“Having retired, I am now devoted to serving my community” – Alhaji Alade Olawale Saliu-Okulu On Saturday, May 8, 2021, Alhaji Alade Olawale Saliu-Okulu, the Baameto of Epe Kingdom, joined the septuagenarian ranks amid endless glee and gaiety. The event, which held at the Ojodu Estate Recreation Field, played host to notable dignitaries from far … Read more
The appointment of Mrs Margaret Adeseye as the Acting Head of the Lagos Fire and Rescue Service has been confirmed by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The governmentent stated that the confirmation of Mrs Adeseye’s appointment is based on her impressive performance in the Service. The appointment of Mrs Margaret Adeseye as … Read more
The management of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has said that it will no longer grant access to heavily-tinted vehicles as the institution prepares for resumption. UNILAG stated that the decision was informed by rising security challenges in the country. The management of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has said that it will no longer … Read more
The Lagos State Government has taken delivery of seven new boats equipped with modern gadgets. According to the state government, the new boats were built solely by local manufacturers to international standards. In a demonstration of its commitment to a multimodal transport system aimed at tackling traffic gridlocks across the metropolis, the Lagos State Government … Read more
Suspected hoodlums are currently attacking facilities at Mile 12 in Kosofe Local Government Area of Lagos State, EKO HOT BLOG has gathered. In a video, the residents of the area were seen fleeing for safety. The residents of Mile 12 in Kosofe Local Government Area of Lagos State were on Thursday morning thrown into pandemonium … Read more
No fewer than 4,000 unemployed graduates have been placed on N40,000 monthly salary for six months by the Lagos State Government. The government disclosed that the latest programme was implemented through the ministry’s Graduate Internship Placement Programme (GIPP). No fewer than 4,000 unemployed graduates have been placed on N40,000 monthly salary for six months by … Read more
The Lagos State House of Assembly has announced the suspension of three local government council chairmen in the state. The affected chairmen include Ogidan Mukandasi Olaitan of the Lekki LCDA, Suleiman Jelili of Alimosho Local Government Area, and Tajudeen Ajide of Surulere Local Government Area. The Lagos State House of Assembly has announced the suspension … Read more
The Lagos State Government has warned foreigners against violating the guidelines put in place to curtail the spread of coronavirus in the state and the country at large. Abayomi warned the foreigners that the state government would not hesitate to forward the passports of the defaulting passengers to appropriate authorities for deactivation. The Lagos State … Read more
Borno Acting Gov, Kaddafur has Distributed Ramadan Palliatives to 34, 000 House Hold in Maiduguri, Jere Councils areas of the state. The Acting Governor of Borno State, Hon Umar Usman Kadafur has on Friday distributed Ramadan Palliatives to residents of the most populous Council Areas of Maiduguri and Jere . Kadafur stated that the gesture is part of … Read more
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Lagos State Chapter, has resumed full duty after a 23-day strike. Recall that the JUSUN members have been on an indefinite nationwide strike since April 6 to press for financial autonomy of the judiciary from the executive. Judicial workers have resumed full duty in Lagos state after a … Read more
The Mary Daniel story attracted widespread attention, particularly in the social media. The Lagos State Government (LASG) has handed over Mary Daniel, the amputee sachet water hawker, to the leader of the Igala (Kogi State) community in Lagos State. The Special Adviser, Office of Civic Engagement, Aderemi Adebowale, while handing over Mary to her kinsmen … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has flagged off the reconstruction of the 107-year-old Massey Street Children Hospital located at the Adeniji-Adele Road, Lagos Island. The government had earlier explained that the new construction was geared towards addressing the challenge of space and expansion being encountered at the site of the current Massey Street Children Hospital. … Read more
The Lagos State Government has concluded plans for the award of contract for the Fourth Mainland Bridge. According to the government, the reserved and preferred bidders would be known by December. The Lagos State Government has concluded plans for the award of contract for the Fourth Mainland Bridge. The Special Adviser to the Lagos State … Read more
As part of activities to mark the second-year anniversary as governor, the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will from Tuesday inaugurate some projects in the state. Omotoso stated that many events had been planned to mark the anniversary. As part of activities to mark the second-year anniversary as governor, the Lagos State Governor, Mr … Read more
As part of the ongoing reconstruction on Ikorodu Road, the Lagos State Government has said that there will be a diversion of traffic from the main carriageway inbound Anthony from Monday, May 3, 2021, for four weeks. According to Oladeinde, the diversion was necessary in view of the need to address the worsening state of … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has named the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, as the chairman of its committee for the forthcoming Local government elections scheduled to hold in July. Hamzat said the APC takes every election serious and will do everything possible to win the local government election. The All Progressives … Read more
The Lagos State Commissioner For Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, has explained the reason behind the closure of COVID-19 vaccination centres across the state. According to a statement by Prof. Abayomi on Wednesday, the closure of the centres was due to the conclusion of the first phase of vaccination in line with the directive of the … Read more
Justice Phillips said the goal of the commission is to conduct a free, fair, credible and inclusive election. The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission has announced that election into the offices of chairman, vice chairman and councillors in the 20 Local Government Councils and 37 LCDAs in Lagos State will hold July 2021. This was … Read more
A police officer attached to the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the State Police Command, ASP Sunday Erhabor, has been honoured by the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, for professionalism on duty. Speaking at the Lagos House, Ikeja on Monday while receiving ASP Erhabor, Sanwo-Olu hailed the police officer for displaying high level of … Read more
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ikeja Branch, has protested against the non-implementation of financial autonomy for the judiciary as enshrined in the Constitution. The protest by the placard-carrying lawyers was led by the Chairman, Bartholomew Aguebodo. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ikeja Branch, on Monday, protested against the non-implementation of financial autonomy for the judiciary … Read more