Philip Ibitoye 
By Bayo Osiyemi Introduction Nigeria, often called the “Giant of Africa,” is brimming with diversity, history, and a complex political landscape. Understanding the Nigerian political system is a matter of civic awareness and a key to making informed decisions in a nation that plays a significant role in the African continent. This comprehensive guide will … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion at the Lane Inbound Ikorodu General Hospital, Ikorodu, Lagos, for the completion of the Asphalt binder and wearing course of the new slip road. In a statement on Wednesday, the government said the diversion is in continuation of the Junction Improvement … Read more
An office cleaner and clerks were among the recipients. The state governor promised that his administration will continue to reward loyalty, and dedication to excellence. The award ceremony was part of activities marking the 2023 Lagos State Public Service Week. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, rewarded 10 “outstanding … Read more
Alausa and tech expert Lola Ade-John are the ministerial nominees from Lagos State. President Tinubu nominated them earlier in August and the senate confirmed them less than two weeks later. Lagos State is one of only eight states with at least two nominees. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has appointed United States-based … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) says it has secured a $3 billion crude repayment loan to support the naira and stabilise the foreign exchange (Forex) market. The corporation made the disclosure in a terse statement posted on the official account of the company on X (formerly known as … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has restated his administration’s commitment to working closely with experts, organisations, and the global community to ensure that the state remains at the forefront of climate action in the country. Sanwo-Olu stated this on Tuesday at the 10th Summit of the Association of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman, Epe Local Government, Hon (Princess) Surah O. Animashaun, has congratulated Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu on his appointment as the Chairman of Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB). Recall that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced the appointment on Tuesday evening. EDITOR’S PICKS Who Will Save Local Governments From The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appointed Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu as Chairman of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB). The governor announced the appointment in a statement issued on Tuesday by his spokesperson, Mr. Gboyega Akosile. EDITOR’S PICKS Who Will Save Local Governments From The Firm … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army has berated yet-to-be-identified soldiers for attacking an official of the Lagos State Traffic Management Agency (LASTMA). Viral videos on social media on Monday showed the soldiers with scarves to conceal their identities, and at least two civilians, one of whom also masked his face, attacking a LASTMA … Read more
Trump lost the 2020 US presidential election to President Joe Biden by more than 7 million votes. However, the former president has refused to concede defeat, alleging unproven voter fraud. His belief that he was cheated led him and his allies to take unsuccessful extraordinary steps to overturn the results of the election. Eko Hot … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Tristate healthcare systems, a private hospital in Lagos State, Nigeria, has reportedly conducted Nigeria’s first minimally invasive heart surgery. A minimally invasive heart surgery involves making small cuts, called incisions, in the chest. EDITOR’S PICKS Who Will Save Local Governments From The Firm Grips Of State Governors? Neglected Infrastructure and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Traditional Medicine Board (LSTMB) has condemned what it described as the high rate of flagrant disregard for prevailing laws guiding the practice of traditional medicine in the state among some illegal operators. In a statement on Monday, the Registrar of LSTMB, Mr. Babatunde Adele, accused the illegal … Read more
The first thing public analysts and foreign governments want to talk about after coups is how they are bad and worse than the worst versions of democracy. But these talks are usually an escape from reality. They avoid talking about what gave life to these illegal actions because it’s convenient to do so. Pray tell, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kwara State House of Assembly has unveiled the list of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s commissioner nominees. Recall that Sheu Abdulkadir Yusuf, the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Yakubu Danladi-Salihu, had in July disclosed that the governor had sent the name of 20 commissioner-nominees to the legislature for confirmation without … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has announced an extension of the construction at the CBD road entrance from August 12, 2023 to August 20, 2023, an additional eight days. Recall that the Lagos government had on Tuesday announced a three-day temporary closure of the entrance into CMD Road and the access … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State General Hospitals and Primary Health Centres are currently providing free antenatal care and child delivery services to pregnant women resident in Lagos State. The Lagos Ministry of Health made the disclosure in a statement on Sunday. The health ministry said the free services are part of the relief … Read more
The group was responsible for helping Tinubu and Shettima win the 2023 presidential election. It is planning to keep the support going for the entire tenure of the new president and vice president. It consequently elected officers to execute the assignment. Eko Hot Blog reports that the former Directors and Secretaries of the defunct Directorates … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has taken down three major illicit drug syndicates in intelligence-led operations across parts of Lagos state. According to a statement by Femi Babafemi, Director, Media and Advocacy, NDLEA Headquarters, Abuja, on Sunday, the operations led to the arrest of a baroness and four … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Taskforce has matched words with action through the clearing of shanties and make shift structures built hapzardly along the rail tracks and environs at Fagba, Lagos. The exercise which kicked off in the wee hours of Saturday was led by the Chairman of the Agency, CSP Shola Jejeloye … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has saluted Nigerian youths, describing them as drivers of the new economic frontiers in the country. He made the salutation to commemorate the world’s International Youth Day (IYD 2023) on Saturday. Sanwo-Olu in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega … Read more