Fintiri Imposes 24-Hour Curfew On Adamawa

Hoodlums carting away stolen goods in Adamawa State

Eko Hot Blog reports that Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has imposed a 24-hour curfew on the state. A statement signed by the press secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, said the curfew took effective immediately, Sunday, July 30, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival Keeps Progressing, Now Global – Olu Epe Of Epe Epe … Read more

Epe Kayokayo Festival: Winners Of Quranic Recitation Contest, Quiz Bag Cash Prizes

Yusuff Muheebah of Popo-Oba/Oke-Oba, the first prize winner of the Quranic recitation contest (Junior category) with her plaque receiving her prize (Photo: Kakalistiq)

Eko Hot Blog reports that winners of the Quranic recitation and quiz competitions at the ongoing Epe Kayokayo festival in Epe, Lagos State, on Saturday, received cash prizes. The competitions were part of events lined up to celebrate the 2023 Epe Kayokayo festival. EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival Keeps Progressing, Now Global – Olu Epe Of … Read more

Epe Kayokayo Coordinator Otunba TJ Abass Announces Plans To Step Down

Kayokayo Festival Organising Committee coordinator, Otunba TJ Abass

Kayokayo Festival is the biggest cultural, religious, and social event in Epe, Lagos. It is celebrated annually, a month after the Eid-El-Kabir (Ileya) festival.  It literally translates to “eating to satisfaction.” Eko Hot Blog reports that the Aremo of Epe Kingdom, Otunba TJ Abass, has announced his plans to step down as the coordinator of … Read more

Keep Hope Alive; Tinubu Will Turn Nigeria’s Economic Fortunes Around Soon – Otunba TJ Abass

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Aremo of Epe Kingdom, Otunba TJ Abass, has implored Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Tinubu amid the economic hardship they are experiencing. Otunba Abass spoke on Friday at a press conference for the Epe Kayokayo festival in Epe, Lagos State. EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival Keeps Progressing, Now … Read more

Kayokayo Festival Keeps Progressing, Now Global – Olu Epe Of Epe

Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr Shefiu Adewale

By Solomon Babawale Kayokayo Festival is the biggest cultural event in Epe, Lagos. It is celebrated annually a month after the Eid-El-Kabir (Ileya) festival. It literally translates to “eating to satisfaction.” Eko Hot Blog reports that the 2023 Kayokayo Festival, on Friday, got off to a flying start. The festival kicked off with a press … Read more

Anthrax Disease: Lagos Govt Commences Free Vaccination Of Animals

Anthrax vaccination

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture has enhanced the surveillance of abattoirs and slaughter slabs in the state in order to forestall the prevalence of Anthrax disease. Anthrax, an infectious disease caused by Bacillus anthracis, affects domesticated animals such as cows, pigs, camels, sheep, goats, and wild animals. Human beings … Read more

Setting Up A PoS System In Lagos: Step-by-Step Tutorial

Lagos government distributed PoS machines to some residents

By Bayo Osiyemi Are you a business owner in Lagos looking to streamline your operations, boost efficiency, and enhance customer experience? Setting up a Point-of-Sale (PoS) system might be the game-changer you need. In this comprehensive step-by-step tutorial, we will walk you through the process of establishing a PoS system in Lagos, offering actionable insights, … Read more

10 Inspiring Books Every Nigerian Entrepreneur Should Read

Cover of "The Lean Startup” by Eric Ries

By Bayo Osiyemi Introduction Welcome, aspiring Nigerian entrepreneurs, to a world of inspiration and knowledge! In the ever-evolving entrepreneurship landscape, the power of learning from others’ experiences cannot be underestimated. Books have been a timeless source of wisdom, offering invaluable insights that can transform your entrepreneurial journey. Nigeria’s vibrant and dynamic business environment provides a … Read more

World Hepatitis Day: How To Save Your Life With Early Detection – Gbagada Gen. Hospital Cardiologist

Hepatitis virus

By Solomon Babawale Health is wealth, and to ensure a healthy world and individual healthy lifestyle, the World Health Organization (WHO) set July 28 as a day to create awareness for the silent killer virus Hepatitis and encourage prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Despite the effort of the WHO and other health parastatals to get people … Read more

