Philip Ibitoye 
Earlier this week, police officers tried to execute an arrest warrant on Portable but he resisted. He subsequently took to social media to say the police were after him because he beat up an underling, who was a ‘Yahoo Boy’ (internet fraudster). The police consequently gave him a 72-hour ultimatum to turn himself in. Eko … Read more
The ICPC arraigned the senior prison officer on Thursday. He allegedly collected money from a couple for two vacancy slots in a university, which he allegedly knew did not exist. The anti-corruption commission said the offence contravenes section 1(1) of Advance Fee Fraud and other related Offences Act, 2006. Eko Hot Blog reports that the … Read more
The Lagos governorship election held on March 18, 2023. The electoral commission declared the incumbent governor as the winner of the election. He has promised Lagos residents to expect more rewards in the next four years. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday pledged that the wheel of governance in … Read more
The Lagos governorship election held on March 18, 2023. The electoral commission declared the incumbent governor as the winner of the election. However, his closest rival, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has refused to concede, accusing the ruling party of voter suppression and intimidation. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress … Read more
A grand jury investigating Trump in Manhattan has reached a final decision. The jury voted to indict the former president on Thursday night. The move means Trump is the first former or current US president to be charged with a crime. Eko Hot Blog reports that a grand jury in Manhattan, New York, has voted … Read more
Tinubu won the February 25 presidential election. Since he was declared the winner, his opponents and their supporters have sought to delegitimise his victory. The DSS recently confirmed speculations that some disgruntled politician are plotting to stop the president-elect’s inauguration. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chief Spokesman for the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign … Read more
Whitney slumped and died at the venue of her school’s sports event on February 9, 2023. The 12-year-old’s autopsy showed that she died from asphyxia and electrocution. The Lagos government subsequently found some officials of the school culpable and decided to charge them with crimes. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government on Thursday … Read more
The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), Lagos, recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. The association used the occasion to discuss the importance of oil and gas to Lagos government’s plan to build a profitable and resilient energy future. The energy commissioner attended the event, saying the state is close to the actualisation of the plan. Eko … Read more
The Lagos sexual violence agency recently held an interactive programme on child protection. At least 30 parents attended the event. The agency’s boss said the programme was aimed at tackling the trend of “rape culture” in primary and secondary schools. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has … Read more
The 2023 World Water Day held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. NIMechE used the opportunity to organise an essay competition on water sanitation and hygiene. The institute’s president also urged Nigerians to be the change they want by practicing good hygiene. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Mechanical … Read more
The 2023 World Water Day held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. The Lagos water corporation used the opportunity to partner with an engineering institute in organising an essay competition on water sanitation and hygiene. The corporation’s boss disclosed the state of water distribution in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) … Read more
A bus conveying Lagos civil servants collided with an oncoming train in the morning of March 9, 2023. The accident involved 102 people, with two dying at the scene and four passing away at the hospital during resuscitation. The driver of the bus, who was blamed for the accident, is set to be charged with … Read more
An engineering institute recently collaborated with the Lagos Water Corporation to organise an essay competition for secondary students. 80 schools across Lagos State participated in the competition. The students were asked to provide creative solutions to issues surrounding water sanitation and hygiene. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government, through Lagos State Water Corporation, … Read more
Tinubu will clock 71 on March 29, 2023. A prayer session for the celebrant has been scheduled to hold at First Epe Central Mosque, Epe. The president-elect is not expected at the session as he is not in the country. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Grand Chief Imam of Epe Division, His Eminence, Sheikh … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee (NWC) has appointed Iliya Umar Damagum as the party’s acting national chairman. Damagum was the PDP national deputy chairman (north) until his appointment. The PDP spokesperson, Debo Ologunagba, made the announcement on Tuesday at a press conference in Abuja. The appointment comes … Read more
Arimoro passed away earlier this month at 52. He was a member of the Rotary Club. His fellow club members have mourned his demise. Eko Hot Blog reports that members of the Rotary Club of Maryland, Ikeja, have paid glowing tributes to Late Prince Adetoyese Olamide Arimoro. The deceased died earlier in March 2023 in … Read more
Arimoro passed away earlier this month. He was 52. His body will be laid to rest on March 30. Eko Hot Blog reports that Eko Club USA, Houston, has announced the funeral arrangements for Prince Adetoyese Olumide Arimoro. Arimoro died earlier in March at the age of 52. EDITOR’S PICKS FULL LIST: Winners And Losers … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force historically has a fraught relationship with civilians. However, Disu became the Lagos RRS commander with the mindset that police officers can be the “good guys” as he christened his men. The policemen under his wing truly showed themselves to be the good guys through their constant display of professionalism and humanity. … Read more
National assembly elections held on February 25, while governorship and house of assembly polls held on March 18 across Nigeria. However, some elections were declared inconclusive for various reasons. The electoral commission has announced a date for affected elections. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed April 15 for … Read more
Presidential, national assembly, governorship, and house of assembly elections recently held in Nigeria. There have been numerous fake and debunked reports about the elections. Omole, therefore, urged the international community not to fall for cheap lies. Eko Hot Blog reports that Prince Ade Omole, Director, Diaspora Directorate overseeing the foreign affairs of President-elect Bola Tinubu, … Read more