Philip Ibitoye 
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Idowu Owohunwa, says the police may declare persons of interests in the killing of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji, better known as MohBad, wanted if they do not honour the invitation for interviews. The police boss also disclosed that the law enforcement agency may involve the International … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has called on world leaders and United Nations (UN) member states to show, with their actions, that they mean what they say concerning the crackdown on terror financing, economic sabotage, and illicit mineral & arms smuggling in the developing world. According to a statement by the president’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have apprehended three suspects linked to the brutal murder of Mr. Adeniyi Sanni, a senior aide to Senator Solomon Adeola, the lawmaker representing Ogun West at the National Assembly. The murder had generated controversy as the Senator Adeola accused military operatives of carrying … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a momentous occasion unfolded on Tuesday, September 15, 2023, as the Ijebu Obas from Lagos State embarked on a historic visit to the grand palace of HRM Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, known as Ogbagba II, the revered Awujale and Paramount ruler of Ijebuland, situated in the heart of Ijebu Ode, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Tuesday, joined his colleagues in the federal cabinet to brief President Bola Tinubu to kick-start Nigeria’s participation at the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The UNGA, an annual event, is holding in New York, United States (US). … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that two men have suffered varying degrees of burns after fire razed a building at Victory Bay, Ikota Housing Estate, Ajah, Lagos State. The incident happened in the early hours of Tuesday. A statement issued by the Director, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Mrs. Margaret Adeseye, revealed that the service … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has called for the support of the Federal Government to enable the state to efficiently put in place necessary infrastructures. The Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, made the appeal on behalf of the governor when he received the Federal House of Representatives, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Idowu Owohunwa, has announced the commencement of full investigation into the death of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji, better known as, MohBad. He announced the membership of the team to carry out the investigation on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS Musibau Sumonu Installed As Ilagbe of Egbaland As … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that joint troops of 82 Division Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Police have neutralised 3 combatants of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate, Eastern Security Network (ESN) in a fierce encounter. The Director, Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, made the disclosure in a statement on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Zamfara State Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Sokoto has affirmed the election of Dauda Lawal as the governor of the state. The tribunal upheld the victory of the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the March 18 governorship election, while dismissing the petition of former Governor Bello … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Head of Service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola, has announced that he is embarking on a voluntary retirement from the state’s civil service. He said his retirement is effective from September 30, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS Musibau Sumonu Installed As Ilagbe of Egbaland As Wife Gets Faderera of Egbaland Title Celebration … Read more
Musibau Sumonu and his wife held Ake titles before their recent honours. The latest honours include two chieftaincy titles for Chief Sumonu and one title for Chief Mrs Sumonu. They expressed their appreciation for the trust their community placed in them. Eko Hot Blog reports that Chief Musibau Olatunji Sumonu and his wife, Chief Mrs. … Read more
Musibau Sumonu and his wife held Ake titles before their recent honours. Their latest titles represent Egbaland. The Alake of Egbaland described them as deserving due to their contributions to the progress of the town. Eko Hot Blog reports that Chief Musibau Olatunji Sumonu has been installed as the Ilagbe of Egbaland and Lisa of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Zainab Oluwafeyikunuola and Emmanuel Oluwafemi, on Saturday, committed to a lifetime together as husband and wife in a celebration filled with love, tradition, and cherished moments. The celebration, which held at the Balmoral Sheraton, Anthony Way, Ikeja, Lagos State, featured traditional engagement and Nikkah ceremonies. The traditional engagement ceremony kicked … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command says it has commenced a “full-scale criminal investigation” into the demise of late fast-rising artiste, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as MohBad. MohBad passed away on Tuesday under mysterious circumstances that have sparked controversy on social media. A statement by the police on Friday said … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged newly inaugurated cabinet members and Permanent Secretaries to ensure strict implementation and enforcement of all state laws for Lagos residents to live in a sane, safe and secure society. He urged the new members of the State Executive Council to hit the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) and Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore and develop suitable opportunities within the remits of both parties’ interests across the hydrocarbon value chain in Nigeria. According to a statement issued by the NNPC spokesperson, Garba Deen … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Dr. Yemi Cardoso, a former Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget in Lagos, on his nomination as the new governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). His congratulatory message was contained in a statement he posted on his X account on Friday. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, has returned to his duty post after being sworn in by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, urging staff to support him in giving wider publicity to the programmes of the Lagos State Government. He was one of the 37 commissioners and special … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s inflation rate increased to 25.80% in August 2023 relative to the July 2023 headline inflation rate which was 24.08%. The August 2023 headline inflation rate shows an increase of 1.72% points when compared to the July 2023 headline inflation rate. EDITOR’S PICKS Here Are Alternative Routes As Third Mainland … Read more