Lagos Intensifies War Against Street Trading, Arrests Hawkers On Highways, Roads

File photo: Street traders

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) has effected the arrest of more than 25 hawkers in syndicated raids across the state. The Corps Marshal of the Agency, CP Gbemisola Akinpelu (retd) made the disclosure at the Command Headquarters, Bolade-Oshodi, on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Transmits 28-man List Of Ministerial Nominees … Read more

Lagos Seeks Health Insurance Stakeholders’ Partnership On Domestication Of NHIA Act

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged critical stakeholders in the State health insurance value chain, including Health Management Organizations (HMOs), Health Care Providers, Corporate Organizations, Health Insurance Coverage Providers, policymakers and employers of labour and employees to support, partner and corporate with the Lagos State Health Management Agency … Read more

Tinubu Transmits 28-man List Of Ministerial Nominees To Senate (FULL LIST)

President Bola Tinubu

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has transmitted a list of 28 ministerial nominees to the Senate for screening and confirmation. The list includes former Governor of Ebonyi State, Dave Umahi; former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai and presidential spokesman, Dele Alake. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigeria’s … Read more

Nigeria’s Super Falcons Beat FIFA Women’s World Cup Co-Hosts Australia 3-2

Nigeria's Super Falcons celebrate their 3-2 victory against Australia at the FIFA Women's World Cup

Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s Super Falcons have beaten Australia, the co-hosts of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, 3-2. Nigeria’s senior female team got the better of their opponents in a thrilling encounter on Thursday afternoon. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigeria’s Super Falcons Beat FIFA Women World Cup Co-Hosts Australia 3-2 7 Powerful Nigerian Women Who … Read more

Lagos Launches ‘Circular Economy Hotspot’, Targets New Wealth

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, Deputy Consular General, Ms. Leone Van der Stijl, and and others at the Circular Economy Hotspot event

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, launched the Circular Economy Hotspot, which is aimed at transforming the current production order towards regeneration and sustainability. Sanwo-Olu formally unveiled the initiative at a conference organised by the State Government in collaboration with Circular Economy Innovation Partnership (CEIP) and African Circular Economy … Read more

Epe LG Chairman Animashaun Asks FRSC To Install Speed Breakers At Strategic Spots

Epe LG Chairman, Princess Surah Animashaun and Lagos Sector Commander of the FRSC, CC Babatunde Farinloye

Eko Hot Blog reports that Princess Surah Animashaun, the Chairman of Epe Local Government (LG), Lagos State, has called on the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to install speed breakers at strategic spots in the area to forestall accidents. She made the call on Wednesday when an FRSC delegation led by the Lagos Sector Commander, … Read more

Tinubu’s Take On The Ongoing Coup Attempt In Niger Republic

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu, the Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, has condemned “unpleasant developments” in Niger Republic. There are reports of an ongoing coup attempts in Niger Republic. President Bazoum Mohamed is reportedly being held hostage by the presidential guard with the Army and the … Read more

Ex-Lagos NUJ Chairman Qasim Akinreti Congratulates Lateef Odegbenle On Bagging PhD

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Former Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Lagos State Council, Dr. Qasim Akinreti, has congratulated Broadcast Journalist, Abdul Lateef Odegbenle, who recently bagged a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Mass Communication. Dr. Odegbenle obtained his PhD from the Babcock University, Ilishan, Remo, Ogun State. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more

US Citizens, Others Will Need Paid Authorisation To Travel To Europe From 2024. What To Know

A US passport holder

Eko Hot Blog reports that starting from 2024, the European Union will require visitors, including United States (US) citizens, to get pre-approval via the European Travel Information and Authorisation System. However, Nigerian passport holders and other nationals from visa-required countries do not need the approval. Instead, they will continue to need a visa. Before securing … Read more

Lagos Will Partner With Customs For Ports’ Turnaround – Sanwo-Olu

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, met with Acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, at the Lagos House, Marina, Lagos, on Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to making Lagos a business destination for as many investors as possible to improve the economic prosperity of the state. He said the Lagos State Government will continue to partner with the Nigeria Customs Service to ensure turnaround for … Read more

Resident Doctors Declare Total, Indefinite Nationwide Strike (See Demands)

Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD)

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared a total and indefinite strike action. Recall that the doctors in the early days of July issued a two-week ultimatum to the federal government for the implementation of all their demands. EDITOR’S PICKS 7 Powerful Nigerian Women Who Paved The Way … Read more