Philip Ibitoye 
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that the Awofodu family, on Friday, gathered to commemorate the final burial outing and Thanksgiving ceremony of their beloved matriarch, Mama Mary Olusola Awofodu, at the Methodist Church Nigeria in Ekotedo, Ibadan, Oyo State. The event commenced with a solemn church service and a heartfelt Thanksgiving. Mr. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government on Friday announced the immediate closure of Mile 12 International and Owode Onirin markets, for filth and various environmental infractions. The markets were closed in a joint operation carried out by enforcement officers from Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (KAI) on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has commissioned the new office complex (headquarters) of the Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria (CHPRBN). The minister commissioned the building at a ceremony on Thursday. The CHPBRN regulates the training and practice of Community Health Practitioners … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate and the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, recently held a press conference to commemorate the World Mental Health Day. The briefing held on Tuesday, October 10, at the Federal Secretariat, Abuja. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CyVOKBosq7B/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a tanker caught fire at the Lagos Quadrapont Bridge, near the National Arts Theater, Iganmu, on Thursday evening. In a statement, the Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Adeseye Margaret, disclosed that the Sari Iganmu and Ilupeju Fire crews combined efforts to tame the raging fire. Margaret … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, on Thursday, embarked on physical planning enforcement on Lagos Island. According to a statement issued by the state government, the exercise, which was led by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, sent … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Toyin Osinubi’s funeral service is set to hold on Friday, October 13, 2023. She passed away on October 3, 2023, at the age of 64. According to the schedule of events obtained by Eko Hot Blog, the funeral service will hold from 1:00pm to 2:30pm. Before the service, there … Read more
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that the Executive Chairman of Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, represented by Vice Chairman, Hon. Adesanya Lateef, on Thursday, presented vehicles to three supervisors and a patrol vehicle to the Eredo Security Forum (ESF). The presentation ceremony held at the Eredo LCDA secretariat … Read more
Olukoyede takes over from the suspended EFCC boss, Bawa. The president also appointed a new secretary for the commission. He tasked them to justify the confidence reposed in them. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has appointed Ola Olukoyede as the new Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The presidency … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government on Wednesday commenced the removal of structures and shanties on setbacks of drainage channels at Lekki II Ikota Drainage Channel, reiterating that it would not condone any illegality. The demolition exercise in highbrow Lekki II areas of Mobil Road and Gedegede Community followed the expiration of … Read more
By Solomon Babawale In a heartwarming celebration of six remarkable decades on this earth and 38 years of enduring love, tributes poured in from family, friends, colleagues, and esteemed personalities for Pastor (Mrs.) Mayowa Ikuforiji last Sunday in Lagos State. Her husband, Rt. Hon. Dr. Adeyemi Ikuforiji, the former Speaker of the Lagos State House … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Office of the Special Adviser on Central Business Districts (CBD), on Wednesday, served removal notices on owners of illegal makeshift shops and iron kiosks erected within the Lagos Island Business Districts. The notice of removal was a follow-up to the advocacy campaign held recently within the District … Read more
Early this month, the Rotary Club of Gbagada presented an award of outstanding service to Eko Hot Blog founder, Otunba Tajudeen Abass, and some eminent personalities in society for their positive contributions to humanity. The awards were presented at the club’s grand investiture ceremony at the Greetings Hall, Yoruba Tennis Club in Onikan, Lagos State, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), in conjunction with other emergency response agencies, on Tuesday, averted another potential tanker explosion as a petrol-laden truck heading towards Barracks/Ojuelegba on Funsho Williams Avenue fell on Stadium Bridge, Surulere, Lagos. The agency made the disclosure in a statement issued by … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has declared a self-described Blockchain Developer, Benjamin Best Nnanyereugo, better known as Killaboi, wanted. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the announcement in a statement on Tuesday. Nnanyereugo, using the curious pseudonym ‘Killaboi, had taken to Instagram some months ago to admit to killing … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA), Abdul Rasheed Na’Allah, has paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of the State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa. The minister received the VC and his team at his office in Abuja over the weekend. The details of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has reacted to speculations that it has restarted paying fuel subsidy which President Bola Tinubu said was gone. The Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, who met with the president on Monday at the Presidential Villa, denied allegations making the … Read more
By Solomon Babawale In a heartwarming celebration of love, faith, and decades of togetherness, Pastor Mrs. Mayowa Ikuforiji and her husband, Right Honourable Adeyemi Ikuforiji, marked her 60th birthday and celebrated their 38th wedding anniversary last Sunday, October 8, 2023. Pastor Mrs. Ikuforiji, deeply grateful for God’s goodness throughout their journey, shared her touching story … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that talented winger Eden Hazard has announced his retirement from football at just the age of 32, shocking football fans worldwide. He made the announcement on Tuesday morning on social media. Hazard, a former Chelsea player, terminated his contract with Real Madrid in the summer after a stint marked by injury … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has suspended the airlifting of intending pilgrims from the state for a holy pilgrimage in Israel due to the prevailing conflict in Israel. The trip was earlier scheduled for Tuesday, 10th October, 2023. In a statement on Monday, the Board Secretary of Lagos State Christian Pilgrims … Read more