances UPE Primary School Imokun Epe

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By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Wale Raji, the lawmaker representing Epe Federal Constituency, has facilitated a block of furnished three classrooms at the UPE Primary School, Imokun Epe, Lagos State. The project was commissioned by Hon. Wasiu Tolani Odeyemi on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. This facility was furnished to create a … Read more

Police Uncover Unsanitary, Illegal Beverage ‘Factory’, Arrest Two In Lagos

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Two suspects, Imo Lawrence and Magnus Nwonka arrested for manufacturing fake drinks

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has busted an illegal factory where drinks were manufactured in the state. The police spokesperson in the state, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the disclosure in a statement on Wednesday. He revealed that the officers of the Ojo Division of the state command arrested two suspects … Read more

Why Lagosians Should Take Advantage Of Water Transportation – Lagos Govt

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has urged residents to patronize the state’s water transport network. The government made the plea at a recent stakeholders meeting with community leaders and residents of Shomolu Bariga at the ‘Love Lagos’ Jetty, Bariga/Ilaje Waterfront. It said the meeting was organised in its effort to enlighten … Read more

In Father’s Memory, Bashorun JK Randle Challenges Intellectuals To Lead Nigeria’s Revival

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Bashorun JK Randle

By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that A one-time President of the Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria, Bashorun J.K. Randle, has advocated for intellectuals and intelligent people to salvage the country from its numerous problems. He made the charge on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at his father’s memorial and thanksgiving service held at … Read more

‘Expect A Big Empowerment Programme’ — Akinloye Unveils New Year Plans For Eredo LCDA Residents

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By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Eredo LCDA Chairman, Hon Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, has promised a mega empowerment programme before the year runs out and before the first quarter of the year 2024. He made the promise on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at the Children Christmas Funfair held at the Eredo LCDA secretariat, … Read more

PHOTOS: Children Play, Dance, Win Prizes At Eredo LCDA’s Annual Christmas Funfair

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By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Mrs Ismail Christiana Oyinloluwa, the wife of the Chairman of Eredo LCDA, Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, on Tuesday December 19, 2023, spearheaded the much-anticipated 2023 Children Christmas Funfair at the LCDA secretariat. Children from Eredo LCDA and neighbouring areas gathered for a day of festivities. Hon. Akinloye … Read more

Erelu Abiola Dosunmu, Femi Olugbile, Others Honour Chief JK Randle At Remembrance Ceremony

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By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Erelu Kuti IV of Lagos, Her Royal Highness, Dr Abiola Dosunmu, Dr Femi Olugbile, Mr Oluwole Olamide, Otunba TJ Abass, and Dr Patrick Ifechukwudi, recently paid heartfelt tributes at the remembrance celebration of the late Chief JK Randle, a former chairman of the Lagos Race Club. The … Read more

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