The Lagos State Physical Planning and Building Control Appeals Committee has presented the progress report of its activities in the last three years to the state government. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Tayo Bamgbose-Martins, who received the committee’s report, said that the Appeals Committee was a … Read more
Lagos State Electricity Board (LSEB) has held a two-day strategic retreat for members of staff of the agency in line with the desire of the state government to ensure effective coordination of energy resources that will keep the Lagos economy on the path of growth. Eko Hot Blog reports that in his address at the … Read more
Lagos State Government has directed that two floors marked from a building razed by fire recently at 39/45 Martins Street, Balogun, should be removed immediately by the developer, while an integrity test is carried out on the entire structure to ascertain its safety for occupants. Eko Hot Blog reports that the General Manager, Lagos State … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved an increment by 100 per cent of the annual bursary allowance payable to indigenes of the state who are studying in any tertiary institutions nationwide. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Executive Secretary, Lagos State Scholarship Board, Mr AbdulRahaman Lekki, made this known in a statement made … Read more
A member of the Nigerian Legion Corps of Commissionaires, Patrick Kelvin, has been arrested by the police for stabbing a man to d3ath at Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos, Southwest Nigeria. Eko Hot Blog reports that the arrest was disclosed in a statement issued by the Lagos Police Command’s spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin, on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICK … Read more
Lagos State Government says it has developed an action plan for restoration, protection, and management of identified environmental degradation that may have negative impacts on the environment. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tunji Bello, made this known during the commemoration of the year 2022 Walk for Nature in … Read more
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, on Saturday, unveiled the ”Peace Park”, located at Ketu-Ojota, aimed at fostering unity among residents. Eko Hot Blog reports that, speaking at the inauguration of the Peace Park at Ojota area of the state, Mr Sanwo-Olu said the park would serve as a source of convergence, unity and tourist … Read more
Lagos State Government has said that it will investigate the medical staff at the hospital where former BBN star popularly known as Rico Swavey was treated before his death. Eko Hot Blog reports that the nurses were attempting to lift him onto a bed when one of them pulled out a phone and began recording … Read more
Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has cautioned residents on the dangers of polluting the ocean with plastics. Eko Hot Blog reports that Mr Ibrahim Odumboni, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of LAWMA, made the call in a statement on Friday, October 14, 2022, in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICK Buhari To Depart Nigeria For US … Read more
The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has sealed Cynosure Associate Super Stores, located at 18, Lateef Salami Street, Ajao Estate Eko Hot Blog reports that it was sealed over the display of expired products on the shelves, while another Supermarket, Valuepoint Supermarket, situated on the same street, was similarly issued a non-compliance order over … Read more
The Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB) today held orientation programmes for new entrants into Technical Colleges in Lagos State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Executive Secretary of LASTVEB, Ms Moronke Azeez in her address at the event congratulated the students for being among the successful applicants admitted to the colleges, adding … Read more
The Alimosho General Hospital (ALGH), Igando on Thursday joined others across the globe to commemorate the Y2022 World Thrombosis Day as part of efforts to focus the attention of the populace on an often overlooked and misunderstood condition. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking at an event organised for patients and health workers by the … Read more
In a bid to further ensure access to an improved legal system at the grassroots, the Lagos State Judicial Service Commission has organised a two-day workshop with the theme: “The Roles and Responsibilities of The Customary Courts at the Grass Roots in Lagos State”, for Customary Court Presidents and Members. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
Lagos State Education District IV has organised a One-Day Workshop for Principals of all Senior Secondary Schools under the district with a charge to be more diligent and committed to duties. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Tutor-General/Permanent Secretary, Education District IV, Mr. Olusegun Osinaike said the training is aimed at encouraging the participants to … Read more
General Manager of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), Arc. Gbolahan Oki, says his agency has demolished over 100 defective structures since the beginning of 2022 to stem the tide of building collapse across the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that Arc. Oki, who disclosed this while speaking on the activities of the Agency, added … Read more
Local Government Establishments, Training and Pensions Office (LGETPO) is set to organise generic and specific workshops for all cadres in the Unified Local Government Service in Lagos State. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was contained in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Office, Mrs. Kikelomo Bolarinwa. He said the workshop is … Read more
Lagos State Economic Summit (Ehingbeti 2022) has been concluded, but the state is already counting the gains of the two-day event. Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the event, received the approval to build the Badagry Deep Seaport, which was approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) last August. EDITOR’S PICKS Buhari … Read more
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos state governor, has described his opponents in the 2023 governorship election as noisemakers. Eko Hot Blog reports that kicking off his re-election campaign on Wednesday at the Ehingbeti Summit in Lagos, Sanwo-Olu said candidates of other political parties know little about governance. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Ethiopian Embassy Bans Visa On … Read more
Lagos State Government has once again lent its voice to the need for citizens to improve the health of their eyes by adopting good eye care practices and a healthy lifestyle as part of measures to prevent avoidable blindness and vision loss. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking at a Press Briefing to herald … Read more
The Permanent Secretary of Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB), Dr. Ibrahim Mustapha, has reiterated the commitment of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration to the welfare of Nurses and Midwives in the State, charging them to remain diligent in the discharge of their duties. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Mustapha, who gave the charge … Read more