Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has recaptured a suspected cultist, Wasiu Opeyemi, nearly two years after he escaped police custody. Opeyemi escaped police custody in August 2021 in handcuffs. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Suspends Emefiele As CBN Governor Meet Folashodun Adebisi Shonubi, The Trained Mechanical Engineer Who Is Now Acting CBN … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have uncovered a secret laboratory producing deadly illicit substance, Methamphetamine, in a residential community located in Ikeja, Lagos State. NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, made the disclosure in a statement on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Suspends Emefiele As CBN Governor Meet Folashodun … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment towards providing a coordinated parking system through strategic regulations and monitoring of parking infrastructure. The General Manager, Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA), Mrs. Adebisi Adelabu, reiterated the commitment on Radio Lagos’s programme “AWAYE” on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Suspends Emefiele As CBN Governor … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has said strategic plans are being developed and implemented to bridge the annual 1.380 million deficit in red meat consumption as part of measures to boost food security across the state and also enhance the supply of wholesome beef in Lagos. According to a statement issued … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a teenager, Lekan Wasiu, has landed at the Ogudu Magistrates Court in Lagos State over attempted theft. Prosecutors accused Wasiu of attempting to steal a GAC Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV). EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Suspends Emefiele As CBN Governor Meet Folashodun Adebisi Shonubi, The Trained Mechanical Engineer Who Is Now Acting … Read more
Recently, there were speculations that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) to stop arresting motorists in the state. LASTMA, the state’s top traffic law enforcement agency, is widely known for its aggressive enforcement of traffic laws. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Lagos Isn’t No Man’s Land; HoA Will Pass … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested eight suspected cable thieves. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the disclosure in a statement on Friday. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Lagos Isn’t No Man’s Land; HoA Will Pass New Property Laws Protecting Indigenes – … Read more
The Lagos State Government has completed plans to develop a telehealth model as part of efforts to sustain the implementation of various interventions aimed at improving access to Primary Health Care (PHC) in the State and pathways to the underserved population. EDITOR’S PICKS Why IPOB Banned Lawyer, Ejimakor, Others From Visiting Nnamdi Kanu In Cell … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency (LASURA) has identified about 26 noticeable dilapidated and highly distressed buildings within the Adeniji-Adele Housing Estate, Phases I-IV which would be recommended for demolition to prevent collapse and the loss of lives and properties. The General Manager of LASURA, Tpl. Ajibike Shomade, made the … Read more
The Lagos Assembly speaker has said the 10th legislature will focus on the interests of indigenes. He made the statement as he was elected speaker for a third term. The statement has sparked controversy on social media. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has reiterated its commitment to strengthening collaborative efforts with the State Police Command towards curbing the menace of domestic and sexual violence as well as providing necessary support to victims of abuse. According to a statement posted on the state government’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB), in collaboration with the German Agency for International Development (GIZ), has hosted a team from the Cameroon Ministry of Youth Affairs and Civic Education. According to a statement issued by the state government on Wednesday, the team were in Lagos to … Read more
Tola Kasali is a three-time commissioner in Lagos State. Abiru credited him with helping to get him elected in the last general election. Kasali was a year older on Tuesday. Eko Hot Blog reports that the lawmaker representing Lagos East Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Adetokunbo Abiru and his wife, Mrs Feyisola Abiru, have … Read more
Sanwo-Olu proclaimed the 10th Lagos assembly on Tuesday as is tradition. Obasa was subsequently reelected as speaker of the new assembly. The speaker’s election brought to an end the 9th assembly which passed 46 bills, 120 resolutions to set new record. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has charged the 10th … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board (LSMPWB) has so far airlifted a total of 2,379 intending pilgrims comprising of 994 males and 1,385 females to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the holy pilgrimage exercise. According to a statement issued by the state government Tuesday evening, the immediate past … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) have arrested three suspects, all members of a ‘one-chance’ gang, operating along Oshodi–Gbagada Expressway, Lagos. The Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the disclosure in a statement on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Senate Approves Tinubu’s Appointment Of 20 Special … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a member of a white garment church, David Timilehin, has accused popular Lagos-based prophet, Marcus Tibetan, of a N65 million land scam. According to The Cable, the prophet allegedly promised Timilehin a land near the recently inaugurated Dangote refinery in the state but failed to deliver it. EDITOR’S PICKS Senate … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday, called on all residents to take up the responsibility and collaborate with the Government to ensure a sustainable solution to the menace of plastics pollution to make the State safe, cleaner and healthy. The governor made the call at the 2023 World … Read more
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has found herself embroiled in a heated dispute with the Lagos State government. The actress had initially confronted the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, over an arrest threat stemming from a tax-related issue. This comes in response to the Lagos State government having ordered Iyabo Ojo to pay a sum of N18,640,092.00 … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has stepped up its enlightenment efforts against domestic and sexual violence by taking it to the church. The agency was at the Cherubim & Seraphim Movement Church Eyita, Ikorodu, Lagos, on Sunday to raise awareness. EDITOR’S PICKS Epe-Berger Bridge: A Ticking … Read more