Tinubu is running to become the next president of Nigeria, while Sanwo-Olu is running for a second term as Lagos governor. The presidential election will hold on February 25, 2023, while the governorship poll holds March 11, 2023. Traditionalists in Lagos have backed the election bids of Tinubu and Sanwo-Olu. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
Buhari inaugurated the blue rail line and cultural centre as he concluded his two-day visit to Lagos. Sanwo-Olu said the rail project could have been completed many years ago but the then federal government led by an opposition party slowed the progress. The Lagos governor signed the contract for the commencement of the second phase … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari is in Lagos on a two-day working visit. The president inaugurated the Lagos Rice Mill in Imota, Lagos, which will reportedly create nearly 250,000 jobs. The president commended Governor Sanwo-Olu for his efforts in driving the growth of the agriculture sector. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday commended … Read more
The “Sanwo Switch to Gas” project was initiated by LASEPA. The initiative rewards Lagos residents with gas cylinder in exchange for plastic wastes, unserviceable and abandoned electrical appliances, among others. The Lagos first lady recently attended the launch of the project on the Lagos Island. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State First Lady, Dr. … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari, on Monday, started his two-day visit to Lagos State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the visit saw him inaugurate at least two major projects. EDITOR’S PICKS Too Much Ado Over Tinubu’s Health N77 Trillion Debt: Buhari’s Government And The 2023 ‘Budget Of Deficit’ SPARE: An Attack On The British Monarchy The president, … Read more
President Muhammadu will pay a two-day working visit to Lagos on Monday, January 23, 2022. The government has announced that traffic will be controlled on various routes on Monday and there will be a diversion on the Island on Tuesday. The president is scheduled to inaugurate five projects during his visit. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
In 2016, the Lagos government demolished the Chief J.K. Randle Memorial Hall. The government built the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History on the site of the demolished hall. The Randle family accused the Lagos government of plotting to wipe out the name of the family in the state through the demolition of … Read more
The LASHMA launched the service charter for the agency and the ‘ILERA EKO’ health insurance scheme. The Lagos head of service unveiled the charter on Saturday. The HoS hailed the cooperation of ILERA EKO customers. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has launched its Service Charter for both the … Read more
EKEDC said there will be a power outage on Lagos Island due to impending maintenance work. The distribution company also apologised to its customers in Lagos and Ogun States over irregular power supply. The company blamed the poor supply on the reduced load capacity from the National Grid. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Eko … Read more
The government is upgrading 20 primary healthcare centres in the state. The upgrade was flagged off on Friday by two state agencies. Each PHC upgrade is expected to be completed between three to six months after commencement. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB) and the Lagos State Infrastructure … Read more
The president is visiting Lagos on a two-day working visit on Monday and Tuesday. The Lagos government said the visitor will commission various projects when he’s in the state. The state government promised to ensure hitch-free events during the visit. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari will be in Lagos on Monday and … Read more
The Lagos government has moved to regulate the activities of major and independent petroleum marketers. The government said the move is aimed at addressing the traffic gridlock on highways. The state’s transportation commissioner announced that petroleum marketers can now only operate within a specific timeframe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has … Read more
A USAID delegation visited representatives of the Lagos government on Thursday. The government committed to working with the agency to protect the youth in Lagos. Officials also called on the USAID to be more proactive in its activities to prevent young people from needing saving. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government says … Read more
The soldier and the policeman were filmed exchanging blows on Wednesday. The soldier was on a passenger bus that was stopped by the police on Wednesday. The police spokesman in Lagos said the altercation started after a policeman on duty stopped the bus from driving against traffic. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State … Read more
The Lagos government granted the workers four work-free days to obtain their voter cards. The state’s head of service communicated the decision in a circular issued on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. He said the move was important because voting is a civic responsibility. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has declared four … Read more
LASEMA said some Lagos residents display lackadaisical attitude towards emergency responders. The agency appealed to such residents to change their attitude. The LASEMA boss highlighted the agency’s achievements in 2022 and revealed plans for 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, has … Read more
The working group was inaugurated on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. The Lagos government said the group will domesticate the AfCFTA in the state. The government said the AfCFTA domestication aligns with the present administration’s economic agenda. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has inaugurated the State Technical Working Group to be responsible … Read more
The finalists were picked from the five administrative divisions (Ikeja, Badagry, Ikorodu, Lagos Island and Epe) in Lagos. The talent hunt was among the activities that made up the Greater Lagos Fiesta event in December 2022. The government urged the winners to grow their creative skills to ensure success in third fields. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
The Lagos State Police Command says it arrested the suspects for various crimes. The command made the disclosure in its monthly report for December 2022. It implored all residents to be security conscious. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Police Command has arrested about 203 suspects for various crimes ranging from armed robbery, rape, … Read more
Otunba TJ Abass has charged his staff noting that, “it’s never too late for them to have a dream.” Otunba Abass also charged reporters and presenters to be better versions of themselves in 2023. Narrating what inspired him to establish Eko Hot Blog, he said, “I have always wanted to be in the media space.” … Read more