Sanwo-Olu to Lead Lagos Delegation to 2025 FNITCC Atlanta

Sanwo-Olu to Lead Lagos Delegation to 2025 FNITCC Atlanta Governor Sanwo-Olu will leverage the FNITCC platform to spotlight Lagos as Africa’s largest economy Other highlights include exhibitions showcasing African goods and services Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will lead the state’s delegation to the 2025 … Read more

Port Harcourt-Aba Train to Return Soon – NRC

Port Harcourt-Aba Train to Return Soon - NRC

Port Harcourt-Aba Train to Return Soon – NRC  Expresses regret over the inconvenience caused The corporation urged affected passengers to present proof of payment The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has assured passengers that the suspended Port Harcourt–Aba train service will soon resume operations. Eko Hot Blog reports that the suspension followed a viral social media … Read more

Lagos Emerges Winner of 9th National Youth Games

Lagos Emerges Winner of 9th National Youth Games Delta State, the host, came second Oborevwori urged the NSC to take swift action against age cheating Team Lagos has won the 9th National Youth Games held in Asaba, Delta State, finishing first with 52 gold, 32 silver, and 26 bronze medals. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more

Lagos Secures 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair Hosting Rights

Sanwo-Olu to Lead Lagos Delegation to 2025 FNITCC Atlanta

Lagos Secures 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair Hosting Rights Sanwo-Olu said Lagos’ selection reflects Nigeria’s central role in Africa’s economic integration Bada-Ambrose described the IATF nomination as a proud moment for Lagos Lagos State, Nigeria, has been nominated as the host city for the 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), in … Read more

Health Expert Raises Alarm Over Rising Cases of Eye Defects in Nigeria

Health Expert Raises Alarm Over Rising Cases of Eye Defects in Nigeria

Health Expert Raises Alarm Over Rising Cases of Eye Defects in Nigeria Adelanwa stressed the need for government at all levels to put basic measures in place He pointed out that 77.9 percent of mild vision impairment and other sight related challenges are prevalent among Nigerians A health sector stakeholder, Adedayo Adelanwa, has expressed concern … Read more

Gunmen Attack Usubu Community in Niger, Kidnap Nursing Mothers

Gunmen Attack Usubu Community in Niger, Kidnap Nursing Mothers

Gunmen Attack Usubu Community in Niger, Kidnap Nursing Mothers The attackers stormed the community and forcefully took away several women Security agencies  yet to release official statement Gunmen suspected to be bandits have attacked Usubu community in Niger State, abducting young mothers while leaving behind their ailing infants. Eko Hot Blog reports that the incident, … Read more

41 Year Old Craftsman Killed Over Upholstery Dispute in Edo

41 Year Old Craftsman Killed Over Upholstery Dispute in Edo

41 Year Old Craftsman Killed Over Upholstery Dispute in Edo The victim was allegedly attacked over a dispute linked to a job Eyewitness said on arrival, the men attacked him with dangerous weapons A 41 year old furniture maker, Mr. Aruna Imuekheme, has reportedly been beaten to death by 11 suspected gang members in Edo … Read more

Militiaman Shot Dead While Trying to Disarm Soldier in Jos

Militiaman Shot Dead While Trying to Disarm Soldier in Jos

Militiaman Shot Dead While Trying to Disarm Soldier in Jos The suspect admitted to involvement in several criminal activities in Barkin Ladi His body has been deposited in the morgue Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have killed a member of an armed militia in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State after he tried … Read more

Lagos ADC Hails Rhodes Vivour’s Entry, Strengthens Coalition Drive

Lagos ADC Hails Rhodes Vivour’s Entry, Strengthens Coalition Drive

Lagos ADC Hails Rhodes Vivour’s Entry, Strengthens Coalition Drive Ashiru noted that Rhodes Vivour’s arrival was about advancing a growing political movement Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar also sent a solidarity message to the ADC family The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Lagos State on Saturday officially welcomed the Labour Party’s 2023 governorship candidate, Mr. … Read more

