Philip Ibitoye 
Eko Hot Blog reports that students of the Federal Government College (FGC), Kaduna State and other old FGC students, on Saturday, took to the street to protest what they described as a land grab by the government of the state. The peaceful protest was staged by the Unity Schools Old Students Association (USOSA), an umbrella … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Police in Lagos State have arrested a dismissed corporal allegedly impersonating a serving Inspector of Police. The police spokesperson in the state, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the disclosure on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Appoints Dele Alake, Wale Edun, Ribadu, Others As Special Advisers DSS Invites Suspended EFCC Chairman AbdulRasheed … Read more
By Judith Ukoh Just a little over a year ago, on June 8, 2022, Uju Ken Ohanenye, the only woman among the 23 presidential aspirants of the ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) withdrew from the contest in favour of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. For many Nigerians especially women who represent half of the population, … Read more
The Lagos government has recently been on an aggressive mission to rid the state of defective buildings. The mission was intensified following multiple cases of building collapse in parts of the state in recent months. The government has taken its efforts to the popular Alaba market. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has promised that his administration will focus on surpassing the “successes” of the first tenure. He made the promise on Friday after swearing in the first set of key members of his cabinet. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Appoints Dele Alake, Wale Edun, Ribadu, Others As Special … Read more
Adekusibe took to his Twitter account in May to make the hateful charge. The charge spurred angry reactions from several Twitter users who called on the police to take action. The police subsequently swung into action and nabbed the hateful Twitter user. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Osun State Police Command has arrested Kehinde … Read more
President Tinubu’s mother died on June 15, 2013. Ten years later, the president’s family, friends, and associates joined him in remembering his mother. The Lagos governor, clerics, market leaders, and others paid tributes to the late Iyaloja, Abibatu Mogaji. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government on Thursday organised 10th year remembrance Fidau … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), says her Twitter account has been hacked. The NIDCOM boss made the disclosure through the commission’s Head of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, in a statement Thursday night. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Appoints Dele Alake, Wale Edun, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, has appointed Rep. Wale Raji of the Epe Federal Constituency, Lagos State, as the Chairman of the House Welfare Committee. The speaker made the announcement on Thursday in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Appoints Dele Alake, Wale Edun, Ribadu, Others As … Read more
The appointments come about a week after the senate approved President Tinubu’s appointments. At the time of the approval, the president did not reveal the names of the appointees. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of eight Special Advisers. The Director Information, State House, Abiodun Oladunjoye, made the disclosure … Read more
Abiru, Wale Raji, Tobun, and Shabi are lawmakers from Lagos State. While Abiru and Raji serve in the national assembly, Tobun and Shabi serve in the state assembly. The Epe Ogunmodede Club has provided the lawmakers with some words of advice. Eko Hot Blog reports that Barrister Omodele Ibrahim, the President of Epe Ogunmodede Club, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Aminat Imoitesemeh Yusuf, a graduate of the Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, has set a new record for Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) in the institution by graduating with a perfect 5.00 CGPA. The Vice-Chancellor of LASU, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, made the disclosure at a pre-convocation briefing on Wednesday. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has reiterated its determination to eradicate youth restiveness, child marriage and other practices negatively affecting youth development in the state. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Social Development, Pharm. (Mrs.) Toyin Oke-Osanyintolu, made this known at the inauguration of the Technical Working Group (TWG) for … Read more
Ambode clocked 60 on Wednesday. Sanwo-Olu was one of the friends, family, and acquaintances who joined the former Lagos governor in celebrating the milestone. The former rivals had kind words for each other. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, sang praises of his predecessor, Akinwunmi Ambode, at his 60th … Read more
Ambode clocked 60 on Wednesday. He celebrated the milestone with a birthday party at his residence. His former rival and incumbent governor was around to celebrate with him. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, graced the birthday party of his predecessor, Akinwunmi Ambode to celebrate his Diamond Jubilee with … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Department of State Services (DSS) has invited Mr Abdulrasheed Bawa, the suspended Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The DSS made the disclosure in a statement issued by its spoksperson, Peter Afunanya, late Wednesday night. EDITOR’S PICKS DSS Invites Suspended EFCC Chairman AbdulRasheed Bawa FG Announces … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the federal government has announced that it is working out modalities to begin the disbursement of student loan from September and October. David Adejo, Permanent Secretary at the federal Ministry of Education, announced the development while answering questions from journalists in Abuja, on Wednesday. Recall that President Bola Tinubu signed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the naira is currently selling for as high as N750 – N755 per dollar at the investors and exporters (I&E) window. The situation arose on Wednesday as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) gave commercial banks and dealers in the forex market the green light to sell forex freely at … Read more
Akinwunmi Ambode left office as the governor of Lagos State four years ago, leaving behind an enduring legacy of transformational growth and development. He turns 60 today, June 14, 2023, and he deserves to be celebrated by all lovers of good and citizen-friendly governance. He is in the exclusive club of leaders who made transformational … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government on Tuesday flagged off the “Clean Nigeria: Use The Toilet” Campaign in Apapa Local Government as part of efforts to end open defecation nationwide by 2025. Speaking during the flag-off held at the Legislative Hall of Apapa Local Government, the Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, … Read more