Wale Raji is currently serving a second term in the House of Representatives. He was elected for a third term in the February 25 national assembly election. The lawmaker was among more than 300 reps-elect who received their certificates of return on Wednesday. Eko Hot Blog reports that Wale Raji, the lawmaker representing Epe Federal … Read more
Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi has sent commiseration messages to victims of the fire outbreak in Lagos. In our earlier reports, we reported a fire outbreak at Akere Spare Parts Market in Ajegunle Lagos. The fire reportedly broke out on Wednesday morning as per the reports. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Peter Obi, … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has dissociated himself from the alleged Lekki shooting during the #EndSARS protest. Brigadier-General Ahmed Ibrahim Taiwo had alleged that Sanwo-Olu requested military support on October 20, when the #EndSARS protests turned violent. During an interview on Arise Television, Governor Sanwo-Olu stated that he does not have authority over either the police or the Nigerian Army. … Read more
Sanwo-Olu is facing a tougher challenge than he did four years ago. The Labour Party’s victory in the presidential election in Lagos raised the stakes for the governor’s reelection hopes. Many influential politicians and celebrities have been rallying support for Sanwo-Olu in recent days. Eko Hot Blog reports that the former Speaker of the Lagos … Read more
The released vehicles were impounded for traffic violations. The Lagos governor approved the release of the vehicles free of charge. He said the decision is to provide relief for residents affected by the scarcity of cash. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has commenced releasing impounded vehicles to their owners without payment … Read more
Reno Omokri has slammed critics of LP Candidate, Rhodes-Vivour in the race for Lagos Guber. Reno pointed out that Rhodes-Vivour name shows that he is one of the original Lagosians. He however stated that he is loyal to the PDP, and urged the people to vote for the PDP candidate. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Rhodes-Vivour is the LP candidate for the 2023 governorship election in Lagos State. Bode George, a chieftain of the PDP, is backing the LP candidate. The election will hold on Saturday, March 11, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, says there is a “heinous plan” … Read more
Sanwo-Olu inspected the terminal of Lagos Red Line rail. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday, inspected the mega terminal of the Red Line rail in the Ikeja area of the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Issues President-elect Tinubu Must Prioritise Chrisland Schools Denies Alleged Plan To Exhume Whitney Adeniran’s Body ‘It’s … Read more
Whitney slumped and died at the venue of her school’s inter-house sports event on February 9, 2023. The 12-year-old’s autopsy showed that she died from asphyxia and electrocution. The Lagos government recently kicked against the deceased’s exhumation after plans allegedly emerged to do so. Eko Hot Blog reports that the management of Chrisland Schools has … Read more
Social media is a consistent space for heated debates about the status of Lagos State. While some argue that the state is a “no man’s land”, others contend that the state is a Yoruba land. Yul Edochie is the latest figure to join the debate. Eko Hot Blog reports that popular Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has continued his recent daily mentions of his administration’s achievements in the last four years. The latest update focuses on the Lagos government’s achievements in the education sector. The governor is facing an uphill battle to win a second term in office. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reeled … Read more
The Ajegunle and Alaba-Rago areas of Lagos State had been hotbeds for violent armed robbery gangs in recent times. The police say their operatives have arrested armed robbers belonging to two different gangs. The police recovered weapons and other items from the suspects. Eko Hot Blog reports that detectives of the Lagos State Police Command … Read more
Lagos State government ready to kick against the planned exhumation of late Whitney Adeniran for autopsy. Whitney Adeniran was a former student of Chrisland School who was electrocuted during the school’s inter-house event. However, the deceased’s family stands opposed to plans to have her body exhumed for autopsy. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos … Read more
Yul Edochie hits at arguments referring Lagos State as a No Man’s land. The Nollywood actor via his Instagram states that the integrity of the State being owned by Yorubas should be respected as Anambra State is respected as an Igbo State. This argument has been on for ages owing to the fact the State … Read more
An online publication recently said the Lagos justice ministry needs “urgent reform.” The publication accused the leadership of the ministry of maladministration and poor treatment of workers. It also claimed that the Special Counsel’s office had complained about unpaid allowances. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Ministry of Ministry of Justice has denied accusations … Read more
Sanwo-Olu is gearing up for a reelection battle. His reelection was expected to be noncompetitive but his party’s loss in the February 25 presidential election in Lagos has complicated his path to victory. Facing a tough reelection battle, the governor is not hesitating to talk about his achievements and his plans for the future. Eko … Read more
Sanwo-Olu is gearing up for a reelection battle. His reelection was expected to be noncompetitive but his party’s loss in the February 25 presidential election in Lagos has complicated his path to victory. The governorship election is set to hold next Saturday, March 11, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, … Read more
Whitney slumped and died at the venue of her school’s inter-house sports event on February 9, 2023. Her parents alleged that Chrisland Schools, her school, was negligent in handling events that led to her death. The Lagos government consequently ordered a coroner’s inquest into the 12-year-old’s death and the report has been released. Eko Hot … Read more
Before now, students could not pay online to register for screening tests into model colleges in Lagos. The Lagos government has announced that a new payment and registration regime has begun. The government said the move was to ensure seamless payment and access to public services. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government … Read more
The police in Lagos have made efforts to keep the peace in Lagos. The efforts come after the presidential and national assembly elections which witnessed thugs disrupting proceedings in some areas. The police met with stakeholders ahead of the governorship and state house of assembly polls. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner … Read more