Native Doctor Arrested in Anambra Over Used Condoms for Charms

Native Doctor Arrested in Anambra Over Used Condoms for Charms

Native Doctor Arrested in Anambra Over Used Condoms for Charms The suspect was apprehended by youths of Echara community in Awka North. Claims he makes charms for people involved in conflicts, land disputes, and even police cases A native doctor who specialises in collecting used male condoms for making charms has been arrested in Anambra … Read more

Tinubu’s Administration Yields Results in Public University Revitalization – Minister

Tinubu’s Administration Yields Results in Public University Revitalization – Minister Ahmad highlighted the introduction of the NELFUND as a key initiative aimed Governor Aliyu announced a Hajj seat as a special reward for the university’s best graduating student Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, says President Bola Tinubu’s administration is already seeing positive … Read more

Chief Mrs. Leila Fowler, Yeye Mofin of Lagos, Dies at 91

Chief Mrs. Leila Fowler, Yeye Mofin of Lagos, Dies at 91 She was called to the Bar in the United Kingdom in 1962 and to the Nigerian Bar in 1963 She established the Vivian Fowler Memorial College for Girls in 1991 Chief Mrs. Leila Euphemia Apinke Fowler, the Yeye Mofin of Lagos and founder of … Read more

NIDO Africa Chair Urges Unity, Warns Against Divisive Politics

NIDO Africa Chair Urges Unity, Warns Against Divisive Politics Osakwe revealed that more than 1,500 Nigerians have been rescued in Ghana and other African countries He underscored Dr Dabiri Erewa’s humanitarian work, pointing out that her dedication goes beyond political and regional divides The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Africa has made a strong appeal … Read more

The Abike Dabiri I know, by Fredrick Nwabufo

I have long admired Honourable Abike Dabiri-Erewa for her brilliance and ardour for duty. I believe it will not be an overreach to say she bears the totem of excellence. She comes to any assignment, whether in a private or public office, with gravitas, passion, and humility. I have seen this facility for distinction from … Read more

Abike Dabiri Erewa: The Woman Who Bears Nigeria’s Diaspora Burden – By Kehinde Adeleye

Abike Dabiri Erewa: The Woman Who Bears Nigeria’s Diaspora Burden - By Kehinde Adeleye

In every generation, there are leaders whose work transcends their office, leaders who embody the struggles and hopes of their people. For Nigeria, one of such figures is Abike Dabiri Erewa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission. Her role is as demanding as it is emotional, constantly pulling her into … Read more

Gunmen Disguised in Hijabs Kidnap Principal, Woman in Niger State

Gunmen Disguised in Hijabs Kidnap Principal, Woman in Niger State

Gunmen Disguised in Hijabs Kidnap Principal, Woman in Niger State The gunmen sat calmly at the entrance of the victims’ house, posing as ordinary women A Fulani woman identified as Aminu Runtoje was also abducted Armed bandits have kidnapped two people, including the Principal of Junior Secondary School Melehe, during a late night attack on … Read more

Budget Report Shows Lagos Assembly Members Set for N155m Houses Each

Budget Report Shows Lagos Assembly Members Set for N155m Houses Each

Budget Report Shows Lagos Assembly Members Set for N155m Houses Each  Budgets N6.2b To Buy 40 Property In Lagos, Abuja Uncertainty whether the initiative to provide houses originated from the executive or the legislature If the information contained in the second quarter 2025 budget performance report of the Lagos State government is anything to go … Read more

FG Launches N75m Innovation Challenge for Young Inventors

  • FG Launches N75m Innovation Challenge for Young Inventors
  • Yazid explained that the challenge seeks to discover and nurture local innovations.
  • The National Bureau of Statistics recently reported that Nigeria’s unemployment rate stood at 4.3 percent

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Adebanjo Marks One Month in Office with CNG Tricycle Initiative in Onigbongbo

Adebanjo Marks One Month in Office with CNG Tricycle Initiative in Onigbongbo

Adebanjo Marks One Month in Office with CNG Tricycle Initiative in Onigbongbo Resident noted that the tricycles will not only improve local mobility but also reduce the environmental impact Observers say Adebanjo’s quick start signals an administration keen on tangible grassroots development Barely a month into office, the Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development … Read more